L'Oréal Professionnel Paris Metal Detox Smoothing Cream Lightweight Leave-In — 72h Frizz Control & 450°F Heat Protection

This salon-grade smoothing cream from L'Oréal Professionnel Paris is designed to smooth, hydrate and defend hair without weighing it down. Formulated to be compatible with all hair types, it works as part of a Metal Detox approach to limit metal buildup and improve resilience. Use after washing on towel-dried hair before styling to enhance manageability, protect color, and reduce breakage during heat styling.

How does this cream reduce frizz and improve smoothness?

The formula delivers immediate slip and longer-lasting control by conditioning the hair surface and reducing friction between strands. Within styling and after drying, it helps hair feel smoother and appear more uniform, giving up to 5x smoother results compared to non-conditioned hair.

• Lightweight emollients smooth the cuticle for visible sleekness.
• 72 hours of frizz protection when applied as directed.
• Leaves hair soft without residue or heavy buildup.

Will it protect my hair during heat styling?

The product offers heat protection up to 450°F, helping to shield hair from thermal stress caused by blow-drying and hot tools. Use the recommended amount—1 to 4 pumps depending on length and thickness—on towel-damped hair before blow-drying or using a flat iron.

• Heat protection up to 450°F for safer styling routines.
• Reduces breakage—formulated to lower mechanical damage during styling.
• Works under styling tools without altering hold or finish.

How does Metal Detox technology help hair and color?

Metal Detox is a clarifying approach that targets metal residues that can accumulate from water, treatments, or environmental exposure. By reducing metal buildup, the cream supports stronger, less brittle hair and helps preserve true-to-tone color performance after professional services.

• Helps remove or limit metal deposits that weaken the fiber.
• Supports color integrity—advertised as 100% true-to-tone vs. non-conditioning shampoo.
• Contributes to 97% less breakage in styling comparisons.

How do I use it in my routine for best results?

Dispense 1–4 pumps based on hair length and thickness, rub between palms, and distribute through towel-dried hair concentrating on mid-lengths and ends. You can follow with blow-drying or allow hair to air dry; the product is formulated to work with both methods to control frizz and protect against heat and UV exposure.

• Apply to towel-dried hair—avoid heavy application at the roots.
• Comb or finger-through to ensure even coverage then style as usual.
• Suitable as part of a Metal Detox regimen with clarifying treatments.

Who is this for: L'Oréal Professionnel Metal Detox Smoothing Cream suits anyone seeking a lightweight, salon-grade leave-in that tames frizz, shields hair from heat and UV, and helps reduce breakage—especially useful for color-treated or chemically processed hair that benefits from metal detoxification and improved manageability.

Ingredients

1261039 F - INGREDIENTS: AQUA / WATER / EAU • BUTYLENE GLYCOL • AMINOPROPYL DIMETHICONE • ISODODECANE • ISONONYL ISONONANOATE • GLYCINE • PEG-240/HDI COPOLYMER BIS-DECYLTETRADECETH-20 ETHER • UNDECANE • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • SCLEROTIUM GUM • TRIDECANE • TOCOPHEROL • ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE • LIMONENE • SODIUM CITRATE • CITRIC ACID • HEXYL CINNAMAL • LINALOOL • CITRAL • GERANIOL • COUMARIN • POTASSIUM LAURATE • POLYQUATERNIUM-7 • SODIUM BENZOATE • HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL / SUNFLOWER SEED OIL • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE (F.I.L. N70019660/1).