This Silk Haircare Range Gave Me Instantly Softer, Smoother & Stronger Hair
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I like my hair care like I like my partners: gentle, supportive and protective. And if it can repair damage, stunning. I’ll take that, too.
So when I heard that Wella Professionals had created a collection that checked all my boxes, I knew we’d be a match made in hair heaven.
And, spoiler alert: we are.
But don’t worry, I’m more than happy to share the love. We don’t believe in gatekeeping here.
My friends, I’d like you to meet Wella Professionals Fusion.
What Is Wella Professionals Fusion?
Put simply, the Wella Fusion range is like therapy for your tresses.
Promising up to 95% more resilience against breakage, Fusion is all about repairing and protecting your locks in just three steps (shampoo, conditioner and mask) so you can say goodbye to breakage and hello to healthier, more resilient hair.
How? Wella’s SilkSteel Fusion Technology.
Inspired by spider silk (yep, you read that right), one of the strongest fibres in nature, the collection is formulated with silk amino acids and micronised lipids that work together to penetrate down the hair shaft to recover hair fibre and prevent future breakage.
The result is softer, stronger and more manageable locks — a godsend for dry and damaged hair havers.
Before I get into my road-test, let me get you up to speed on the current state of my hair.
At the time of writing, my locks are ripe and ready for a haircut. My ends are dry and have grown past their usual shoulder length so they’re beginning to look… wispy (ew).
In other words, they're the perfect candidate for the Wella Professionals Fusion Intense Repair range.
1. Wella Professionals Fusion Intense Repair Shampoo.
Fast facts:
- The Fusion shampoo repairs and strengthens damaged, broken hair.
- Its silky texture is gentle on the scalp and won’t weigh fine hair down.
- It’s infused with amino acids - a protein that bolsters hair strength for less breakage.
- It’s formulated with a balance of hydrating and clarifying ingredients for optimal hair health.
My Fusion Intense Repair Shampoo review:
I’m going to cut to the chase: I LOVE this shampoo.
From its gorgy glossy formulation to its chic white and rose gold packaging, the Fusion Intense Repair Shampoo is up there with one of my all-time faves.
I only needed about a 20-cent-sized amount for it to lather super well, spread evenly through my hair and smell heavenly. Part-floral, part-caramel; delicious.
After the second shampoo, my hair felt clean while simultaneously soft and hydrated.
It wasn’t too drying and my hair didn’t knot like it does with some shampoos.
Once dry, my hair had the most beautiful shine and bounce. It felt light and frizz-free, and honestly, it was everything I had hoped for — and then some.
2. Wella Professionals Fusion Intense Repair Conditioner.
Fast facts:
- The Fusion conditioner is rich and intense for damaged hair.
- It penetrates the hair fibre for revitalised and strengthened hair.
- It’s also enriched with amino acids to protect against breakage from regular snagging, tugging, brushing and heat-styling.
My Fusion Intense Repair Conditioner review:
Having fine hair that’s oily at the roots and dry on the ends, I’m rather picky when it comes to conditioners.
On my list of non-negotiables are: lightweight yet nourishing and volumising without weighing my hair down.
But I’m happy to report that the Fusion Intense Repair Conditioner passed all tests with flying colours.
Within a minute of application, my hair felt deliciously soft and smooth.
A run of my comb through it revealed it was also knot-free. A win in my books but I can only imagine how much curly or thick-haired hunnies would love it, too.
3. Wella Professionals Fusion Intense Repair Mask.
Fast facts:
- The Fusion repair mask is an intense treatment for damaged, brittle hair.
- It's designed to be applied once a week to clean, damp hair for five minutes.
- Its creamy texture melts into the hair to encourage stronger, smoother and softer locks.
- Like the Fusion shampoo and conditioner, it's infused with amino acids for stronger, more resilient hair.
My Fusion Intense Repair Mask review:
I don’t think anyone will be surprised to hear that I also loved the Fusion Intense Repair Mask.
As soon as I applied the thick, creamy goodness to my damp hair, I could feel it working its magic.
It spread through my locks like butter and I didn't have to use a tonne of it either — check and check.
I left it in for about five minutes before washing it out. I probably could have waited longer but by this point, I was already daydreaming about dinner.
But even with that short amount of time, my hair was left looking and feeling silky-smooth, hydrated, and just plain happy. It also didn’t feel heavy or greasy.
I haven't been using it for long enough to see a significant difference in the strength of my hair yet, but between you and me, I've got a good feeling.
Final Thoughts.
I’m not exaggerating when I say this range truly changed the game for me.
I’ve tried my fair share of ‘repairing’ hair care over the years, but few are as impressive as Wella's.
My hair was noticeably smoother, softer, and shinier after just one wash. No need to wait for long-term results here.
If you're dealing with dry or damaged hair from frequent bleaching, colouring, or styling, I highly recommend giving this range a go. It’s also on the more affordable end of the damaged hair care spectrum.
Pro tip: get the limited edition set for a $30+ discount on all three products. Plus, 50c of every set sold goes to the Starlight Children's Foundation to support their hospital programs.
Hair care that does just as much good for you as it does for those in need? We love to see it.
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