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DevaCurl ULTRA DEFINING GEL Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler #1
DevaCurl ULTRA DEFINING GEL Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler #1

 ULTRA DEFINING GEL Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler

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Benefits

  • Gives all curls ultimate curl flexibility
  • Provides strong hold
  • Encourages curl shape & definition
  • Controls & reduces frizz
  • Non-flaking, non-stiff, non-crunchy & has a non-drying feel on hair

Features

  • Non-flaking formula brings bounce back to your natural texture, minimizes flyaways, encourages curl clumping, improves manageability & combability
  • Dermatologist co-developed, backed by science & stylist approved
  • A crisp, uplifting juicy Bright Breeze scent that starts with notes of pomegranate, raspberry and salty melon, followed by waterlily and gardenia & finishes with sandalwood, cotton candy and musk
  • Bottle made from 50% recycled ocean bound plastics
  • Gluten-free

Formulated Without

  • SLS/SLES sulfates
  • Silicones
  • Parabens

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How To Use

  1. Rub between palms, scrunch into soaking wet curls.
  2. Do not rinse.
  3. Style as usual.
  4. Once fully dry, shake at the root and scrunch to soften the cast.

If you want another strong curl-locking blend option, Defining Spray Gel is recommended. If you want the lightest curl-locking blend, DevaCurl recommends Light Defining Gel. If you want the strongest curl-locking blend, Supreme Defining Gel is recommended.

Keep out of the reach of children. In the event of contact with eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Vp/Va Copolymer, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Polyquaternium-7, Tocopherol, Laurtrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Bisulfite, Parfum/Fragrance, Citral, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool.

As is common in the hair care industry, from time to time DevaCurl may update certain ingredients, such as preservative systems or fragrance, to improve quality, enhance the performance of the product, or to comply with the latest regulatory requirements. You should always check the product's packaging for the most up to date and accurate ingredient information.

DevaCurl products go through rigorous testing and adhere to all relevant cosmetics regulations for product safety before they reach the market.

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Review Snapshot

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Most Helpful Positive Review
Game changer

Devacurl Ultra Defining Gel has been a real game-changer for my curly hair routine. As someone with naturally curly hair, finding the right product to enhance my curls while controlling frizz has always been a challenge. After using this gel for several months, I can confidently say that it's one of...

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Mixed feelings on this product

So I got to try this DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel for free for my honest opinion from Influenster and DevaCurl. I also received the DevaCurl Diffuser to use with it. I have some mixed feelings on this product. For reference my hair is very thick, frizzy, wavy and long. I'd say it's either a 2A or 2B ...

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Curls that last

Submitted 6 months ago

By Tiff

From Annapolis, MD

Hair Type Very Curly Hair

The Deva Curl Ultra Defining Gel has a medium hold and doesn't leave your hair stiff. It smells really good. The texture is on the thinner side for gel, but not watery or runny, which makes it easy to distribute and define your curls.

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Ultra defining gel
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Ultra Defining Gel

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Smooth definition that lasts

Submitted 6 months ago

By Jacqueline

From Ballston Spa, NY

I tried this on freshly washed soaking wet hair and was pleasantly surprised by how well it defined my curls without weighing them down. It created a cast while drying, but once I scrunched it out, my hair felt much softer and still kept its shape. It also helped tame frizz, which is always a win for me.

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Defined curls without the crunch

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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My Curly Hair Routine Just got Easier!

Submitted 6 months ago

By Kyra H.

From South Carolina

Hair Type Very Curly Hair

I tried DevaCurl's Ultra Defining Gel and honestly I liked it a lot more than I expected. As a pregnant, working mom I rarely have the time or energy to put into my hair these days. But, this product is all of my hair care in one. It's defining, moisturizing and styling. As a curly hair girl, that's rare. So often products are marketed towards us, but aren't really MADE for us. Another bonus for me is that it smells fantastic. Typically with other products on the market they have a very strong, almost chemical odor. Something I can't stand, especially with a more sensitive nose, but this isn't that all. Not to mention the texture wasn't sticky. So much so that if you told me this wasn't a gel at all I'd believe you. But, boy does it work. Even in the humid South Carolina weather my curls held ALL DAY long. Honestly I could go on and on about the pros of this product but overall compared to everything else on the market this is a MUST for curly haired girls!

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My New Holy Grail Product!!
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My Finished Curly Hair

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Amazing Lightweight Gel for Defined, Shiny Curls!

Submitted 6 months ago

By Marieris

From Miami

Hair Type Very Curly Hair

I absolutely love the DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel! The lightweight gel texture feels so smooth and never leaves my hair crunchy or heavy. The scent is also amazing — fresh and pleasant without being overpowering. What I love most is how hydrated my curls feel after using it. It defines my curls beautifully while keeping them soft, bouncy, and full of life. My hair looks shiny, healthy, and frizz-free all day long. This gel has become a must-have in my curly hair routine!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Lightweight, big results!

Submitted 6 months ago

By Jocelyn

From Memphis, TN

Hair Type Very Curly Hair

The DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel has become a staple in my curl routine. I love how lightweight it feels nothing like the heavy, crunchy gels I've tried before. It gives my curls a strong, flexible hold while still keeping them soft and touchable. One of the biggest wins is how well it controls frizz, even on humid days. My curls stay defined, shiny, and bouncy, and they still look great on day two. I also appreciate that it's color‑safe, so it doesn't dull or strip my dyed curls. Overall, it's a reliable, curl friendly gel that enhances texture without weighing hair down.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Q&A

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How is this different from the quench gel
Asked by Donna
Official Answer By DevaCurl - Brand Engage
Hi! Our Ultra Defining Gel provides a strong hold with a non-crunch finish that defines curls, fights frizz, and enhances shine and bounce. It features a curl-locking blend that creates a defined cast without flaking. The Quench’n Define Gel is specifically designed for dry, medium to coarse waves, curls, and coils. It delivers strong hold while also locking in moisture for up to 5 days, helping enhance elongation and shine. It’s ideal for wash-and-go styles or protective styling and performs well even in high humidity. Both offer strong hold without crunch, but Quench’n Define focuses more on added moisture and elongation for drier curl types.Was this answer helpful to you
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where is the fragrance free form of this?
Asked by lucyblue
Official Answer By DevaCurl - Brand Engage
Hi there! The fragrance-free option for this item is currently not available to purchase on the Ulta website however, you can find it on the DevCurl website.Was this answer helpful to you