If you’re looking for a reliable leave-in treatment that preps your hair beautifully for styling while taming frizz and protecting from environmental damage, Aveda’s Smooth Infusion Style-Prep Smoother™ deserves a spot in your routine. Below we break it down—what it is, what it does, how to use it, and why it might be the game-changer for your hair.
What It Is
- A lightweight, leave-in treatment serum (style primer) from the Smooth Infusion line by Aveda. Aveda
- Silicone-free and aims to deliver weightless hydration. Aveda
- Designed to prep hair before heat styling while providing protection from sun, humidity, and frizz. Aveda
Key Features & Benefits
| Feature | Benefit for Your Hair |
|---|---|
| 72-hour humidity and frizz defense | Helps keep your hair sleek in humid weather for up to three days. Aveda |
| UV filters + protection up to ~450°F | Shields hair from sun damage and heat styling appliances. Aveda |
| Plant-powered formula | Includes a plant polymer shield that repels water and botanical oils—for smoothing and shine, without silicones. Aveda |
| Botanical oils blend (Kalahari melon seed oil, Tamanu oil) | Softens, conditions, smoothens cuticles. Aveda |
| Sand ginger for UV | Acts as a natural UV filter to protect from the drying effects of the sun. Aveda |
| Suitable for all hair types & textures | Fine, medium, thick hair; straight, wavy, or curly textures; safe for color-treated or chemically treated hair. Aveda |
How to Use
- After washing and conditioning, towel-dry or gently blot hair—so it’s damp, not dripping. Aveda
- Take a small amount of the smoother in your hands. Aveda
- Distribute it through your damp hair, focusing especially where frizz tends to be or ends are rough. Aveda
- Style as desired—blow-dry, straighten, air dry etc. The smoother helps with easier styling and gives protection. Aveda
Ingredients Highlight
- Kalahari Melon Seed Oil — lightweight, rich in fatty acids; helps in fighting frizz. Aveda
- Tamanu Oil — smoothing properties, high in beneficial fats. Aveda
- Shea Butter, Sunflower Oil — for nourishment and softness. Aveda
- Natural fragrance blend — Aveda’s “pure-fume™” aroma made with plant and flower essences including Australian sandalwood, bergamot, palmarosa etc. Aveda
Also note: the smoother is 98% naturally derived, 100% vegan, and cruelty-free. Aveda
Packaging & Sustainability
- The 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) bottle is made with 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) HDPE. Aveda
- Smaller tube version (25 ml) is partly bioplastic and partially PCR HDPE. Aveda
- Aveda’s manufacturing emphasizes renewable energy—using wind and solar power in primary facilities. Aveda
Price & Availability
- Travel size (≈25 ml / 0.85 fl oz): CAD $19.00 Aveda
- Full size (100 ml / 3.4 fl oz): CAD $46.00 Aveda
Who It’s Best For (and When It May Not Be Ideal)
Best For:
- Anyone with frizzy or humidity-prone hair who wants sleekness.
- Those who heat style often and need protection.
- Users who prefer more natural, plant-derived, silicone-free products.
- Color-treated or chemically processed hair—since it’s safe and adds protection.
May Not Be Ideal If:
- You dislike scented hair products—this has fragrance, so for very scent-sensitive individuals, it might be a concern.
- You prefer zero-weight products: though lightweight, those with very fine hair might feel even a plant oil blend could weigh slightly, depending on amount used.
- If you don’t use heat styling or live in low-humidity climates, some benefits (like 72-hr frizz protection, UV filters) may be less relevant.
Final Thoughts
Aveda’s Smooth Infusion Style-Prep Smoother™ is a well-formulated product for those seeking to tame frizz, protect against heat and sun, and maintain a sleek hairstyle for longer—all while staying as natural and cruelty-free as possible. It combines plant oils, polymers, and UV filters in a lightweight leave-in that seems to deliver on its promises for many users.
If you’re shopping for something to add before styling—especially in humid conditions or if your hair is prone to frizz—this is a strong contender. Just use the right amount (too much might weigh hair), apply to damp hair, and pair with good shampoo/conditioner for best results.
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