Product Reviews Rated 3.44 out of 5 stars
75 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review I am OBSESSED with this!!! Turquoise: The first color I had used was the Turquoise Styling Gel. I've never dyed my hair ever because I didn't want to commit to a color nor did I want to risk ruining my curls. I fell in love with the blue in my hair from the beginning. Of course, it did not come out as a bright turquoise since I have very dark hair, but after the second application, it was very vibrant. As someone who doesn't come out of her comfort zone, it was a big deal for me. I got many compliments on the color.
Gold: This is probably my second favorite (Copper is my first!). I've always wondered how I'd look with gold in my hair, but I always figured that it wouldn't go with my complexion. But, after using the Gold Styling Gel, I definitely am looking into going blonde some day. This color came out AMAZING!!!! After diffusing, I kept staring at myself in the mirror because the gold was so bold.
Copper: Now this is my FAVORITE color! Since it's October, I decided to go with copper to try an orange hue in my hair. This color does NOT disappoint at ALL. I was not excited to try this color because I can never imagine myself with orange hair. But now my entire world has changed and this is by far my favorite color in the series.
Rose Gold: I am going to be honest. This is a very pretty color, and it smells amazing, but it was my least favorite. And it's partially my fault. In my head, I had figured that this color would be pink, however, it does come out as rose gold as the packaging says. It came out very nicely on my hair and it worked as the other colors had, I just didn't like this color as much as the other ones.
Ruby: I am currently wearing the Ruby as I recently got it to complete the Color Styling Gel series and it is RED. It's not subtle and I LOVE IT. It shines (especially in the light) and it stands out when I'm with my friends because it's SO red. I would definitely recommend.
I definitely recommend these products, the price is a bit much, but it's worth it!!!
Most Helpful Critical Review Mixed Feelings Rose gold: I tried this in the shower on wet hair. It says to apply to damp or dry hair. My shower was covered in product, but the application was easy enough. While my hair was wet, the color looked dark and wasn't showing up very well so I only did one small section, got out of the shower, dried my hair until is was just damp and continued with a second section. The section that I did wet in the shower actually ended up being more defined and vivid. It clumped and curled my hair better than most products. The damp section came out frizzy, but the color showed up pretty well too. Don't panic if you don't see the color at first. Let your hair dry completely, you should see it show up. Made my hair really shiny too. Make sure you're using something under this product to protect your hair. At least use a leave-in conditioner. I'll probably do a leave-in and moisturizer next time I use this. Maybe even a custard for hold prior to adding the color. Overall I'd try this again in the shower to get the best definition and color saturation. Smells like melon but not too sweet or strong which I loved. My hair felt dry, but not crunchy, and the color didn't transfer once dried completely. The item is pretty pricey for 3 ounces but it's the only product of its kind on the market right now so unless you want to use a stinky wax or something more permanent and damaging you'll have to make the investment. I'd recommend it and I'll probably try it again and maybe other colors too.
Reviewed by 75 customers It's good 4
Mae from Torrance,CA
I like it. I have dark, thick curly hair. The COPPER one came through. Got a lot of compliments. Only thing is that you would need to say away from water because it does rub off. My hand was wet and when I finger combed my hair, it transferred on to my hand it a big way. (It washes off pretty well). Washing it off my scalp was a different story. I had to was my hair twice to make sure it was off.
Definitely would not buy again 1
Kurly86 from Palmdale
I bought the product because I wanted to change my hair color without the damage. It is sold as non transfer when dry. Thats a lie. diffused my hair to dry i at the end of the night I forgot I had it on and laid down my pillow case was completely stained by it. My hair also felt extremely dry after using it]
I will be buying other colors 5
Lady_Kabel from San Francisco
I use this product when I'm going out and want to look a little different. I don't dye my hair at all and I have short thin hair. For me this product is good because the color payoff is better than most temporary hair colors out there.
This stuff is addicting. I love it!!!! 5
MA from Baltimore, Maryland
For chickens like me who keep it safe, and just highlight my hair, this stuff is BOMB. I have naturally black hair with ash blond highlights. I have always wanted copper or red hair but was too scared to do it. This stuff is GREAT! It's literally just a gel with pigment! But the thing I love the most is how defined, full and long my hair looks with this. I get the volume, the amazing definition and hold, and length! And it makes my hair look amazing!!! I have all the colors and my favorite would have to be the copper and ruby. The ruby is really intense on its own but nice. The copper is also very nice. I like to do a copper base and then scrunch in the ruby, it is great. And more and more pigment is added as you refresh it!! I can't stop using them!!! I also tried the others, the rose gold is also nice for that subtle pink look. The turquoise wasn't my favorite and it was sad cause it's my fave color. It's not as pigmented. But you can see a bit of a tint. It appeared gray on on my hair! The gold is great if I want my highlights to pop more. But I havent used it too much just yet. I will save it for the summer. Or when I go back to my natural look, cause I am obsessed w the copper right now haha. The lighter your hair is, the more the color will pop. But on dark hair, you just need to build it up a bit more than. Usual. So my highlights get coated fast, but I have to build up on my roots.
