When it comes to choosing professional hair products, Milk Shake and Lakme are two key brands on Papique. Both offer complete lines, but with different positioning, prices, and strengths.
On this page, you'll find a clear comparison based on real data: we analyze price ranges, best sellers, each brand's specialties, and who they are best suited for. This way, you can confidently pick the brand that fits your needs.
The products we talk about
Positioning and range: what each brand offers
Milk Shake offers a wide range (65 products on Papique) covering shampoos, conditioners, masks, smoothing treatments, and color products. The focus is on nourishing treatments, color maintenance, and specific items like the Milk Shake Pink Lemonade Color Conditioner for Pink Hair 1000 ml (€49.24) or the Milk Shake K-Respect Smoothing Treatment 250 ml (€441.32).
Lakme, with a more targeted selection (20 products), focuses on professional treatments for hair repair, protection, and nourishment. Standout products include Lakme Teknia Argan Oil Treatment 1000 ml (€67.25) and Lakmé Teknia White Silver Mask 1000ml (€59.20), designed for specific needs like damaged, colored, or blonde hair.
Price ranges: what products really cost
Milk Shake offers a broad price range: starting around €35 for 1000 ml shampoos (Milk Shake Blend Purifying Shampoo 1000 ml at €35.42) up to premium treatments like the Milk Shake K-Respect Smoothing Treatment 250 ml at €441.32. Many treatments and masks fall between €40 and €100.
Lakme positions slightly higher on some specific treatments: Lakme K.2.0 Protective Mist 200 ml costs €220.66, while the Lakme — Repairing Hair Mask K2.0 Recover Restore Hair Mask 500 ml reaches €420.58. However, several best sellers like Lakmé Teknia White Silver Mask 1000ml are available at €59.20.
Strengths and specialties: who they're for
Milk Shake is ideal if you're looking for solutions to maintain color, products for colored hair, or nourishing treatments. It also offers options for specific needs, like the Milk Shake Purifying Blend Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 1000 ml (€37.51) and the Milk Shake Integrity Hair Mask 500 ml (€40.48).
- Wide selection of large sizes (up to 1000 ml).
- Specialties: direct color, smoothing treatments, color maintenance.
Lakme stands out for professional repairing, protective, and nourishing treatments, often chosen by those with damaged, blonde, or colored hair. It also offers specific solutions like the Lakme Pre-Treatment Metal Remover Neutralizing Detox Lotion 300 ml (€124.57).
- Focus on repair and protection.
- Specialties: repairing masks, anti-frizz and nourishing products.
Who is Milk Shake best for, who is Lakme for?
Choose Milk Shake if you want a wide selection of products for daily care, color maintenance, or nourishing treatments at various price points. It's suitable for those who want large sizes and solutions for specific needs like temporary coloring.
Lakme is better if you're looking for professional treatments aimed at repairing, nourishing, or protecting hair, especially if it's damaged or chemically treated. The selection is narrower but focused on specific results, with prices reflecting the products' specialization.
Summary comparison
| Aspect | Milk Shake | Lakme |
|---|---|---|
| Price range | €35 - €441 | €47 - €420 |
| Best sellers | Conditioners and 1000 ml shampoos, smoothing treatments | Repairing masks, argan oil, silver masks |
| Available sizes | From 250 ml to 1000 ml | From 100 ml to 1000 ml |
| Specialties | Color maintenance, smoothing treatments, temporary coloring | Repair, nourishment, protection, anti-frizz |
| Who it's for | Colored hair, those seeking large sizes and variety | Damaged hair, blondes, those seeking targeted treatments |
| Number of products on Papique | 65 | 20 |
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Frequently asked questions
Which brand is more affordable between Milk Shake and Lakme?
Milk Shake offers more products in the mid-price range (€35-100), while Lakme has similar prices but with specific treatments also above €200.
What are the most popular Milk Shake products?
Conditioners and 1000 ml shampoos, as well as smoothing treatments like Milk Shake K-Respect, are among the most requested.
Is Lakme suitable for blonde hair?
Yes, Lakme offers masks like Teknia White Silver Mask 1000ml, designed for blonde or bleached hair.
Are large sizes available for both brands?
Yes, both Milk Shake and Lakme offer sizes up to 1000 ml for various products.
What is Lakme's main specialty?
Lakme focuses on repairing, nourishing, and protective treatments, ideal for damaged or treated hair.
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