amika soft strand stars nourishing wash + care set. display box next to normcore signature shampoo + conditioner (275 ml / 9.2 oz bottles), soulfood nourishing mask (30 ml / 1 oz), the wizard silicone-free detangling primer (30 ml / 1 oz).
amika soft strand stars nourishing wash + care set. display box next to normcore signature shampoo + conditioner (275 ml / 9.2 oz bottles), soulfood nourishing mask (30 ml / 1 oz), the wizard silicone-free detangling primer (30 ml / 1 oz).
the soulfood nourishing mask nourishes and softens all hair types experiencing dryness. the before image shows a model with dull, rough hair. the after image shows the same model with shiny, smooth strands.
the soulfood nourishing mask nourishes and softens all hair types experiencing dryness. the before image shows the back of a model's hair. the hair is dull and rough. the after image depicts the same model with shiny, smooth strands.
infographic over an image of amika normcore shampoo + conditioner bottles. text: "Signature results - 91% agree normcore shampoo gently cleanses hair without stripping moisture**, hair is 7x more conditioned*, 94% agree hair felt nourished**". *clinically proven, when used as a system **based on a consumer at-home test of 51 participants.
deep conditioning mask for all hair types. the soulfood nourishing mask makes hair look and feel soft, silky, and hydrated. it is clinically proven to make hair 91% more manageable and 11.4x more conditioned. this hair mask is ideal for all hair types experiencing dryness.
image of the amika silicone-free detangling primer. text: "this magical multi-tasking mist detangles all hair types, primes and preps for heat styling, reduces frizz, and protects against 450ºf heat.
image of the normcore shampoo and conditioner against an orange background surrounded by coconuts and sea buckthorn. text reads: "nourishing ingredients. sea buckthorn helps to nourish and restore lipids in hair. coconut acid helps to lather and condition.".
amika's wow-worthy wash care sets: cleanse + nourish with soft strand stars, deeply hydrate + detangle with hydration heavyweights, and strengthen + reduce breakage with mane menders.
amika fragrance infographic: text: "the signature scent". image of ingredients: sandalwood, orchid, vanilla, rose, grapefruit
text reads: "our signature superfruit sea buckthorn. nourishes strands, scalp + skin while restoring lipids in the hair to help increase shine, manageability, softness and strength."
image of the normcore shampoo and conditioner against an orange tiled bathroom. text reads: "color safe, vegan, cruelty-free, silicone-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, sles and sls-free, and suitable for chemically treated hair.".

soft strand stars
nourishing wash + care set

cleanse, nourish + save with a shower-to-style set that'll leave strands so soft.
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product details

what is the soft strand stars nourishing wash + care set?

a set that makes your strands the star! show your hair you care with a nourishing routine starring full-sizes of normcore shampoo + conditioner + travel sizes of soulfood nourishing mask + the wizard silicone-free detangling primer.

who it's for

fine to medium hair types 1-2c

why it's special

the real star of this set? ultra-nourishing sea buckthorn! these superfruit-infused favorites work together to cleanse, nourish + condition, all while improving softness + detangling strands.

  • full size! normcore signature shampoo + conditioner: packed with good-for-hair vitamins + antioxidants, this nutrient-rich shampoo + conditioner results in clean, nourished hair, leaving strands 7x more conditioned.*
  • travel size! soulfood nourishing mask: a vitamin + nutrient-packed hair mask that deeply conditions + leaves hair 11.4x more moisturized.**
  • travel size! the wizard silicone-free detangling primer: this detangling leave-in spray preps + primes strands for any style while helping to reduce frizz + protect against heat up to 450°F.†


*clinically proven, when used as a system.
**clinically proven, after one use.
†clinically proven.

how to use?

normcore signature shampoo + conditioner:
1. lather + massage shampoo through wet hair from
root to ends. rinse.
2. massage conditioner from mid-lengths to ends.
leave on for 2–3 minutes. rinse thoroughly.


soulfood nourishing hair mask:
1. after shampooing, gently massage soulfood mask
through wet hair from roots to ends. leave on for 5–7
minutes. rinse.
2. use either as a weekly treatment or an everyday
conditioner.



the wizard detangling primer:
1. evenly mist throughout damp hair from mid-lengths to
ends.
2. lightly detangle with fingers or wide-toothed comb.
3. air dry for natural texture or blow dry for a smooth finish.

safety information:

avoid contact with eyes.

ingredients
key ingredients
  • sea buckthorn: known as 1 of earth’s most potent, omega-rich plant sources, this superfruit berry nourishes strands, scalp + skin while restoring lipids in the hair to help increase shine, manageability, softness + strength.
  • jojoba seed oil: helps to moisturize + soften hair.
  • coconut acid: helps to lather + condition.
  • avocado oil: promotes moisture + smoothing benefits.

full ingredients

normcore signature shampoo:
Water/Eau/Aqua, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycol Stearate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Cocamidoproylamine Oxide, Coconut Acid, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Sodium Isethionate, Hippophae Rhammnoides (Sea Buckthorn/Argousier) Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-150 Distearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-7, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethylamidopropylamine, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance/Parfum

normcore signature conditioner:
Water/Eau/Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride*, Fragrance/Parfum, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea/Karite) Butter, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn/Argousier) Fruit Extract, Silicone Quaternium-8, Trideceth-10, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Cocamide MIPA, Polyquaternium-37, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Citronellol *antistatic agent/agent antistatique.

soulfood nourishing hair mask:
Water/Eau/Aqua, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Panthenol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn/Argousier) Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Fragrance/Parfum, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde.

the wizard silicone-free detangling primer:
isododecane, isopropyl palmitate, isohexadecane, ethylhexyl olivate, hippophae rhamnoides (sea buckthorn/argousier) fruit/seed oil, squalane, persea gratissima (avocado/avocat) oil, tocopheryl acetate, fragrance/parfum

ingredients explained

sustainability

normcore signature shampoo:

contains recycled material: 275 ml / 9.2 fl oz contains post consumer recycled plastics (PCR). PCR has a lower impact compared to virgin plastics.

normcore signature conditioner:

contains recycled material: 275 ml / 9.2 fl oz contains post consumer recycled plastics (PCR). PCR has a lower impact compared to virgin plastics.

HOW TO RECYCLE

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FAQ

is soft strand stars color safe?

yes, it is safe for color-treated hair.

is it safe for keratin, Brazilian, or other chemically treated hair?

yes, it is suitable for chemically treated hair.

why does soulfood nourishing mask vary in color and texture?

soulfood nourishing mask varies in color + texture due to our naturally sourced sea buckthorn + production. don't worry, this is totally normal + doesn't change the product efficacy!

does this set have heat protection?

yes! the wizard silicone-free detangling primer protects against up to 450°F heat.

what is the amika signature scent?

an intoxicating blend of warm vanilla, spicy sweet clover + fresh citrus.