Everybody has experienced the thrill of trying a new hair care product that claims to change their locks. I recently learned about a treatment that looked too good to be true called the "Cold hair restoration Malecula Cortex restoration system." I was intrigued but also dubious because the promises of deep restoration, better texture, and overall healthier hair were made.
Over the years, I’ve tried a ton of products; some have worked wonders, and others have disappointed me. Given that this particular product makes the claim to restore hair from the inside out, I felt compelled to share my experience with it this time. Could this really make a difference, I wondered, or would it just end up on my list of unimpressive hair treatments?
I’ll go into detail about my testing of the Malecula Cortex restoration system in this article. I’ll be honest about whether the product lived up to the hype, starting with the texture and ending with how my hair felt after the treatment. Warning: This wasn’t my first impression at all!
- First impression. Packaging
- Second impression. Contents
- Impression three. Effect
- Aftertaste and the second procedure
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First impression. Packaging
Upon opening the packaging, the set appears vague at first. One the one hand, there are stunning, elegant bottles composed of sturdy plastic, with a pleasing color combination, a large number written on each step, and a membrane sealing the neck. It is immediately apparent that no one has opened anything before me, so there was no contact with air, which is a definite plus.
However, when wet hands are used, the smooth, hard plastic slides, making it difficult and inconvenient to pick up the desired amount of the product. Furthermore, the products themselves are dense and thick, which further complicates usage. Dispensers are obviously needed, but none of the branded ones in the assortment caught my eye, and none of mine showed up in terms of diameter or length.
Furthermore, the vial lids are composed of a delicate material that resembles plastic, in contrast to the vials’ own material. The bottle containing the irreversible cream broke its lid on the first day after slipping out of my moist hands and falling to the ground from a height of one meter. And that’s already a definite negative. It is now up to the dispensers to determine what works best for these bottles despite their unwavering requests.
I currently have two bottles inverted thanks to the benefit of the lid (the third is broken and leaks). However, this package also has the drawback of being unstable, always trying to topple over. However, it does not occupy much room on the shelf.
A misaligned label on the rear and scant usage information further damaged the impression. Everything appears straightforward at first glance—"apply to hair, stepping back from the roots"—but how much should be taken? What is the appropriate substrate to mask ratio? Empirical research is required to determine this.
In general, the packaging and description are worth a C. Aesthetics (if you do not take into account the crookedly glued labels) clearly prevail over functionality here, the lack of dispensers and flimsy lids set you up for the fact that the contents of these packages may turn out to be just as ill-conceived, unbalanced in action and of low quality.
Second impression. Contents
Thus, the initial impression of the set was doubtful and unenthusiastic. Fortunately, however, the bottle filling proved to be of far higher quality than the packaging.
Let’s get right to the usage procedure. I was already ecstatic right here! If you exclude the issues and uncertainties surrounding the packaging, that is.
The procedure has 3 stages, but in fact there are 4, since the first stage is shampoo. But it is not included in the kit, so I took the basic cleansing "undressing" shampoo to wash away the film of care from the hair. Since this was the first use, I did not risk taking a deep cleansing shampoo. Still, the brand was previously unfamiliar to me, there are no reviews of this complex on the Internet, and it is not always possible to tell from the composition what effect it will have on the hair. That is why Kaaral K-05 was used to prevent hair loss. It cleanses quite delicately, washes away excess accumulated care, but does not strip the hair completely – what you need.
I shampooed my hair twice as usual, thoroughly rinsed it, and covered it with a towel to absorb extra moisture and prevent it from dripping when applying makeup. The hair was obviously missing something, and the sensations were mediocre without the customary mask or balm.
I took the first bottle, Amino Basic – 1 step, as soon as the extra water was absorbed.
I started by dividing the hair into four sections and applied. I did not become greedy and took a portion the size of a walnut for two zones because the product’s amount and application density are not stated.
Oh, the things I said to the packaging! The second portion was a punishment if receiving the first portion was still deemed to be fairly normal. When hands are inside the product, the bottle slides without squeezing. Before the second use, I made a self-promise to locate a dispenser.
However, there have been no complaints about the base itself. Easy to apply, medium density texture, discreet salon scent, does not flow during the process. flows freely through the hair, envelops the hair partially, absorbs the hair partially, and does not flow at all. There is slippage, but it doesn’t feel siliconeous.
I used a wooden comb to comb my hair after gently untangling it with my fingers because it glides smoothly and doesn’t tear the hair, even though it conditions the hair a little. The rating is 5+ for consistency, application, and smell; no issues were raised.
