Alterna Hemp Straightening Balm
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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 pm4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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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...
December 7, 2007, 9:19 am
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 frustrated trying to find something. December 7, 2007, 9:19 am
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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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 am1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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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 pm1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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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 pm1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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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 am1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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shocked
by 51lincoln (100 reviews)
I was really shocked by how well this works! I didn't really even need to use my iron after using this stuff. It smells nice and adds a sheen. I would buy it again, but the only problem is if you workout with it in your hair it does run down your face ten min, into a run. SO it cannot be used everyday. June 14, 2008, 2:21 pm0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
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A FIND PRODUCT FOR YOUR HAIR
by prycay (22 reviews)I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT FOR YOUR HAIR. May 23, 2008, 12:31 pm0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
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good
by brassa (186 reviews)
does what it says April 28, 2008, 6:27 am0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
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I use this
by applelane (66 reviews)
on my granddaughter's hair. It works great. April 27, 2008, 1:03 pm0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
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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.
*Official Rules: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES (D.C.) 18 YEARS AND OLDER. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Promotion ends 09/29/08 AT 7:59 P.M. ET. For Official Rules, free method of entry, prize descriptions and odds disclosure, visit http://www.totalbeauty.com. Sponsor: Total Beauty Media, Inc., 3250 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 200, Santa Monica, CA 90405.
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