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In-Shower Style Fixer

$38.00

Styler Gel Extreme Hold
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An extreme strong hold styling gel that provides long-lasting definition, humidity protection and shine for all curls.
Protein free formula
Boosts healthy looking shine
Suitable for curl & texture types (Wavy, Curly, Coily)
Enter quantity between 1 and 2122
Product Specifications
Product type:

Styler

Format:

Gel

Best for:

Medium to Coarse Textures

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Reviews

The Formula

Our mission is to provide clean, effective products that help you achieve the curls of your dreams. We’re constantly looking for feedback and finding ways to improve on existing formulas to deliver better results and experiences to our community.

Apricot Kernel Oil
Obtained from the seeds of the fruit, this light oil is seen as an incredible moisturizer due to its richness in vitamins and minerals.
Resurrection Flower
Desert plant that survives up to 3 years without water, known for its moisture-retention properties.
Avocado Oil
One of the few oils that can penetrate the hair, delivering intense moisture from within.

How to use

Step 1
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Rub the product between your hands and apply on soaking wet hair.

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Step 2
2

Use the “raking/praying hands method” to evenly spread the product throughout your strands.

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Step 3
3

Select your desired styling method (scrunch/fingercurls/shingle) to enhance and define.

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Step 4
4

Air dry or diffuse. Avoid touching your hair excessively while drying as this will create frizz. Once completely dry, scrunch to 'break the light cast' using an oil or serum to make your hair soft and bouncy.

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Build Your Routine

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Step 1: Shampoo

Essential Moisture Shampoo

$35.50

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Step 2: Condition

Essential Moisture Conditioner

$35.50

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Step 3: Leave-In

Weightless Air Dry Cream

$36.50

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Step 4:
Styler

In-Shower Style Fixer

$38.00

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Step 5: Treatment

Bonding Oil

$40.50

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Best suited to:
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Benefit:
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Type:
Styler
Format:
Gel
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Overall rating: 4.543027 / 5 from 674 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The In-Shower Style Fixer is highly regarded for its strong hold, humidity protection, and frizz elimination. Customers love its ability to define curls and provide a shiny, healthy look. However, some users report mixed feelings about the texture and smell.

Summary topics

  • Gel Quality (22%): Based on many customers, the gel is highly loved and considered the best gel ever, with great quality.
  • Hold Strength (9%): Customers keep praising the cast for its ability to create strong hold and long-lasting curls.
  • Frizz Elimination (5%): Customers appreciated the product for its ability to eliminate frizz, making curls and waves more defined and shiny.
  • Product Smell (6%): It was observed by customers that the product smells amazing, with many describing it as wonderful and pleasant.
  • Curl Definition (9%): It was reported by customers that the product gives great definition to their curls and leaves them soft.

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Review highlights

  • "Smells great, really strong hold, and doesn't weigh down my long hair" — Hanna W.
  • "It gives the best definition and shine and long lasting curls." — Arpita
  • "It does have a strong cast, so I use the bonding oil to break the gel cast and add shine and the curls look amazing." — Christina B.

Reviews

Took A Long Time To Find Perfection - Let Me Save You Time!

"Years...that is how long it's taken me to find the perfect styler. Actually decades. Curlsmith is my absolute favorite for a balance of moisture, shine, and control. My wash and go now lasts for several days and the In-Shower Style Fixer is a game changer for me! The scent is sweet and mild and the high quality ingredients (in all of their products that I use) have made a difference for my hair. FINALLY!"

— Jubal V. (5/5)

Holy Grail

"Genuinely my holy grail it will hold my hair in a cast for a week, running track in florida heat, walking to class and anything else my curls will stay the whole time. I’m absolutely obsessed! I use the Miss Jessie’s Pillow soft curls leave in, the pink bounce curl brush and diffuse it keeps its cast, definition, volume and shine."

— 😁 (5/5)

I love it

"I love this gel. This is my third bottle; it doesn't leave my hair feeling crunchy or stiff, but it keeps frizz under control and helps the definition last longer. For reference: I have wavy hair—types 2b, 2c, and sometimes 3a. My hair is medium-thickness, and I have an oily scalp."

— Vick (5/5)

I love this stuff!

