Number 4 Lumiere d'hiver Reconstructing Masque: Worth The Splurge?

In the last few months I have been more concerned about the health of my hair which I am trying to grow out. I am often prone to split ends and frizz so good hair days were far and few before I started using after shower creams and hair masks. In one of my last Birchbox orders, I chose a generous sample of the Number 4 Lumiere d'hiver Reconstructing Masque at check out, just to see what a high end mask could do for my locks. 

The brand claims that "soy protein works to reconstruct and strengthen hair while natural conditioners like shea butter, jojoba seed oil, and sunflower oil nourish and moisturize". All those nourishing ingredients will set you back $58 for the full size 5.1 oz bottle which is quite hefty. There are a load of unpronounceable ingredients in this mask and the smell is something quite bizarre and off putting (in my opinion). The texture is akin to mashed bananas which I find kind of interesting and unique. The cream can be easily massaged into the hair and it clings onto strands without sliding off before you want it to. A small dollop goes a long way and this 1.5 oz sample should last me about five or six applications. But the most important question boils down to: does it work?

Quite simply, yes, it does work. It actually works really well which I'm not sure if I'm happy or sad about considering the extortionate price tag. The instructions say to leave the mask in your hair for two to five minutes which is quite little compared to most masks that recommend upwards of ten minutes. Two minutes is really all you need as my hair feels instantly smoother and healthier after rinsing. There is a noticeable improvement to the texture of my hair after using this product that I have yet to achieve with other masks. 

If you have the money to splurge on a great hair mask and need something intensive that works quickly, this might be for you. The scent is honestly the biggest downfall but I can stand it for two minutes if it means smoother and healthier hair. As for me, I am tempted to purchase more Number 4 products to try but the expensive price makes me hesitate to shell out the big bucks for things I will need to repurchase over and over. Do you spend as much money on your hair as you do your skin or makeup? What are your favorite hair treatments?