Pureology Style + Protect On The Rise Root Lifting Mousse For Flat and Color Treated Hair Provides Medium Control and Volume, Sulfate-Free and Vegan
Adds body from root to tip and protects color treated hair from fading, heat damage and environmental stressors.
★★★★★
$34
Style Protect On The Rise Root Lifting Mousse
We have all been there: you spend time washing and styling your hair, only for it to fall flat within an hour. Flat roots are the enemy of a great hairstyle, making even freshly washed hair look tired and lifeless. While many products promise volume, few can target the problem exactly where it starts—the scalp.
This is where the Style Protect On The Rise Root Lifting Mousse sets itself apart. It isn’t just a foam you rake through your ends; it is a precision tool designed to elevate your style from the base up. As a medium-control spray mousse, it offers the perfect balance of hold and flexibility, ensuring your hair stands tall without feeling stiff or sticky.
In this guide, we dive deep into how this root lifting mousse works, the technology behind its lifting power, and how you can use it to achieve salon-worthy volume at home.
The Science of Root Elevation
Why do roots fall flat? Often, it is a combination of gravity, natural oils weighing down the hair shaft, and using heavy products that slide down the hair fiber.
The Style Protect On The Rise Root Lifting Mousse combats this with a unique delivery system. Unlike traditional aerosol mousses that dispense a giant puff of foam into your hand, this product features a directional nozzle. This allows you to spray the mousse directly onto the root area.
Once applied, the formula expands slightly to lift the hair away from the scalp. It creates a scaffolding of support that adds body and shine from the root to the top, ensuring your volume lasts all day.
Key Benefits
- Targeted Application: The spray nozzle allows for precise placement at the roots, avoiding product overload on the lengths.
- Medium Control: Provides enough grip to hold the lift in place but remains flexible enough for your hair to move naturally.
- High Shine Finish: Unlike many texturizing sprays that leave a matte or dull finish, this mousse leaves hair glossy and healthy-looking.
- Color Protection: Formulated with the exclusive AntiFade Complex® to protect color-treated hair from UV damage and fading.
- Heat Protection: Shields delicate roots from the high heat of blow dryers.
Ingredients That Lift and Protect
This medium-control spray mousse leverages high-performance ingredients to deliver results without compromising hair health.
| Ingredient | Role | Benefit to Hair |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetable Protein | Strengthening | Penetrates the hair fiber to reinforce strength, helping strands stand taller and resist breakage. |
| Vitamin E | Antioxidant | Protects the scalp and hair from environmental stressors like pollution and free radicals. |
| AntiFade Complex® | Color Care | A blend of sunflower seed oil and UV filters that preserves the vibrancy of your hair color. |
| Styling Polymers | Hold & Structure | Creates a flexible net around the hair shaft to lock in volume and shape. |
How to Use for Maximum Volume
To get the most out of your Style Protect On The Rise Root Lifting Mousse, technique is everything. Follow this step-by-step routine for gravity-defying hair.
1. The Foundation
Start with a volumizing wash routine. We recommend pairing this mousse with the Pureology Pure Volume Shampoo and Conditioner to remove heavy buildup before you start styling.
2. Section and Spray
Towel dry your hair so it is damp but not dripping.
- Part your hair into sections using a comb or your fingers.
- Shake the can well.
- Hold the can 2-3 inches away from your head and spray the mousse directly onto the roots of each section.
3. Massage
Use your fingertips to gently massage the product into the scalp. This ensures even distribution and prevents “crunchy spots.”
4. The Blow Dry
This product is heat-activated.
- Flip your head upside down and rough dry the roots to encourage lift.
- For a polished look, use a round brush. Pull the hair upward away from the scalp while directing the heat at the roots.
5. Finish Strong
Once your hair is dry and voluminous, lock it in with a light mist of Pureology Lock It Down Hairspray to ensure it withstands humidity.
Real Customer Reviews: What Users Are Saying
The Style Protect On The Rise Root Lifting Mousse has become a favorite for those with fine or thinning hair. Here is a summary of common feedback:
- “Finally, Lift That Lasts”: Many users comment that unlike other products that fall flat after an hour, this mousse keeps their roots lifted throughout the workday.
- Non-Sticky Feel: A recurring praise is the texture. Customers love that it doesn’t leave their roots feeling greasy or like they have “helmet hair.”
- Precision Nozzle: Users appreciate the spray format, noting it is much less messy than traditional foam mousses that get all over your hands.
- Great for Bobs and Pixies: People with shorter hairstyles find it gives excellent structure and shape to their cuts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Here are the answers to the most common questions about this root-lifting hero.
1. Is this mousse only for fine hair?
While it is famous for transforming fine hair, it works on medium and thick textures too. Anyone looking for root elevation can benefit from this root lifting mousse.
2. Will it make my roots look greasy?
No. The formula is designed to be lightweight. As long as you don’t overspray (a little goes a long way), it absorbs cleanly and adds lift without oiliness.
3. Does it protect against heat damage?
Yes, it provides heat protection, which is crucial since blow-drying is required to activate the lift. It shields the hair fiber from thermal stress.
4. Can I use it on dry hair?
It is not recommended. Mousse needs moisture to absorb properly into the hair shaft and heat to set the volume. Using it on dry hair may result in a sticky, stiff texture.
5. Is it safe for color-treated hair?
Absolutely. It contains the AntiFade Complex®, specifically engineered to protect your hair color from fading and keeping it vibrant.
6. What is the difference between this and the Weightless Volume Mousse?
The On The Rise mousse is a spray mousse targeted specifically for the roots for vertical lift. The Weightless Volume Mousse is a traditional foam meant to be applied through the mid-lengths and ends for all-over body.
7. How much hold does it have?
It is a medium-control spray mousse. This means it has a stronger hold than a light texturizing spray but is softer than a hard-hold gel.
8. Does it contain sulfates?
No, the formula is sulfate-free, ensuring it is gentle on your scalp and hair natural oils.
9. Can I air dry with this product?
For the intended “root lifting” effect, you really need the heat of a blow dryer. If you air dry, you will get some texture, but you won’t achieve the same volume.
10. What does it smell like?
It features Pureology’s signature aromatherapy blend, often described as a luxurious mix of Tuberose, Almond Milk, and Cedarwood.
11. Will it dry out my scalp?
No. It includes Vitamin E and conditioning agents to ensure the scalp remains healthy and hydrated, even with regular use.
12. Can I use it with other products?
Yes. A popular cocktail is using this at the roots and applying Pureology Color Fanatic Multi-Tasking Leave-In Spray on the ends for moisture and detangling.
13. How do I prevent the nozzle from clogging?
If the spray becomes irregular, rinse the nozzle under warm water to dissolve any dried product. Always shake the can well before use.
14. Does it leave a white residue?
No. Once massaged in and dried, the product is invisible, leaving only volume and shine behind.
15. Is it vegan?
Yes, Style Protect On The Rise Root Lifting Mousse is 100% vegan and cruelty-free, containing no animal products or by-products.
