Davines MELU Conditioner
A fast-acting anti-breakage Davines conditioner for long or damaged hair that instantly strengthens, nourishes and reduces friction — enriched with Regenerative Organic Certified™ Black Chickpea Extract to visibly reduce split ends by 37% with the full MELU routine.
The Moda Team Review: The Detangling Step That Also Strengthens
The MELU Conditioner does what a conditioner needs to do for long or damaged hair: it detangles with exceptional slip, preventing the mechanical damage that happens when combing through wet, fragile lengths. But it does more than that. The same Black Chickpea Extract that powers the shampoo continues its anti-breakage work in the conditioner — polysaccharides deposit onto the hair fibre, reducing friction between strands and reinforcing the protective film laid down during the wash. The silky, lightweight texture melts into the hair immediately and provides the slip that makes combing through without breakage significantly easier.
For clients whose primary concern is split ends, this conditioner is the daily maintenance step — used every wash alongside the shampoo, with the MELU Serum applied to the ends after for the targeted split-end sealing. Clinical testing confirms: -37% split ends after 4 weeks of the full MELU routine. Scent: sunlit citrus and spice blooming into fresh green florals, settling into soft woods and musk. Leave on 5–10 minutes for best results. Vegan.
Key Active Ingredient
Regenerative Organic Certified™ Black Chickpea Extract (Hydrolyzed Cicer Seed Extract) — sourced from Mr. Gabriele Colla's farm in Parma, Italy. Polysaccharides create a protective film preventing breakage; antioxidants preserve hair's strength and structure. Silky lightweight texture that melts into the hair. Scent: sunlit citrus and spice → fresh green florals → soft woods and musk. Full MELU routine efficacy: -37% split ends, -39% breakage from brushing (4 weeks, 20 participants). Vegan formula.
Moda Pro Tip
Apply from the ends upward to mid-lengths — never from the roots down, which drags tangles through fragile lengths and causes the breakage you are trying to prevent. Use a wide-tooth comb to work the conditioner through while it is in the hair and detangle from the ends upward before rinsing. Give it the full 5–10 minutes — this is where the protective film has time to bond effectively to the hair fibre rather than just coating the surface temporarily.
How To Use
- After rinsing MELU Shampoo, apply conditioner from ends upward to mid-lengths.
- Leave for 5–10 minutes — comb through gently from ends to roots.
- Rinse thoroughly with cool water.
- Towel-dry gently and apply MELU Serum to ends — do not rinse out.
- Apply MELU Spray through mid-lengths and ends before blow-drying for heat protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I leave Davines MELU Essential Haircare Conditioner on before rinsing?
Yes — 5–10 minutes is the recommended time for the best anti-breakage result. The Black Chickpea Extract's polysaccharides need contact time to properly bond to the hair fibre. A 30-second rinse-through delivers conditioning but not the full protective film benefit the formula is designed for.
What is the Regenerative Black Chickpea Extract in Davines MELU Essential Haircare Conditioner?
Yes — sourced from Mr. Gabriele Colla's farm in Parma, Italy. Contains polysaccharides that create a protective film preventing breakage and antioxidants that preserve hair's strength and structural integrity, addressing both the mechanical cause of breakage (friction during detangling) and the underlying structural fragility.
Is Davines MELU Essential Haircare Conditioner lightweight enough for fine hair?
Yes — the silky lightweight formula is specifically designed not to weigh down fine or medium hair. Apply from mid-lengths to ends only, keep away from the scalp and rinse with cool water for the lightest finish.
Can I use Davines MELU Conditioner on hair that is also colour-treated?
Yes — it is colour-safe. Colour-treated hair is structurally more fragile than untreated hair, making the anti-breakage protective action of the Black Chickpea Extract particularly relevant for clients who both colour and heat-style regularly.
Is the MELU Conditioner fast-acting or does it need a long processing time?
Yes — it is a fast-acting formula that delivers conditioning and protective benefits from 5 minutes, making it practical for regular wash routines. For very damaged or brittle hair, 10 minutes with a shower cap delivers the most complete anti-breakage protective film formation.
