Kristin Ess Moisture Rich Curl Conditioner, 33.8 fl oz — Hydrating Detangler for Curly & Wavy Hair, Vegan Sulfate-Free

This large 33.8 fl oz conditioner is designed for wash-day moisture and easy detangling, letting you smooth strands from mid-lengths to ends while keeping your curl pattern bouncy. The formula is vegan and free from sulfates, parabens, silicones, phthalates and drying alcohols, and it’s safe for color- and keratin-treated hair. It’s part of the Curl collection, which focuses on slip, moisture and definition so you can layer styling products as needed.

How does this conditioner help curls stay hydrated without flattening them?

The conditioner balances concentrated moisturizing ingredients with lightweight slip to separate and smooth strands rather than clump or weigh them. That makes it suitable for curl types that need deep hydration but still want natural movement and volume.

• Rich emollients provide lasting moisture from mid-shaft to ends.
• Slip-enhancing ingredients ease detangling and reduce breakage.
• Formulated to avoid silicones and heavy film-formers that flatten curls.

What’s the best way to use it for detangling and definition?

Apply a generous amount to freshly washed hair, focusing on the middle lengths and ends. Use your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to gently detangle, then rinse; for extra hydration, leave a small amount in or follow with complementary styling products from the Curl line.

• Use on wet hair right after shampooing for maximum slip.
• Finger-comb or wide-tooth comb while conditioner is in hair to minimize pulling.
• Rinse fully or leave a light amount for extra conditioning before styling.

Is this safe for color-treated or chemically treated hair?

Yes — the formula is crafted to be color- and keratin-safe, so it can be used by people with dyed, highlighted, or keratin-treated hair without stripping treatment benefits. Because it’s free of sulfates and parabens, it’s a gentler choice for maintaining color longevity and smoothness.

• Sulfate-free cleansing compatibility when paired with gentle shampoos.
• Paraben-free formula reduces exposure to common preservatives.
• Silicone-free for users avoiding buildup on treated hair.

Who this is for: This oversized bottle suits anyone with curly or wavy hair who wants reliable detangling, deep hydration on wash days, and curl-friendly slip without heavy residue. It’s especially useful if you wash hair once or twice weekly, color or keratin-treat your hair, and prefer vegan, cruelty-free formulations. Pair it with other products from Kristin Ess’s Curl collection to customize moisture and hold according to your curl’s needs.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS : WATER (AQUA/EAU), CETYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), STEARYL ALCOHOL, HYDROLYZED LINSEED SEED, TOCOPHEROL, ARGININE, GLYCINE, ALANINE, SERINE, VALINE, ISOLEUCINE, PROLINE, THREONINE, HISTIDINE, PHENYLALANINE, PANTHENOL, SODIUM PCA, PCA, PHENOXYETHANOL, CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, POLYQUATERNIUM-73, GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, MYRISTYL ALCOHOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM LACTATE, ASPARTIC ACID, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, BENZYL SALICYLATE.