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5 Hair Product Dupes From Target That Are Just As Good As The Expensive Stuff

May 21, 2025 by Brooke Hardington
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As a beauty-obsessed person, I often spend more money on beauty and hair products than I need to. I work hard and I deserve to treat myself! But my bank account feels differently.

For the majority of us who don’t have unlimited budgets, it can be expensive to replace your haircare staples when you use up all your favorites in a month or two. That’s where dupes come in.

ICYMI dupes are cheaper (yet quality) versions that essentially do the same thing as the expensive product. While you may really love the overpriced product, just consider how much more spending money you’ll have when you start scooping up dupes! Luckily for you, I’ve compiled the dupes from Target that SheFinds editors swear by for healthy, luxurious hair. From texturing sprays to dry shampoos (and everything in between), these are the dupes that will transform your haircare routine AND your bank account.

Oribe Dry Texturing Spray ($52)

Oribe’s Dry Texturing Spray promises to provide instant volume and texture without the weight. But the weight of that $52 price tag feels pretty heavy!

THE DUPE: Kristin Ess Dry Finish Working Texture Spray ($14.99)

For just a fraction of the price, Kristin Ess Dry Finish Working Texture Spray adds volume and grip, (just like Oribe) with a similar fine mist and scent. There’s a reason it’s touted as “the best affordable dry texturizing spray.”

Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector ($30)

Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector’s premium formula is designed to rebuild broken hair bonds, simultaneously reducing frizz and split ends. But it feels like a lot of money to drop on a small bottle of hair product.

THE DUPE: Not Your Mother’s Tough Love Bonding Leave-In Hair Protector ($9.99)

Not Your Mother’s Tough Love Leave-In Hair Protector repairs and strengthens hair bonds to instantly detangle, tame frizz, and enhance shine. It gets the job done—at a third of the price.

Bumble and Bumble Thickening Spray ($35)

Iconic haircare brand Bumble & Bumble has a cult following because their products are known to deliver salon-quality results. This lightweight thickening pre-styler spray is no exception, boosting hair thickness before blowout to help you achieve a voluminous ‘do. But with that price tag, it feels more like a nice-to-have, not a must-have.

THE DUPE: Kristin Ess Instant Lift Thickening Spray ($14.99)

For under $15, it feels way easier to rationalize spending your hard-earned cash on Kristin Ess Instant Lift Thickening Spray. Users love how it adds fullness and texture without the stickiness!

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo ($30)

By absorbing oil and sweat, this dry shampoo keeps your hair fresh when you skip wash day—but it doesn’t give your bank account any relief whatsoever. If you have surplus cash to spend on dry shampoo, good for you!

THE DUPE: Batiste Bare Dry Shampoo Barely Scented ($12.99)

This affordable dry shampoo option from Batiste takes your hair from flat to fab in seconds! It’s perfect for on-the-go hair and it’s a major upgrade from baby powder (my cousin’s go-to form of dry shampoo back when we were teenagers).

THE DUPE: Batiste Volumizing Dry Shampoo ($9.99)

Another great option is Batiste’s Volumizing Dry Shampoo, which absorbs oil and boosts volume to revive days-old hair. It’s the perfect dupe, available at a killer price.

K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask ($75)

K18’s leave-in mask focuses on repairing hair damage, whether from color treatments or heat styling. It’s won tons of awards, and it has an expensive price tag to go along with all those accolades.

THE DUPE: L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Pre-Shampoo Treatment ($9.99)

If you’re looking to repair and strengthen your hair without shelling out tons of cash, then may I suggest this pre-shampoo treatment from iconic beauty brand L’Oréal Paris? It helps to reinforce weak hair structures, making it a budget-friendly option for those looking to improve hair resilience.

Which dupes are you buying today?

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Freelance Writer

Brooke Hardington is a freelance writer at SheFinds, covering sponsored content. In this role, she writes about everything from gift guide roundups for you and everyone you know, to seasonal clothing sales and celebrity-loved sunglasses. Previously, she covered celebrity news and health topics for SheFinds. Following that, she also spent several years writing for Nicki Swift, where she specialized in celebrity, sports, and culture content. When she’s not researching the latest and greatest products to hit the market, she’s reading the newest Sarah J. Maas novel, training for a 5K, or spending time with family.