No more flat curls the day after shampooing: Luxéol’s Refresh Express routine, as tested by Alicia Aylies
Curly hair has a reputation for being hard to manage between washes. However, a three-step routine developed by Luxéol — the No. 2 French brand in pharmacies —offers a practical solution for reviving curls without having to wash your hair again. Here’s what you need to know before trying this method.
Why do curls lose their shape so quickly?
Curly hair has a spiral structure that prevents sebum from reaching the ends. As a result, the hair shaft dries out faster than in straight hair, which leads to frizz.
Friction against the pillow, humidity in the air, and repeated handling also alter the natural shape of the curls. As a result, the definition can already start to fade the very next day after shampooing.
However, hair care experts recommend spacing out washes to preserve the hair’s natural balance. The solution, then, is to adopt a tailored routine that restores shape and suppleness to your curls between shampoos.
An often counterproductive habit: washing clothes too often
Many people with curly hair give in to the temptation to wash their hair again as soon as the curls start to fall flat. While this is understandable, it weakens the hair shaft and leads to increased dryness over time.
In addition, every time you shampoo, you remove some of the hair’s natural hydrolipidic film. But curly hair needs this film to stay supple and defined.
“Curly hair tends to lose moisture more quickly. Friction, humidity, and a lack of nutrients contribute to frizz.”
Luxéol’s Refresh Express Routine: Three Products, Three Distinct Roles
To meet this need, Luxéol has developed a complete three-step routine: the Refresh Spray, the Curl Mousse, andthe Curl Oil. These products are made in France, formulated without silicones or sulfate-based surfactants, and are suitable for children ages 3 and up.
Refresh Spray can be used daily on dry or damp hair. Its formula combines sugar derivatives with seaweed extract, an active ingredient that helps retain moisture in the hair shaft. For best results, spray the product onto your hair and then “scrunch” it while holding your head upside down.
The Curl Mousse should be applied twice a week to damp hair. It adds volume, helps define curls, and reduces frizz. You can then let your hair air dry or use a diffuser on the cool setting.
- Refresh Spray restores curls every day, on dry or damp hair.
- Curling Mousse adds volume and definition; use it twice a week.
- The Curl Oil nourishes the mid-lengths and ends two to three times a week.
- All three products are formulated without silicones or sulfate-based surfactants.
- This routine is designed for curly hair types 2C, 3A, 3B, and 3C.
The Often-Overlooked Step: Nutrition During Long-Distance Runs
Hydration is often emphasized when it comes to curly hair. However, nutrition plays an equally essential role in keeping it soft and bouncy.
This is where the Curl Oil comes in—use it two to three times a week on the mid-lengths and ends. It combines five plant-based oils: coconut oil, avocado oil, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, and castor oil. This combination nourishes the hair shaft, provides a smoothing effect, and reduces frizz.
Alicia Aylies put the routine to the test
To see how the products perform in real-life conditions, Alicia Aylies—Miss France 2017—tested the routine in the “Beauty on Screen” video series. In the video, she shares her relationship with her curly hair and explores each step of the Luxéol line, from the Refresh Spray to the Curl Oil.
This is a chance to see firsthand how these products, with their naturally derived formulas, work on curly hair types 2C through 3C. Alicia also shares her impressions after application, which allows you to assess the visual results and texture of the products.
The Refresh Express Routine is available at pharmacies, drugstores, and on luxeol.com. Use the promo code BEAUTETEST to get 30% off everything on the site.
What about curly or kinky hair?
We haven’t forgotten those with hair types 4A, 4B, and 4C. Luxéol has developed a separate “Curly-Kinky” line, designed to meet the intense nourishment needs specific to these hair textures.
However, the Refresh Express Routine is specifically designed for hair types 2C through 3C. Choosing the product line that suits your hair texture is therefore an essential first step toward achieving visible results.
