Aveda Smooth Infusion Perfectly Sleek Styling Cream for Curly & Coily Hair, 5 fl oz — Heat‑Activated, Silicone‑Free

Aveda Smooth Infusion Perfectly Sleek is a heat-activated, silicone-free styling cream that smooths naturally curly and coily hair into sleek, frizz-resistant styles until your next wash.

This lightweight, plant-powered formula blends conditioning murumuru butter, botanical smoothing oils and a plant polymer shield to reduce frizz, defend against humidity and protect hair during heat styling up to 450°F. Designed for textured hair types, it tames surface flyaways and enhances manageability during blowouts or silk presses while preserving the natural curl or coil pattern when hair returns to its untreated state.

How does this cream tame frizz and resist humidity?

The product uses a botanical polymer barrier and oil blend that temporarily repels moisture and smooths the hair cuticle. Because it’s silicone-free, the smoothing comes from plant-derived ingredients that coat and condition rather than heavy synthetic silicones.

• Invisible plant polymer helps block ambient humidity from lifting the cuticle
• Botanical smoothing oils create slip for easier styling and longer-lasting sleekness
• Murumuru butter restores moisture and reduces tactile frizz without weighing hair down

Will it damage my curls or permanently change my texture?

This styling cream is heat-activated to assist temporary straightening but does not permanently alter curl or coil structure. When you wash your hair, your natural pattern returns because the formulation provides reversible styling support rather than chemical restructuring.

• Heat-activated performance for temporary sleek styles
• No permanent chemical straightening agents included
• Designed to protect elasticity while smoothing during styling

How does it protect hair during heat styling and detangling?

Formulated to shield strands from mechanical breakage and thermal stress, the cream reduces friction from combing and lowers the risk of heat damage during blow-drying and flat-ironing. It protects up to 450°F when used as directed.

• Protects from breakage caused by combing and styling heat
• Supports smoother surface for less resistance during flat ironing
• Works best applied to clean, towel-dried, detangled hair before blow-drying

How should I use it for a silk press or sleek blowout?

Apply a small amount to clean, towel-dried and detangled hair, focusing on mid-lengths to ends. Blow-dry to smooth the cuticle, then flat-iron in controlled sections for a polished finish. Adjust amount by hair thickness and porosity.

• Start with a dime-to-quarter sized amount for medium-length hair; increase for thicker hair
• Distribute evenly from mid-lengths to ends, avoiding the scalp for lightweight hold
• Blow-dry fully before flat-ironing to achieve best sleek results

Who is this for: Aveda Smooth Infusion Perfectly Sleek is intended for people with naturally curly, coily or highly textured hair who want a temporary smooth, straight style—such as silk presses or sleek blowouts—without silicones or permanent chemical straightening. It’s a match for anyone seeking plant-derived ingredients, humidity resistance, heat protection up to 450°F, and a conditioning finish that returns to natural texture after washing. Ideal for clients and at-home stylers who prioritize vegan formulas, scent from pure botanical essences, and visible frizz control during styling routines.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Propanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Diheptyl Succinate, Dioctyldodecyl Dodecanedioate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Citrullus Lanatus (watermelon) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea) Butter, Linum Usitatissimum (linseed) Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (rosemary) Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus (sunflower) Seed Wax, Helianthus Annuus (sunflower) Seed Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Extract, Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer, Jojoba Esters, Brassicyl Valinate Esylate, Brassica Campestris/aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Isoamyl Laurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Triheptanoin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Calcium Gluconate, Polyglycerin-3, Glucose, Xylitol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Caprylic Acid, Arachidyl Alcohol, Brassica Alcohol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Behenyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Capryloyl Glycerin/sebacic Acid Copolymer, C15-19 Alkane, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, C9-12 Alkane, Dilinoleic Acid/butanediol Copolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 80, Citric Acid, Fragrance (parfum), Limonene, Isoeugenol, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate, Farnesol, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral, Benzyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Sodium Phytate, Potassium Sorbate, T-butyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol ILN50159 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.