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BioSilk Discount: 72% price cut on 1986 hair treatment

The leave-in product, which debuted four decades ago, is currently priced at $17, down from its usual $61 cost.

By George Parker ·

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BioSilk Silk Therapy Original is currently 72% off on Amazon, dropping the price of the bottle to $17 from its standard $61. The sale applies to a leave-in treatment that first hit salon shelves in 1986. The discount brings the cost of the product close to the price of many newer, short-lived beauty items.

The formula relies on silk proteins to fill gaps in the hair cuticle. According to the brand, this process smooths frizz and adds shine while preventing split ends. The treatment is designed for all hair types, including fine, curly, textured, and color-treated strands. It contains no sulfates or parabens and is labeled as cruelty-free.

Consumer feedback supports the product's long-standing presence in the market. More than 23,000 five-star ratings are attached to the listing. In the last month alone, shoppers purchased 20,000 bottles. One reviewer with thin, damaged hair noted that the application gave their hair "some weight and [it] looked thicker, smoother, and shinier."

Another user described the effect on their daughter's 4C curls, which had been damaged by high-heat styling tools. After a stylist applied the product, the parent said they "couldn't believe how healthy her hair was after one use." These reviews suggest the product performs consistently across different hair textures and conditions.

The product has remained available for four decades. It is frequently cited by shoppers as a staple they have used since their parents' generation. The current sale price allows consumers to purchase multiple units at once. The reduced cost also makes it a low-risk option for those testing the product for the first time.

Source: NBC News

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