Curl Defining Styling Soufflé

One of Curlsmith's original launch products and among the most reviewed curly hair gels on the market with 3,300+ reviews on Ulta — this strong-hold (level 8) gel-cream hybrid from the Moisture (orange) range forms a cast as it dries that scrunches out to reveal defined, soft, bouncy curls. Protein-free and suitable for all curl types and porosity levels from 2a to 4c. The cream component means it doesn't produce the brittle, hard cast that purely gel-based products can, making it more forgiving for beginners learning the scrunch-the-crunch technique. Apply generously to soaking-wet hair, smooth over sections, and leave completely alone until dry.

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How to Use

Apply to wet hair. Use a dime-sized amount per section. Rake and smooth the product throughout your strands to evenly coat them. Select your desired styling technique (scrunch, finger curls, or shingle) to enhance and define. Air dry or diffuse. When fully dry, scrunch to break the cast.