I then covered my hair with a hat and carried on with my day. It took me probably twenty minutes to realize that I should have applied the next step, so I was unable to adhere to the suggested timings.
Applying the 2-step Enrichment mask is the next step.
The mask’s appearance is similar to that of the base; it is creamy, white, thick, and rich. However, it spreads easily over hair and has a silicone-like, slippery feel to it.
The protein base partially absorbed into the hair in 20 minutes, allowing the mask to be applied without risk of product leakage. And I chastise the packaging once more! The smooth, hard plastic of the silicone mask simply slides out of your hands, making it impossible to press the bottle with your hands inside. I had to wash the bottle and my hands, then transfer the necessary amount into a bowl and apply.
The product is very easy to layer and leaves my hair looking much more conditioned; I had no trouble at all combing it out with a comb. Even when applied liberally, it doesn’t flow; the scent is subtle, salon-like, and unmistakably distinct from the base. However, the scents don’t clash, irritate, or suffocate at the same time.
I covered my hair with a hat once more, but this time I chose to use a thermal cap set to 40 degrees, which is the temperature that works best for both my hair and me. It does not adversely affect my porous, erratic hair, but it does make it easier for products to penetrate the structure of my hair. I switched on the heat shield and took a seat to read a book. After thirty minutes, I woke up and realized I had to wash the mask off. I left it on for precisely twice as long as the packaging suggested, and there were no negative effects.
I removed the products using warm water and skipped the shampoo. At this point, the fun really started: when the silicone slipperiness of the mask was removed, the hair felt nourished and silky, akin to algae but also denser and more elastic. The ends did not stick to one another, become tangled, or knot easily when you ran your fingers through them. It was a very nice feeling, especially since the ends have been requesting a haircut for a few months now.
I just wrapped my hair in a towel to absorb extra water; I didn’t apply anything else. After about ten minutes, I took the third bottle. This one—a 500 ml leave-in cream—was the one that confused me the most. A half-liter of infusion! You might lose your mind.
This stage is known as a leave-in membrane by the manufacturer. Three steps: leave in membrane.
I’ll be critical of the packaging once more, but at least this time it’s easier to obtain a portion and you don’t need a lot of product. And this much music for a leave-in. It is necessary to hold the bottle upside down in order to obtain a portion; otherwise, you will need to shake it.
The leave-in membrane has the consistency of a traditional light white cream, is easy to apply and distribute, absorbs fast, and doesn’t leave a film on hair. If you don’t overdo it, it conditions nicely and doesn’t weigh you down.
The photo makes the difference in product thickness very evident. The first phase, which is the liquidest, is at the bottom; the mask and cream are slightly higher.
The leave-in is still lighter to the touch and somewhat jelly-like, which is why it does not spread even though the mask appears more liquid.
It should be used like any other leave-in; for my hair, you need to use a portion that is marginally smaller than a hazelnut. Once more, the question is why pack it in this much volume. It will last for a few years even with regular use. Granted that this line is primarily intended for salons, where consumption is likely to be higher, the set’s ratio is still a little odd.
As usual, I damp my hair before applying the leave-in membrane and blow-drying it with warm air.
This brings us to the next delicious part: even without further styling, the hair dries slowly and stays cool while remaining thick, nourished, and dense. I rarely experience this so that I can take care of all my hair’s needs at once and so that one product—in this case, one procedure—offers the ideal balance of hydration, nutrition, restoration, and aesthetics. Usually, the only way I can achieve this kind of result is by switching up my leave-in products and masks on a regular basis between multiple brands.
The manufacturer advises using the membrane independently from the complex’s rinsed products in order to preserve the benefits of the cold recovery process. I can state with confidence that this is a very good leave-in conditioner for porous hair, even though I’m not sure if using it extends the effect of the entire complex.
It does not conflict with the care of other brands, does not weigh down or stick the hair together, conditions well, slightly masks white spots on the ends and generally behaves great. And if you estimate the cost (1100 rubles for 500 ml.), then buying a bottle for two with a friend will be very profitable.
I’ve come up with a new use for a leave-in membrane for myself: a night mask. I apply a bit more liberally than normal, wait for my hair to dry, braid it, and then head to bed. I always wash my hair in the morning. I’ve found that using this method thickens hair well and makes it easier to manage, even after washing. Additionally, since there isn’t time to leave the mask on for an extended period of time in the morning, this use helps to seal the weak points of the rinse-off care.
