Davines MINU Conditioner
An illuminating fast-acting colour-protective Davines conditioner for colour-treated hair that detangles instantly, shields against fading and leaves hair soft, silky and vibrant — delivering long-lasting colour intensity for up to 4 weeks with the full MINU routine.
The Moda Team Review: Where the Colour Gets Sealed In
If the shampoo is where you protect colour during the cleanse, the conditioner is where you seal it. MINU Conditioner applies immediately after rinsing the shampoo, delivers its colour-protective and conditioning work in 30 seconds, and rinses out cleanly — leaving hair soft, silky and noticeably more luminous. The Green Coffee Extract's antioxidants work here too, protecting the colour pigments from the oxidative stress that causes fade, while the lightweight formula detangles without weighing down even finer colour-treated hair.
The texture is silky and melt-in — Davines describe it as soft, creamy and velvety — and the scent is the same across the whole MINU range: zesty citrus and soft florals settling into musk and patchouli, a fresh and grounded fragrance that lingers pleasantly. Rinsing with cool water at the end is the single most important technique detail for colour-treated hair — it closes the cuticle and locks the colour pigments in more effectively than warm or hot water. The combination of MINU Conditioner rinsed cold, followed by MINU Hair Milk as a leave-in, is where the 4-week colour vibrancy result lives.
Key Active Ingredient
Regenerative Organic Certified™ Green Coffee Extract — sourced from Mr. Aber Tocto's Churupampa farm in Chirinos, Peru. Contains caffeine, caffeic acid and ferulic acid — antioxidants that shield hair from oxidative stress and protect colour from fading caused by UV light and repeated washing. Used consistently with the full MINU routine, delivers long-lasting vibrant colour for up to 4 weeks. Silky lightweight texture that melts into the hair. Vegan formula.
Moda Pro Tip
Apply immediately after rinsing the shampoo while hair is still wet and saturated — the conditioner distributes most evenly through colour-treated hair when it has plenty of water in it to carry the formula through the lengths. Leave for 30 seconds minimum (extend to 3 minutes on dry or porous colour-treated hair), comb through once, then rinse with the coldest water you can manage. Cool water rinse is not optional for colour hair — it makes a measurable difference to vibrancy.
How To Use
- After shampooing, apply to damp hair from mid-lengths to ends.
- Leave for 30 seconds — extend to 3–5 minutes on dry or porous colour-treated hair.
- Comb through gently from ends to roots.
- Rinse thoroughly with cool water.
- Follow with MINU Hair Milk on towel-dried hair — do not rinse out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Davines MINU Essential Haircare Conditioner suitable for fine colour-treated hair without weighing it down?
Yes — the formula is specifically formulated as a lightweight conditioner that does not weigh down fine or medium hair. Apply from mid-lengths to ends, keep away from the scalp and rinse with cool water for the lightest finish.
How quickly does Davines MINU Conditioner work on colour-treated hair?
Yes — it is formulated as a fast-acting conditioner that delivers results in 30 seconds, making it practical for daily washing. For porous or very dry colour-treated hair, extending to 3–5 minutes deepens the conditioning and colour-protective benefit.
Does rinsing Davines MINU Essential Haircare Conditioner with cool water really make a difference to colour vibrancy?
Yes — cool water closes the hair cuticle, which physically traps the colour pigments inside the hair shaft more effectively than warm water. It is one of the most impactful single habits for extending colour vibrancy between appointments.
What is the difference between using Davines MINU Conditioner and MINU Mask?
Yes — the conditioner is the daily step: lightweight, 30 seconds, for every wash. The mask is a deeper treatment — richer texture, more intensive nourishment and anti-breakage support — used in place of the conditioner weekly or when hair needs more concentrated care. Both deliver colour protection via the Green Coffee Extract.
Can I use Davines MINU Essential Haircare Conditioner on bleached or highlighted hair?
Yes — the formula is colour-safe and particularly beneficial for bleached and highlighted hair, which is structurally more porous after lightening and therefore more vulnerable to both colour fade and moisture loss.
