Is an expensive salon conditioner worth it over a drugstore one?

Verified-purchase reviewers and several specialist subreddits consistently note that drugstore options like Dove Intensive Repair and Pantene Miracle Rescue can outperform pricier salon picks for many hair types. Premium formulas tend to win on scent, texture, and ingredient stories, but for damage repair and softness, the consensus is that price is not a reliable predictor of results.