As I received this as a "product review" I have no idea what the price was- but based on the small size I imagine it isn't cheap. I use salon products normally as I do notice they make a difference but was a bit weary as to whether L'Oreal could compete. And they can! This product, used with the L'Oreal Professionnel Intense Repair Shampoo, really made a difference! Easy to use (and I had to travel over the last week - so easy to travel with also due to the size), nice light scent, and very creamy texture were the first things I noticed. I have thicker dry hair and always have issues with frizz. I immediately noticed a resulting smooth texture, less frizziness and softer texture after my initial use of these products - and I have a feeling this was due more to the masque than the shampoo. As instructed on the bottle, I dried my hair after shampooing and washing and then applied the masque and left it for two minutes. I think this is essential to reaping the benefits of this product. I could not stop touching my hair the first few days as I was amazed at the huge change in texture and feel. The only downfall I found was that my hair became so soft and "tame" that I felt I lost some of my volume and it was too flat. I used a volumizing cream to balance the texture out and that really helped. Overall I was definitely impressed and I plan to purchase this product once the sample runs out.

My Hair Description: I have long black wavy hair, very thick.
I color my hair once every two months to cover the white and gray hair.
Age: 38
Scalp and Hair Condition: Normal to Oily

Overall Experience: I have use the repair masked in conjunction with the shampoo. It started slow, a lot of frizz on the first few uses. This happens to me every time I changed to a new brand of shampoo and conditioner, so this does not deter me.
The instructions said: apply after toweled dry hair. Nope, did not have time to get out of bath and towel dry, so I end up applying masque after shampoo. It did well, but not as effective as letting it stay for about 5-10 minutes.

Another trial of mine, I actually went out of my bath, towel dry, apply masque, then went down to change diaper to my toddlers. When I came upstairs to wash it off, the results were amazing after blow dry.
So, from then on, I let it stay longer than 2 minutes, and the results were fabulous.

Ease of use - The Intense Repair masque is in the jar and very easy to use. At the time of review, I have use over 2/3 of the jar, and very satisfied with the results. I will buy another jar personally.

Texture - Just right consistency for a conditioner/masque. I recommend Loreal stick to this mix, its easy to hold and does not do a drippity do!

Scent - love the scent, mild enough, and sexy, but not overwhelming.

Packaging - please keep this in a jar please.

Changes to your hair: improved body, bounce and the frizz started to decline at week 2.
I like my hair down all the time, and it is really nice feeling that the strands are more relax as opposed to those "medusa style" revolting hair strands.

Smoothness- it has improve the smoothness factor for sure. I do Zumba & Body Combat at Goodlife, and after these intense class, you can see your hair drench in sweat and oils. Shampoo plus masque fix it, but again...as I said leave the masque longer than 2 minutes. Probably depending on your hair volume too.
Mine is thick and long...it needs more time to do its magic.

Moisture level - it rinses oils, but leave enough to have that healthy appearance.


Compare to other products you tried in the past? This Masque is a keeper and I will buy another jar for myself.


Would you consider purchasing these products in the future and recommend to friends? Yes, it works for me. Friends with same hair texture and thickness as mine can definitely benifit with this product.

RECOMMENDATION: For the masque, leave it on for more than 2- 3 minutes if you have longer hair. Massage your scalp evenly, then do something else. At one point, I leave it for about 30 minutes, put a shower cap on, cook some breakfast for the kids, and wash it. Results were amazing after blow dry.

Note: my first use was so-so, and I end up using frizz control oil after blow drying. Subsequently uses eliminate need for frizz control oil.
Give it a try, vary the time you leave it on depending on your hair thickness.

PICTURE ( Day 1. A picture of my hair prior to blow drying - see the " medusa style" hair strands revolting on me) . From these days, I tried to leave masque longer, and Medusa faded away.

I received this to try as part of the Review Club. First off my hair is long (past mid back) and thick. It's also fairly wavy and tends to be drier and quite unruly in the winter months. I used this product twice a week for 3 straight weeks along with the Intense Repair Shampoo.

The first thing I noticed was the scent......which much like the shampoo reminded me of bananas.....okay, but not great. The texture was actually quite thick and easy to distribute throughout my hair. I did however, find it quite a inconvenience that you needed to towel dry your hair before applying the masque.

