Everything you need to know about Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Anti-Frizz Curl Defining Gel

What it is

This product is a gel intended to manage and shape curls by reducing frizz. It aims to provide a soft hold without leaving a crunchy residue, while also adding moisture.

Key ingredients and their functions

• PVP/VA Copolymer - film former
• Glycerin - humectant
• Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein - conditioning agent
• Polyquaternium 7 - conditioning agent
• Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil - emollient
• Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil - emollient
• Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Crosspolymer - thickening agent
• Aminomethylpropanol - pH adjuster

How it works

This gel formulation leverages the film-forming abilities of PVP/VA Copolymer to help maintain curl shape and provide a flexible hold that reduces frizz. The inclusion of Glycerin serves as a humectant, helping to draw moisture into the hair, while Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein and Polyquaternium 7 both function as conditioning agents, potentially smoothing and improving the feel of hair. Emollients like Avocado Oil and Sweet Almond Oil are included to add moisture and softness without greasiness. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Crosspolymer helps to provide a desired texture to the gel, and Aminomethylpropanol adjusts the pH to ensure product stability and performance.

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