What Are The Two Types Of Shine?
Here’s one of the top hair secrets. When light hits the hair and makes it shine, it's not the same shine every time. Light creates two types of reflection, namely specular and diffuse. Specular reflection is symmetrical, it creates a bright, mirror-like shine. On the other hand, diffusion is a type of reflection that scatters light, lowering its intensity. The hair’s fibre condition decides how much of each type of reflection one will see. If you have rough, damaged hair, the light will create a diffused reflection. This will make your hair appear dull.
The Golden Reflection Ratio
A high ratio of speculative to diffuse reflection is required to knock dullness and make it shine. Keeping this high ratio in mind, we have formulated the Iconic Elixir Ultime hair serums. They smoothen and nourish the fibres instantly whilst revealing shiny and smooth hair. So, if you are wondering, “What to do for shiny hair?” This answer is hidden within the reflection.
Speculative Reflection = Overall Shine Diffuse Reflection
The Golden Reflection Ratio
A high ratio of speculative to diffuse reflection is required to knock dullness and make it shine. Keeping this high ratio in mind, we have formulated the Iconic Elixir Ultime hair serums. They smoothen and nourish the fibres instantly whilst revealing shiny and smooth hair. So, if you are wondering, “What to do for shiny hair?” This answer is hidden within the reflection.
Speculative Reflection = Overall Shine Diffuse Reflection
Enemies of Shine
While there are many factors that can dull the shine of your hair, here are two of the most ‘no-so-loved' causes - Dirt and sebum.
Dirt
Dirt
Certain hair styling products tend to leave residue in your hair. Similarly, as you step out, dust present in the environment settles on your hair. Factors like this form dirt in your hair which disrupts its ability to reflect light. And the final outcome is that your hair looks super dull and matte.
Dirt
Certain hair styling products tend to leave residue in your hair. Similarly, as you step out, dust present in the environment settles on your hair. Factors like this form dirt in your hair which disrupts its ability to reflect light. And the final outcome is that your hair looks super dull and matte.
Sebum
Sebum
Your scalp produces natural oils to keep the scalp happy and hydrated. However, when hair isn’t cleansed, these oils can seep in and obstruct the surface of the fibre. This can minimise the hair gloss factor.
Sebum
Your scalp produces natural oils to keep the scalp happy and hydrated. However, when hair isn’t cleansed, these oils can seep in and obstruct the surface of the fibre. This can minimise the hair gloss factor.
Allies Of Shine
How to have shiny hair? Simply look for the following ingredients in your hair products that are known to add shine.
Marula Oil
Marula Oil
This precious oil is extracted from the seeds of the Marula fruit. It holds incredible moisturising and nourishing properties. This miraculous oil soothes and softens the hair whilst promoting an opulent shine.
Marula Oil
This precious oil is extracted from the seeds of the Marula fruit. It holds incredible moisturising and nourishing properties. This miraculous oil soothes and softens the hair whilst promoting an opulent shine.
Camellia Oil
Camellia Oil
Known for its nourishing qualities, this nutritive oil is extracted from the seeds of the Camellia oleifera flower. Composed largely of oleic acid, linoleic acid and vitamin E, it has the ability to smoothen and calm any hair type. This creates the ideal conditions for high shine
Camellia Oil
Known for its nourishing qualities, this nutritive oil is extracted from the seeds of the Camellia oleifera flower. Composed largely of oleic acid, linoleic acid and vitamin E, it has the ability to smoothen and calm any hair type. This creates the ideal conditions for high shine
Elixir Ultime Routine
Keeping the magical powers of Marula, Argan and Camellia oils at the heart of its formulation, Kérastase has created the best hair serums to make your hair shine. Make the Elixir Ultime L'Huile Originale Serum, the ultimate shine-enhancing serum a part of your hair care routine today and watch your hair gloriously shine! For colour treated hair, you can get your hands on the Elixir Ultime L'Huile Rose Serum, which is especially created for coloured hair.
Elixir Ultime L'Huile Originale Serum
Our iconic shine-enhancing serum for all hair types, infused with a blend of Marula oil, Camellia oil & Argan oil.
Elixir Ultime L'Huile Rose Serum
Beautifying hair serum that smooths and nourishes colour treated hair for vibrant shine.
Elixir Ultime L'Huile Originale Serum
Our iconic shine-enhancing serum for all hair types, infused with a blend of Marula oil, Camellia oil & Argan oil.
Elixir Ultime L'Huile Rose Serum
Beautifying hair serum that smooths and nourishes colour treated hair for vibrant shine.
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