63%
would repurchase
3.7/5
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5.0
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7 years ago

I only discovered this product a few months ago when I found a bottle in the clearance section at TJ Maxx. It cost me $5.99 so I decided to give it a try. I have long, medium-thick, relaxed hair....

About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination, Tan, Cool

HairBrown, Relaxed, Medium

EyesBrown



3.0
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7 years ago

I like the smell but I didnt see any volume in my hair

About reviewer (29 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


1.0
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8 years ago

I usually do at least okay with Alterna Bamboo which is why I took a chance & bought this on-line. Tried it once but it's a no-go, unfortunately. It did make it feel thicker the first day but the...

About reviewer (206 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinSensitive, Fair

HairBlond

EyesGreen


3.0
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9 years ago

Just "meh". No real volume. Smells great though.

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Medium, Not Sure

HairBrown, Other, Other

EyesBrown


5.0
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10 years ago

Great for medium-fine hair. Sort of matte, encourages natural texture. Overall great product.

About reviewer (133 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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10 years ago

I need to preface my review with the fact that I have used Alterna styling products for a couple of years. I have always had successful results. When the old Thickening Cream in the turquoise tube...

About reviewer (16 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

HairBlond, Other, Other

EyesBrown


5.0
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11 years ago

I've been using this for about a month and I think it's a great product for styling fine, thin hair. I was skeptical at first because texture-wise, it's a lotion, but it doesn't weigh down my hair...

About reviewer (38 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


1.0
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11 years ago

Ive changed my mind about this product, I can't get the volume I'm looking for with this

About reviewer (208 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue


5.0
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12 years ago

This Alterna styling product, Strand Expand, does successfully in creating the volume in my hair. Even moreso, when it is combined with Alterna's Silk Sleek Brilliance Creme. The frizzies...

About reviewer (183 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue


2.0
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12 years ago

I really wanted to Love this product, but it did practically nothing for my hair. It did give a bit of volume for a few hours after blow drying, but it didn't last. I'm much happier with Living...

About reviewer (16 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinOily, Olive, Neutral

HairGrey, Straight, Fine

EyesHazel


3.0
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12 years ago

UPDATE: I've switched to Redken 07 Layer Lift with much better results. ORIGINAL: According to Alterna, this is designed to plump and volumize hair while protecting color. Its a white lotion that...

About reviewer (1101 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown