ESSENCE Editors Review Cécred’s New Styling Collection

As beauty editors, we’ve tried countless hair products – the amazing, the mediocre, and the downright disappointing. But when Beyoncé’s brand, Cécred, drops a new collection, it feels like a special occasion for our hair. Following their initial Foundation and Protection lines, Cécred’s latest launch, The Styling Collection, promises healthy, high-performance results for your favorite looks.

A Collection for Every Style Need

Naturally, the six-product collection has found a permanent spot in our bathrooms. Each editor gravitated towards different products based on their unique hair needs and styling routines. From sleek bobs to protective styles and event-ready looks, we put Cécred’s new offerings to the test.

Read on to see what the ESSENCE style team thought of Cécred’s new Styling Collection!

Mecca Pryor, Style Writer: The Heat Protectant Pro

I’m absolutely obsessed with the Cécred Heat Glaze! After my stylist used it, a single pass with the blow dryer left my hair silky straight. There was barely any need for a flatiron afterward. Even when we did use heat, my hair felt fully protected thanks to this added layer.

Akili King, Senior Beauty & Fashion Editor: The Long-Lasting Hold

For my best friend’s wedding in New Orleans, I needed a style that could withstand the southern heat and humidity. I opted for a sleek, textured bubble ponytail, inspired by Beyoncé’s ‘Hold Up’ music video look. I used the new Cécred Wrap & Set Foam and Strong Hold Gel.

These products worked wonders, keeping the front of my hair super sleek, snatched, and perfectly in place all day long. I set my hair with the mousse and a brush, then finished with the gel to secure everything and lay my edges. The result? A flawless style that I’ll definitely recreate!

India Espy-Jones, Beauty Editor: The Scent-Sational Hairspray

I’m notoriously picky about hair products – I dislike heaviness, stickiness, and especially strong smells. Since I mostly wear braids, a high-performance hairspray is essential. Cécred’s Flexible Hold Hairspray was a revelation!

The first thing I noticed was the incredible scent – the brand’s signature Temple Oud aroma. It smells so good, it could double as a hair perfume! It’s humidity-resistant, offers heat protection, and combats frizz, which is a lifesaver for my natural coils between cornrows. The flexible hold keeps my styles looking fresh for longer.

Where to Find the Collection

Ready to try Cécred’s new Styling Collection for yourself? You can find the full range now on cecred.com and at Ulta. Give your hair the healthy, high-performance styling it deserves!