Redken Styling & Finishing

What do the numbers on Redken styling products mean?
Redken numbers most of its stylers as a rough guide to hold and control. A lower number is lighter and more flexible, a higher number is firmer. So Quick Dry 18 gives a lighter finish than Control Hairspray 28 or Max Hold 32. It's a quick way to compare products within the range, not an exact science.

Which Redken hairspray should I choose?
For a light, brushable finish, Brushable Hairspray. For an everyday hold that dries fast, Quick Dry 18. For stronger hold, Strong Hold 23 or Control 28. For the firmest hold, Max Hold 32. If you're doing updos or event hair, go stronger; for everyday movement, go lighter. Our hairspray guide compares the ones we use most.

What's the best Redken product for volume?
For lift at the roots, Root Lifter Volumizing Spray on damp roots before blow-drying. Full Volume Mousse works through the lengths for overall body. Volume Maximiser Spray and Root Tease add texture and hold once hair is dry. For fine hair, start with Root Lifter and a light mousse. Our mousse and volume guide covers this in more detail.

Which Redken product is best for curly hair?
Hydrating Curl Cream for definition and moisture, applied to soaking wet hair and scrunched. Refresh Curl Mist for reviving curls on day two or three. If you want more hold, a light layer of Max Sculpting Gel over the curl cream helps curls last through the day.

Which Redken dry shampoo do you recommend?
Redken Invisible Dry Shampoo is the one we keep in the salon. It absorbs oil and leaves less white residue than many dry shampoos. Spray it at the roots from a little distance, wait a minute, then massage in. Brush through any leftover powder before you style.