Manuka honey conditioner

Key features:

Deeply Moisturizing & Strengthening – Infuses hair with nutrients while fortifying strands.
Frizz-Free, Silky Hair – Locks in smoothness for soft, touchable hair.
Safe for Color-Treated & Protein-Treated Hair – Gentle, sulfate-free formula.
Non-Greasy & Lightweight – Conditions without weighing hair down.

Key Benefits:

Deep Hydration & Moisture Lock – Keeps hair soft, manageable, and frizz-free.
  Tames Frizz & Enhances Shine – Controls flyaways and boosts natural luster.
Repairs & Strengthens Hair Fibers – Reinforces strands to prevent breakage.
Locks in Moisture – Prevents dryness for long-lasting hydration.
Detangles & Softens – Makes combing easy and prevents split ends.
Sulfate-Free & Color-Safe – Protects dyed and chemically treated hair.
Protein-Infused – Improves elasticity and resilience.

Ingredients breakdown

💧 Deep Hydration & Moisture Retention

🔹 Manuka Honey – A powerhouse humectant that draws in moisture and locks it into hair strands, preventing dryness. It also has antibacterial properties, keeping the scalp clean and balanced.
🔹 Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter) – Rich in fatty acids and vitamins A & E, shea butter deeply nourishes, repairs damaged hair, and seals in moisture without making hair greasy.
🔹 Glycerin – A natural humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the hair, keeping it soft, hydrated, and frizz-free.
🔹 Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) – Strengthens hair while deeply moisturizing each strand, reducing split ends and improving elasticity.
🔹 Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) – Packed with antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and vitamin E, argan oil deeply conditions hair, enhances shine, and prevents frizz.

💪 Strengthening & Repairing Damaged Hair

🔹 Biotin (Vitamin B7) – A crucial vitamin that promotes stronger, thicker hair while helping to reduce breakage and hair fall.
🔹 Hydrolyzed Keratin – A protein that penetrates the hair shaft, repairing and strengthening the cuticle while smoothing the hair surface.
🔹 Collagen Hydrolase – Helps rebuild damaged hair fibers, restores elasticity, and improves hair’s resilience against styling and environmental damage.
🔹 Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein – Enhances hair’s ability to retain moisture while improving strength and manageability, reducing breakage.
🔹 Hydrolyzed Silk Protein – Forms a protective barrier around the hair shaft, increasing shine, softness, and smoothness.

🌱 Scalp Care & Hair Growth Stimulation

🔹 Caffeine – Stimulates blood circulation in the scalp, promoting hair growth and reducing hair fall. It also strengthens the roots and helps block DHT, a hormone linked to hair thinning.
🔹 Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract – Rich in antioxidants, this botanical extract protects the scalp from oxidative stress, supports follicle health, and encourages stronger hair growth.
🔹 Carrot Oil – Loaded with beta-carotene and vitamin A, carrot oil nourishes the scalp, strengthens hair follicles, and promotes overall hair health.

🌟 Frizz Control, Shine & Detangling

🔹 Behentrimonium Chloride – A lightweight conditioning agent that reduces frizz, detangles hair, and improves manageability without leaving buildup.
🔹 Amodimethicone Hydroxystearate – A specialized silicone that smooths hair, seals in moisture, and enhances shine without weighing hair down.
🔹 Cyclopentasiloxane – Forms a protective barrier over hair strands to reduce moisture loss while keeping hair smooth and silky.
🔹 Cetrimonium Chloride – A conditioning agent that prevents static, enhances softness, and makes detangling easier.

🌿 Hair & Scalp Soothing Agents

🔹 Cetyl Alcohol & Cetearyl Alcohol – Fatty alcohols that soften and smooth hair while enhancing moisture retention.
🔹 Glyceryl Stearate – A plant-derived emollient that locks in hydration and improves texture.
🔹 Disodium EDTA – Protects hair from mineral buildup caused by hard water, keeping hair soft and manageable.

Research References

1. Manuka Honey

      Antibacterial & Wound Healing: Manuka honey contains methylglyoxal (MgO), which helps fight bacteria and accelerate wound healing.

Legnanga, M.M.M., 2017. The Trapping of Methylglyoxal by Phenolic Acids: Effect on Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activity (Master’s thesis, University of Pretoria (South Africa)).

      Anti-Inflammatory & Skin Repair: Reduces oxidative stress, soothes irritated skin, and promotes collagen production.

Hadagali, M.D. and Chua, L.S., 2014. The anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties of honey. European Food Research and Technology, 239, pp.1003-1014.

2.Caffeine

Hair Growth Stimulation: Prolongs the anagen phase (growth cycle) of hair follicles and combats hair loss.
Trüeb, R.M. and Trüeb, R.M., 2020. Value of Nutrition-Based Therapies for Hair Growth, Color, and Quality. Nutrition for Healthy Hair: Guide to Understanding and Proper Practice, pp.225-255.

Skin Firming & Anti-Aging: Reduces puffiness, tightens skin, and improves circulation.
de Mello, V., de Mesquita Júnior, G.A., Alvim, J.G.E., Costa, J.D.C.D. and Vilela, F.M.P., 2023. Recent patent applications for coffee and coffee by‐products as active ingredients in cosmetics. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 45(3), pp.267-287.

3. Shea Butter

Deep Moisturization & Skin Barrier Repair: Provides long-lasting hydration and soothes dry skin.
BINTI ZULKIFLI, N.S., SAHUDIN, S.B. and KAHARUDIN, N., 2023. Natural Active Ingredients and Skin Hydration: A Systematic Review. Journal of Cosmetic Science, 74(1).

Anti-Inflammatory & Healing Properties: Contains triterpenes that help with eczema and psoriasis.
Duru, C., The Healing Wonders of Shea Butter.

4. Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)

Hydration & Skin Barrier Repair: Attracts and retains moisture, preventing dryness.
Metcalfe, C. and Causer, T., 2020. The Inside Story–The Science Behind Active Ingredients.

Healing & Anti-Inflammatory: Reduces redness, irritation, and enhances wound healing.
Oblong, J.E. and Jansen, J.H., 2022. Topical Vitamins. Cosmetic Dermatology: Products and Procedures, pp.420-429.

5. Argan Oil

Anti-Aging & Skin Elasticity: Improves hydration, elasticity, and reduces wrinkles.
Qiraouani Boucetta, K., Charrouf, Z., Aguenaou, H., Derouiche, A. and Bensouda, Y., 2015. The effect of dietary and/or cosmetic argan oil on postmenopausal skin elasticity. Clinical interventions in aging, pp.339-349.

Hair Nourishment & Scalp Health: Strengthens hair and protects against breakage.
Abdalla, S., Aroua, M.K. and Gew, L.T., 2024. A Comprehensive Review of Plant-Based Cosmetic Oils (Virgin Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Argan Oil, and Jojoba Oil): Chemical and Biological Properties and Their Cosmeceutical Applications. ACS omega, 9(44), pp.44019-44032.

6. Tea Tree Oil

Acne & Bacteria Control: Reduces acne-causing bacteria and inflammation.
Nurzyńska-Wierdak, R., Pietrasik, D. and Walasek-Janusz, M., 2022. Essential oils in the treatment of various types of acne—a review. Plants, 12(1), p.90.

Scalp Health & Anti-Dandruff: Controls fungal infections and soothes an irritated scalp.
Kim, J.S. and Kim, J.S., 2021. Effect of tea tree oil on improvement of hair damage. Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology, 19(3), pp.333-342.