Rebuild from the wash. Kérastase Résistance Bain Force Architecte is a reconstructing shampoo for weakened and damaged hair. Vita-Ciment® and Sève de Résurrection rebuild and strengthen the fibre from within while it cleanses, for hair that is soft, shiny, smoother and stronger. 250 ml. Trusted by stylists worldwide.
Key Ingredients, Explained
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Vita-Ciment® (Pro-Keratin and ceramide): Pro-Keratin is a protein complex that mimics keratin to help rebuild the fibre, and ceramide helps recreate the cement between cuticle cells for strength from within.
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Sève de Résurrection (resurrection plant extract): From Myrothamnus flabellifolia, a plant known for its regenerating power, to help revitalize weakened hair.
What It Does
- Rebuilds and strengthens the hair fibre.
- Helps reduce breakage and split ends.
- Revitalizes brittle hair.
- Leaves hair shiny, smooth, soft and firm to the touch.
Why We Love It
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Daily-use reconstructing shampoo.
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Rich, creamy lather that rinses clean.
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First step of the Force Architecte routine.
Best For
Weakened, brittle or damaged hair that breaks easily, from colour, heat or everyday wear.
How to Use
- Apply to wet hair and scalp.
- Massage and emulsify.
- Rinse thoroughly.
- Follow with Ciment Anti-Usure or Masque Force Architecte.
Pro Stylist Tip
Focus the lather at the scalp and let it run through the lengths as you rinse. You avoid extra friction on fragile ends.
Build Your Force Architecte Routine
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Cleanse: Bain Force Architecte.
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Condition: Ciment Anti-Usure every wash, or Masque Force Architecte once or twice a week.
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Protect: Ciment Thermique before blow-drying.
The Scent
A tasty opening of fresh, biting notes, a sweet, fruity heart, and a delicate, musky floral base.
Ingredients
Aqua / Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Magnesium Laureth-8 Sulfate, Magnesium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Oleth Sulfate, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Alcohol Denat., Polyquaternium-30, Salicylic Acid, Carbomer, Magnesium Oleth Sulfate, Amyl Cinnamal, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Limonene, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Benzyl Cinnamate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Quaternium-33, Trehalose, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Phenoxyethanol, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf Extract, Disodium Phosphate, Parfum / Fragrance.
Formulas can change, so check the packaging for the current list.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use it every day?
Yes. It's designed for daily use.
Force Architecte, Thérapiste or Extentioniste?
Force Architecte is for weakened, damaged hair. Thérapiste is for very damaged, over-processed hair. Extentioniste is for long hair with damaged lengths and split ends.
Is it good for coloured hair?
Yes. It's made for hair weakened by chemical and mechanical damage, including colour.
Where can I buy Kérastase Résistance in Alberta?
Online at denimandsmith.com, shipped from Calgary, or at any Denim & Smith location across Calgary, Edmonton, Cochrane, Okotoks and Rocky View. Shop the full Résistance range.
