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Davines Essentials Update: What’s New, What’s Gone & What to Buy

Posted on by Alfonso Martinez

If you’ve been using Davines for years, this update matters to you.

On May 1, 2026, Davines is launching a new Essentials update. This is the biggest refresh of the Davines Essential Haircare line in years. There’s new packaging. New fragrances. New products. And yes — a few of your favorites are going away.

We know change can be stressful when you’ve finally found a routine that works. That’s why we put together this simple guide. By the end, you’ll know:

  • Which products are being discontinued
  • Which new products are replacing them
  • How to update your routine without missing a beat

Let’s get into it.

Davines Essentials 2.0 product line update

What Is Davines the Essentials Update?

The Essential collection covers nine product families — each one made for a different hair need.

What’s changing in this update:

  • New packaging across every product
  • Fine-tuned fragrances for many products
  • 9 new products added to the line
  • 7 products discontinued
  • Two product lines (Volu and Nounou) are getting additions with no discontinuations

Most products use Davines’ signature Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) ingredients. These ingredients are grown using farming practices that help restore the soil and support local communities. Davines is also still a Certified B Corporation, so the brand’s social and environmental commitment hasn’t changed.

Quick Summary: What’s Changing

Here’s the short version for anyone in a hurry.

Discontinued Products

  • Love Hair Smoother
  • Love Smoothing Perfector
  • Momo Hair Potion
  • Love Curl Primer
  • Love Curl Controller
  • Love Curl Revitalizer
  • Minu Hair Serum

New Products

  • Love Smoothing Lightweight Milk
  • Love Smoothing Serum
  • Momo Serum
  • Love Curl Co-Wash (renamed from Love Curl Cleansing Cream)
  • Love Curl Enhancing Milk
  • Minu Milk
  • Volu Conditioner
  • Nounou Oil
  • Melu Serum

Now let’s break down each line in detail.

Line-by-Line Guide to the new Davines Essentials

Love Smoothing (Anti-Frizz) — Made with Apple Pulp

What it does: Controls frizz and adds shine for up to 72 hours. Up to 3.9x smoother and 2.5x shinier hair after one use.

Discontinued:

  • Love Hair Smoother
  • Love Smoothing Perfector

New products:

  • Love Smoothing Lightweight Milk — Made for fine to medium frizzy hair. It has a light, milky texture that adds softness without weighing hair down.
  • Love Smoothing Serum — Made for thick or coarse frizzy hair. It has a richer, creamy texture that delivers deep control and hydration.

Both new products provide heat protection up to 446°F.

Davines Love Smoothing anti-frizz line with new lightweight milk and serum

Momo (Moisturizing) — Made with Apricot

What it does: Deeply hydrates dry, thirsty hair. Up to 11.8x more hydrated hair.

Discontinued:

  • Momo Hair Potion

New product:

  • Momo Serum — Adds heat protection up to 446°F to your moisture routine.

Davines Momo moisturizing line with new Momo serum

Love Curl (Curl Enhancing) — Made with Baobab Pulp

What it does: Defines curls, boosts elasticity, and locks in moisture. Up to 11x more hydrated hair, +24.6% hair elasticity, and 72 hours of frizz control.

Discontinued:

  • Love Curl Primer
  • Love Curl Controller
  • Love Curl Revitalizer

New products:

  • Love Curl Co-Wash — This is the same idea as the old Love Curl Cleansing Cream, just with a new name. It’s a low-lather cleansing conditioner. It cleanses and conditions in one step. Great for curls between regular shampoo days.
  • Love Curl Enhancing Milk — Adds heat protection up to 446°F and helps define curls.

Quick tip for curly hair: Alternate the Love Curl Shampoo with the Love Curl Co-Wash. Davines suggests using the shampoo and conditioner combo every third wash, with the Co-Wash in between.

Davines Love Curl line with new Co-Wash and Enhancing Milk

Minu (Colour Protecting) — Made with Green Coffee

What it does: Keeps color vibrant for up to 4 weeks.

Discontinued:

  • Minu Hair Serum

New product:

  • Minu Milk — Heat protection up to 446°F and up to 6.6x shinier hair.

Davines Minu color protecting line with new Minu Milk

Volu (Volumizing) — Made with Clementine Peel

What it does: Adds +16.6% volume after one use.

Discontinued: None.

New product:

  • Volu Conditioner — A brand new addition. Pairs with Volu Shampoo to add volume without weighing hair down.

Davines Volu volumizing line with new Volu conditioner

Nounou (Nourishing) — Made with Lupin Seeds

What it does: Repairs hair damaged by color, bleach, or heat. Up to 9.9x shinier and 9x stronger hair.

Discontinued: None.

New product:

  • Nounou Oil — Heat protection up to 446°F. Up to 12.9x shinier and 5.1x stronger hair after one use.

Davines Nounou nourishing line with new Nounou oil

Melu (Anti-Breakage) — Made with Black Chickpea

What it does: 39% less breakage and 37% fewer split ends after one use.

Discontinued: None.

New product:

  • Melu Serum — Reduces split ends by 32.5% after one use.

Davines Melu anti-breakage line with new Melu serum

Dede (Delicate) and Solu (Clarifying)

These two lines are getting new packaging and updated fragrances, but no new products and no discontinued products.

One small note on Solu: The Solu Scrub has a new, less sticky texture. It’s easier to scoop, apply, and rinse out.

 

Frequently Asked Questions About Davines Essentials 2.0

When does the Davines Essentials update happen?

The new line launches on May 1, 2026.

My favorite product is being discontinued. What should I do?

Check the discontinued list above to see what’s replacing it. If you’re not sure which new product fits your hair, send us a message. We’ll help you find the best match.

Can I still buy the old products?

Once stock is gone, it’s gone for good. If you have a favorite on the discontinued list, we recommend stocking up before May 1, 2026.

Are the new products better than the old ones?

In most cases, yes. Many of the new formulas offer improved heat protection, better performance, or both. The Love Curl Co-Wash is essentially the same product as the old Love Curl Cleansing Cream — just with a new name.

Is the packaging different?

Yes. Davines has updated the packaging across the entire Essential Haircare line.

Are the fragrances different?

Yes. Many products have new “fine-tuned” fragrances. Each product page lists the new scent profile.

What does ROC mean?

ROC stands for Regenerative Organic Certified. It means the ingredient is grown using farming practices that restore the soil, protect biodiversity, and support workers and communities. Davines uses ROC ingredients like apple pulp, apricot, baobab, and lupin seeds across the Essential line.

Is Davines still B Corp Certified?

Yes. Davines remains a Certified B Corporation, which means it meets high standards for social and environmental responsibility.

How much will the new products cost?

Pricing for the new line will be available on launch day. Sign up for our email list to be the first to know.

Can I return a new product if it doesn’t work for me?

Yes. Our standard return policy applies to all Davines products. If something isn’t working for you, just reach out.

Ready to Try the new Davines Essentials?

We’ll be stocking the full new Davines Essentials line starting May 1, 2026.

Want to be the first to know when products land in stock? Sign up for our newsletter below. We’ll send you launch updates, early access offers, and styling tips for the new formulas.

Have questions about which new product fits your hair? Send us a message. After 5+ years of helping customers like you find the right Davines routine, we know this line inside and out — and we’re happy to help you make the switch.

Alfonso Martinez