KÉRASTASE Première Sulfate-Free Repair Shampoo — Citric Acid for Mineral Buildup Removal, Glycine Strengthening (For Damaged Hair)

KÉRASTASE Première Sulfate-Free Hair Repair Shampoo is a dual-action cleansing formula that removes calcium buildup while reconnecting keratin links to strengthen, smooth and restore shine to damaged hair.

This shampoo combines gentle, sulfate-free cleansing with targeted repair ingredients to address two common causes of brittle, dull hair: persistent damage from broken keratin bonds and mineral buildup (calcium) left by hard water. It’s formulated for all damaged hair types and works as the first step in the Première repair routine, preparing hair for conditioners and masks that complete the rebuilding process.

How does the shampoo remove buildup from hard water?

The formula includes citric acid, which helps dissolve calcium deposits that accumulate on the hair fiber and cause stiffness and dullness. By clearing mineral residue, the shampoo restores hair’s natural flexibility and allows subsequent products to penetrate more effectively.

• Citric acid targets calcium and mineral films on strands
• Sulfate-free base avoids stripping essential moisture
• Cleanses evenly to improve product absorption later in the routine

How does it strengthen hair and reduce breakage?

Glycine in the formula works to reconnect broken links between keratin chains, helping to rebuild the hair’s internal structure. Regular use as part of the Première system increases resistance to snap and mechanical damage without weighing hair down.

• Glycine supports keratin link restoration
• Dual-action approach: cleanse + repair in one step
• Clinically measured improvements in strength with continued system use

Will this shampoo smooth and add shine to damaged hair?

Yes—by removing mineral buildup and restoring bond integrity, hair becomes softer and more reflective. The product is designed to reduce stiffness from deposits and to hydrate strands so they lie smoother and reflect more light.

• Calcium removal restores natural sheen
• Hydrating base promotes smoother cuticles
• Deliverable results are optimized when paired with Première conditioner or mask

How should I use the Première shampoo for best results?

Use on wet hair, layering it over the Première Pre-Shampoo Treatment if you’re following the full routine. Massage to emulsify and rinse thoroughly, then follow with the Première Repairing Conditioner or Mask to lock in repair and moisture.

• Apply to wet hair; massage until lathered
• Rinse and follow with conditioner or mask
• Use consistently as part of the Première system for optimal strength and shine

Who is this for: This shampoo is intended for people with damaged, brittle or dull hair who want a gentle, sulfate-free cleanser that also actively removes hard-water mineral buildup and helps rebuild keratin links. It suits all damaged hair types—color-treated, chemically processed or mechanically weakened—and works best when used alongside other KÉRASTASE Première repair products.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU • SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE • DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE • GLYCOL DISTEARATE • SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE • SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE • GLYCERIN • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE • PPG-5-CETETH-20 • DECYL GLUCOSIDE • COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE • COCO-BETAINE • CITRIC ACID • DIVINYLDIMETHICONE/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER • AMODIMETHICONE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • POLYQUATERNIUM-7 • POLYQUATERNIUM-10 • CARBOMER • SODIUM BENZOATE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • LIMONENE • PEG-55 PROPYLENE GLYCOL OLEATE • PROPYLENE GLYCOL • SALICYLIC ACID • BENZOIC ACID • HYDROLYZED VEGETABLE PROTEIN PG-PROPYL SILANETRIOL • GLYCINE • POLYSORBATE 21 • TRIDECETH-6 • LINALOOL • C12-13 ALKETH-23 • C12-13 ALKETH-3 • CITRAL • CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE • PHENOXYETHANOL • POTASSIUM SORBATE