Aveda Cherry Almond Leave-In Conditioner for Normal to Dry Hair, 6.7 fl oz — Lightweight & 99% Naturally Derived

Aveda Cherry Almond Softening Leave-In Conditioner is a lightweight, 99% naturally derived leave-in cream that detangles, softens, tames frizz and provides heat protection for normal to dry hair.

This multitasking leave-in conditioner from Aveda blends cherry blossom extract, sweet almond oil and moringa oil to improve manageability and surface smoothness while layering the brand’s signature Cherry Almond Pure-Fume aroma. Designed for daily use on normal to dry hair, it addresses common styling needs — detangling, reducing static and flyaways, adding shine and offering thermal protection — without silicones, sulfates, parabens or synthetic fragrance. The formula is ISO 16128-rated as 99% naturally derived and omits many common additives that some people prefer to avoid.

How will this leave-in help my morning routine?

It speeds styling by loosening knots and reducing friction while you comb or brush, so you spend less time detangling wet or damp hair. The conditioning agents leave hair smoother and easier to style, whether you air-dry or use heat tools.

• Instant detangling for wet or damp hair
• Softens cuticle for faster brushing and styling
• Lightweight feel that won’t weigh down normal to dry hair

Does it protect hair from heat and breakage during styling?

The formula provides protection from heat and helps reduce breakage from combing or brushing, supporting safer styling with blow-dryers and hot tools. While it adds thermal resistance, topping with a dedicated high-heat protectant is an option for extreme temperatures.

• Reduces combing/brush-related breakage
• Offers everyday heat protection for styling tools
• Helps smooth strands to lower mechanical stress

Will it control frizz and improve shine without silicones?

Yes—natural oils and botanical extracts in the cream help smooth the hair surface and tame flyaways, improving shine and reducing frizz without silicone-based coatings. The result is a softer, more polished finish that still moves naturally.

• Controls frizz and flyaways with plant-derived oils
• Enhances natural shine without silicones
• Reduces static for cleaner-looking styles

What does it smell like and how strong is the fragrance?

The product carries Aveda’s Cherry Almond Pure-Fume aroma, a layered scent built from 38 flower and plant essences such as tonka bean, organic orange and ylang ylang. Fragrance intensity is noticeable but formulated from botanical essences rather than synthetic perfume.

• Signature cherry almond scent with floral and citrus notes
• Derived from plant essences, not synthetic fragrance
• Suitable for fragrance-lovers who prefer botanical aromas

Who is this for: This leave-in conditioner suits people with normal to dry hair who want a natural-leaning daily styling product that detangles, tames frizz, adds shine and provides light heat protection. It’s a practical pick for those avoiding silicones, sulfates, parabens and synthetic fragrances, and for anyone who enjoys the iconic Cherry Almond aroma. Ideal for daily use on damp hair before combing, blow-drying or air-drying, it helps cut styling time and supports smoother, more manageable results.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Glycerin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (sweet Almond) Oil, Prunus Serrulata (cherry) Flower Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Heptyl Undecylenate, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Ethyl Macadamiate, Diheptyl Succinate, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (soybean) Oil, Capryloyl Glycerin/sebacic Acid Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Fragrance (parfum), Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol, Amyl Cinnamal, Coumarin, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Citric Acid, Cetrimonium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol ILN46619 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.