Expertly curated by Shelley and Co – your Sydney salon specialists
No matter your hair type, there’s a game-changing product out there waiting to transform your routine. At Shelley and Co, we’ve worked with thousands of clients and tested countless products—these 10 are the ones we always come back to. Trusted by hairdressers, loved by clients, and hyped for a reason, they deliver real results.
Here’s our list of the Top 10 Must-Have Hair Products—available at Shelley and Co.
1. Kérastase Nutritive Bain Satin 2 Shampoo – For Dry & Damaged Hair
If your hair feels dull, brittle, or straw-like, this is your hydrating hero. Formulated with glucose, proteins, and lipids, Bain Satin 2 deeply nourishes each strand from root to tip. It restores softness and elasticity without making hair feel greasy or flat. The hype? It actually heals dry hair over time, not just masks the issue. Ideal for those with thick, frizzy, or heat-styled locks.
Why we love it: Gentle enough for regular use, but powerful enough to transform dry, thirsty strands. Clients often say their hair has never felt softer after just one wash.
2. Goldwell Dualsenses Color Brilliance Shampoo – For Colour-Treated Hair
Colour fading too fast? This shampoo keeps your colour fresh and luminous while protecting it from environmental stressors like sun and water. Its FadeStop formula minimises colour wash-out, and its pomegranate extract boosts shine and vibrancy.
Why the hype? It’s one of the few shampoos that both protects colour and gives that fresh-from-the-salon glow. Plus, it smells incredible—think fruity and fresh.
3. Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector – For Chemically Treated or Heat-Damaged Hair
There’s a reason this product has gone viral time and time again. Olaplex No.3 isn’t a conditioner—it's a treatment that repairs broken bonds inside the hair caused by colouring, bleaching, heat, or chemical straightening. Think of it as a workout for your hair’s internal structure.
Why it’s a cult favourite: Results are visible after just one use. Split ends look sealed, frizz is reduced, and your hair genuinely feels stronger and healthier.
4. Kérastase Blond Absolu Cicaflash Conditioner – For Blonde Hair
Blondes, this one’s for you. Cicaflash is a hybrid between a conditioner and a treatment mask, designed specifically for bleached or highlighted hair. It repairs damaged fibres and strengthens hair while leaving it feeling incredibly silky.
Why we swear by it: Unlike traditional purple conditioners, Cicaflash doesn't overtone or leave residue. It’s lightweight, yet leaves your hair looking glossy and feeling buttery soft.
5. Goldwell Curls & Waves Enhancing Curl Cream – For Curly & Textured Hair
Curls need hydration and hold—and this cream delivers both. It enhances natural curl definition without any crunchiness or residue. Plus, it provides heat protection for when you're diffusing.
Why curly girls are raving: It’s a one-and-done product. You don’t need a cocktail of products to get defined, bouncy, and frizz-free curls. It also reactivates well with a bit of water the next day—hello, day-2 curls!
6. Kérastase Genesis Defense Thermique – For Fine, Weak Hair Prone to Breakage
This weightless leave-in spray is a lifesaver for fragile, shedding-prone hair. It protects from heat styling and environmental aggressors, while actively strengthening the fibre with ginger root and edelweiss.
What makes it a standout: It tackles both breakage from brushing and heat damage. Clients love how it feels invisible in the hair—no stickiness, just soft, smooth results and less fall-out.
7. K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask – For All Hair Types
The biotech breakthrough everyone's talking about. Unlike traditional masks, K18 works on a molecular level, reconnecting broken keratin chains in just four minutes. No rinsing required.
Why the hype is real: It’s clinically proven to reverse damage from bleach, colour, heat, and chemicals. Loved by hairstylists worldwide, it delivers real results—fast. It’s like pressing “reset” on damaged hair.
8. Goldwell Dualsenses Scalp Specialist Anti-Dandruff Shampoo – For Sensitive or Flaky Scalps
This is more than just a dandruff shampoo—it’s scalp care with a salon touch. It gently clears flakes while soothing itchiness, all without stripping your hair or leaving a medicinal scent.
Why we recommend it: Clients see noticeable improvement in scalp comfort and flake reduction after just a few uses. And it still leaves hair feeling soft, not stripped.
9. Maria Nila Sheer Silver Shampoo – For Blonde, White, or Grey Hair
Infused with blackberry extract and violet pigments, this vegan shampoo removes brassiness while moisturising and adding shine. The scent? A luxurious blend of grapefruit, orange, and jasmine.
Why people love it: It’s vegan, sulfate-free, and doesn’t dry out your hair like some toning shampoos do. Plus, the aesthetics and fragrance make wash day feel like a spa experience.
10. Kérastase Elixir Ultime Oil – For Shine & Frizz Control on All Hair Types
The gold standard of hair oils. With a blend of marula, camellia, and argan oils, this lightweight serum adds mirror-like shine, tames frizz, and protects against humidity.
Why it’s iconic: It’s versatile—use it on wet hair for softness, dry hair for gloss, or mix into treatments. Just a drop or two is enough, making the bottle last for months.
Ready to Transform Your Hair Routine?
Whether you’re building a new haircare routine or want to upgrade your current one, Shelley and Co has all these salon-favourites in stock. Our stylists are happy to help you customise a product plan for your hair goals—just ask during your next appointment!
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