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Summary
DevaCurl's ULTRA DEFINING GEL Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler gives you definition without the crunch. This non-flaking formula with a strong curl-locking blend provides a non-sticky curl cast that defines, fights frizz, and amplifies shine and bounce.
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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- Rub between palms, scrunch into soaking wet curls.
- Do not rinse.
- Style as usual.
- 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.
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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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...
Most Helpful Critical Review
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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Light definition and a lot of movement
Hair Type Very Curly Hair
My hair is curly and I usually have a lot of frizz, so I tried this gel by applying it to damp hair and letting it dry naturally. Although when applying it I felt that I had no product because it is very light, the final result surprised me a lot. It left my hair with very good definition, volume and movement, especially at the ends, without leaving the hard layer typical of many gels. It also helped a lot with frizz and the hair felt manageable and light. I really liked the smell. I would especially recommend it if used together with good hydration or your styling cream for better results, since I felt the tips a little dry. Even so, it had been a long time since I saw my hair so defined and with so much movement.



Soft, Defined & Frizz-Free Curls All Day
Hair Type Very Curly Hair
As someone with naturally curly hair, I'm always looking for products that define my curls without making them feel crunchy or weighed down, and the DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel really impressed me. It gave my curls beautiful definition, reduced frizz, and left my hair looking soft, shiny, and bouncy. I also loved that the hold lasted throughout the day without feeling stiff. A little product goes a long way, and it worked especially well when applied to soaking wet hair before diffusing. My curls felt hydrated, smooth, and more manageable after styling. Definitely a great option for anyone wanting defined, healthy-looking curls with flexible hold!
Defined Curls Without Feeling Stiff
Hair Type Wavy Hair
Defined Curls Without I tried the DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel on both my hair and my husband's since we both have longer curly hair, though his curls are much tighter than mine. We were both impressed with how well it worked for our different curl patterns. For my hair, it added definition without feeling stiff or crunchy. I applied it to soaking wet hair after conditioning, let it air dry, and noticed less frizz with softer, more defined curls. After scrunching out the cast, my hair still felt touchable. My husband's curlier hair can get frizzy or weighed down easily, but this gel helped define his curls without feeling heavy or sticky. We both liked that it provided hold without the hard gel feeling. Overall, this is a great medium-hold gel for soft, natural-looking definition. I received this product in exchange for leaving my honest review.Feeling Stiff


Great for Summer time
Hair Type Very Curly Hair
I absolutely love the DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel! The consistency is perfect, not too heavy or sticky, and the smell is amazing. It keeps my curls defined, soft, and hydrated without making my hair feel crunchy. Definitely one of my favorite products for maintaining healthy, bouncy curls.
Perfect Gel for My Curl Journey
Hair Type Very Curly Hair
I recently cut off all my hair and honestly had no clue how to style it or get my curls to look defined. The Quench'N Define Gel has been a lifesaver! It gives me soft hold without crunch, keeps my curls looking fresh all day, and really helps bring out my natural texture. I love that DevaCurl is stylist-approved and rooted in curl science. It feels like the brand actually understands the curl journey, and this gel gave me the confidence to rock my short curls with pride.


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How is this different from the quench gel
- Asked by Donna
- Official Answer By DevaCurl - Brand EngageHi! 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 EngageHi 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