Cantu Weightless Smoothing Shampoo – £8.50
Let’s start with the shampoo, because that’s where I usually dread the drama—either it’s squeaky-clean and leaves my scalp tight, or it’s so moisturising it feels like I’ve still got product left in. Thankfully, this one sits in the sweet spot. It gives a thorough cleanse (yes, it foams), but it doesn’t strip. In fact, my curls felt softer than usual even before conditioner. It’s silicone- and sulphate-free, vegan, and infused with blue agave and shea butter, but doesn’t weigh hair down.
Perfect for: curlies who want clean hair without the crisp ends.
Cantu Weightless Smoothing Conditioner – £8.50
Conditioners can make or break a wash day—and this one gets it bang on. It’s light enough to rinse cleanly, but still coats the hair just enough to detangle without effort. Squalane is the star here, and you can feel the difference—my mid-lengths felt noticeably smoother, and there was zero frizz after diffusing.
The bonus? No heavy coating or build-up. You get slip, softness, and bounce without compromising volume.
Perfect for: anyone who needs moisture and detangling but hates that ‘coated’ feel.
Cantu Weightless Smooth + Curl Cream – £9
Right, this is the standout for me. I’ve tried enough curl creams to know that most of them go one of two ways—either they’re thick and suffocating or so light they do nothing. This one? Goldilocks levels of just right. It defines without stiffness and gives soft, bouncy curls that last for days. No crunch, no flaking, no stickiness.
The texture is lovely—smooth and creamy without feeling greasy. If you’re new to styling your curls, this is a brilliant one to start with. Bonus points for being lightweight enough to refresh with too.
Perfect for: soft definition, moisture and bounce—especially on wavy to curly hair.
Cantu Weightless Smooth + Hold Gel – £8
Gels are a gamble—but this one is the low-risk, high-reward kind. It’s light, offers a lovely medium hold, and doesn’t flake. I’ve worn it in everything from drizzly mornings to sweaty commutes and still come home with curls intact. You get that soft cast that can be scrunched out easily, and it never goes sticky or crispy.
If you’ve been put off gels because they feel like glue, this might be the one to change your mind.
Perfect for: frizz-prone hair that needs definition without stiffness.
Cantu Weightless Daily Leave-In – £9
This one might just be the most versatile product in the lot. First off, it’s heat-protective up to 250°C—rare for a leave-in. Second, it’s truly featherlight. The cream melts in with no residue, and it makes a huge difference to hydration levels, especially on second- or third-day hair. It claims 15 benefits, and for once, that’s not marketing fluff—my hair felt softer, stronger, and genuinely less frizzy.
It works beautifully for refresh days, under stylers, or even used alone for low-maintenance curls.
Perfect for: daily moisture, heat protection, and style refreshing—especially in humid conditions.
Final Verdict
This is not your standard “for curls” line that leaves type 3 and 4 hair begging for real moisture. Cantu’s Weightless collection delivers proper hydration without the weight. No flakes. No greasy roots. No drama.
If you’re looking for lightweight styling that still brings the hold, definition, and frizz control—this range is it. And the price point? You can get the whole line for under £45. Bargain.
Available now at Boots, Superdrug, and online at cantubeauty.co.uk