Curly hair in Boise is its own kind of project. Our dry high desert air pulls moisture out of every spiral, and the well water most of us deal with leaves behind buildup that flattens curl shape over time. Behind the chair at Sølvi, the question we field most from our curly and wavy clients is some version of "what should I actually be washing with?" More often than not, the answer is the Davines Love Curl Shampoo Refill Pouch. This guide walks through what it is, who it suits, how we use it, and where it falls short, so you can decide if it belongs in your shower.
What the Love Curl Shampoo actually is
Love Curl is part of Davines essential haircare line, built for waves, spirals, and coils. The refill pouch is the same shampoo you would buy in the bottle, just packaged in a flexible pouch you use to top off your existing bottle. It runs $56 at our downtown studio. The key ingredients are almond and olive extracts, which is what does the heavy lifting here. Almond helps soften and define the curl, and olive brings moisture to hair that tends to read as dry and frizzy in our climate. It is a curl-care system rather than a one-and-done product, meaning it is designed to work with the matching conditioner and the Love Curl cream.
Who it is for
This shampoo is a strong fit for curly, coily, and wavy textures that need hydration without heaviness. If your curls go limp or stringy when you use a rich, creamy shampoo, this one tends to clean and define without coating the hair. We reach for it most with clients whose curls have lost their bounce from hard water buildup or seasonal dryness. It is also a good choice if you want a defined, hydrated look but you are not interested in a ten-step curl routine. The almond and olive combination gives you definition from the wash step alone.
Who it is NOT for
We will be honest, because that is how we run things. If your scalp gets oily fast or you work out daily, the hydrating formula can feel like too much and you may need to wash more often than you would like. It is also not a clarifying shampoo. If you have heavy product buildup or you swim regularly, you will still want a deeper clarifying wash in your rotation every week or two. And at $56, it is a premium price. If you are not committed to a curl routine, a less expensive shampoo will do the basic job of cleaning your hair just fine.
How we use it at Sølvi
In the studio, we apply Love Curl to wet hair and focus the lather at the scalp rather than scrubbing the lengths, since the ends of curly hair are the most fragile part. We rinse, then follow with the matching Love Curl conditioner to lock in moisture. For styling, we work the Love Curl cream through damp hair and scrunch to bring out the spiral shape, then let it air dry or diffuse on low. The refill pouch is the practical part of the system. Once you find that Love Curl works for you, refilling your bottle costs less waste and less plastic than buying a new bottle every time. We keep the full line on our shelves because every product we stock is one our stylists genuinely use.
Getting the most out of it in our climate
Boise dryness fights you on curl. A few things we tell clients: do not over-wash, since stripping natural oils makes frizz worse in dry air. Use cool water on the final rinse to help the cuticle lay flat. And do not skip a leave-in or cream, because shampoo alone cannot hold moisture in through an Idaho summer afternoon. If your curls still feel parched no matter what you try at home, that is usually a sign you need a professional moisture treatment and a fresh look at your routine. That is something we can sort out in a quick consultation.
The bottom line
For curly, wavy, and coily hair that needs real hydration and definition, the Love Curl Shampoo Refill Pouch earns its spot. It is not a clarifying wash, it is not built for oily scalps, and the price is premium. But used as part of the Love Curl system, it gives our Boise clients defined, moisturized curls that hold up against our dry air. If you want to see how it works with your specific texture, take a look at our salon services or book an appointment at our studio at 104 S Capitol Blvd. We will get hands on your hair and build a routine that actually fits your curls.