Impression three. Effect
Now let’s talk about the procedure’s actual impact and first-hand observations using the set.
The entire effect surpassed my expectations. In addition to being nourished and moisturized, the hair also has white spots covered up and rendered nearly invisible. Without any extra styling, the canvas is laid out as a single unit, hair to hair, and is simply dried with warm air before being braided at night. I combed and unbraided my hair in the morning, and as you can see, it’s smoother and more likely to straighten. I’m happy that the hair is smooth and free of fluff!
The fact that the ends are untangled and do not crunch, that white dots are not visible, and that the split ends have not disappeared—rather, they are much less noticeable and do not interfere with life—are the things that matter most to me. Perfectly combed hair is free of knots and tangles.
Cold repair Malefica After using the Cortex restoration system for the first time, I had nothing but positive impressions. I experienced hydration without fluffiness, nutrition without weighting, density without stiffness, and a reduction in brittleness in addition to working with the hair structure (the Cortex restoration system provides more than just an external cosmetic effect). The hair also looks well-groomed, shiny, smooth, and is pleasing to the touch.
According to my observations, the Cortex restoration system not only smoothes but also straightens hair, and it also conceals volume lost from smoothness—even when drying with warm air, without styling, and without using a comb. Compaction and the strands’ increased elasticity partially counteract this, but this effect might not be to everyone’s taste.
Aftertaste and the second procedure
After roughly four washes, the first procedure’s effect became evident, and then it started to progressively fade. This is a pretty amazing result for cold restoration and my hair, as the effect usually fades completely after a few washes. This is a significant accomplishment for me, especially since my hair was completely nonexistent prior to the procedure.
I started out using a leave-in membrane rather than my go-to creams, but I soon wanted some variation. Regular use of it generally does extend the procedure’s effect somewhat—though not significantly. When used alone, the membrane functions fairly effectively and makes the ends appear much neater.
After about two weeks, I made the decision to undergo another procedure because the manufacturer claims that the course application will have a cumulative effect. I started to wonder what my second impression would be and how long the outcome would last this time.
I used the same shampoo and didn’t stray from the application plan. Everything else was nearly the same; once more, I held both stages a bit too long because I had forgotten to record the time.
Similar to how it felt during the initial application, the hair feels cool and silky after drying, with white spots concealed and the ends remaining untangled and devoid of adhesion. Since the ends of the hair are the most damaged, it is not surprising that there is a greater after-procedure effect there than along the length.
The hair in the picture has just been combed after being dried with a hairdryer and a cool air stream directed downward. Even in the absence of styling, the straightening and smoothing process leaves hair looking flawless.
I can’t say that the second procedure’s effects last longer than the first, but one major benefit of this set is that they wash off with my daily washing at a rate that is similar to that of the first procedure, albeit not immediately. The sensations indicate that the effect lasts steadily for four washes before progressively diminishing and returning the hair to its "before" state after ten to twelve days of my regular care. I’m impressed with the outcome because the so-called cold botox from Qtem required a lot more fuss and only gave a feeling of density until the next wash. There was also no indication of any cumulative effect.
| Aspect | My Experience |
| Effectiveness | After the first use, my hair felt smoother, but it took a few applications to notice deeper restoration. |
| Ease of Use | The instructions were simple, but the process itself took a bit longer than I expected. |
| Smell | The product has a pleasant scent, not too strong, which was a nice surprise. |
| Value for Money | A bit pricey, but considering the results, it’s worth it if you’re looking for long-term hair health improvement. |
| Overall Impression | Initially, I was skeptical, but with consistent use, the product delivered on its promises. |
I wasn’t sure what to anticipate from the Malecula Cortex system for Cold Hair Restoration at first. It sounded a little too good to be true, but also promising. But after giving it a shot, the outcomes pleasantly surprised me.
The treatment felt nice on my hair and was simple to use. After just a few applications, my dry and dull hair began to look shinier and feel softer. My hair’s strength and texture both significantly improved, and it also got easier to manage.
I can say that the Malecula Cortex system made a noticeable difference for me, even though it might not be a miracle cure for everyone. If you’re looking for a method to revitalize dull, damaged hair without using harsh treatments, it’s definitely something to think about.
I wasn’t expecting much when I first tried the new "Cold Hair Restoration Malecula Cortex Restoration System," but I was genuinely surprised by the outcomes. After just one use, this treatment left my hair feeling soft, nourished, and noticeably healthier than other products that claim to repair damaged hair. Deep restoration was provided by what appeared to be just another overhyped product—without the heat or damage.
