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Phytodefrisant Hair Straightening Balm

Phyto Phytodefrisant Hair Straightening Balm

3.3 oz. | Styler
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Phytodefrisant is a relaxing balm for all hair types, naturally curly or permed hair. Ferula, horseradish and ... read full description »

Approximate price: $14.00
Availablity: Salon/beauty store

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Phytodefrisant is a relaxing balm for all hair types, naturally curly or permed hair. Ferula, horseradish and garlic extracts coat and straighten hair without any chemical action. The non-oily formula won't weaken hair. Imparts shine as hair is blow-dried to smooth, straight perfection. Achieve the perfect blow-out with this award winning, non-chemical straightening balm. The exclusive plant-based formula hydates, softens and protects unruly hair prepping it for a smooth and sleek look. Heat activated.

Product Attributes: straightening
Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root Extract (Botanical Origin), Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract (Botanical Origin), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract (Botanical Origin), Cochlearia Armoracia (Horseradish) Root Extract (Raifort) (Botanical Origin), Ferula Assa Foetida Root Extract (Ferula) (Botanical Origin), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative), Parabens (Ethyl, Butyl) (Preservative), Methylchloroisothiazolinone (Preservative), Methylisothiazolinone (Preservative)
  • verenise
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 4
Dec 30, 2010
I would love this product 100% if it wouldnt leave a white cast on your hair after it dries. But when I need to control my frizz, this does it! If only the company can work on the other part, then this would be a 5 star product.
  • lilcaramel
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 4
Mar 30, 2010
I love this product. Not only did I use this product to straighten my hair when it was relaxed, I also use it now that I wear it natural. I use it along with Miss Jessie's curling products and a leave-in conditioner, and it works wonders on fighting the frizz. Expensive but worth the results!
  • lily44
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
May 28, 2009
Great product! I have 3b hair that gets frizzy during humid / rainy weather. This balm tames the frizz even on 2nd day hair. I use it as a last step in styling after my hair is dry-it's not greasy, flaky or stiff. I believe this is now called Phytodefrisant Botanical Hair Relaxing Balm and costs about $26 at Sephora.
  • marie.l
  • Type 2c
  • Official Reviewer
Curl Rating: 5
Nov 12, 2008
by far the best straightening balm around. i have fine hair but a lot of it. it didn't weigh my hair down, nor could i feel it. i've worn it in fog, sprinkles, next day, etc and my hair is always perfect.
  • anonymous
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 1
Sep 08, 2008
I used to like that product but finally changed my mind. I was left with white residues in my hair. I followed every step as it is said it should be applied, that is, on really wet hair. Very disappointed.
  • Meezer
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 5
May 26, 2006
I adore Phytodefrisant! It's a styling tool that has been in my repetoir for more years than I can count. I don't use it for straightening, but as a tool for smoothing... it's unbeatable! Scent-neutral for those with discriminating noses. Leaves hair very soft-- no crunch at all.
  • gia0202
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 4
May 05, 2006
i live by this stuff... i am black with fine textured ultra froey hair... it works great in combo with some sort of leave-in conditoner to blowdry/flat iron. it really does relax ur hair in between washes.
  • tmccray
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 5
Apr 12, 2004
This is a wonderful anti-frizz balm. When used with Phyto Pro Gel #8, I get soft, defined, bouncy curls. Smells good, and no cones. The listed price must be old. It's expensive...$22 at Sephora.
  • ifthe
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 2
Apr 06, 2004
This didn't work very well for me at all. It didn't seem to be emollient enough, yet it left my hair looking limp and dull no matter how little I used. I did like the smell and the natural ingredients.
  • michelle
  • Type 3b
  • Official Reviewer
Curl Rating: 4
Feb 01, 2004
This is a very good anti-frizz product, worth the price.
  • gretchen
  • Type 3a
  • Official Reviewer
Curl Rating: 4
Feb 01, 2004
Good smoother and sealer. Needs to be used in combination with another styling product. But really helps reduce frizz. 
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Curl Rating: 5 5 Curls: Results were consistently dreamy. Worth repurchasing in large sizes.
Curl Rating: 4 4 Curls: Results were better than most. Would repurchase, just not in bulk.
Curl Rating: 3 3 Curls: Some redeeming qualiities but inconsistent or an incomplete solution. Repurchasing hesitancy.
Curl Rating: 2 2 Curls: Had at least one positive trait, but the negative outweighted the positive(s) without question.
Curl Rating: 1 1 Curl: If I were stuck on a desert island, and this product was the only one available, I'd make my own stuff on the island.