Definitely recommend this. It's so so fun and safe. And addicting! Love being able to switch up my looks safely and whenever. Apparently the base they use is the Shower Fixer gel Incase you are looking for a clear version like me! Haha.
Not for dark hair 3
Jacy from NJ
We love this brand and tried the gel color. My hair has thick and dark hair. We used an entire tube and it only made her hair look a little lighter. It wasn't the Rose gold color we were trying to achieve.
Loved it 5
The Don from Capital Heights, Maryland
I applied it like i would any curling gel, after washing and moisturizing my hair.
Disappointment. 3
Farahbeth from Montana
I was looking forward to giving this to my daughter. She was very excited but it didn't change her hair color at all. So disappointed.
I am OBSESSED with this!!! 5
CurlyGirl14 from NJ
Turquoise: The first color I had used was the Turquoise Styling Gel. I've never dyed my hair ever because I didn't want to commit to a color nor did I want to risk ruining my curls. I fell in love with the blue in my hair from the beginning. Of course, it did not come out as a bright turquoise since I have very dark hair, but after the second application, it was very vibrant. As someone who doesn't come out of her comfort zone, it was a big deal for me. I got many compliments on the color.
Gold: This is probably my second favorite (Copper is my first!). I've always wondered how I'd look with gold in my hair, but I always figured that it wouldn't go with my complexion. But, after using the Gold Styling Gel, I definitely am looking into going blonde some day. This color came out AMAZING!!!! After diffusing, I kept staring at myself in the mirror because the gold was so bold.
Copper: Now this is my FAVORITE color! Since it's October, I decided to go with copper to try an orange hue in my hair. This color does NOT disappoint at ALL. I was not excited to try this color because I can never imagine myself with orange hair. But now my entire world has changed and this is by far my favorite color in the series.
Rose Gold: I am going to be honest. This is a very pretty color, and it smells amazing, but it was my least favorite. And it's partially my fault. In my head, I had figured that this color would be pink, however, it does come out as rose gold as the packaging says. It came out very nicely on my hair and it worked as the other colors had, I just didn't like this color as much as the other ones.
Ruby: I am currently wearing the Ruby as I recently got it to complete the Color Styling Gel series and it is RED. It's not subtle and I LOVE IT. It shines (especially in the light) and it stands out when I'm with my friends because it's SO red. I would definitely recommend.
I definitely recommend these products, the price is a bit much, but it's worth it!!!
So cute 4
Mindy from Bakersfield California
Loved the red! It smells really nice and I like the hold as a gel! Bought the red and blue to make purple but the blue doesn't show up on dark hair:( but I loved the red so I might try the copper and gold
It works 5
Patrm from Chicago,
I use it on my hair when it's wet. Looks great. I mix colors to get the effect I want. Stays on and doesn't come off on my pillow. Just let dry.
Color didn't show very well. 1
Brownie from Lancaster pa
I got the rose gold for my brown highlighted hair. Thought the color would show well on highlights. It was barely noticeable. Made my hair very hard and crunchy even after scrunching it out.
I would NEVER get this product again 1
Jalayah from York pa
I've watched a lot of YouTube videos talking about how great this product is so I decided to give it a try and I really wish I didn't. It gets EVERYWHERE! My shirts, car, bonnet, purse it even got on my couch! I got the ruby one and my hair just looks like a big bowl of glitter 🤦🏾♀️ I hated it so much I didn't even make it a full day with it in my hair washed it right out! I would not recommend getting this it is horrible.
love LOVE love 5
Becca from Maryland
So I can't comment on how this washes out just yet, but this stuff is amazing. I got the copper and it is exactly what I wanted. Subtle, but noticeable, shiny, fabulous waves. I was apprehensive about trying a gel for my 2b waves, but it didn't weigh them down and the crunch scrunched out easier than mousse! I want every color! Curlsmith, please make this gel in purple next, and PLEASE make this gel without color.
Gel 4
Bry from Nampa, ID
Not as red as I've seen, loses color even after it has dried. Doesn't hold as well as I would like.
Don't care for it 2
C from Md
They color was all in my phone, car, etc. after dry
LOVE IT! 5
Temporary Red Head from Buford, GA
I had a lot of fun (and comments) using this gel in my hair. Can use temporary which is good for my hair that is recovering from severe breakage instead of trying to get permanent color. Plus they have other colors I want to play with.
