Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Wash Day Deep Moisture Masque 12oz
Design Essentials is the salon-rooted US textured-hair specialist, making professional-grade products for type 3 and 4 hair since 1990. Their curl creams, mousses and edge gels are mainstays in textured-hair salons across America. Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Wash Day Deep Moisture Masque 12oz is a deep-conditioning treatment from the brand — stocked at Zenvy Beauty UK with free delivery over £40 and next-working-day shipping if you order before 2pm.
What it does
A weekly deep treatment — penetrates the cuticle to repair damage, restore moisture, and reset the hair's overall condition.
Key benefits
- Strengthens hair while locking in intense moisture
- Improves hair elasticity and adds a luminous shine
- Eases the detangling process and improves hair manageability
- Free from parabens, phthalates, silicones and gluten
Hair type
Best for type 2C through 4C textures. The brand formulates broadly across the curl spectrum — adjust application amount based on density and porosity. Wavy and looser-curl users should start with smaller amounts to avoid weigh-down.
How to use
- After shampooing, apply a palm-size amount from roots to ends
- Comb through with a wide-tooth comb
- Leave in for up to 15 minutes. Sit under a dryer for maximum protection
- Rinse thoroughly with cool water. Repeat weekly for optimum results
- Ingredients: Deionized Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Acetamide MEA, Quaternium-91, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium 10, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Prunus Amygaldus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Ingredients (full INCI)
ALMOND & AVOCADO nourish, strengthen and provide intense moisture • • SUNFLOWER OIL delivers moisture, softness, shine and protection
Size: 12oz.
Frequently asked
How often should I use this mask?
Most curlies use a deep conditioning mask weekly — replacing the regular rinse-out conditioner on one wash day. Twice a week is fine for very high-porosity or damaged hair; daily is too much.
How long should I leave it on?
Minimum 15 minutes. Up to 30 minutes for very dry or damaged hair. Use under a heat cap, plastic cap, or simply with body heat — heat opens the cuticle for deeper penetration.
Can I leave it overnight?
Most curlies don't need to — a 30-minute treatment under heat reaches the same level of penetration. Overnight masking is fine if your hair tolerates it; some textures find it leaves residue.
Does it replace my regular conditioner?
Yes — on the day you mask, skip the regular rinse-out. The mask does the conditioning step. Continue with leave-in and styler as normal.
Complete the ritual.
