Amika The Wizard Detangling Hair Primer

Amika The Wizard detangling primer: the original formula, made with silicones

This lightweight priming mist is for all hair types 1 to 4c. Reach for it on damp hair before you detangle, blow dry or style.

It is color safe and keratin safe. The formula is vegan certified and cruelty free.

What the brand says it does

Its product page describes an all-in-one spray that preps and primes hair for any style, and lists these benefits:

• Protects hair against heat up to 450°F
• Provides ultra-hydration, detangles and smooths strands
• Reduces frizz
• Cuts down on blow-dry time
• UV protection, shown among its badges
• Leaves hair shiny and silky-smooth

On the ingredients behind it:

• Silicones: included to help smooth and add shine.
• Avocado oil: full of protein, vitamins A, D, E and B6, amino acids, folic acid and minerals that promote moisture and smoothing.
• Sea buckthorn: one of the few known plant sources of the fatty acid omega 7.

Repair shampoos, conditioners and masks from The Kure sit across Amika primers and The Kure line.

Product specification

How to use it

Evenly mist throughout damp hair before detangling or blow drying. You can instead mist it through damp hair and style as usual.

For the most even coverage, spray it onto a paddle brush and brush it through. Stylists can use it as a cutting aid. Avoid contact with eyes.

Before you buy

Is it silicone-free? No. Cyclopentasiloxane, a silicone, is the first ingredient on the list. If you prefer a formula without silicones, see the Wizard made without silicones.

Is it gluten free? The brand states that it contains no direct gluten-contributing ingredients, and it advises anyone with allergies or sensitivities to consult a doctor.

Can the ingredient list change? It can. To confirm the formula suits you, check the list printed on your bottle.