Hair Care

Best Drugstore Dupes for High-End Hair Products

We pit luxury hair products against their drugstore counterparts -- find out which are worth the splurge

by Amanda Montell | COMMENT

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Curl Enhancer That Brings Curls to Life The Contenders:
Living Proof Curl Defining Styling Cream, $28, vs. Tigi Bed Head Foxy Curls Contour Cream, $19.99

The Breakdown:
The curly-hair struggle is real enough without having to suffer through bad (and expensive) curl creams. Luckily, we tested these products from Living Proof and Tigi Bed Head, and are happy to report they are both worth your time.

When applied to damp hair, the Living Proof has a surprisingly lightweight texture and a subtle, spa-like scent that won't clash with your perfume. Let your hair air-dry, or heat style with a diffuser, and you'll end up with defined, frizz-free ringlets that aren't crunchy or weighed down.

Applied and styled the same way, the Tigi also leaves you with frizz-free curls — though the finish is slightly different. This fruity-smelling drugstore find has a thicker texture and is supermoisturizing — more so than its high-end counterpart — and you wind up with curls that are glossier and more hydrated. We also determined you can get away with going longer without washing your hair after using the Tigi, which is a major bonus.

The Winner:
Tigi Bed Head Foxy Curls Contour Cream

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