How to Choose the Right Haircare for Your Hair Type: The R+Co Guide 2026
Most people use the wrong haircare products for their hair type — and wonder why their hair never looks quite right. The shampoo that works brilliantly for your friend with thick, curly hair might leave your fine, straight hair flat and limp. The conditioner that transforms dry, damaged hair might make oily hair greasy by lunchtime.
The solution isn't more products. It's the right products. And R+Co — the New York-based luxury haircare brand trusted by session stylists and editorial teams worldwide — has built an entire range around exactly this principle: targeted formulas for specific hair types and concerns.
At Maison 19, we carry the full R+Co range and ship across Europe via DHL. This guide will help you identify your hair type, understand what it needs, and find the exact R+Co products to match.
First: What Is R+Co?
R+Co was founded by a collective of the world's top session hairstylists — the people who work backstage at fashion weeks, on film sets, and in editorial shoots. The brand's philosophy is simple: professional results shouldn't require a salon visit. Every formula is sulphate-free, paraben-free, and cruelty-free, with packaging made from recycled materials. The result is haircare that's as sophisticated as the stylists who created it.
Step 1: Identify Your Hair Type
Before choosing products, you need to understand your hair. Ask yourself:
- Is my hair fine or thick? Fine hair needs volume without weight. Thick hair needs moisture and control.
- Is my hair straight, wavy, or curly? Curls need definition and frizz control. Straight hair needs smoothness or volume.
- Is my hair colour-treated or natural? Colour-treated hair needs protection and vibrancy.
- Is my hair damaged or healthy? Damaged hair needs repair and protein. Healthy hair needs maintenance.
- Is my scalp oily or dry? This affects how often you wash and which shampoo you need.
Once you know your answers, find your profile below.
For Fine & Flat Hair — Volume & Lift
Fine hair loses volume quickly and can look flat by midday. The key is lightweight products that add body without weighing strands down.
The science: Fine hair has a smaller diameter, meaning each strand holds less moisture and collapses under heavy products. You need ingredients that coat the hair shaft to create the illusion of thickness — without silicones that build up over time.
- R+Co Dallas Thickening Shampoo 241ml — €39.95 — Biotin and marshmallow root thicken each strand from the inside out. Gentle enough for daily use. Also available in a 60ml travel size (€15.90).
- R+Co Dallas Biotin Thickening Conditioner 241ml — €39.95 — Conditions without weighing hair down. Apply mid-lengths to ends only — never at the roots. Also in 60ml (€15.90).
- R+Co Dallas Thickening Treatment 89ml — €39.95 — A leave-in treatment that adds lasting volume and body. Apply to damp hair before blow-drying, focusing on roots.
- R+Co BALLOON Dry Volume Spray 176ml — €39.95 — The secret weapon for flat hair. Spray at roots on dry hair and scrunch for instant, lasting volume. A cult favourite among stylists.
- R+Co Rodeo Star Thickening Style Foam 150ml — €39.95 — A styling foam that adds texture and body without stiffness. Work through damp hair before blow-drying.
For Dry & Damaged Hair — Moisture & Repair
Dry, damaged hair is the result of a compromised cuticle — the outer layer of the hair shaft that protects the inner cortex. Heat styling, chemical treatments, UV exposure, and over-washing all strip the cuticle, leaving hair porous, frizzy, and prone to breakage.
The science: Damaged hair needs two things: protein to rebuild the internal structure, and moisture to seal the cuticle. Look for ingredients like baobab oil, amino acids, and panthenol.
- R+Co On A Cloud Baobab Repair Shampoo 251ml — €39.95 — Baobab oil and amino acids gently cleanse while beginning the repair process. Sulphate-free — safe for colour-treated hair.
- R+Co On A Cloud Baobab Oil Repair Masque 147ml — €49.95 — An intensive weekly treatment that rebuilds damaged hair from the inside out. Leave on for 5–10 minutes for transformative softness and strength.
- R+Co Television Perfect Hair Shampoo 241ml — €39.95 — A multi-benefit shampoo that cleanses, strengthens, and adds shine. For hair that needs everything at once.
- R+Co Television Perfect Hair Masque 147ml — €49.95 — The ultimate repair masque. Use weekly to restore shine, strength, and manageability to stressed hair.
- R+Co Chainmail Thermal Protection Styling Spray 163ml — €39.95 — Non-negotiable if you use heat tools. Protects up to 230°C and adds shine. Apply to damp hair before any heat styling.
