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REF Stockholm is a Swedish professional hair care brand with over 25 years of salon heritage, built on the philosophy that high-performance hair care should be for every hair and for everyone. All formulas are 100% vegan, developed on a Nature + Science approach that pairs carefully selected organic botanicals — Grapefruit Oil, Coconut Oil, Bergamot, Camellia Oil, Quinoa Protein — with professional-grade styling and care actives. Available at Zennkai — Canada's lowest professional prices. Shop online or visit our six Metro Vancouver locations.

REF Stockholm is a Swedish professional hair care brand with over 25 years of salon heritage, built on the philosophy that high-performance hair care should be for every hair and for everyone. All formulas are 100% vegan, developed on a Nature + Science approach that pairs carefully selected organic botanicals — Grapefruit Oil, Coconut Oil, Bergamot, Camellia Oil, Quinoa Protein — with professional-grade styling and care actives. Available at Zennkai — Canada's lowest professional prices. Shop online or visit our six Metro Vancouver locations.

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REF Stockholm Styling Essentials Bundle

$102.95 CAD
$121.85 CAD

REF Stockholm Intense Hydrate Bundle

$122.95 CAD
$144.85 CAD

REF Stockholm Weightless Volume Bundle

$127.95 CAD
$150.85 CAD

REF Stockholm AHA Scalp Detox Treatment

$60.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Frizz Tamer N°130

$36.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Weightless Volume Shampoo

$44.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Weightless Volume Conditioner

$44.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Weightless Volume Refreshing Mousse

$44.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Intense Hydrate Shampoo

$44.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Intense Hydrate Conditioner

$44.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Intense Hydrate Masque

$54.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Dry Shampoo Paste N°205

$37.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Fiber Mousse N°345

$44.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Get It Straight N°421

$39.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Leave-in Serum

$44.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Heat Protection N°230

$39.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Shine Elixir

$54.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Ocean Mist N°303

$39.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Curl Power N°244

$39.95 CAD

REF Stockholm Shaper Wax N°424

$37.95 CAD
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REF Stockholm AHA Scalp Detox Treatment

A NEW STANDARD IN SCALP CARE

Healthy hair starts at the scalp — and no shampoo alone can fully address the buildup, cellular congestion, and microbiome imbalance that accumulate there over time. The REF Stockholm AHA Scalp Detox Treatment is a professional-grade scalp treatment designed for both in-salon and at-home use, built around six clinically developed active systems that work simultaneously to exfoliate, rebalance, soothe, and strengthen.

 

At the centre of the formula is AHA 50 — a proprietary blend of alpha hydroxy acids including Glycolic, Lactic, Malic, Tartaric, and Citric Acids, reinforced by botanical AHA sources from Lemon, Apple, Sugar Cane, Myrtle, and Grape. This multi-acid complex delivers gentle chemical exfoliation that removes dead skin cells, product buildup, and sebum congestion at the scalp surface — the foundation for everything that follows.

 

Procapil® — a patented complex of Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Apigenin, and Oleanolic Acid — addresses the hair follicle directly: strengthening the hair's protein structure, stimulating follicle circulation, and supporting reduced hair loss at the root level. Scalposine (Sarcosine) rebalances the scalp microbiome and improves scalp comfort, reducing the Malassezia yeast overgrowth that drives chronic dandruff. Zanthalene (Sichuan Pepper Extract) soothes scalp itchiness by calming the nerve response to irritation. Frescolat (Menthyl Lactate) delivers the immediate, distinctive cooling sensation that signals the treatment is working. A prebiotic ferment complex — Lactobacillus Ferment and Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate — supports long-term scalp microbiome and skin barrier health.

 

The integrated scalp brush applicator stimulates circulation and enhances absorption simultaneously, making every application more effective than product alone. Suitable for all hair types and all scalp concerns — oiliness, dryness, dandruff, itchiness, buildup, or early hair thinning. Use before or after shampoo depending on the concern. 

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ABOUT REF STOCKHOLM

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The Swedish Professional Brand Built for Every Hair

REF Stockholm was founded in Sweden over 25 years ago with a clear principle: professional-grade hair care should work for every hair type, every texture, and everyone. The brand's formulas are built on a Nature + Science philosophy — pairing carefully selected organic botanical ingredients with the performance actives required to deliver professional results at home.

 

Every product in the REF Stockholm range includes the Strengthening Quinoa Protein — a complete amino acid complex sourced from quinoa seed extract that deposits at the hair surface to reinforce structure, improve elasticity, and support healthy hair through every wash and styling step. Every wash and care product also carries the REF Colour Preserve System — a UV and free-radical protective complex built around Sunflower Seed Extract that shields colour-treated hair from the photo-oxidative fade that dulls colour between appointments.

