L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Hair Mask 8.5 oz
- Hair Type: Dry, Damaged
- Scent Name: bergamot, musk and mimosa.
- Liquid Volume: 8.5 fl oz
- Hair Conditioner Type: Hair Conditioning Mask
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A quick-contact repair mask built for medium to thick damaged hair, most effective when run alongside the rest of its own product line.
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ASIN: B099XMVSB1Category: Hair Masks
Overview
A rinse-out hair mask from L'Oréal Professionnel's Absolut Repair line, formulated with quinoa proteins for dry, damaged, medium to thick hair. Sold in an 8.5 fl oz tube meant for salon-style upkeep between visits.
This sits in the professional tier of L'Oréal's range rather than the mass-market shelf, which shows up in the short leave-in time (3 to 5 minutes) and the pairing logic: it is built to follow the Absolut Repair shampoo and precede the 10-in-1 oil, not to work alone. The brand's figures (77 percent less surface damage, 7x shine) come from testing the full system, so a solo mask user should expect a smaller version of that result.
- 8.5 fl oz professional-line mask
- Quinoa and protein complex
- 3 to 5 minute leave-in time
- Designed to pair with Absolut Repair shampoo and oil
Who it's for
Suits people with medium to thick hair that has been chemically or heat damaged and want a lightweight finish rather than a heavy butter-based mask. Fine or thin hair types are not the target texture here.
Pros and cons
- Fast 3 to 5 minute treatment time
- Lightweight finish suited to thicker hair
- Part of a documented salon repair system
- Reported gains reflect the full 3-step system, not the mask alone
- Not formulated for fine or thin hair
Performance notes
Quinoa proteins and a moisturizing base target the hair shaft in a short contact window, which is why the brand recommends sectioning and twisting hair while it sits rather than just combing it through. The lightweight formula avoids weighing hair down, at some cost to how deep a single application can penetrate versus a longer-sit mask.
Specifications
| Brand | L'Oréal Professionnel Paris |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 8.5 fl oz |
| Item Dimensions | 3.1 × 3.1 × 2.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Liquid Volume | 8.5 fl oz |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Features | Cruelty Free |
| Material Type Free | Soap Free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 8.5 fl oz |
| Package Type Name | Jar |
| Other details | |
| Hair Type | Dry, Damaged |
| Scent Name | bergamot, musk and mimosa. |
| Hair Conditioner Type | Hair Conditioning Mask |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Item Form | Cream |
| Product Benefits | Strengthening hair treatment mask for damaged hair that provides hydration, hair repair, and shine. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Dry Hair,Leave In |
| Additional Features | damaged |
| Active Ingredients | Lactic_acid |
Frequently asked questions
Is this mask made for fine hair?
No, L'Oreal formulates it for medium to thick hair; it is not the recommended texture for fine or thin strands.
How long do I leave the L'Oreal Absolut Repair Mask in?
The brand's instructions call for 3 to 5 minutes on shampooed, towel-dried hair before rinsing.
Do I need the rest of the Absolut Repair line for it to work?
It works as a standalone mask, but L'Oreal's shine and damage-reduction figures were measured using the full shampoo-mask-oil system.