L'Oreal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Damage Erasing Balm by L'Oreal Paris, Hair + Scalp Treatments Review

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10

An Awesome "Fix" for Troubled Hair!

I wish I could return to the days when my hair was untouched by artificial color--the natural auburn hue was incredible. My locks were hardy, healthy, and full of sheen. Not only did color begin a downward spiral, but an injury I endured caused me to have to take massive doses of Prednisone to control pain. The Prednisone is over--too much, obviously, has an adverse effect on one's body. But i...read moret contributed to hair damage. My hair began to thin, lost its luster, and broke easily. One stylist after another had asked me what I did wrong as I had straw-like layers and ends trimmed away. So I decided to completely overhaul my hair routine: 1) I now wash only every second or third day; with a dependable shampoo, my hair is still full of volume (I used to wash every single day, sometimes twice in the summer); 2) I use cool water when washing and cold water to rinse, as it seals hair's cuticle; 3) I allow my hair to air-dry whenever possible. I switched my hair dryer to an ionic one with a diffuser. While it takes longer to dry, it is gentler; 4) I always use a great thermal protectant product before drying; John Frieda's "Frizz-Ease Hair Serum Thermal Protection" has worked wonders in ridding me of parched strands; 5) I sleep on satin pillowcases. The less tug on hair and skin, the less damage that is done; and 6) I've committed not only to a great, moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, but an excellent deep-moisturizer and use it regularly. My new favorite is L'Oreal's "Advanced Haircare Total Repair 5 Damage-Erasing Balm." Yes, the claims on the label drew me in. It is supposed to "repair up to one year of damage in one use" (wow!). It is meant for hair which is dry, chemically treated, weak, rough, dull, dehydrated, and with split ends. The tub had my name written all over it! Would it live up to its claims? A resounding YES! I apply after shampooing to wet hair and massage through to ends, leaving it on for at least five minutes. My hair feels like satin when I rinse, without a heavy, greasy feel. Dead ends and fly-aways are less visible. There is sheen once more. This is the best deep-conditioning product I've tried in ages. I highly recommend it!

GigiSD | 1103 reviews

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10

Love the L'oreal Paris Advanced products!

I bought this because I have enjoyed using the L'oreal Paris Advanced shampoos and conditioners and figured this would be an excellent mask I could use weekly. This is a relatively inexpensive mask that you can get at any drugstore or Target and it under $10. I absolutely love the smell, it makes me doing my weekly mask even more relaxing. The formula is this thick yellow formula that I rub ont...read moreo my entire scalp with most emphasis on my ends. The formula is supposed to help mend split ends and damage due to coloring, heat, and the elements; the container says it's supposed to heal one year of damage in one use. I agree with this claim because I always have split ends even if I only use heat on my hair once a week, I wash my hair every other day, and do masks weekly. This mask really helps repair that damage and seals up my cuticle so help it from breaking further until my next cut. It's called Total Repair 5 because it's supposed to repair the "5 signs of damage-split ends,weakness, roughness,dullness and dehydration." I agree with this claim because my hair is shiny, soft, bouncy, and as I said before, my split ends are repaired after having used this. I always use this after I have already shampooed and conditioned my hair and if you have the time it is so much better if you put a shower cap on while the conditioner is on and just let it sit on your hair for really as long as you want. I tend to put it on, put on the shower cap, and read a book and that keeps me from touching my hair and it's doing it's thing! I like to use this mask on Sundays only that way I am not over conditioning it and it helps me remember to do it the same day every week. If you want a well priced hair mask that does what it says buy this product, you won't be disappointed.

Lamexicana1 | 221 reviews

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8

Still looking for "the one!"

This is a nice conditioner; it removed all of my tangles and my hair DID feel softer, but like that bad date that you just can't figure out why it isn't working, something was missing. My hair is very thick, long and wavy with some frizziness and dry ends. I think this would be too heavy for fine hair but not heavy enough for my type of hair. If you have fairly normal hair that is smooth and strai...read moreght with a medium texture, this would be a perfect treatment for you. For me, time to break it off... :)

pixie_dust | 492 reviews

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10

Wonderful!

It is a wonderful product even though it is a drugstore product. I love this one! The mask does help a lot with damaged hair. It leaves it soft, manageable and just really shiny and nice. The only thing it does not repair is the split ends, but I could tell right away the difference this product made in my hair. The smell is quite pleasant and it is just an overall ten! Love it and will continue to use and recommend to those with damaged hair.

yestfl | 240 reviews

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7

Good, but not the best drugstore mask

This mask smells nice, and does make hair a bit softer and a bit more moisturized, but it is not something spectacular. The same Advanced Haircare from L'oreal has a better option- Advanced Haircare Power Moisture Rush Mask. Than one really makes hair soft and silky. Will not repurchase.

venenumletalis | 176 reviews

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9

Best Drug Store Mask in a Long Time!

I haven't had great luck with drug store hair masks but thought I'd take a chance on this one. I am very pleased to say I was pleasantly surprised! I have very long, very curly hair that is fine in texture but I have a lot of it. With the winter being so brutal here in the Northeast, my hair has been very dry, very brittle and generally dull looking. This mask fixed all of that in one shot. I...read more can't believe how healthy, full and moisturized my hair looks now. It sealed my splitends, added much needed hydration, brought back the shine and all of this without being heavy and weighing my hair down. I am using this 2x a week currently and continue to get excellent results. I went and bought the daily shampoo and conditioner as well. I would recommend this mask and will continue to purchase it.

jenn8779 | 135 reviews

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10

AMAZING Hair Mask

This hair mask is right up there with Aussie's 3 Minute Miracle and every salon hair mask that works wonders. It's AMAZING. My freshly bleached strands were so grateful for the immediate moisture it provided and it's heavenly smell. It also left my hair sooo smooth and soft. No need to buy luxury, this is your ticket!

jayla777 | 388 reviews

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10

Love This Stuff

Probably the most powerful drugstore deep-conditioner in ages. Mended split ends and damaged hair, making it smooth and shiny!

LaRu | 56 reviews

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10

Very nice!

Love this conditioner! Made my hair so soft and the ends smoother!

Footballsis | 188 reviews

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5

Aveda

It's formulated with a blend of plant extracts to gently cleanse and balance the scalp, making it suitable for those with sensitive or oily scalps. Users appreciate its refreshing scent and how it leaves their scalp feeling clean and rejuvenated.

GinaMedley | 1 reviews

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