 

REF Stockholm's styling products use the unique N° performance system — a numerical scale that indicates exactly how much hold, shine, and volume each product delivers, so stylists and consumers can select with precision. No guessing. No surprises.

 

All REF Stockholm formulas are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. The brand is a globally trusted professional name in Scandinavia and across Europe — and now available at Zennkai, Metro Vancouver's professional hair care retailer.

25+ YEARS Heritage

100% VEGAN

N° SYSTEM Precision

FOR EVERY HAIR

FOR EVERY HAIR

REF Stockholm for Metro Vancouver Hair — Why It Works Here

REF Stockholm's formulations were developed in the Nordic climate — and they perform exceptionally well in Metro Vancouver's coastal conditions for the same reasons. Coastal humidity is the primary daily driver of frizz, cuticle lift, and style collapse for Metro Vancouver hair. REF Stockholm's humidity-resistant styling polymers — from the Dimethicone Crosspolymer in the Get It Straight N°421 to the Polyquaternium-68 fibers in the Fiber Mousse N°345 — are built to maintain style definition through atmospheric moisture rather than collapsing under it. Fine hair in Metro Vancouver's damp climate picks up atmospheric weight through the day. The Weightless Volume collection's sulfate-free shampoo, lightweight conditioner, and rice starch-based Refreshing Mousse address fine hair's volume loss from the wash step through the styling step. Metro Vancouver's hard water creates mineral deposits on the hair shaft that reduce the effectiveness of conditioning and treatment actives. The AHA Scalp Detox Treatment's exfoliation complex removes buildup at the scalp level, creating the clean, receptive foundation for every product that follows.

6 METRO VANCOUVER LOCATIONS

FAQ

Where can I buy REF Stockholm in Canada?

REF Stockholm is available at Zennkai — Metro Vancouver's professional hair care retailer with six locations across Metro Vancouver and online shipping across Canada. Zennkai is an authorized REF Stockholm retailer offering Canada's lowest professional prices.

Is REF Stockholm available at other retailers in Canada?

REF Stockholm is a newer brand in the Canadian market. Zennkai is one of the first authorized Canadian retailers to carry the full REF Stockholm range in-store and online.

Is REF Stockholm vegan?

Yes. All REF Stockholm formulas are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.

What is the REF N° system?

REF Stockholm's styling products use a unique numerical performance system that tells you exactly how much hold, shine, and volume each product delivers on a scale. This allows you to select a styling product with precision — whether you want maximum hold with minimal volume (Get It Straight N°421) or a soft, lightweight mousse with body-building fibers (Fiber Mousse N°345).

What is the REF Colour Preserve System?

The REF Colour Preserve System is a proprietary UV and free-radical protective complex included in all REF Stockholm wash and care products. It is built around Sunflower Seed Extract and a UV-absorbing polymer that together shield colour-treated hair from the photo-oxidative fade that reduces colour vibrancy between appointments.

What is the best REF Stockholm product for fine hair?

The Weightless Volume collection — Shampoo, Conditioner, and the award-winning Weightless Volume Refreshing Mousse — was specifically designed for fine and thin hair. The Refreshing Mousse is particularly distinctive: applied to dry hair between washes, it absorbs oil with Rice Starch while building volume simultaneously. For styling fine hair, the Fiber Mousse N°345 uses heat-activated Polyquaternium-68 fibers to add genuine body without weight.

What is the best REF Stockholm product for the scalp?

The AHA Scalp Detox Treatment is REF Stockholm's most clinically comprehensive scalp product — a professional-grade treatment with six active systems addressing exfoliation, microbiome balance, sebum regulation, itchiness, hair strengthening, and cooling comfort. It includes an integrated scalp brush applicator and can be used before or after shampooing. See our Scalp Health hub → for the complete scalp diagnostic.

What is the REF Stockholm Signature Collection?

The Signature Collection is REF Stockholm's premium product tier, enriched with exclusive ingredients including Camellia Japonica Oil (Tsubaki), Organic Coconut Oil, and Peach Extract. It currently includes the Shine Elixir, the Leave In Serum, and the Detangling Spray. Both the Shine Elixir and Leave In Serum are available at Zennkai.

Does REF Stockholm work for curly hair?

Yes. The Curl Power N°244 is specifically formulated for wavy and curly hair, using an amphoteric VP/DMAPA Acrylates Copolymer hold system for flexible, humidity-resistant curl definition without cast or crunch. The Intense Hydrate collection also works well on curly hair, which typically requires more moisture than straight hair types.

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