Why the Kérastase Absolu Crème range might be your ultimate monsoon hair saviour

If there is one beauty concern that returns every monsoon without fail, it is frizz. The moment humidity levels rise, sleek blow-dries lose their shape, flyaways take over, and hair that looks polished in the morning can feel unruly by lunchtime. While anti-frizz products have long promised smoothness, finding a routine that tackles both frizz and dullness is a much taller order.

That is where Kérastase’s Absolu Crème range comes in. Designed for hair that is prone to frizz yet still craves movement, softness and shine, the collection focuses on creating what the brand calls a “glazed” finish. Think hair that looks healthy, reflective and smooth rather than weighed down by heavy oils or styling creams. The formulas combine ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, and wild rose oil to help hydrate the fibre, smooth the cuticle and enhance shine. Studies conducted by the brand report up to four days of anti-frizz performance and glossy-looking hair when the products are used as a routine.

The range begins with the Gloss Absolu Crème anti-frizz shampoo, priced at ₹2,900 for 250ml, and especially designed for thick and frizzy hair. Unlike many shine-focused shampoos that can leave hair feeling coated, this one has a lightweight cleansing formula that removes buildup while helping the hair surface appear smoother and more reflective. The high-foaming, cream-like texture works through the scalp and fibre without stripping it, leaving you with nourished, supple, and bouncy hair. 

Pair it with the Gloss Absolu Crème anti-frizz mask, for ₹3,950 for 200ml, and you have a duo that works overtime. The hair mask nourishes the lengths, detangles effortlessly, and boosts shine and smoothness. The rich, creamy texture infused with the new, lighter-generation formulas makes hair look plumper without weighing it down. The result: You have hair that looks polished and healthy, making rushed mornings feel a little easier.

To finish, there is the Gloss Absolu Glaze Drops, a lightweight oil-in-serum priced at ₹3,800 for 45ml that earns its place as the final, most considered step in the routine. Formulated with wild rose oil, it delivers 2x glossier hair* in a texture so weightless it disappears into the hair entirely. A few drops of this serum tame flyaways and seal the cuticle, giving your hair a gloss finish that looks salon-like. It is infused with the fragrance of a floral bouquet, citrus, and warm vanilla, leaving your hair smelling intoxicating. 

The new hair routine by Kérastase feels particularly relevant for Indian monsoons, and the timing couldn't be better. Instead of choosing between frizz control and shine, it aims to deliver both, helping hair stay smooth, touchable and glossy even when the weather has other plans.

*Instrumental test non-conditioning shampoo + oil vs soiled greasy hair

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