Luxe vs. Less Hair Care

Which cheapies are as good as the high-end products?

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Non-Chemical Straightening Creams

Less: Marc Anthony Simply Straight Instant Straightening Cream, $7.99
Luxe: Fekkai Coiff Controle Ironless Straightening Balm, $25

Ingredients in Action
Both products contain panthenol (a conditioner) and glycerin (a humectant), but the cheaper product claims its silk fibers are responsible for smoothing. Lightweight silicones and cetearyl alcohol -- a fatty alcohol common in conditioners -- in the pricier version supposedly give you a straighter style.

And the Winner Is …
Both fight frizz and flyaways to keep your hair straighter. But cetearyl alcohol adds additional slipperiness, which makes it easier to glide a brush through your hair as you hit it with a hot blow-dryer.

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I always wonder if there's a difference..thanks

by LittleBunny Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 11:08AM Report as inappropriate

thanks so much

by cielona_boco Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 07:26AM Report as inappropriate

This was really helpful! I love the fact-based explanations.

by Jewelrydesigner Monday, January 9, 2012 at 12:52PM Report as inappropriate

great

by Benahir Sunday, January 8, 2012 at 10:57AM Report as inappropriate

So great! I love these kinds of articles.

by sportimonki13 Sunday, January 1, 2012 at 03:04PM Report as inappropriate

Like with most things, you get what you pay for.

by TBjunkie Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 09:49PM Report as inappropriate

thanksss for the adviceee

by Benahir Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 01:34PM Report as inappropriate

I need a heat protector.

by andyv1217 Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 06:43PM Report as inappropriate

i think you get what you pay for, but a high price products are not always a sure thing.

by AmandaAmanda Monday, October 17, 2011 at 03:40PM Report as inappropriate

Yay for cheaper good beauty

by Only1KimmieD Friday, October 14, 2011 at 11:16AM Report as inappropriate

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