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Alterna Hemp Straightening Balm

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Rated a 8.5

This light lotion is a safe option for O.D.-ers who just can't stop at a nickel-sized dollop of straightening cream (like me). Worked through wet curls before a blow-dry, it renders hair slippery and round-brushable without an oily silicone effect; my blow-out remained nicely un-wavy all day. As for claims its hemp seed oil improves strength, shine and elasticity? Eh. Nobody was mistaking me for Marcia Brady, but for about 50 cents a blow-dry, I can live with that.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    hooray!

    by amwhiteh (8 reviews)
    I heart Alterna! And the good news about this product is...it's not $30! It works wonders on my hair which is weirdly wavy/curly in all the wrong places. I use this balm even when I don't blow out my hair to calm the frizzies. November 29, 2007, 12:35 pm

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    The best product you can\'t find

    by Kayron (1 review)
    I have naturally curly, wavy haie and this product is the very best on the market. Problem is you can\'t buy it any where. I live in a large city and Called all over town, but to no avail. I really can\'t live without this product much longer. I have tried many products to replace it , but none work a well and I get frustra...ted trying to find something. December 7, 2007, 9:19 am

    3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    I love this for straight or wavy hair!

    by Melgurl (4 reviews)
    This balm works to keep the frizz down, so whether I'm straightening my hair or just letting it air dry, it keeps the frizz down to a minimum. I never realized that straightening products are so versatile, but this one definetly is. July 29, 2008, 9:02 am

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Favorite

    by KatheC (15 reviews)
    As a Hairstylist-this is my Favorite Straightening Balm. I use it on very curly to wavy,course to fine and works great on all. A little go a long way. May 9, 2008, 6:48 pm

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Good stuff!

    by jetslt2 (3 reviews)
    I really like Alterna's hemp line. The product gives my hair a nice straight finish and I can notice a difference just after blow drying. It does not feel greasy like a lot of other straitening balms do. The smell is a bit odd - not bad...not good, but different. It generally lasts all day. April 24, 2008, 1:37 pm

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    Smooth and glossy

    by jnetgerrior (1 review)
    After applying two quarter size dollops into my palm and smoothing through my hair it gave me just enough shine without looking greasy. It kept my hair from becoming wavy at the end of the day but is still no match for humidity :( November 30, 2007, 4:31 am

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Nice

    by greggor36 (14 reviews)
    Nice product! November 4, 2009, 2:52 am

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Great Straigtening Product

    by kathie29 (68 reviews)
    Top 500 Reviewer
    I cocktail this with a oil or serum and either air dry or blow dry for silky straight hair all day long, frizz. love it Alterna leaves you hair looking and feeling healthy. October 25, 2009, 4:07 pm

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    If you want straight hair...

    by StacieD (114 reviews)
    Top 500 Reviewer
    u can give it a try. Alterna has a spray that is also a straightener , but it made my hair feel like it had a film on it. This worked much better on the straightening side. I am giving it a seven because it seemed to strengthen my hair while leaving it very dry and not as soft as some less expensive balms. My hair does no...t perform it's best when using this product. June 9, 2009, 10:17 am

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  • Member rated it 8.0

    Hels keep my waves straight!

    by chanceuxlilas (247 reviews)
    Top 100 Reviewer
    This is definitely worth the money because my wavy hair will not go back into waves until I wash my hair. May 15, 2009, 6:06 pm

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  • Attributes

  • Blow-dry: Yes
  • Type: Cream
  • Frizz-fighting: Yes
  • Heat-protecting: Yes
  • Hold strength: Light hold
  • Straightening: Yes

  • Manufacturer's Product Description

  • Alterna's Hemp Seed Straightening Balm is a powerful gel formula that effectively straightens both wavy and extremely curly hair. Infused with our patented ultra-hydrating hemp seed oil* and a nutrient-activating enzymetheraphy complex Alterna's Hemp Seed Straightening Balm tames frizzies, adds moisture and primes hair for thermostyling. Maximum levels of an advanced copolymer provide strong, long-lasting straightening power and humidity resistance. Seaweed extracts reduce static and increase softness and manageability. Powerful UV protectants provide maximum color protection.

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  • http://4alterna.com

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