Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream

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Keep colored hair looking vibrant with this curl cream made for wavy, curly, and coily curl patterns. It’s formulated with sunflower seed extract, a natural UV protectant that shields hair from color fade, brassiness, and dryness. What’s more, olive oil helps manage flyaways for a sleek head of curls—even in humid conditions.

It may be tempting for damaged, high-porosity hair to load up on the most strengthening, damage-repairing, protein-filled products, but too much protein can actually lead to breakage and damage (yes, rlly). So that's where this rich curl cream comes in: Not only is it super moisturizing (hi, moisturizing alcohols and shea butter), but it also has silk amino acids to help mitigate damage while strengthening the brittle strands you currently have, without contributing to protein overload. Apply a generous amount of Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream to clean, towel-dried hair. To activate and enhance curls, diffuse hair. For a more relaxed curl, let hair dry naturally. THE REVIEW: " My hair type is moderately dry-frizzy, wavy-curly, and fine, and this curling cream gives my hair soft, crunch-free voluminous curls," reads one tester's review.Apply one pump (or more, depending on hair length and texture) of Moroccanoil® Intense Curl Cream throughout damp or dry strands. Style as usual, or let hair dry naturally. Aqua (Water), Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, VP/VA Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-10, Parfum (Fragrance), Dipropylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Benzophenone-3, Sodium Hydroxide, Laurtrimonium Chloride, Sodium Bisulfite, CI 14700 (Red 4). Perky curls don’t have to come with an expensive price tag. This budget curl cream gets the job done well for about the cost of a latte. The formula contains shea butter and essential oils for a serious dose of moisture. All you need is a little bit for the ideal amount of nourishment. Users with type 3 and 4 curl patterns rave about the formula, which defines curls without weighing them down. This product is kind of a holy Grail for me. I have a couple of complaints but overall the product really works. Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo features a gentle, moisturising formula that infuses dehydrated hair with antioxidant-rich argan oil, Vitamins A and E, red algae and other replenishing nutrients.

THE REVIEW: "I loved it as soon as I put it on my hair," writes one tester . "It's moisturizing yet doesn't weigh my hair down, and that's exactly what my porous 3c, somewhat dry, curls need."

I found the effectiveness to be okay. My hair wasn't frizzy, but I found it a bit puffy and not very defined. THE REVIEW: "I have type 4 hair, and this product works for me," writes one tester , adding, "I have been natural for over eight years now and I've tried every product under the sun, and I absolutely love this product!"

If you live and die by the Curly Girl Method (or you're just starting to dabble in it), this curl cream is loaded with CGM-friendly moisturizers and is a great option for tight, dry curls. Enter the winning formula: moisturizing alcohols and a slew of oils that your curls will drink up. This gel-cream hybrid has a buttery consistency and formula that will give your hair the moisture it needs (a la a curl cream), and also a light hold (a la a curl gel) so you'll have happy, defined curls, all day long. It's pretty rare to find a curly hair product that fits almost every head of curls, but this is one of them. "Not only is it free of fragrance, silicones, and waxes, but it's also weirdly customizable depending on your curl type," says Cosmopolitan deputy beauty director Chloe Metzger. "Although it's filled with coconut oil, which would usually leave my fine hair greasy, a dime-size dollop squished through my sopping-wet hair leaves my 3a curls defined, smooth, and bouncy." If you have curly hair, then head straight for this product the next time you shop the drugstore. It’s formulated with a complex of curl-enhancing ingredients—including rice, keratin amino acids, and enzymes—for shiny, defined curls. Users like how lightweight this curl cream is, while still providing plenty of moisture.THE REVIEW: "I have gotten to know my curls very well now, but recently found myself struggling to balance protein and moisture," writes one reviewer, adding, "this curl cream— along with the leave-in conditioner, and the gel—has helped me restore my hair to it's best state once again."

Type 4 hair, or coily hair, is often very fragile, meaning using moisturizing products is an absolute must. This curl cream is a favorite of Taylor. Shea butter provides the moisture type 4 hair craves, while also helping to strengthen hair. Flaxseed oil, meanwhile, offers hold and shine. Users with type 4 hair note how soft, shiny, and defined their curls look after using this product, highlighting the fact that it leaves no residue in the hair. Type 2 hair runs the spectrum of waves—from looser waves to coarser, S-shaped ones. With its lightweight formula, this curl cream is ideal for anyone with type 2 wavy hair. Formulated with argan oil and hydrolyzed vegetable protein, it smooths waves while helping mend split ends. Apply to wet hair and air dry for gorgeous, defined waves. If even just looking at a product full of heavy ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil makes your hair feel greasy, opt for this super-lightweight curl cream . It's made with lightweight moisturizers, like jojoba oil, and hydrators like aloe vera, and has a light hold to give you a touch of curl definition without weighing them down. Key ingredients: Rosemary leaf extract, green tea extract, meadowfoam seed oil, PEG-40 castor oil (moisturizes without building up) This curl cream is another favorite for twist-outs. With ingredients like coconut and Vitamin E oils, it helps you style smooth, shiny, and well-defined curls with ease. Plus, it contains no parabens, sulfates, petrolatum, lanolin, or artificial colors.

THE REVIEW: "This is a VERY good curl cream for my 4c hair twists," writes one tester. "It is not greasy and it makes my hair look great." THE REVIEW: "This gel is super moisturizing for my dry hair," writes one reviewer. "I t isn't like other gels that harden and dry your hair out in the next couple of days. I also love that it never leaves residue in my hair, ever." This favorite of Taylor’s is a great option for those in search of a long-lasting hold. The shea butter formula does an incredible job of moisturizing hair while also adding definition and shine. You can expect curls that stay bouncy all day without any flakes or buildup. This lightweight cream is a drugstore favorite for a reason—its conditioning formula, which contains ginger flower essence and lime fruit, helps you score smooth, defined curls. It's also great for a variety of hair types (from wavy to tight curly), as well as those who are transitioning from permed to natural hair. THE REVIEW: "I had read that this was an amazing product that somehow magically worked for all curl types but was pretty skeptical when I put some on my hands—but to my surprise, I am so pleased with the results," writes one reviewer. "My hair looks amazing!"