Davines MELU Shampoo
An anti-breakage Davines shampoo for long or damaged hair that reinforces the hair fibre from root to tip — enriched with Regenerative Organic Certified™ Black Chickpea Extract to reduce breakage from brushing by up to 39% and visibly reduce split ends by 37% with the full MELU routine.
The Moda Team Review: The Foundation of the Anti-Breakage System
MELU Shampoo is where the anti-breakage routine starts — not just a gentle cleanser but an active strengthening step that deposits the Black Chickpea Extract's protective polysaccharides onto the hair fibre with every wash. The protective film formed during the cleanse reduces friction and mechanical damage during the rinse, which is where a significant amount of breakage on long or fragile hair actually occurs. The lather is rich and creamy and envelopes the hair in a velvety texture that thoroughly cleanses without stripping or tangling, making the rinse-out gentler than with most cleansers.
Clinical testing on 20 participants with split ends and brittle hair confirms the system works: -39% breakage from brushing and -37% split ends after 4 weeks of the full MELU routine (shampoo + conditioner + serum). The cumulative benefit builds with every wash — the more consistently it is used, the stronger and more resilient the hair becomes. Scent: sunlit citrus and spice blooming into fresh green florals, settling into soft woods and musk. Vegan.
Key Active Ingredient
Regenerative Organic Certified™ Black Chickpea Extract (Hydrolyzed Cicer Seed Extract) — sourced from Mr. Gabriele Colla's farm in Parma, Italy. Contains polysaccharides that create a protective film on the hair fibre to help prevent breakage; antioxidants preserve hair's strength and structural integrity. Rich creamy texture, velvety lather. Scent: sunlit citrus and spice → fresh green florals → soft woods and musk. Full MELU routine efficacy: -39% breakage from brushing, -37% split ends (4 weeks, 20 participants). Vegan formula.
Moda Pro Tip
Apply to wet hair and focus the massage at the scalp — press the lather through the lengths gently rather than scrubbing, which creates friction and tangles on long or fragile hair. Rinse slowly and thoroughly before applying the conditioner. For hair that breaks frequently when wet, slow the rinse right down — the more gently the water removes the shampoo, the less mechanical stress on fragile lengths during cleansing.
How To Use
- Apply to wet hair and massage gently into scalp.
- Press lather through lengths without scrubbing or tangling.
- Rinse slowly and thoroughly.
- Follow with MELU Conditioner from ends upward to mid-lengths — leave 5–10 minutes.
- Complete the routine with MELU Serum on towel-dried ends — do not rinse out.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Davines MELU Essential Haircare Shampoo reduce breakage?
Yes — the Black Chickpea Extract's polysaccharides deposit a protective film on the hair fibre during the wash that reduces friction and mechanical damage. Clinical testing shows -39% breakage from brushing after 4 weeks of the full MELU routine (shampoo + conditioner + serum).
What is the Regenerative Black Chickpea Extract in Davines MELU Essential Haircare Shampoo?
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 immediate cause of breakage (friction and mechanical stress) and the underlying structural vulnerability.
Is Davines MELU Essential Haircare Shampoo suitable for all hair types or only very long hair?
Yes — it is designed for any hair length where breakage is the primary concern. Long hair benefits most from the cumulative anti-breakage reinforcement, but shorter hair that snaps at the ends, at the hairline or mid-shaft also responds well to the protective film-forming action of the Black Chickpea Extract.
How long does it take to see results from Davines MELU Essential Haircare Shampoo?
Yes — the protective film deposits from the first wash and reduces friction immediately. The -39% breakage reduction is measured after 4 weeks of consistent use. Most clients notice improved manageability and less shedding during the rinse within the first week.
Is Davines MELU Essential Haircare Shampoo colour-safe?
Yes — the gentle cleansing system is colour-safe. Colour-treated hair is structurally more fragile and more prone to breakage, making the MELU anti-breakage system particularly relevant for clients who colour and heat-style regularly.
