Elseve · Reviewed by Tamires Maia · Published 2026-03-26
Based on a review by Tamires Maia (accessed 2026-03-26).
Based on this review alone: buy it if you care about adds significant volume to hair — just accept not suitable for very wet hair; works best on damp hair.
The reviewer was very pleased with the Elseve Collagen Lifter styling cream, giving it a "10 out of 10." She found it delivered on its promise of loose, voluminous hair with good movement and bounce, along with surprising softness and silkiness, despite not being specifically designed for frizz control in curly hair.
The reviewer, a hairdresser and curly hair specialist, tests the Elseve Collagen Lifter styling cream, which is marketed for thinning and volumeless hair. She assesses its promises of adding volume and discusses its texture, application, and final results on her hair, including its impact on volume, softness, and frizz.
The Elseve Collagen Lifter styling cream is highly recommended for those seeking voluminous, soft, and bouncy hair. This lightweight cream effectively delivers good volume and movement while imparting amazing softness and silkiness, gliding smoothly through hair without leaving a rough texture. However, it's best applied to damp hair, not dripping wet, and while it promises frizz-free volume, the reviewer noted that specific styling techniques might be needed for complete frizz control. If your priority is achieving significant volume, softness, and movement with a lightweight feel, this product is an excellent choice. If you strictly follow No Poo/Low Poo methods due to its composition or require absolute frizz elimination without additional styling, you may need to consider alternative options.
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Elseve claims instrumental tests show the Collagen Lifter line provides results from the first use, comparing the shampoo, conditioner, and styling cream against a traditional line.
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The reviewer quotes Elseve's claim that the Collagen Lifter routine is enriched with plant-based collagen peptides that mimic natural collagen, promising volume, mass rebuilding, and fuller, thicker hair in three dimensions (root, length, ends).
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The reviewer states the product package contains 250 ml of styling cream.
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The reviewer observes the product comes in standard Elseve dispensing nozzle packaging and has a characteristic Elseve scent (citrus with a hint of floral), which she finds delicious.
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The reviewer describes the product's texture as medium, not super thick, slowly dripping but becoming lighter when spread. She notes it's soft and doesn't disappear from the hand or hair upon application.
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Based on the product's lighter, more fluid texture, the reviewer recommends applying the cream to damp hair, cautioning against use on very wet or dry hair for proper spreading and effectiveness.
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The reviewer demonstrates applying a generous amount of the styling cream to her damp hair, scrunching and stimulating it as part of her routine to maximize volume.
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Immediately after application, the reviewer feels an emollient and conditioning effect, noting the product glides smoothly through her hair, making strands feel very lubricated.
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The reviewer identifies liquid paraffin and mineral oil in the product's composition as likely contributors to its smooth, gliding feel, noting that this makes it incompatible with No Poo/Low Poo techniques.
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The reviewer confirms that she observed a volume effect in her hair after using the styling cream, noting her hair felt loose and had good volume.
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The reviewer observes that while her hair had definition, some frizz was present. She attributes this to her curly hair type and finishing technique, noting the product is for all hair types, not specifically curly hair frizz control.
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The reviewer explains that her chosen finishing technique does not prioritize frizz control, and suggests that using methods like finger coiling would likely lead to better frizz reduction, emphasizing user technique impacts results.
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The reviewer confirms the product added volume to her hair, describing the volume quality as "really good," with her hair feeling very loose, having a lot of movement, and bounce.
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The reviewer highlights the amazing softness and silkiness provided by the cream, explaining that unlike some volumizing products that create texture, this one achieves volume through its lightweight formula while other active ingredients ensure lubrication and softness.
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The reviewer suggests the product might not be the best for very porous hair due to its lightweight nature, as it may not sufficiently control dryness unless volume is the primary goal.
The reviewer, who prefers voluminous hair, confirmed that the styling cream delivered on its promise, providing "really good" quality volume. She noted her hair felt very loose, had a lot of movement, and good bounce after using the product. She rated it 10/10 for achieving this result.
The reviewer described the cream's texture as medium-light, becoming lighter when spread, providing an immediate emollient and conditioning effect that made her hair feel very lubricated. She emphasized that the "softness and silkiness were amazing" and the product added volume through its lightness rather than creating a rough, textured feel.
The reviewer noted that while her hair had definition, some frizz was still present. She clarified that the product is for all hair types and her chosen finishing technique does not focus on frizz control. She suggested that specific techniques like finger coiling would likely achieve better frizz reduction.
The reviewer recommended applying the cream to hair that is "more damp," explaining that its lighter, more viscous texture means it might feel ineffective or wash away if hair is dripping wet. Conversely, she stated it's "not for use with dry hair," requiring some water for proper spreading.
The reviewer explicitly stated that the cream contains liquid paraffin and mineral oil in its composition. She advised followers of No Poo/Low Poo techniques to be aware that this product is not compatible with those methods, although she noted it does not diminish the product's quality otherwise.
The reviewer immediately recognized the scent as typical of Elseve products, describing it as a "characteristic scent" with a "citrus scent with a hint of floral." She personally found it "quite delicious" and "very nice."
The reviewer suggested the product "might not be the best product for very porous hair" because, despite containing mineral oil and liquid paraffin, it remains a lightweight product not primarily designed to control dryness. However, she noted it could still be beneficial for those with highly porous hair who prioritize volume.
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Tamires Maia, a hairdresser specializing in curly hair, reviews the Elseve Collagen Lifter styling cream, a product designed for thinning and volumeless hair. She examines the cream's claims of adding volume and rebuilding hair mass, noting it contains collagen peptides and works through deposition to thicken hair strands. Maia demonstrates the product's application on damp hair and evaluates the final results, highlighting its ability to provide volume, movement, and softness without a heavy texture. She ultimately rates the product 10/10, praising its lightweight feel and conditioning properties, though she notes its limited frizz control for curly hair.
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