This New Haircare Range Promises to Repair Two Years of Damage in One Use
Chloe is the Content Specialist at Adore Beauty. She spends most of her time crafting scroll-stopping content, but outside of work, you'll find her building on her Glasshouse collection, hanging out with her fur babies and probably cleaning. Her all-time favourite products include the Alpha-H Liquid Gold and Kérastase Elixir Ultime Original Hair Oil.
It’s no secret that my hair has been through the wringer.
Rounds of bleach every few months to maintain the red, and before that, even more bleach to keep up with the blonde; it’s almost as if I’ve been terrified of my natural hair colour all these years.
The one that really did it? The two rounds of bleach to get rid of the red. A DIY job, might I add.
Don’t judge me.
I knew it had never seen this level of damage when I would apply my usual concoction of hair masks and it would still feel as dry as ever.
Our Senior Beauty Editor, Sadaf must have heard my hair strand’s cry for help because she dropped off the new L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular collection and asked if I could road-test it.
This brand-new L'Oréal Professionnel range claims to repair two years of damage in just one use, rebuilding the hair’s molecular structure and restoring strength and movement.
Hair damage can come in many forms. For example, heat damage, mechanical damage or, in my case, chemical damage.
Keep scrolling for everything you need to know about the L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular range including my full review of my incredibly chemically damaged hair.
What Is L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular?
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular is specifically designed for those with any type of damaged hair.
Whether you straighten your hair daily, get foils every eight weeks or, if you’re like my best friend and like to violently brush your hair, these products are for you.
So, what sets L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular apart?
The amino acids and peptides bonder.
When hair is damaged, its molecular structure, composed of peptides, is compromised.
What does this mean?
Hair weakness, excessive elasticity, and a lack of movement. Pretty much dull, dead hair.
Most peptides are too large to be reintegrated into the fibre, making damage seem almost irreversible.
However, L’Oréal Advanced Research has successfully decomposed peptides, injecting their components, amino acids, and peptide bonder, separately into the fibre.
Once inside, these components are reassembled, rebuilding the molecular structure of the hair.
This patented technology ensures that hair is revitalised, gaining strength while restoring elasticity and movement.
While all L’Oreal Professionnel hair products aim to promote stronger, healthier hair, this new range specifically focuses on reversing damage.
I don’t know about you but I’m bloody impressed.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Range.
Tune in as I talk you through the L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular range, the role of each of the products and why this range seems to be missing a typical ‘conditioner’.
There are actually four products in this range:
A pre-treatment (only available in-salon), a shampoo, a rinse-off hair serum, a leave-in mask and an intensely smoothing mask.
- Made for all damaged hair textures, lightened, colour-treated and natural hair.
- Repairs and strengthens the hair for an ultra-smooth finish.
- Hydrates and nourishes each strand from within.
- Goes above and beyond typical repair masks by reconstructing the molecular structure of hair and reinstating its strength.
- To be used in the typical ‘conditioner’ step of your routine.
- Achieves deep penetration for an instant transformation.
- This leave-in mask specifically targets damage by addressing the compromised molecular structure.
- Not only does this leave-in mask restore your hair, but it also protects your hair up to 230°C.
- Instant results with no rinsing required.
- Is formulated for deep molecular repair and intense smoothness.
- Its fast-absorbing formulation rebuilds and strengthen's hair helping to reverse damage.
- Also has detangling and smoothing capabilities (leaves hair 85% smoother and 5x more supple).
- Fortifies hair with Peptide bonder and 5 amino acids.
L'Oréal Professionnel SteamPod 4.0.
Now I know this is an article all about the AbsoluteRepair Molecular range but I couldn't help but give the L'Oreal Professionnel Steampod 4.0 a cheeky mention since I’m all about styling my hair these days.
The SteamPod 4.0 has wider ceramic plates, making it easier to straighten hair: now reaching 30% closer to the roots, ensuring perfectly smooth hair from roots to tips.
With the new curl locking guide gently heating up to 100°C and a slimmer, rounder design, you can achieve bouncy curls easily.
The patented steam technology of SteamPod 4.0 continues to offer a constant flow of dry steam (0.8g/min), visibly enhancing hair smoothness.
I haven’t used the SteamPod before mainly because I’ve been skeptical of steam styling hair for the longest time. But here I am, sitting here with shiny, soft, straightened hair that feels lighter than it ever has before.
I'm quite blown away.
But back to regular programming...
My L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Review.
I absolutely LOVE learning about new formulas and trying out new ranges.
The beauty world today can feel really overwhelming with new releases all the time.
But for me, getting to experience the final product of years and years of research and formulations is just so damn exciting.
Okay, so let's be real - my initial impressions: the sexy, feminine, kind-of musky scent of the Absolut Repair Molecular products. Phenom.
I loved the gentle lather of the shampoo and how easy the rinse-off serum was to distribute into the hair.
The leave-in mask gave my hair the moisture that it so deeply craved.
Since my hair was so damaged, I’d say it truly felt hydrated after the second use.
I’ve been using the Absolut Repair Molecular for about a month now and I can say with confidence that my hair actually feels stronger, which is wild to me.
When I look at my strands now, I can visibly see that they’re healthy and happy.
My mini L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Mask review:
No hair routine is complete without an intense mask - Introducing the latest addition to the ARM range the L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Mask.
Similar to the rest of the line, this mask is designed for severely damaged hair.
The Absolut Repair Molecular Mask features a scientifically crafted blend of peptides and five amino acids that work to restore and strengthen the hair’s molecular structure, offering intensive repair.
It penetrates the hair fibre instantly without adding weight, delivering oh-so-smooth hair, detangling, and impressive softness.
I love using this after the Rinse Off Serum in the shower, it was the detangling magic that my hair needed, even without using the leave-in treatment.
When my hair is dry, I can easily run my fingers through my hair - love!
Watch the L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair Molecular Range in action below.
I’d say that this is a range where you would have to use all of the steps together to get maximum results.
Each step feels intentional, like you’re prepping for the next step.
The rinse-off serum and the leave-in mask are standouts, in my opinion.
The rinse-off serum gives your hair a bit of hydration after shampooing. Wringing your hair out and then applying the leave-in mask seals the deal.
Being a huge fan of fragrance in hair products, I love the way that this sexy scent lingers in my hair for days.
Final Verdict.
Pretty. Damn. Impressed.
If your hair has been through a lot like mine has, I highly recommend adding the L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular to cart.
Use it consistently and you will notice a difference in your hair within a few uses, the way it looks, the way it feels, it truly strengthens the hair.
Whether you colour, bleach, style or are looking to prevent damage - L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular will do you wonders.
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