TLDR Review: Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Gel and Cream Duo
Pros
- •Leaves curls, even toddler’s wild ones, soft and manageable without stiffness.
- •Controls frizz effectively without making curls hard, crunchy, or dry.
- •Enhances curl definition beautifully, especially for type 3b and 3c curls.
- •Does not leave any white residue, keeping hair looking natural and fresh.
- •Pleasant scent adds to a nice haircare experience.
- •Provides good protection against windy conditions, helping curls stay in place.
- •Considered higher quality compared to other brands by many users.
- •Great for children’s hair, making styling easier and less stressful for parents.
- •Maintains curl definition for hours when hair is air dried after application.
- •Users report high satisfaction and plan to repurchase.
Cons
- •Feels sticky when applied on hands, though this stickiness doesn't transfer to hair.
- •Sometimes the performance is inconsistent, working well one day and less so another.
- •Causes hair to take longer to dry, which might be inconvenient for some.
- •May be less effective on hair with a high percentage of gray strands (around 75%).
- •Customers expecting two creams might be surprised to get one gel and one cream in the ack.
- •Some users haven’t tried the gel yet, so feedback on that portion is limited.
Bottom Line
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Frizz Control Sculpting Gel and Defining Cream offers a solid frizz-fighting and curl-defining formula that keeps curls soft, well-shaped, and naturally beautiful—especially effective for type 3 curls and children’s hair. If you don’t mind waiting a bit longer for your hair to dry and want a product that won’t leave crunchy residue or dryness, this is a smart choice. However, if your hair is mostly gray or you want completely consistent results every time, you might want to explore options tailored for gray hair or more specialized gels. Overall, this 2-pack delivers great value with proven curl-enhancing power.
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