R+Co Candy Stripe Protect + Prep Detangling Spray — Lightweight Leave-In Detangler, Heat-Friendly

R+Co Candy Stripe Protect + Prep is a fast-absorbing, weightless leave-in spray that detangles, seals the cuticle, and shields hair from everyday mechanical and environmental stress.

Light enough for fine strands yet nourishing for thicker hair, Candy Stripe works as a stand-alone detangler or as a prepping layer before styling. The formula combines botanical extracts that smooth, hydrate, and improve manageability without leaving residue or heaviness.

How does Candy Stripe make wet or dry hair easier to manage?

The spray rapidly loosens knots and reduces friction along the hair shaft so combs and brushes glide through with less pulling. It creates a smoother surface by sealing raised cuticles, which decreases tangling and the chance of breakage during styling.

• Instant slip for effortless detangling
• Seals cuticle to reduce friction
• Lighthold to keep hair controlled without stiffness
• Quick-dry, non-greasy finish

Which ingredients deliver hydration and protection?

Candy Stripe combines extracts chosen for absorption, moisture retention, and defense against daily wear. Matcha and botanical extracts nourish and tame split ends while lightweight berry and cocoa components lock in hydration without weighing hair down.

• Matcha tea extract: detangling and cuticle-smoothing support
• Brazilian pink berry + cocoa: fast-absorbing hydration
• Edamame + sunflower: protect from environmental and mechanical stress
• Mint + Peruvian ginseng: improve manageability and fortify strands

Can it be used before heat styling or as part of a layered routine?

Yes — Candy Stripe is designed to sit comfortably under heat tools and other styling products as a prepping step. Its lightweight barrier helps reduce friction from brushes and irons while still allowing styling products to perform as intended.

• Apply to damp hair before blow-drying or polishing
• Layer under creams or hold sprays without adding weight
• Reapply lightly to dry hair for touch-ups or refresh
• Fast-absorbing formula reduces styling time

Is Candy Stripe suitable for colored or chemically treated hair?

The gentle, botanical-forward formula is compatible with color and most chemical services, offering extra slip and smoothing to help maintain finished styles. It doesn’t replace professional aftercare, but it supports hair integrity during daily styling and brushing.

• Safe as a daily leave-in for color-treated hair
• Helps reduce mechanical damage during brushing
• Doesn’t weigh hair down or leave heavy build-up

Who is this for? Candy Stripe is ideal for anyone seeking a lightweight yet effective leave-in detangler: those with fine hair who want slip without weight, thicker or textured hair that needs smoothing and manageability, and anyone who uses heat tools or color services and wants an extra protective, hydrating layer. Use it alone for quick detangling, or incorporate it into a multi-step styling routine to prep and protect strands from roots to ends.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua/Eau), C15-19 Alkane, Propanediol, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Pentylene Glycol, Lauryl Glucoside, Myristyl Glucoside, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Fragrance (Parfum), Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Tocopherol, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Hydroxypropylgluconamide, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate, Maltodextrin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tartaric Acid, Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Limonene