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ALTERNA Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner

What it is: A restorative, paraben-free conditioner that transforms severely damaged hair, intensely nourishing and repairing each strand. What it does: This deeply reparative conditioner formulated with Strand-Building Proteins reconstructs each individual strand of hair from the inside out to rebuild and resurface hair, leaving strands strong, healthy, smooth, shiny, and fully restored. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates - Phthalates What else you need to know: Strand-Building Proteins target damage at the microscopic level, working to repair each individual strand of hair. Delivering essential nutrients to the hair’s interior cortex, it nourishes and strengthens strands and fills in gaps and tears in the damaged cuticle, reconstructing this protective layer to ensure that nutrients do not escape. It also cements the newly constructed, exterior cuticle to the interior cortex, ensuring that the scales of the hair lay flat. Additionally, it seals and reinforces the cuticle layer with a defensive shield that strengthens the strand to increase resistance to breakage while infusing hair with vital antioxidants to help prevent free radical penetration and other damage from occurring. The result is stronger, smoother, softer, and shinier strands fully restored to their healthy, pre-damaged state.
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Review 1 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
Nickola
Location:Toronto, ON
Hair Condition:Chemically Treated (Colored, Relaxed, or Permed)
Age:18-24
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Increased Hair Breakage
-05.03.13
Quick Take: drying
I bought this and used it for a month. It wasn't moisturizing, didn't repair damage, made my hair more dry, and actually increased the amount of breakage. I will be returning it. I just started using the Caviar Anti-Aging Moisture Conditioner, which I find to be soooo much more conditioning and makes my hair feel healthier.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
Anonymous
Location:Gulf Shores, AL
Hair Condition:Fine
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Amazing
-05.02.13
Quick Take: strengthening, doesn't weigh hair down, smells great!!
I have fine, thin hair that is dry & damaged due to the hair dryer, flat iron and color. I needed serious help & this IS working. I've been using this product approx 3 weeks & combined with the shampoo, it's given my hair another chance. Expensive but worth it.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
Viv227
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best in class
-04.21.13
Paired with the same shampoo, my hair has never looked and felt better. Do yourself a favor and try it. You won't be disappointed!
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0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
lamaitresse
Location:London, ON Canada
Hair Condition:Chemically Treated (Colored, Relaxed, or Permed)
Age:35-44
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Poor Value
-04.18.13
Quick Take: dreadful
I'm not impressed. From the idiotic delivery system that resulted in two broken fingernails, two a pretty mediocre product that needed a good deal of rinsing, I'm so returning this product. Doesn't even merit decanting into a jar, if I could. Plus it smells awful, a faux bamboo nonsense.
-5points
2out of 9found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
roxysoxy7
Location:San Jose, CA
Hair Condition:Chemically Treated (Colored, Relaxed, or Permed)
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great Conditioner!
-04.12.13
I really liked this conditioner. It made my hair so soft and smooth.
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0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
BreRenee
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
THE best
-04.11.13
I am obsessed with this conditioner, and the shampoo that goes with it. I work in a professional salon and have tried every high end shampoo/conditioner out there and none compare to this. It makes your hair so silky, shiny, and soft. It repairs damaged strands and does not fade your color. It does not weigh your hair down at all and is good for daily use or just a few times a week if you want to make the bottle last. I cannot say enough good things about it. If your hesitant to buy because of the price, you should definitely consider the splurge, you wont regret it!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
beautyinside
Location:inverness, ca
Hair Condition:Normal
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Will die if they ever discontinue my Alterna
-04.10.13
Quick Take: strengthening, rich
The Caviar REpair RX Instant REcovery Conditioner is seriously God's gift to hair . I actually get stopped by several people since I've used Alterna to ask what I use on my hair. My daughters use it too. We're all huge fans. I recommend to everyone I know.
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0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
mickey70
Location:Hartford, CT
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great product
-04.10.13
I have used the shampoo and conditioner now for about 2 months. it makes my hair feel fuller and more vibrant.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
eirann
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love it
-03.23.13
I love this conditioner (and the shampoo). It makes my fine, thin hair silky-smooth and keeps frizz and flyaways tamed.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
NMJC
Location:New York
Hair Condition:Chemically Treated (Colored, Relaxed, or Permed)
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Breath taking Hair!!!
-03.15.13
Quick Take: strengthening, doesn't weigh hair down, shine, repair
I received a sample TODAY, sales rep said, you're gonna love it!!! So I ran home, washed my hair and dried it.
First: I did not like the shampoo, no lather and no CLEAN feeling. So I used my regular pantene. (I know)
Second: THIS IS AWESOME
My hiar is soft, silky, shiny, not weighed down and just awesome!!! I have dyed hair which I often use a flat or curl iron on. I also used Alterna Thermal Heat Protectant and Alterna Bamboo Kendi Oil Mist and it made it even better. I THINK I AM IN LOVE WITH ALTERNA. Who knew my hair could look this good?
