Davines LOVE CURL Mask
A rich curl-enhancing nourishing Davines treatment mask for wavy and curly hair — enriched with Regenerative Organic Certified™ Baobab Pulp Extract to deeply nourish, restore elasticity, eliminate frizz and define curl shape — delivering up to 5x more nourished hair and 100% less breakage with the LOVE CURL Co-Wash and Cream routine.
The Moda Team Review: Deep Nourishment That Enhances the Curl, Not Just the Condition
The LOVE CURL Mask does something that most treatment masks for curly hair do not — it nourishes deeply while actively enhancing the curl pattern rather than just softening the hair into a generic smooth result. The Baobab Pulp Extract carbohydrates lock in moisture and restore the elasticity that allows curls to bounce back into shape; the antioxidants protect the hair against the oxidative damage that makes curls frizzy, brittle and undefined. The result is curls that are genuinely softer and more nourished, but also more defined, more bouncy and more manageable to style.
This is the weekly reset for curly-hair clients whose wash routine with shampoo and conditioner is not providing enough nourishment on its own — when the lengths feel dry between washes, when the curl pattern is inconsistent or when the hair is taking longer than usual to dry into a defined shape. Used once a week in place of the conditioner, it restores the moisture and elasticity baseline that makes the curl pattern behave consistently. Fast-acting — 5 minutes is sufficient. Vegan.
Key Active Ingredient
Regenerative Organic Certified™ Baobab Pulp Extract — sourced from Mrs. Ouattara Abiba's women's association in Banfora, Burkina Faso. Carbohydrates lock in moisture and restore elasticity; antioxidants protect hair health and prevent oxidative damage that causes frizz and breakage. Rich curl-enhancing texture. Efficacy with Co-Wash and Cream routine: up to 5x more nourished hair, 100% less breakage, 72hr anti-frizz. Vegan formula.
Moda Pro Tip
Apply to damp hair after shampooing or co-washing — section the hair first and apply the mask section by section from ends upward to mid-lengths for even coverage through every curl. Use a wide-tooth comb to distribute through the curl and cover with a shower cap for 5–10 minutes. The warmth helps the Baobab Extract penetrate more effectively. Rinse with cool water to close the cuticle, then apply your leave-in immediately while the hair is still very wet for the smoothest curl definition.
How To Use
- After shampooing or co-washing, apply LOVE CURL Mask from mid-lengths to ends on damp hair.
- Comb through gently with a wide-tooth comb.
- Leave for 5–10 minutes — cover with a shower cap for deeper penetration.
- Rinse thoroughly with cool water.
- Follow with LOVE CURL Enhancing Milk or Cream on damp hair — do not rinse out. Use weekly in place of conditioner.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I use the Davines LOVE CURL Essential Haircare Mask?
Yes — once a week in place of the LOVE CURL Conditioner is the standard recommendation. On very dry or porous curly hair, twice a week delivers faster improvement. The conditioner handles all other washes for daily curl-enhancing conditioning maintenance.
What is the difference between Davines LOVE CURL Conditioner and the LOVE CURL Mask?
Yes — the conditioner is the everyday fast-acting step: 30 seconds, every wash, lightweight curl-enhancing conditioning. The mask is a deeper weekly treatment: richer nourishment, 5–10 minutes, more concentrated elasticity restoration and anti-breakage support. Both use Baobab Pulp Extract but the mask delivers more intensive results per application.
Will Davines LOVE CURL Essential Haircare Mask weigh down fine wavy hair?
No — the formula is specifically designed for wavy through curly hair, not just coarse or thick curls. Apply from mid-lengths to ends only and rinse thoroughly with cool water for the lightest result. On fine wavy hair, 5 minutes is sufficient.
Does Davines LOVE CURL Mask help with curl definition as well as nourishment?
Yes — the Baobab Pulp Extract restores the elasticity that allows curls to spring back into their natural shape, and the formula's curl-enhancing action actively improves curl definition. Well-nourished, elastic curls define more consistently and hold their shape longer than depleted, dry ones.
Is Davines LOVE CURL Essential Haircare Mask suitable for colour-treated curly hair?
Yes — it is colour-safe and particularly beneficial for colour-treated curly hair, which tends to be more porous and more prone to dryness and frizz than untreated curly hair. The Baobab Extract's moisture-locking carbohydrates are especially effective at restoring hydration to colour-treated curl patterns.