After my first shampoo, masque and dry I noticed an immediate difference in my hair. It was much easier to work with and super soft......also, even before the drying I was able to notice that my hair was SO much easier to get a comb through......as usually I spend a large amount of time on knots. Having used this product for three weeks, it looks healthier, feels like silk and my frizz is even more manageable!!! Also, I've had a huge reduction in static....which plagues my hair in the winter.

Overall this is a fantastic product that I would easily recommend to anyone. The only real downside for me is the price.....which at $30 is quite high.....especially in this economy. Honestly, even if I had the spare cash it would be hard for me to justify spending $30 on one hair care product. To those of you not in a money crunch.....go for it!! This is a great product and you won't be disappointed!

Overall I think the L'Oreal Professionnel Intense Repair Masque is wonderful! Before I used this product my hair felt dry, but the masque made my hair softer, shinier and healthier looking. I used it both in combination with the L'Oreal Intense Repair Shampoo and on its own, and found it was definitely better when used with the shampoo. The scent is not as nice as the shampoo, but still pleasant. I didn't have to use a lot to cover my thick mid-length hair. My hair was more manageable after I used the masque, felt a lot softer, and had a nice sheen to it. This masque is just as good as some other salon brands I have used for intense conditioning. I would consider buying this again, even if I used it with other shampoos, and I would recommend this to anyone looking for intense repair and treatment of their dry hair. The masque is a bit pricy for the amount you receive, but comparable to other salon brands.

I received this product through the Product Review Club. Thanks L'Oreal!

I have used this for a few days and it has made my hair amazing! For Valentine's Day, I curled my hair and it made the ends of my hair super dry. Using this masque has helped it so much and the results were immediate (after my first use my hair felt a lot softer and the ends were no longer brittle!)


Claims:
- Repairs hair structure
- Adds strength and volume
- UV filters


Pros:
- Note that this is a MASQUE and the instructions on the back says that you should use it on towel dried hair and leave it in for 2-3 minutes. I used it as a conditioner (putting the product on wet hair) the first time and it was just okay. Using this product following the instructions allowed me to have even better results, so I would definitely recommend using it as a masque versus a conditioner.

- The scent. There isn't an overly strong scent to this product. I can't place my finger on what it smells like, but it is not an overly powerful, nauseating scent, nor does it smell like chemicals.

- It only takes a few minutes for the product to work. Some masques take forever! This one only takes 2-3 minutes. I apply the product in between my shower and then I rinse it out at the very end. It's super convenient and easy to make it a part of my shower routine.

- The difference it made on my hair after the first use. There was a noticeable difference in the softness of my hair (especially the ends)!


Cons:
- The packaging. I personally do not like the 'tub' style packaging; I just think the product becomes unhygienic after a while. The packaging for the shampoo is more preferred for me.


Overall:
I recommend this product to anyone with damaged hair because it delivers fast results and will help keep it that way! Again, thanks L'Oreal for saving my hair!

1. What was your overall experience with this product? (e.g. ease of use, texture/scent, etc)
I have never used a masque, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I liked the result but not the process. I found it annoying that the directions said to use on towel-dry hair. My husband found it funny watching me stop the shower, dry my hair and then go back in! I have only used the masque twice (I only wash my hair about twice a week, so I used the masque once each week). My hair was almost slick after rinsing. The texture of the masque felt just thicker than conditioner and it went on nicely.

2. Did you notice any changes to your hair? (e.g. smoothness, moisture levels, healthy appearance, etc)
Just like the shampoo, I found that my hair was much smoother and silkier. I did find that my hair got greasier faster after using the masque however.

3. How do these products compare to other hydrating or reparative hair treatments you’ve tried in the past (if any)?
Having never tried a product like this, I really have nothing to compare it to.

4. Would you consider purchasing these products in the future and/or recommend them to a friend?
Yes! I do see the masque lasting a while though as I would only be using it once a week or as needed. Overall I liked the product and found that my hair was overall better looking and healthier.

First and foremost, thank you so much Chick Advisor for the opportunity to test the L'oreal Intense Repair Masque!

