Guide to the Monochromatic Collection
The Monochromatic Collection, a collaboration of styling products by Milbon& and Anh Co Tran, was designed to simplify styling while enhancing the hair’s natural movement. This collection of styling products is lightweight to build upon, while strong enough to perform well on their own. When used together, they allow for layered styling without the heaviness or buildup, making it suitable for all hair types and textures.
Whether you’re looking to build body, add separation, or create soft, lived-in texture, each product in the collection serves a distinct purpose. Here’s your complete guide to choosing the right Monochromatic product for your hair goals.
Froth Blowout Foam
Best for:
• Body and fullness
• Frizz control
• Heat protection
• Smooth blowouts
What it does:
This lightweight foam preps, primes, and protects the hair for a smooth blowout. It adds body and fullness and will leave the hair bouncy and frizz-free. Anh regularly uses Froth in the salon to create a manageable base for dry cutting, as it detangles and controls static for more manageability.
Why it works:
An elastic polymer supports cushioning for all-over-body and smoothing the hair, while heat protection up to 450º prevents heat-induced cuticle lift from forming to minimize frizz and flyaways.
How to use IT:
Apply 1-3 palmfuls on damp hair from roots to ends before blow drying (or even air drying!). The product is buildable; use less on finer hair and more on thicker hair and work your way up.
“I also like to use Froth on dry hair when styling updos to establish a smooth, long-lasting structure.”
– Anh Co Tran’s Pro Tip
The Styled Results:
Velvet Texturizing Cream
Best for:
• Hydration
• Separation and definition
• Controlled application
• Soft hold
What it does:
This cream adds lightweight hydration and flexible separation to your style. Whether you’re accentuating your curl definition or incorporating pieceyness to your effortless look, you can deliver detailed control. The finish is a natural sheen and hydrated-look.
Why it works:
A skincare-inspired hydrating emollient oil delivers a soft sheen and natural grip that enhances texture and pieceyness to the hair without weighing it down.
How to use IT:
Emulsify a pea-sized amount in your hands and apply from mid-lengths to ends on damp or dry hair. Try adding a small amount on your fingertips for detailing to create your desired texture. The product is buildable; use less on finer hair and more on thicker hair and work your way up.
“I like to layer and build the product, applying it on damp hair first and then again on dry hair to reinforce hydration and separation.”
– Anh Co Tran’s Pro Tip
THE Styled Results:
Puff Finishing Paste
Best for:
• Root lift
• Airy cushion
• Soft body and texture
• Workable hold
What it does:
This finisher adds airy cushion and texture to your final look wherever you need an extra touch of body and bounce. The powder-infused paste creates weightless body and enhances natural movement, perfect for building an effortless finish with workable hold.
Why it works:
Its powder-infused technology adds a light, gritty texture that creates space between each strand, achieving an airy cushion and natural texture without leaving the hair stiff or crunchy.
How to use IT:
Emulsify a pea-sized amount in your hands and apply on dry hair as your finisher. Work it into the hair with your fingertips to create lift and movement from roots through ends wherever you want more body. The product is buildable; use less on finer hair and more on thicker hair and work your way up.
“I like to massage it into the roots for extra lift. Because of the powder technology in the Puff, it does a great job to renew second-day hair, too.”
– Anh Co Tran’s Pro Tip
THE Styled Results:
Which Product Is Right for You?
The Monochromatic Collection makes it easy to create lived-in hair with movement, softness, and control. By choosing the right product, or layering all three together, you can customize your styling routine to match your hair’s unique needs while achieving an effortless finish. Simplify your styling and embrace your everyday hair.
Not sure yet where to start? Take our Find Your Hair Mate quiz to discover the best product combination for your hair type and lifestyle.