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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
Item 2581903
- 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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Reviews
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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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Works well once you get the hang of it
I bought this gel on the recommendation of my stylist. He uses it on me and my curls pop! For me, however, it is an experiment in progress. It seems best applied to dripping wet hair - great for warm weather but not for winter! Additionally, as a person with medium to thin hair, I can't apply too much. It would be over-crunchy. I use up to about a teaspoon, smoothing it into my hair with my palms and then scrunching all over. I allow it to air dry and then re-scrunch most of the hair, raking and shaking the top only. My curls become more defined after the first day and last about 3 days. I gave it 4 stars because it works pretty well once you figure out how to use it.
Love it!
Hair Type Wavy Hair
I love this product!!
Nope
Hair Type Wavy Hair
I have fine but thick hair, wavy on the bottom (Irish hair type iyktyk). This was drying , did nothing for waves/curls. Would not recommend, returned.
I found what I needed.
Hair Type Wavy Hair
My daughter has wavy hair, sometimes it gets curly, she loves her curly hair and several products I had tried hadn't worked, but this one was amazing, she loved the result and it's very easy to use.

The best gel I've tried yet
Hair Type Wavy Hair
This gel keeps my curls defined and soft. Great all-day hold. No flakes, less frizz, and my wash days last much longer! Would definitely recommend.
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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
- Q
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