First, a quick explanation of my hair type - I'm of East Indian descent and was blessed with long silky wavy/curly hair. Nevertheless, given my infatuation with straight hair, I decided to take the plunge and have my hair chemically straightened... BIG MISTAKE. This, along with ten years of straightening, have turned my once beautiful tresses into a horrifying mess of long straw-like frizzy dry hair
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I was super excited to find out that I was going to be receiving the L'oreal Intense Repair Masque. Having used the conditioner several times upon receipt, here is what I have found so far:

My overall experience has been quite pleasant. I do wish that the masque came in a squeeze bottle, as I am not a fan of using twist container when dealing with wet hair. Also, I would prefer squeezing the preferred amount into the palm of my hand as opposed to scooping it out of a container. The scent, similar to the shampoo, reminded me of a light blend of cucumber and oats - although it's a pleasant and light 'summery' smell, it's not one that I am accustomed to as I am more inclined to use products with a floral/perfume scent (not necessarily a good thing!). The consistency of the masque is nice and thick, something you definitely wish for in a masque - you can, however, easily coat your hair with a small amount. Upon application and rinse, my hair definitely feels smooth and silky! The best part is that I don't seem to have as much hair fall out as I normally do after I rinse out my regular conditioner.

When my hair has dried, I haven't noticed a significant change in terms of moisture levels, smoothness and health. However, I haven't used this masque nearly enough for it to have made a noticeable impact as of yet - I definitely am positive that there is potential over long-term use!

Although I haven't used many repairing masques in the past, if I had to compare this product to others that I have tried, I would rank it highly due to the fact that I've been finding hidden curls that I had thought I had lost forever given all the chemical and heat damage I caused my poor hair. Also, I love how smooth and silky my hair feels as soon as I rinse it out and towel dry it. Thus, I am hopeful that it will help with the overall moisture, smoothness and health of my hair as well! I just wish there was a greater quantity!

The product is rather pricey, so for me to purchase it again or recommend it to a friend would require heavy justification - if the smoothness, texture and health of my hair is restored, as long as my curls, then I would seriously consider purchasing again! Thank you again Chick Advisor... you rock!!! :)

Overall L'Oreal Serie Expert Intense Repair masque smells great and worked well on my dry, frizzy hair. That said, when following the directions it is not an easy product to use. The directions require that you wash then towel dry you hair prior to applying the product. I did not interrupt my shower to towel dry my hair- I would like to know who would- rather, I wrung out my hair as best I could and then applied the product.

I have shoulder length hair, and felt that I had to use a lot of the product to get good coverage. However, after the allotted time was waited, I did notice that my hair was smoother, had more moisture and definitely had a healthier appearance.

When compared to other products. Ease of use comes to mind. I did find that it offered more results than other products tried in the past.

This would be a product I would buy in the future, and would recommend to anyone looking for a moisture surge, and managing dry frizzy hair.

I so needed this kind of product. First of all I would like to thank Chick Advisor very much for giving me a wonderful opportunity to try L'Oreal Professionnel Intense Repair Shampoo and Masque. This pair works magic on my hair! I am also very thankful to L'Oreal for making so great products!

This masque absolutely cured my dry and frizzy hair! I followed carefully the instructions, and now I am so glad that at last my hair is so soft even after blow-drying. And it also has so nice scent! Amazing!

Again as for the shampoo, that would be better :), if the price would be more affordable.

But I tried many products from other brands, and I have to tell you, this is the best one. And yes, in spite of the high price, I do recommend L'Oreal Professionnel Intense Repair Shampoo and Masque to all my friends, and to all the people who really look for qualitive products.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVED this product. I was fortunate enough to be choosen as part of the Product Review Club and can't say thank you enough! I struggle with dry, frizzy, fly away hair in the winter months and in the course of one week of using this product, I was able to see visible changes in my hair. Once I received this product I used it every day. The repair masque is thick and creamy and completely coats the hair. A slight lather is created and the product did not drip away from my wet hair. I left the masque on my hair for apx. 5 minutes and then rinsed it away. My hair actually felt like it was stronger and more resilent. It was soft, silky and incredible easy to comb through.

I used this product on my 6 year daughter who has very fine hair that tangles and matts very easily. I was so impressed at how this product helped to strengthen her hair. Her hair felt thicker and had less tangles. There were no tears when we were combing through her hair...just another added bonus!!

I would definelty recommend this product and I will most likely continue to use this product on a regular basis. However, I will probably only use it every week or so - due to the higher price point.