Back again for a second review 5
Love it!!! from pA
So I reviewed the copper one a couple of weeks ago and I loved it so much that I went back and bought the gold and ruby. The gold flakes ways more than the copper but it still not so bothersome that I'd stop using it. I had it in my hair for three days (thanks to a silk sleeping cap) and it looked and felt amazing. My mom kept saying "you keep adding more to your hair... which wasn't the case. It just looked better over time. Again by the third day it was sprinkling off more than the first day but it's so low commitment (as someone who doesn't dye their (dark black) hair) that I just love it. The ruby is on my head as I type and it's so vibrant and fun! I'm going to buy the blue and the rose gold. Idc if they flake. It's not getting in my eyes or bothering me. I'm just having a blast. You definitely will find glitter on your laptop/phone if you use it often but it's like a nice glitter addition haha.
Works well but you have to use a lot 3
Crystal from Mississippi
I bought this in turquoise, and I have blonde hair. It works well, but I had to use a lot of product, so that made my hair feel a little dry and itchy. If you don't use enough or miss a spot it will look more like a swampy green. However, it was fun to have blue hair for a couple of days but I couldn't wait to wash it out. I would probably buy this in other colors just for fun. It does wash out with no issue.
Should've listened to the reviews 2
Tess from CT
Was SO excited to try this gel. I got the turquoise shade. I did my usual wash then put this gel in. I have wavy black hair a bit below my shoulders. I used at least a third of the bottle. Scrunched, let dry, and woke up the next day. Literally ZERO color. All it left was a subtle blue glitter. This glitter did transfer onto my hands but I didn't mind as it was rather pretty and came off with water.
While this product have zero color, the actual gel was fantastic. It had a great level of hold and kept my hair defined and happy for four days without need a refresh! I love curl smiths gel, but this product flopped hard.
Two stars only for quality of gel and ultas awesome customer service that gave me a full refund.
Cute color but gets everywhere, I would not recommend 2
Jessica from Los Ángeles, CA
I purchased this product because I wanted to experiment with a new hair color temporarily. I applied on wet hair. At first it didn't show much, so I let my hair dry to about 90% and reapplied more product. The color is really cute, but the mess is too much. There's pink glitter EVERYWHERE, on my hands, arms, shoulders, it's a mess. Yes, it washes off but the small traces of glitter do not. Also, the product transfers this glitter cast when you touch the hair, even after I let it dry and the next day. I can't imagine how much the other more bold and brighter colors will transfer, I seriously don't see them being reasonable for someone to use due to this issue. My second reason for the 2 star rating is because the product is very overpriced. I have a good amount of hair, and my first use of the small bottle I used 2/3rds. It's ridiculous I will only get 2 uses out of it for the price. I'm overall very disappointed with this product, and especially with the curl influencers who promoted it and said it didn't transfer, which in fact it very much does so (Manes by Mel and Bianca Renee). I will NOT be purchasing again.
Looks great on my 4c hair 5
JChi from DFW, TX
So I put my styling cream and this over it, I used the ruby and my hair turned out beautiful, I haven't colored my hair since high school, blond streaks all my hair came out, but this is a perfect alternative, I was thinking about dyeing my hair again and magically this came up on my radar. For the application it was a bit messy, but anytime you put color in your hair that's going to happen. Washed off my hands and sink easily. I twisted my hair and when I untwisted it flaked a little but nothing a quick brush off would not solve. When I scratch my head some of it would get under my fingernails. Very minor things I am willing to accept because the color is beautiful. Quick note: my hair is to my ears. I moisturized my hair midweek with this and the color is still there. One of the best decisions I made in my hair care journey and adds a bit of excitement without the commitment. I am going to try all the colors.
Great temp hair color. I'd buy again in different colors. 4
Sp from Vancouver WA
Fun to use
I really loved the color but it stained my clothes 2
Ahava from Brooklyn, NY
I really loved the product until i wore a white shirt and got red parks all over the top of it. i wore it on the second day after the application of the gel. I was hoping it wouldnt stain but i guess this was too good to be true and im really upset about it. I love how the ruby color looked on my hair but every time i even touched my hair my fingers became glittery red.. and id have to wash it off instantly. it also stained my phone, my airpods.. had to constantly rinse it off my stuff. but this gel actually RUINED my white shirt!!! i washed it in hot water and it still has red marks on it! im so disappointed. i dont want to ruin anymore clothes. :( !!!!
Great for my 4c hair 5
JChi from DFW, TX
I have 4c, high porosity, fine, medium dense hair, jaw length . This worked out great for my hair was a little messy putting on, meaning if I needed to leave restroom while doing my hair I had to wash my hands but nothing major at all. I used my own products under it, and it came out beautiful. I have compliments coming left and right. When I scratch my hair a little come off on my finger nails and when I was taking down my twist it flaked a little, but nothing too bad and definitely willing to take that with the results. I know this wasn't geared toward my hair type, but please don't change this formula I feel it works great for the kinky and coily gals.
HORRIBLE 1
Peach from GA
This product is HORRIBLE!!!! Even after my hair was dry it literally got on everything; my phone, car seat, clothes etc. Just a complete mess! I even tried washing my hair differently and using different products thinking I was doing something wrong. Nope it is the product!
