CURLSMITH Curl Defining Styling Soufflé — Strong-Hold Gel-Custard, 16 oz, Frizz Control & Shine

CURLSMITH Curl Defining Styling Soufflé is a vegan, strong-hold custard-gel that sculpts defined, shiny curls while locking in moisture and reducing frizz.

This award-winning styling soufflé blends rich emollients like Babassu and Avocado oils into a semi-solid, jell-o texture that spreads easily through wet or damp hair. It creates a firm cast as it dries—sometimes feeling crunchy at first—so you can build lasting definition and structure without sacrificing softness after you scrunch out the cast. The formula is color-safe, vegan-certified, and free from sulfates, silicones, and drying alcohols, making it suitable for many curl care routines.

How will this soufflé affect my curl shape and hold?

The soufflé delivers strong, buildable hold that preserves curl pattern and reduces frizz throughout the day. It forms a drying cast to lock shape, which you can soften by scrunching out once fully dry, revealing bouncy, touchable curls.

• Hold level: 8 (strong) for long-lasting definition.
• Buildable gel-custard texture for customized firmness.
• Creates a cast that you scrunch out for softness and shine.
• Maintains curl pattern without crunchy residue once finished.

Will it keep my hair hydrated and shiny without weighing it down?

The formula is enriched with Babassu and Avocado oils to hydrate strands while sealing moisture, helping curls appear glossy and smooth. Despite rich emollients, the soufflé is designed to deliver moisture without heavy buildup when used in appropriate amounts.

• Babassu oil for lightweight hydration and manageable slip.
• Avocado oil to support shine and softness.
• Semi-solid texture spreads evenly to avoid greasy spots.
• Color-safe and free of drying alcohols to protect treated hair.

How do I apply the Curl Defining Styling Soufflé for best results?

Work the soufflé through clean, wet or damp hair section by section, distributing from roots to ends for even hold and definition. Allow hair to air-dry or diffuse; once fully dry, gently scrunch out the cast with fingertips or a small amount of oil or serum to soften and add shine.

• Apply to wet or damp hair for best curl formation.
• Use a pea-to-quarter sized amount depending on hair length and thickness.
• Diffuse or air-dry fully before scrunching out the cast for softness.
• Finish with oil or serum to boost shine and tame any remaining frizz.

Is this product suitable for all curl types and routines?

The soufflé is formulated to accommodate a wide range of curl textures, from loose waves to tight coils, thanks to its buildable hold and moisturizing base. It works well in wash-and-go routines, twist-outs, or to refresh styled curls, though application quantity should be adjusted by hair density and porosity.

• Recommended for all curl types—waves to coils.
• Adjust amount for fine, medium, or coarse hair.
• Pairs with leave-in conditioners, creams, or oils in multi-step routines.
• Vegan and cruelty-free for conscious curl care choices.

Who is this for: CURLSMITH Curl Defining Styling Soufflé is ideal for anyone seeking a reliable, strong-hold styling product that emphasizes definition, shine, and long-lasting structure without sacrificing hydration. Choose it if you want a vegan, color-safe custard that supports diverse curl patterns and fits into wash-and-go or styling routines that include scrunching out a cast for a softer finish.

Features include: keeps curls bouncy and shiny; designed to provide moisturized, defined curls that last; for beautifully smoothed styled curls; a silky custard formulated with Babassu oil known for its moisturizing properties; vegan and cruelty-free.

Ingredients

ZERO SPOONS OF: SULPHATES, PARABENS, SILICONES, MINERAL OILS, PHTHALATES, DEA. WATER (AQUA), GLYCERIN, BABASSU OIL POLYGLYCERYL-4 ESTERS, SORBITOL, CHONDRUS CRISPUS (IRISH MOSS) POWDER, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), LINUM USITATISSIMUM (LINSEED) SEED EXTRACT, CARAPA GUAIANENSIS (ANDIROBA) SEED OIL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) LEAF EXTRACT, SALVIA OFFICINALIS (SAGE) LEAF EXTRACT, PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL*, SELAGINELLA LEPIDOPHYLLA (RESURRECTION FLOWER) EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS (ALOE VERA) LEAF JUICE, OCIMUM BASILICUM (BASIL) LEAF EXTRACT, PIPER NIGRUM (BLACK PEPPER) SEED EXTRACT, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, GLYCERYL UNDECYLENATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, DISODIUM EDTA, CITRIC ACID, LIMONENE, LINALOOL. *organic ingredients Our mission is to provide clean, effective products that help you achieve the curls of your dreams. We’re constantly looking for feedback and finding ways to improve on existing formulas to deliver better results and experiences to our community. This means that our ingredient lists may vary for a period of time as we improve them. For the most accurate ingredient list, please refer to the one printed on the package.