We tried Goldwell’s ranges to see if we could create salon-worthy hair at home – here’s what happened

GTG Editorial Director

Victoria Woodhall has fine, coloured hair that is prone to damage. She tried Goldwell’s Bond Pro range

Goldwell Bond Pro Fortifying Shampoo, £16

“Years of colouring, styling and hormonal changes have meant that my fine hair has become even more delicate and fragile. In-salon bonding treatments are a must for me, but my busy schedule means I can’t have them as frequently as I would like, and my hair needs, so when I saw this shampoo, I knew it was the right match for me. The bonding element is taken care of by a mixture of peptides and amino acids that go straight into the hair cortex – the central part of a hair strand – forming ionic and hydrogen bonds that strengthen the hair from the inside out. On first use, the shampoo left my hair feeling really soft and smooth, and it smells delicious.” 

Goldwell Bond Pro Fortifying Conditioner, £17

“Conditioners aren’t always a triumph in my hair; if they’re too heavy, they can weigh it down and leave it looking flatter than when I started. This, however, was ideal. It hydrated and nourished my hair without leaving it looking and feeling lank. It contains the same bond-repairing ingredients, as well as a unique FadeStop formula, to prevent colour-fading (as does the shampoo). If your hair is prone to snapping, like mine, then this will give your hair what it needs.”

Goldwell Bond Pro Repair and Structure Spray, £19

“I don’t have the kind of hair that can just be left to its own air-drying devices; it needs the heat of a hairdryer or a hot-styling brush to get it smooth but also as bouncy as possible. However, I’m also cognisant of the damage heat can do. That’s where this spray comes in. Not only does it contain more of the bond-repairing amino acids, but also heat-protecting ingredients to protect, so I can style away with zero guilt. Thanks to its lightweight texture, it’s very easy to layer and combine with other styling products – I teamed it with a volumising mousse to give my hair body, and it didn’t weigh my it down at all.”

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Sarah-Jane Corfield-Smith has fine, frizz-prone highlighted blonde hair. Goldwell’s Blondes & Highlights range was the perfect fit

Goldwell Blondes & Highlights Anti-Yellow Shampoo, £16


“A purple-toned shampoo, to counteract yellow and brassy tones in coloured and highlighted hair, is an essential for blondes like me. Most of them sap the moisture out of the hair to the point where it feels like straw in the shower, but this felt hydrating instantly. It washed out really easily, without leaving any purple tint on my hair or scalp, has a lovely light scent and recreates that freshly coloured look at home.”

Goldwell Blondes & Highlights Anti-Yellow Conditioner, £17

“Just like the shampoo, this felt really hydrating and nourishing. I also loved how easy it is to squeeze the conditioner out of the oval-shaped bottle. I find lots of bottles quite fiddly to use in the shower, especially when you have wet hands, but this is perfectly ergonomic. The formula contains a clever Luminescine technology which transforms non-visible UV light into visible light making hair look shinier and glossier. After my first wash, I logged onto our weekly GTG team meeting, and everyone commented on how great my hair looked – coincidence? I think not.”

Goldwell Blondes & Highlights 60sec Treatment, £19

“As someone who has coloured their hair for over 20 years I know how important it is to use a conditioning mask to maintain the integrity and strength of my hair, and keep the colour locked in. But, in reality, who has the time? That’s where a clever product like this comes in. This purple-hued buttery conditioning mask only needs to be left on for 60 seconds (even I can manage that) before being rinsed off. I have been using it in place of the regular condition every third wash and also really enjoy using it after swimming to ensure my hair keeps hydrated and my blonde stays in tip-top shape.”

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Jemma Thompson has thick, Afro hair that’s prone to frizz, so gave Goldwell’s Just Smooth range a whirl

Goldwell Dualsenses Just Smooth Taming Shampoo, £16

“This gentle yet deeply cleansing shampoo helps to control and lift away any impurities. I love the fact that the scent alone transports me to a hairdresser’s chair, offering that in-salon experience from the comfort of my shower. The purifying formula helped to leave my hair looking refreshed, shiny, and detangled – and if you have colour-treated hair, it also helps to minimise  fading. As someone who only washes their hair every couple of weeks, this is a godsend for tackling tricky knots.”

Goldwell Dualsenses Just Smooth Taming Conditioner, £17

“With incredibly thick and tangle-prone Afro-textured hair, I must have a hardworking conditioner that helps improve its manageability. Enter this hydrating and smoothing conditioning treatment, which works to smooth the surface of hair and even out porosity, leaving you with exceptionally sleek hair that makes styling a breeze. I applied it to shampooed hair and left it on for 2-3 minutes for it to work its frizz-fighting magic.”

Goldwell Dualsenses Just Smooth 6 Effects Serum, £20

“I rarely come across a product that delivers salon-worthy results at home, and, let’s be real, I’m about as far from a hair pro as it gets. But this post-hair wash leave-in serum has truly given me a fighting chance (just look at that glossy shine!). Infused with moisturising kukui nut oil, known for its ability to smooth and tame hair structure, this all-in-one serum offers six impressive benefits, from anti-frizz to improved manageability, and so much more. Best of all, it provides humidity control, keeping frizz –my nemesi – firmly at bay!”

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Florence Scourdoulis has frizzy, fine and tightly curled hair and opted for the Goldwell Rich Repair range

Goldwell Dualsenses Rich Repair Restoring Shampoo, £16

“My curls tend to be easily dry and brittle, due to damage from regular swimming (as well as a bad balayage job). So this intensively reparative shampoo is a lifesaver: the clever IntraLipid Complex replaces the lipids that act as a protective, strengthening and moisturising layer — both deeply within hair structures and on the cuticle surface. The ultra-gentle, pearly shampoo gives your hair a thorough cleanse without stripping away moisture, and it doesn’t take much to whip up a luxurious lather scented with jasmine, sandalwood and tonka beans. Delicious.”

Goldwell Dualsenses Rich Repair Restoring Conditioner, £16

“The matching conditioner is supercharged with the same lipid-replenishing and colour-fade technology, which also helps to restore natural elasticity and reduce hair breakage. Indeed, the lightweight, silky cream glided through my comb much easier than usual — a relief for my tangle-prone curls. After drying, they looked so much healthier: noticeably shinier and softer, with tighter definition and less flyaway frizz. The nearest thing to a salon blow-dry on a midweek morning? It’s a yes from me.”

Goldwell Dualsenses Rich Repair Restoring 60Sec Treatment Mask, £19

“I can’t bear lengthy hair masks, so this hassle-free treatment is the real star of the show for me: you only need to use it once a week, and it rebuilds hair fibre by up to 100 per cent — in just one minute. The consistency is more buttery and elastic than the everyday conditioner, but again, it’s still not too heavy, so it didn’t weigh down my thin hair like some other intensive masks. My curls looked instantly swishier and bouncier afterwards. And, overall, I love how easy this repair range makes it to take care of your hair, in three easy steps. No more excuses!”