This is a leave-in balm that protects, softens, and smooths your hair. It is specially designed for damaged hair that frizzes easily or feels dry.

• Hair feels softer and less dry
• Less frizz for up to 72 hours after use
• Protects hair from heat up to 230°C
• Easier to comb after washing
• No sulphates, parabens or mineral oil
• Vegan formula
• Hair looks shinier and healthier
• Works best as part of the Instacure Build-a-Bond range

1. Wash your hair as usual and towel-dry it.
2. Take a small amount of balm in your palm, about the size of a pea.
3. Distribute it evenly through your wet hair, from mid-lengths to ends. Avoid the roots.
4. Comb your hair through to spread the product well.
5. Blow-dry or let your hair dry naturally on the Manier. Do not rinse out.

Want even better results? Combine the balm with the Instacure Build-A-Bond Instant Revival Liquid Mask. Use this liquid mask before the balm as a deep treatment that strengthens your hair from within. Together, they tackle damage from both sides.

Your hair feels instantly smoother and softer after use. This is because the formula forms a light protective layer around each strand. This layer locks in moisture, protects against heat, and reduces breakage when combing or styling.

Citric acid helps by sealing the outer hair layer, making the surface smoother and increasing shine. Squalane, a light plant-based oil, softens the hair fibre without leaving a heavy or sticky feel.

If you’re looking for professional damaged hair products that show immediate results, this is a strong option from the Matrix range.

This balm is designed for damaged, dry, or porous hair – think hair that is bleached, coloured, or frequently styled with heat.

It works best on thick or medium hair. Have fine or quickly oily hair? The answer to "is matrix instacure good for fine hair" is nuanced: it can work, but use only a very small amount and apply it only to the ends, not the roots. Too much product can weigh fine hair down.

Yes, the balm protects your hair against heat up to 230°C. That’s enough for use with a hairdryer, straightener, or curling iron.

Apply it before blow-drying or styling on wet or dry ends. This prevents direct heat damage to the hair fibre. It’s also handy for daily heat styling when you want to shield your hair.

It’s not necessary, but it helps. The strongest results, such as up to eight times stronger hair and up to 94% smoother hair, were measured when using the full system: shampoo, conditioner or mask, plus the balm.

Using the balm alone, you’ll already notice more softness, shine, and less frizz. Want to build your routine? The Insta Cure Anti-Breakage Conditioner is a logical next step to use alongside the balm. It strengthens your hair during washing, so the balm works better afterward.

If you’re deciding between Matrix Instacure Build-a-bond Super Sealing Leave-in Balm - 75ml and products like Olaplex No.6 or K18, there are a few things to know. Olaplex No.6 focuses more on repairing the inner structure of your hair through a specific molecule. K18 works on a similar Manier but is more concentrated and much pricier per millilitre.

The Matrix balm gives you instantly noticeable results: softer, smoother, and less frizzy hair. It’s a good choice if you want to protect and style your hair daily without an intensive treatment every time. Want deeper repair after heavy chemical treatments and have the budget for a specialised product? Then Olaplex or K18 might suit you. But for those who know how to incorporate matrix instacure build a bond leave in balm into a regular routine, it’s a reliable and affordable option that really makes a difference.

Aqua / Water / Eau, Dimethicone, CeTearyl Alcohol, Amodimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium‑37, Dimethiconol, Trideceth‑5, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, STeareth‑20, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Parfum / Fragrance, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Limonene, Ppg‑1 Trideceth‑6, Trideceth‑10, Squalane, Sodium Hydroxide, Linalool, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Acrylates/STearyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Acetic Acid, Citronellol, Hydrated Silica, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Disodium Phosphate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Phosphate, Edta, Ci 17200 / Red 33

We recommend always checking the ingredient list on the packaging before use for the most accurate information. Due to product updates and optimisation, the ingredients listed here may differ from those on the packaging.