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The British Royal Family influences the fashion scene in so many ways, but lately, we can’t help but tune in for the beauty products they love. The royals can oftentimes seem quite exclusive and mysterious, but one thing that is no longer a secret is Kate Middleton’s rumored favorite shampoo. The duch*ess of Cambridge has bouncy, shiny waves that you can only find in those star-studded L’Oréal, Pantene and Garnier commercials. Except Kate doesn’t use any of those brands to get such healthy strands.
She uses Kérastase’s Bain Oleo-Relax Shampoo to nourish and smooth her beautiful locks. The formula targets wavy, curly and coily hair types and those with medium to thick hair. After using this shampoo, your hair should be clean and you shouldn’t have to yank your hair when brushing it. There also shouldn’t be any frizz, since this shampoo also helps with that concern.
“It’s an expensive product, yes, but it does what it says it will do,” wrote one shopper who gave it a five-star rating. “My hair is much smoother, easier to blow dry and looks incredibly beautiful. Worth every cent.”
If you dread dealing with your hair because it’s so difficult to manage, let Kérastase’s anti-frizz shampoo do all the work for you. When it’s fit for a royal, you know it’s definitely worth the hype.
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Photo: Kérastase.
What makes this shampoo worthy of Kate’s stamp of approval is its amazing ingredients. The sulfate-free formula incorporates shorea butter and virgin coconut oil to moisturize and rosa muscata fruit oil to protect. It also contains a patented ingredient called Morpho-Kératine that wraps around each hair fiber to restore and strengthen it.
“Excellent product! Love it. Makes my coarse hair feel really soft and love the way it lathers,” wrote a reviewer.
To apply, rub a quarter-size amount into your wet hair and scalp. Give your head a little massage and then rinse out the product thoroughly.
“I have used this shampoo for 10+ years and would not switch to a different one…EVER,” wrote another loyal fan on Amazon.
Photo: Kérastase.
You can also order this hair-smoothing and frizz-controlling shampoo at Sephora.
“Wow! The difference this makes to my hair is amazing,” raved a Sephora reviewer. “My hair is straight on top but has some wave/body underneath. It’s frizzy if I don’t heat-style it, and it’s very thick. This shampoo absolutely tames my unruly hair. It feels sleeker, and I could probably go without heat-styling if I wanted to—it’s that much smoother.”
Photo: Kérastase.
If you’re looking to completely overhaul your current hair routine, this hair mask is part of the same line as Kate’s fave shampoo. It provides similar results in that it moisturizes, smooths and fights frizz. The hair mask also happens to be 25 percent off at Amazon right now.
FAQs
It has been long rumoured that Kate is a fan of the Nutritive range. The Kérastase brand is stocked in her go-to hair salon, Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa in Sloane Square, London. You can buy the shampoo and conditioner as part of a set for £41.50.
What shampoo does Kate Middleton use? ›
Kerastase Shampoo and Conditioning Treatments
When visiting her hairdresser in London, Kate will often receive deep conditioning treatments including power fusio-dose Kerastase rituals. To keep her hair healthy at home she uses the Kerastase Bain Satin range which includes a shampoo, conditioner and hair mask.
How to get hair like Kate Middleton? ›
“You need to use large barrelled tongs, flat irons or — even better — use a no-heat version by wrapping your hair around soft sponge rollers or even a toweling robe belt, which is a technique you see on TikTok a lot! It's actually very easy to do!
What to ask for Kate Middleton's hair? ›
Take some reference photos to the salon to ensure you and your stylist are on the same page about what you want," she said. "To copy the full look, ask for chestnut brown hair with golden and toffee highlights to achieve her candlelit look and style it with soft waves.
What makes Kate Middleton's hair so shiny? ›
Kérastase is one of the professional hair brands stocked at her go-to hair salon, Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa in Sloane Square. So it might not be a rumour after all. This shampoo removes build-up from the hair to leave it bouncy and has a moisturising formula, which leaves an incredible shine.
What does Kate Middleton put in her hair? ›
Princess Catherine is believed to use the Kérastase Nutritive Bain Satin to clean her locks, before conditioning with the Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital.
Does Kate Middleton dye her hair? ›
While you'll probably never see Middleton with platinum blonde or fiery red hair, she definitely partakes in a little hair dye every now and then — though her hair color timing is quite traditional, too.
Does Kate Middleton do her own hair and makeup? ›
The duch*ess of Cambridge is famed for doing her own makeup (even on her wedding day!). Below is a list of the products you'll find in Kate's beauty bag, plus the skincare and haircare products she uses to create her flawless complexion!
How long is Princess Kate's hair? ›
Aside from the occasional addition of some highlights, Kate's hair hasn't changed much since she met Prince William. For the most part, she's kept it a little longer than shoulder-length, and it always looks full, thick and shiny.
What perfume does Kate Middleton use? ›
According to multiple outlets, including Harper's Bazaar and Marie Claire, Kate Middleton's signature scent is the Jo Malone London Orange Blossom Cologne. She adores this aroma so much, in fact, that the candle version was lit as she walked down the aisle during her wedding!
Foundation — Bobbi Brown Long Wear Even Foundation
A Bobbi Brown cosmetic representative helped the princess get wedding-ready and provided “makeup artistry” for the royal on her big day. Kate is a big fan of the long-wearing and undertone correcting Bobbi Brown foundation with medium coverage and sun protection.
Which mascara does Kate Middleton use? ›
The Lancome Hypnose Mascara, on the other hand, is a tried and true classic mascara for beauty lovers, and it has quite the quality reputation for being a reliable and effective mascara, so it's no wonder it's Kate Middleton's favourite.
What colour is Kate's hair? ›
Kate's low-key sun-kissed brunette makes an uplifting impact despite its subtlety.
Is Kate Middleton's hair thick? ›
Kate, Princess of Wales, has thick, beautiful hair which she styles both straight and in waves.
Does Kate Middleton have GREY hair? ›
The pictures of Catherine with grey hair are generally taken when she's pregnant and avoiding hair dye chemicals. Like most British women, she dyes her hair. It's quite common for brunettes to show signs of grey hair from their twenties onward.
What shampoo does Meghan Markle use? ›
The stylist confirmed with Refinery 29 that Kérastase Bain Oléo-Relax is still a holy grail beauty item for Meghan Markle. According to her, it's the royal secret to her flawless blowout. Her sister-in-law, Kate Middelton is also a fan of Kérastse's shampoo for hair care needs. Photo : Courtesy of Dr.