"I use this in the shower and comb it through, then wrap my head in a microfiber towel while I finish showering. later, all I have to do is comb it out, scrunch, air dry and I have fantastic looking wavy curls. a little goes a long way - I have lower than shoulder length thick hair and a dime to nickel sized dab is perfect for me."

— Jill (5/5)

Great hold without frizz

"I love this gel! It gives my curls a really strong, stiff hold and keeps the frizz away. My curls stay defined and actually last without getting fluffy throughout the day. Definitely one of my favorites when I want a good cast and long lasting definition!"

— Casey F. (5/5)

It works i guess but it felt horrible

"I was excited to try this but the hold was so strong it made my hair sticky AND matted together. Trying to wash it out took forever and made it worse before it got better."

— Cam (2/5)

Gel that truly HOLDS!

"I can honestly say this is my favorite long lasting hold gel EVER! A little is all you need. I use it in combination with the volume foam. I can go days without so much as a refresh."

— Lori (5/5)

Currently I found the best option for my curls

"I’m so glad that I found the perfect product for my curls. I have thick, dense curls and w leave in Florida. High humidity makes it job. All what I use before just makes my hair even more heavy and all curls was loose. In Shower Style Fix it works perfectly for me and my curls. 3 days curls are possible."

— Lily (5/5)

GREAT FOR WAVY OR CURLY GIRLS!

"This In-Shower Stye Fixer works amazingly to get defined curls. Hair dries somewhat stiff but combs out easily. A little goes a long way!"

— Ellen E. (5/5)

Best Gel!

"Love this gel! Makes a amazing cast. Excellent hold."

— kirste f. (5/5)

Q&A

Why does it make my hair feel dry after I apply it? Do I need to add a curl cream before, i have fine 3b/3c curly hair with a medium to high density.
Hi Maya, Thanks for reaching out to us. The dryness you're experiencing after using the In-Shower Style Fixer could be due to a few reasons. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
Can you PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make this in a jumbo size?
Hi Lisa, We appreciate your feedback and will definitely consider introducing a jumbo size for the In-Shower Style Fixer in the future. Your input helps us improve our products to better meet your needs. If you have any more ideas or questions, feel free to reach out again. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
Does the product (In-shower style fixer) contain Methylisothiazolinone? Some online sites state it does but your official website doesn't have it ....has it been reformulated? - It was awesome on my hair but caused me rashes and itching on my skin.
Hi Camille, Thanks for reaching out to us. Regarding your inquiry about the presence of Methylisothiazolinone in our product, we understand your concern. Our team takes product safety and customer satisfaction seriously. Our official website accurately reflects the current formulation of our products, and at present, our In-shower Style Fixer does not contain Methylisothiazolinone. Full ingredients can be found on the product page at the bottom. If you have additional questions. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
If I wanted to use a leave in conditioner and a heat protectant spray. Would you do that all before or after the shower styler?
These would be applied prior to your styling gel! I hope this helps
Can this product be used in dry climate/dry air?
Hi Madisson, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We would love to assist you in finding the best product for your hair type. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
Hi! I have the weightless air dry cream and the in shower style fixer. I was wondering what order I should apply these products? Do I apply the style fixer in the shower first then then air dry cream out of the shower or the other way around?
Apply the Weightless Air Dry Cream first and then In Shower Fixer!
So..whats my answer on the Style Balm ? My barber used the #1 seemed fine I use on the ends of my hippie long/thick hair [75yrs old].She use the #10 this last time.maybe a bit much[curley,but a bit tangle prone]She thought it might be a bit much.Just interested in THIS for starter and web site was too much info for me.Mostly just pony tail usage.
This is an extreme hold styling gel, great to define your curls and keep the hold for long, no matter the weather.
Is it color safe?
All our products are color safe
Hi! Been using this gel for a couple of weeks trying to get the hang of it. If it feels waxy on my hair and it’s almost hard to take fingers through my hair, does that mean I’m using too much? I have 3b curls and when I touch them when dry, they feel waxy. Thank you,
Hi! Ensure you are applying to soaking wet curls and applying to sectioned hair - Once they are completely dry you just need to gently "scrunch" your hair upwards to break the cast and reveal soft, defined curls! You can even use a couple of drops of oil to scrunch out the cast and leave the hair even more soft and shiny.
I see this has glycerin in it. I thought glycerin was a no no for high humidity but this says it provides humidity protection
This is a styling gel that helps to lock in moisture