Such a great gel for
"Such a great gel for a nice hard hold. It's application is easy and makes my routine easy and even keeps the bounce in my wavy hair. Love this and the whole line. Thank you for all the amazing products you make"
In-Shower Style Fixer
Styler
Gel
Extreme Hold
In-Shower Style Fixer
An extreme strong hold styling gel that provides long-lasting definition, humidity protection and shine for all curls.
$38.00
Size
Enter quantity between 1 and 1374
In-Shower Style Fixer
Product Description
| Who is it for? | All Curl and Texture Types |
| Best for? | Medium to Coarse Textures |
| Format | Gel |
| Hold Level | 10 |
Heads up! We’re giving our packaging a fresh new look. While we transition, your order might show up looking a little different than the pictures—but don’t worry, it’s still the same great product inside!
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Ingredients
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.
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...
How to use
Step 1
Rub the product between your hands and apply on soaking wet hair.
Step 2
Use the “raking/praying hands method” to evenly spread the product throughout your strands.
Step 3
Select your desired styling method (scrunch/fingercurls/shingle) to enhance and define.
Step 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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Overall rating: 4.544901 / 5 from 657 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%
- Hold Strength: 9%
- Frizz Elimination: 5%
- Product Smell: 6%
- Curl Definition: 9%
Review topics: ["look","results","smells","feels","pieces","works","styler","hold","gel","hair","curls","cast","definition","curlsmith","waves","frizz","cream","bottle","grail","crunch","routine","become","amount","volume"].
Review highlights
- "Smells great, really strong hold, and doesn't weigh down my long hair" —
- "It gives the best definition and shine and long lasting curls." —
- "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." —
Reviews
Even for thin but dense curls!
"I love this product as a one and done! Other than a leave in I out this in and get great hold, curl and longevity! I got 5 great hair down days and day 6 was ‘I need to wear it up but still looked good)! I was afraid to use this at first because it’s so thick and thought it was too heavy but it’s not! Try it!!!"
I use this product once
"I use this product once a week alongside the weightless air dry cream for several weeks. I finally gave up and started using a drug store brand and the texture and affect was unbelievable. Three products that approximately costs five to ten dollars individually offered incredible, hold that improved my hairs texture in overall look immensely. However, the curlsmith line offered poor hold to my mixed colored hair. Product works on definition but offers temporary and uneven hold. Doesn't work if you have any hair that could even marginally be considered 'coily' and the majority of the character sticks of my hair texture are curly. Do not use this product if you have any amount of ethnic background that isn't european. My hair is malleable in the product still worked poorly for me. Wouldn't try again and I would want my money back if possible. I genuinely regret my purchase Photos: Yellow walls, drugstore brand; brown sofa, curlsmith"
Strong hold for sure!
"This is a very strong hold gel. It is the only thing that gets my curls to last several days. A little goes a very long way! It smells amazing."
Formula changed
"It seems like the formula has changed along with the packaging. Not sure if it works the same as it used to"
Disappointing no hold, frizz causing gel
"This product did not live up to my expectations. It made my frizzy hair more rough and frizzy. I will not be buying this again. I was not happy with this as it is marketed to have strong hold, but it did not hold my hair well and it felt heavy after the drying."
Tames the frizz
"This does a great job taming the frizz and keeping my curls for a few extra days before my hair goes “poof”! I’m still playing around finding the right amount, but so far “more is better” seems to be the rule."
Strong
"Amazing strong hold, my curls look just as good at the end of the day as they did at the beginning."
On balance, a great product
"Great product that holds my curls all day without frizz. I’ve been using it for at least a year. Has anyone else noticed lately (my last 2 or 3 bottles) that there are solid little pieces in the product? They weren’t there in past bottles. Sometimes they clog the opening and that gets frustrating. I love the product, but don’t love those little pieces."
An Unexpected Miracle
"I have 3b low porosity/low density curls that have been my arch nemesis for years. I'm never satisfied with how they look super defined and producty OR with lighter creams that don't define and look greasy. It's been a battle. The In-Shower Style Fixer is AMAZING for my hair!!! I apply this (and only this - no leave-in) to damp hair - NOT soaking wet and apply barely a pea-size amount to each of four sections. I air dry and actually get a cast!! The ever-elusive cast! Once dry and scrunched, my curls are defined, soft and don't feel gunky with product! I feel like I've finally found my Holy Grail and finally feel confident with my curls. Thank you, Curlsmith!"
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