- R+Co Waterfall Moisture & Shine Lotion 147ml — €39.95 — A lightweight lotion that seals moisture into the hair shaft and adds a brilliant, glass-like shine.
For Colour-Treated Hair — Vibrancy & Protection
Colour-treated hair is chemically altered — the cuticle has been opened to deposit or remove pigment, making it more porous and vulnerable. Without the right products, colour fades fast and hair becomes dry and brittle.
The science: Colour-safe products are sulphate-free (sulphates strip colour) and contain UV filters and antioxidants to protect pigment from fading. For blonde or highlighted hair, purple/blue pigments neutralise brassiness.
- R+Co Gemstone Color Shampoo — from €16.95 — A colour-protecting shampoo with gemstone extracts and UV filters. Keeps colour vibrant wash after wash. Available in 50ml (€16.95).
- R+Co Gemstone Color Conditioner 251ml — €32.90 — Seals the cuticle after washing to lock in colour and add shine. Also in 60ml (€16.95).
- R+Co Sunset Blvd Blonde Shampoo 241ml — €36.95 — A purple toning shampoo for blonde, silver, or highlighted hair. Neutralises yellow and brassy tones in one wash. Use 1–2x per week.
- R+Co Sunset Blvd Blonde Conditioner 251ml — €39.95 — The matching conditioner. Tones and deeply conditions blonde hair simultaneously.
- R+Co Television Perfect Hair Conditioner 50ml — €16.95 — A travel-size multi-benefit conditioner. Perfect for trying the Television range.
For Curly & Wavy Hair — Definition & Frizz Control
Curly and wavy hair is naturally drier than straight hair because the curl pattern prevents scalp oils from travelling down the hair shaft. It also tends to be more porous, making it prone to frizz in humidity.
The science: Curls need moisture-rich, sulphate-free products that define the curl pattern without disrupting it. Avoid heavy silicones that build up and weigh curls down. Diffuse or air-dry — never rub with a towel.
- R+Co Cassette Curl Shampoo 241ml — €39.95 — A moisturising, sulphate-free shampoo designed specifically for curly and wavy hair. Cleanses without disrupting the curl pattern.
- R+Co Cassette Curl Conditioner 251ml — €39.95 — A rich conditioner that detangles, defines, and deeply moisturises curls. Can also be used as a co-wash.
- R+Co Killer Waves 150ml — €34.95 — A wave-enhancing cream that defines curls and waves with a natural, touchable finish. No crunch, no frizz. Apply to damp hair and scrunch upward.
- R+Co Moon Landing Anti-Humidity Spray 176ml — €39.95 — The ultimate frizz shield. Creates an invisible barrier against humidity that keeps curls defined all day. Also in 61ml (€19.95).
- R+Co Cool Wind pH Perfect Air Dry Crème 147ml — €39.95 — A pH-balancing air-dry cream that enhances natural texture and reduces frizz without heat. Perfect for wavy hair that air-dries.
For Dry & Thirsty Hair — Deep Hydration
- R+Co Atlantis Moisturizing Shampoo 241ml — €39.95 — Vitamin B5 and sea kelp deliver deep, lasting moisture with every wash. Also in 50ml (€15.90).
- R+Co Atlantis Moisturizing B5 Conditioner 60ml — €15.90 — The matching conditioner. Vitamin B5 penetrates the hair shaft to restore moisture from within.
- R+Co High Dive Moisture & Shine Crème 50ml — €19.95 — A lightweight moisture cream for instant hydration and shine. Apply to damp or dry hair as needed.
For Smooth & Frizz-Free Hair
- R+Co Bel Air Smoothing Shampoo 241ml — €39.95 — Smooths the cuticle from the very first wash. Also in 50ml (€15.90).
- R+Co Bel Air Smoothing Conditioner 251ml — €32.90 — Seals the cuticle and eliminates frizz. Leaves hair sleek, shiny, and manageable.
Styling & Finishing — The Final Touch
- R+Co Spiritualized Dry Shampoo Mist 119ml — €36.95 — The most elegant dry shampoo on the market. Absorbs oil, adds volume, and leaves zero white residue. Spray at roots, wait 30 seconds, massage in.
- R+Co Outerspace Flexible Hairspray 280ml — €39.95 — A flexible-hold hairspray that keeps styles in place without stiffness or crunch. Also in 75ml (€19.95).
- R+Co DART Pomade Stick 14g — €29.95 — A mess-free pomade stick for taming flyaways, defining edges, and adding polish to any style.
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