Aveda Botanical Repair Masque Light — Intensive Bond-Building Deep Conditioner, Fine-Medium Hair

Aveda Botanical Repair Intensive Strengthening Masque Light is a lightweight, bond-building deep conditioner that repairs and strengthens fine to medium hair for softer, shinier strands after just one use.

This fast-acting treatment uses plant-derived technologies to rebuild damaged hair structure from the outer F-layer through the cortex, delivering visible improvement without weighing hair down. The formula is 98% naturally derived and free from silicones, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and other common additives. It also features Aveda's Pure-Fume aroma made with certified organic flower and plant essences for a naturally scented finishing touch.

How does this masque repair damaged hair?

The masque uses bond-building ingredients designed to reconnect and reinforce the hair’s internal structure across three fiber layers. This helps reduce breakage and improves elasticity, so hair feels stronger and looks healthier after a single application. The treatment also smooths the hair surface to enhance shine and manageability.

• Plant-derived technologies target the F-layer, cuticle, and cortex.
• Rebuilds internal bonds to minimize breakage during styling and detangling.
• Delivers slip for easier combing and reduced mechanical damage.
• Leaves hair softer and visibly shinier.

Will the Light formula weigh my fine hair down?

Designed specifically for fine to medium hair, the Light version conditions without adding heaviness or residue. It offers weightless hydration and slip so strands remain bouncy, not flat, while still improving texture and manageability. Use it as a weekly intensive or as-needed shortcut treatment after color or heat styling.

• Lightweight emollients provide conditioning without buildup.
• Rinses cleanly to preserve volume and natural movement.
• Appropriate for fine textures prone to flattening.
• Quick 2–5 minute processing time for convenience.

How do I use the masque for best results?

Apply to freshly shampooed, damp hair, smoothing the product from mid-lengths to ends and leaving it on for 2–5 minutes before rinsing thoroughly. For more intensive repair, leave slightly longer within the recommended window or use once weekly. Always follow with your regular styling routine; no additional leave-in is required unless your hair needs extra protection.

• Use after shampoo on wet hair for optimal penetration.
• Smooth evenly through mid-lengths and ends—avoid roots if you want volume.
• Process 2–5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
• Can be used weekly or as needed after damaging services.

What’s in the formula and what’s left out?

The masque is 98% naturally derived per ISO 16128 and includes plant-sourced technologies plus Aveda’s signature Pure-Fume aroma from certified organic ylang-ylang, rose, and marjoram. It’s formulated without animal-derived ingredients, silicones, mineral oil, SLS/SLES, synthetic fragrances, parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, paraffin, or formaldehyde donors. Aveda is vegan, a Certified B Corp, and Leaping Bunny approved.

• 98% naturally derived formulation with plant-based bond builders.
• Fragrance blended from organic flower and plant essences.
• Free from silicones, synthetic fragrance, sulfates, and parabens.
• Vegan and cruelty-free brand commitments.

Who is this for: This masque is ideal for people with fine to medium hair seeking a lightweight, restorative deep conditioner that improves strength, reduces breakage, and enhances softness and shine without sacrificing volume. It’s a good pick for those who want plant-derived ingredients, a natural scent profile, and a quick salon-style treatment at home.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Behenyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Persea Gratissima (avocado) Oil, Plukenetia Volubilis (sacha Inchi) Seed Oil, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (sunflower) Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba (meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Behenyl/octyldodecyl Propanediol Citrate Crosspolymer, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Hydroxypropylgluconamide, Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate, Tocopherol, Lactic Acid, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Heptyl Undecylenate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Gluconate, Squalane, Fragrance (parfum), Linalool, Geraniol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Citral, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Tartaric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol ILN50889 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.