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
kennykdog
Location:erie pa
Hair Condition:Dry
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-02.21.13
Quick Take: strengthening, doesn't weigh hair down, rich
conditioner is the bomb and worth the money!
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
val3786
Location:New Haven, CT
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Sulfate free makes a difference
-02.21.13
I've been using over the counter shampoo my whole life. However, since officially becoming in my "late 20's" I began to notice my hair does not shine the same way it used to when I was 17. Prompted by this, I purchased Alterna shampoo and conditioner set as it was one of the highest rated sulfate-free shampoos. I have to say, I feel that my hair is softer and, although I think I am overpaying for this product, I am satisfied with not draining my hair with harsh chemicals on the daily basis. I'd be willing to try other products, but I feel that Alterna is doing the trick for me right now.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
amandamoiselle
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-02.10.13
I don't own this product, but I have used it a few times on a trip to my friends place in NYC. I had forgotten my shampoo (and all of my hair products) at home (in it's own bag, naturally), so I used her shampoo+conditioner.
As with the shampoo, this conditioner is amazing. The first time that I tried it, right out the shower I noticed a change in my hair. I decided to let it air dry (I do time to time), and once it was dry, it looked as though I had blown it out. It makes you hair look so healthy.
I will definitely be purchasing this shampoo+conditioner once I'm finished the one that I'm using now (I'm using it up because I hate having half empty bottles laying around, it's unwanted clutter).
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2out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
LGarrett13
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-02.05.13
I have very oily hair so I pair this with Bumble and Bumble shampoo. When I do this I can go two to three days without shampooing my hair. It looks shiny and has no frizz and feels wonderfully soft. I don't need any extra products. I highly recommend this product. I've tried many things for my oily hair including Bumble and Bumble Sunday and a few others at Sephora. This by far has been my best experience
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
hollywoodglam
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Holy grail hair conditioner
-02.03.13
So I used this hair conditioner for the first time today and it left my coarse hair so silky with incredible volume. My hair is naturally thick but I still appreciated the additional volume because once I blow dried my hair (without any additional hair styling products) it looked like I stepped out of the (blow dry) salon. I highly recommend this product to women with all hair types because let's face it, we like the look of salon blow-outs without the price. Love how bouncy and shiny my hair looks! This conditioner is a must-have!! I recommend leaving it in for 3 minutes and then rinsing with cold water for best results!
+5points
5out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
isisveiled
Location:Canton, OH
Hair Condition:Chemically Treated (Colored, Relaxed, or Permed)
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
-01.28.13
I've had my hair lifted 5-6 times in a year and went from black to blonde - needless to say, my hair was left a bit damaged. I had tons of those dreaded white spots at the ends where my hair was ready to break off, and some of my hair was more coarse than my boyfriend's beard. I began using conditioner along with the shampoo, mask, and KeratinPerfect and Ojon hair oil to restore my hair. After about a month, the texture of my hair has completely transformed - it is no longer frizzy, puffy, or coarse. The only complaint I have is that these products did not do much to "repair" the existing breakage as they claim to, but I'm happy with the overall results.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
jcobra
Location:Colton, CA
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best Conditioner Ever
-01.25.13
Quick Take: pricy, effective, fragrant, rich
I went to Sephora looking for a new shampoo and conditioner. The employee there suggested I use this product. She said she felt a difference the very first time she used it. I had to try it to believe it. Sure enough, I too noticed a difference in my hair the very first time I used it. Its been about two weeks now and my hair feels much more healthy and looks beautiful! I am very happy I got this and would recommend it to everyone. This product is very pricy, but you seriously get what you pay for: QUALITY and something that actually works!
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1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
beautyaddict22
Location:Philadelphia, PA
Hair Condition:Fine
Age:25-34
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Not impressed for the price
-01.25.13
I tried a sample of this in conjunction with the Alterna Caviar leave in conditioner. For the price, i definitely expected more dramatic results. I noticed an improvement in managability, I have bleach blond hair that tangles easily, but it wasn't as much of improvement that I had hoped for. I've used a different protein based conditioner similiarly priced that worked much better at keeping my hair managable all through out the day after the first use with no additional products. Unfortunately i can only buy it at my salson and I have a gift card at sephora so i was looking for something comparable since I ran out of my other conditioner.
0points
1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner
tm89
Location:San Diego, CA
Hair Condition:Fine
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
The Best Product Line
-01.09.13
Quick Take: strengthening, doesn't weigh hair down, rich, smoothing
I love this product. I use it with the shampoo and the Bamboo dry oil mist. I have very damaged and fine hair. I do not dye my hair but it is very curly, so I flat iron it every day. After the first use I noticed that my hair was thicker. It took me about a week to really notice the difference as far as split ends. This product has also made my curly hair look good by taming the frizz. It has an odd smell but it is not bad. My hair is to my lower back and a little does go a long way.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.