Not Your Mother's Curl Defining Spray Gel & Cream 2-Pack — Rice Curl Complex, lightweight hold and frizz control

Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Defining Spray Gel and Defining Cream is a two-step styling duo that enhances curl shape, controls frizz, and adds shine without weighing hair down.

This two-piece set pairs a lightweight spray gel with a hydrating defining cream, both built around a Rice Curl Complex to support curl retention and manageability. The formulas aim to boost definition for waves through tight coils, keep color-treated strands safe, and deliver hold and moisture with ingredients selected to avoid silicones and drying alcohols. Ideal for daily styling or refresh days, the combination gives you flexible structure from the spray gel and creamier moisture from the defining cream.

How do these products work together to shape curls?

The spray gel provides initial hold and lift for fine to medium textures while the defining cream seals in moisture and smooths the curl surface. Use the spray gel on damp hair to encourage clumping and root volume; follow with a small amount of cream on mid-lengths and ends to reduce frizz and add sheen. Together they create structure without stiffness.

• Spray gel: mist through sections for even coverage and light hold
• Defining cream: emulsify between palms and scrunch into ends
• Layering: gel first for hold, cream for moisture and shine
• Finish: diffuse or air-dry to set defined curls

Will this set work on color-treated or natural textured hair?

Both formulas are designed to be gentle on color-treated and natural hair types. They avoid harsh alcohols and silicones, so they won’t strip dye or build heavy residue, making them compatible with delicate textures and chemical treatments. The Rice Curl Complex helps hydrate and maintain curl patterns across a range of porosities.

• Safe for color-treated hair: formulated without drying alcohol
• Good for natural textures: supports coils, curls, and waves
• Hydration-focused: Rice, keratin amino acids, and enzymes
• Lightweight finish: avoids heavy buildup on strands

How should I use the spray gel and cream for best results?

Apply to clean, detangled, damp hair. Spray the gel evenly, concentrating at roots and mid-lengths for lift and definition; then smooth a small amount of cream through lengths and ends to lock in moisture and minimize flyaways. Adjust quantities based on hair density and porosity to avoid over-application.

• Start with towel-blotted hair for even product absorption
• Use 2–6 sprays of gel depending on hair thickness
• Apply pea-sized cream amounts, increasing as needed
• Style by scrunching, finger-coiling, or diffusing on low heat

What are the key ingredients and sensory details?

The central technology is a Rice Curl Complex combining rice extracts, keratin amino acids, and supportive enzymes to help hair feel conditioned and look defined. A Superfood Oil Blend in the spray gel adds subtle shine and hydration without weighing fine curls; the cream carries a citrus jasmine scent for a fresh, bright finish. Both products are cruelty-free and formulated without silicones or drying alcohols.

• Rice Curl Complex: hydration and curl support
• Superfood Oil Blend: shine and lightweight moisture
• Citrus jasmine fragrance in the cream for a pleasant scent
• Free of silicones, drying alcohols, and cruelty

Who is this for: This duo is made for anyone with wavy to coily hair who wants defined, touchable curls without heavy residue. It suits people with fine curls who need lift, as well as thicker textures seeking moisture and frizz control, and is appropriate for both natural and color-treated hair. If you want a flexible hold plus conditioning in one routine, this two-pack offers a simple, everyday approach to shaping and maintaining your curls.