Amika The Wizard Silicone-Free Detangling Primer
Amika The Wizard Silicone-Free Detangling Primer
The Wizard Silicone-Free, a detangling primer misted on damp hair before drying
This lightweight priming spray is for all hair types 1 to 4c, for people who prefer silicone-free formulas. It goes on damp hair, before you air dry or blow dry.
It is color safe and keratin safe, and the packaging states it is suitable for chemically treated hair. The formula is vegan certified and cruelty free.
What the brand says it does
Amika calls it the Wizard its customers know, now made without silicones. Its listed benefits:
- Protects hair against heat up to 450°F
- Cuts down on blow-dry time
- Detangles and reduces frizz on all hair types
- UV protection, shown among its badges
- Leaves hair shiny and silky-smooth
On the ingredients behind it:
- Squalane: helps protect from dehydration and restore lipid barriers, to prevent moisture loss and restore suppleness.
- Sea buckthorn: one of the few known plant sources of the fatty acid omega 7.
- Avocado oil: promotes moisture and smoothing.
Wash care, masks and styling sprays sit across the wider Amika range at Nava.
Product specification
| Size | 5 oz (150 ml) |
| Form | Silicone-free detangling primer spray |
| Named ingredients | Squalane, sea buckthorn, avocado oil |
| Hair type | All hair types 1 to 4c, for those who prefer silicone-free formulas |
| When to use | On damp hair, mid-lengths to ends, before you air dry or blow dry |
| Heat and UV | Heat protection up to 450°F; UV protection |
| Free from | Silicones, sulfates, parabens, mineral oil |
| Treated hair | Color safe; keratin safe; suitable for chemically treated hair |
How to use it
Evenly mist throughout damp hair from mid-lengths to ends. Lightly detangle with your fingers or a wide-toothed comb, then air dry for natural texture or blow dry for a smooth finish.
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 the same as the original Wizard? No. The original formula includes silicones to help smooth and add shine. This version leaves them out and adds squalane to help protect from moisture loss. If you prefer silicones, see the original Wizard, made with 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.