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Ultra Defining Gel

Strong Hold Non-Crunch Styler
Regular price $12
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4.1 (505 reviews)

Definition without the crunch. This non-flaking, medium hold gel defines with hold, controls frizz, and enhances shine and bounce without stickiness.

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Definition without the crunch—our ULTRA DEFINING GEL delivers medium hold and provides definition hold for up to 72 hours* while not weighing curls down. This formula adds shine and offers humidity resistance for up to 72 hours* while enhancing curl body. 
 
*vs. untreated hair in high humidity conditions

Dermatologist Co-Developed

Our formulas are dermatologist co-developed, backed by science and stylist approved for curls.

Ultra Defining Gel 101

CURL COMMUNITY REVIEWS

Overall rating: 4.059406 / 5 from 505 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Ultra Defining Gel offers strong hold and non-crunch styling, praised for its amazing curl definition and soft finish. However, some users reported dryness and frizz, and mixed opinions exist about its hold and scent.

Summary topics

  • Formula Strength (8%): A small number of customers pointed out that the formula of the product is too strong and unpleasant.
  • Gel Quality (23%): Many customers appreciated the gel, stating that it is the best gel they have ever used or tried.
  • Curl Appearance (6%): Customers expressed appreciation for the look of the product, with many stating that it made their curls look amazing.
  • Curl Hold (16%): A significant number of customers stated that the DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel holds curls amazingly.
  • Hair Feel (5%): It was noted by customers that this product made their hair feel great, natural, and amazing.

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Review highlights

  • "Don’t need any touch up and no crunch feels great." — Marlenie
  • "Leaves my hair feeling great for the whole day." — Marlenie
  • "It made my hair feel great and nice." — AlexaP

Reviews

Don’t like the feel

"I really wanted to like this product, but I do not. It does make my curls look nice after they dry, however my hair feels gross to the touch. The curls feel like straw while my scalp and face feels oily. There is no two day curl, let alone three day. I have tried using it multiple ways and combining it with multiple other products, but could not get past the feel of it."

— Casey F. (2/5)

Runny

"The ultra defining gel in the pump container is runny compared to the smaller bottle without a pump. The gel in the smaller bottle is much thicker and holds the curl much better."

— Mindy I. (3/5)

LOVE IT!!!!

"Absolutely in love with the bounce and shine my curls receive from using Deva Cutl 🙌💯👍"

— Ken C. (5/5)

Happy curls

"Defines my curls which make me very happy."

— Trudy E. (5/5)

This gel is just ok.

"This gel is just ok. I wish you would bring back the Supreme. That’s really the only gel that supported my wonky head if straight, flat, wavy and curly hair"

— Deborah S. (2/5)

Great product

"I love this product, really defines your curl!"

— Phyllis R. (5/5)

Defining Gel Consistency

"The Ultra Defining Gel is pure liquid, not a gel. Is this how you are manufacturing it? I have used Deva Products since 2003. Went into NYC until the pandemic to get my hair cut and colored. Tried another brand the last 2 yrs but prefer Deva. Wondering about this consistency of the defining gel."

— Susan W. (3/5)

Return

"I returned the ultra defining gel with your return label I have not received my money"

— Judy R. (5/5)

"I love that it starts out casting crispy, but works out easily to bouncy curls!"

— Cheryl (5/5)

service lacking

"I contacted customer service to initiate a return and no one responded. In addition, when the product arrived it had leaked inside the box."

— Cathleen O. (1/5)

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