SEBASTIAN

Born in 1970s Los Angeles out of pure creative defiance, Sebastian Professional transformed modern hairdressing by inventing the crimping iron, introducing semi-permanent Cellophanes colour, and creating the world's very first brushable aerosol hairspray: Sebastian Shaper. Engineered for artists, stylists, and clients who refuse conformity, Sebastian bridges clinical hair therapy with fearless runway styling. From the transformative, weightless lipid replenishment of the Dark Oil collection and the deep restorative keratin reinforcement of Penetraitt, to cult-classic texture sculptors like Potion 9 and Craft Clay, every formula is calibrated for versatile, touchable performance. Explore our complete selection of authentic Sebastian Professional shampoos, conditioners, intensive treatment masks, and legendary finishing sprays with fast fulfillment shipping across Canada.

Fearless Styling & Botanical Science: The Sebastian Professional Legacy

Founded by salon visionaries Geri Cusenza and John Sebastian in California, Sebastian Professional was built on the belief that hair is an art form without boundaries. Over five decades, the brand has repeatedly disrupted professional salon care by creating entirely new product categories. By pairing high-performance botanical oils and micro-resins with lightweight polymer matrices, Sebastian formulations allow colorists, stylists, and clients to shape, sculpt, re-mold, and treat hair without stiffness, greasiness, or product buildup.

The Iconic Sebastian Shaper Hairspray Matrix

Sebastian revolutionized finishing sprays by introducing formulas flexible enough to brush through without flaking, yet robust enough to lock editorial silhouettes against high humidity:

  • Sebastian Shaper (Original): The iconic light-to-medium working spray. Delivers touchable, brushable hold with a satiny finish that can be layered during hot-tool styling without sticking or burning.
  • Sebastian Shaper Plus+: Canada's benchmark 24-hour humidity-resistant spray. Provides extra-firm hold with immediate memory lock while maintaining a natural, non-crunchy texture that brushes clean at the end of the day.
  • Sebastian Shaper Fierce: Maximum-hold precision spray engineered for architectural updos, runway control, and zero-budge hold under extreme humidity.
  • Sebastian Re-Shaper: A humidity-resistant, strong-hold working spray that remains moldable and workable for on-the-fly style transformations.
  • Sebastian Shaper ShineSpritz: Non-aerosol luminous finishing mist that laminates the cuticle for brilliant reflectivity without wet collapse.

Core Care & Repair Regimens

Healthy, responsive hair is the essential foundation for creative styling. Sebastian delivers targeted clinical care lines designed for high-stress daily styling:

  • Dark Oil Collection (Silky Shine & Weightless Body): Powered by DiffusX technology, this precious blend of natural sandalwood, cedarwood, and argan oil penetrates the hair cuticle from within before evaporating on the surface. Hair receives deep lipid replenishment, diamond shine, and double the smoothness without any oily residue or loss of natural movement.
  • Penetraitt Active Rescue System: Clinically developed for chemically over-processed, bleached, and heat-traumatized hair. Penetraitt's protein-rich active repair complex reinforces the internal hair fiber, fortifying fragile strands against breakage and restoring tensile elasticity.
  • Drench Deep Hydration: Formulated with intense moisture-binding agents, Drench quenches parched, coarse, and unruly hair, detangling instantly while shielding colour vibrancy from thermal stress.
  • Volupt Weightless Volume: Utilizes cushioning particle technology to boost volume at the root and plump the hair shaft without drying alcohol or stiff polymers.

Pioneering Texture, Definition & Moldable Sculpting

  • Potion 9 Wearable Treatment: The original leave-in hybrid styler infused with 9 restorative botanical extracts (jojoba, safflower, evening primrose, babassu, and sesame oils). Restores moisture, enhances natural curl pattern, protects against environmental stressors, and provides flexible, brushable memory.
  • Craft Clay Texturizer: Formulated with natural earth minerals to create rugged, matte texture with flexible, remoldable hold and zero greasy sheen.
  • Microweb Fiber Elastic Texturizer: Unique remoldable fibrous web that builds weightless, pliable separation and definition for short-to-medium lengths.
  • Thickify Foam & Mousse Forte: Weightless liquid-to-foam body builders that expand fine strands for full-bodied blowouts or define bouncy, frizz-free curls with thermal protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Sebastian Shaper and Shaper Plus+?

Sebastian Shaper is a medium-hold working spray designed for brushable, touchable styling and layering while heat-styling. Sebastian Shaper Plus+ provides extra-firm, 24-hour humidity resistance designed to lock finished styles firmly in place in damp climates while still brushing out cleanly at night.

How do you use Sebastian Potion 9 for best results?

Apply Potion 9 to damp hair as a leave-in treatment styler before blow-drying or air-drying to restore moisture, tame frizz, and build soft control. You can also smooth a dime-sized amount through dry hair to re-hydrate ends, define curls, and refresh texture between washes.

Will Sebastian Dark Oil weigh down fine hair?

No. Sebastian Dark Oil utilizes proprietary DiffusX technology that allows the argan, sandalwood, and cedarwood oils to penetrate deep into the hair shaft, vanishing from the surface within seconds. It leaves hair exceptionally shiny and silky with zero heavy film or greasy residue.

How often should I use the Sebastian Penetraitt Rescue Repair Mask?

For severely damaged, bleached, or heat-fatigued hair, use the Penetraitt Mask once or twice weekly in place of conditioner. After cleansing with Penetraitt Shampoo, remove excess moisture, distribute through lengths and ends, leave on for 3 to 5 minutes, and rinse thoroughly.

Are Sebastian Professional shampoos and conditioners safe for colour-treated hair?

Yes. Sebastian care systems—including Dark Oil, Penetraitt, Drench, and Volupt—are formulated to protect colour integrity, maintain optimal moisture balance, and safeguard against thermal and environmental oxidation.

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