Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Curl-Defining Gel & Frizz Control Lotion Duo — Extra-Strong Hold, Lightweight Hydration

Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Lasting Definition Gel and Frizz Control Lotion is a two-step curl system that pairs a flash-freeze extra-strong gel with a lightweight moisturizing lotion to define curls, tame frizz, and retain shape without sticky residue.

Designed for curly and textured hair, this duo combines a high-hold gel formula with a nourishing lotion enriched with Black Castor and superfood oils. Both products include a Rice Curl Complex—rice proteins, keratin amino acids, and enzymes—to support curl retention and resilience. The set is silicone-, paraben-, and dye-free and safe for natural and color-treated hair, offering a citrus jasmine scent while focusing on definition and manageable texture.

How does the gel create long-lasting curl definition?

The Lasting Definition Flash Freeze Gel delivers an extra-strong hold that locks curl pattern in place while resisting humidity and motion. It’s formulated to set curls quickly without leaving a heavy, sticky film, letting strands keep bounce and movement.

• Flash-freeze action for immediate hold and shape retention
• Extra-strong but brushable finish to avoid rigid crunchiness
• Maintains definition through daily activity and humidity

What does the Frizz Control Moisturizing Lotion do for dry curls?

The moisturizing lotion hydrates and softens while addressing frizz and the appearance of split ends. Lightweight oils and Black Castor penetrate the hair to enhance elasticity and smoothness without weighing curls down.

• Light texture absorbs quickly to reduce frizz
• Black Castor and superfood oils nourish and add slip
• Seals and smooths ends to improve overall curl definition

Why is Rice Curl Complex important for curl retention?

Rice Curl Complex—made from rice extracts, keratin amino acids, and gentle enzymes—helps strengthen the hair fiber and supports the curl’s natural pattern. It works alongside styling ingredients to preserve shape while protecting against everyday wear.

• Keratin amino acids fortify strands for improved resilience
• Rice-derived components support long-lasting curl memory
• Enzymes help maintain manageability without harsh processing

How do I use the two products together for best results?

Apply the moisturizing lotion on damp, clean hair to hydrate and detangle, then distribute the gel through sections to set and define. Adjust amounts to your curl density—less for fine textures, more for dense coils—and air-dry or diffuse as preferred.

• Step 1: Work Frizz Control Lotion through damp hair from mid-lengths to ends
• Step 2: Apply Lasting Definition Gel where you want strong hold and definition
• Step 3: Scrunch or finger-coil; air-dry or diffuse on low heat for best shape

Who is this for: This duo suits anyone with wavy to coily hair seeking reliable, high-hold definition without heavy silicones or parabens. It’s crafted for people who want hydrated, defined curls that move naturally—appropriate for natural, relaxed, or color-treated hair looking for stronger hold and smoother texture.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua) (Eau), Polyquaternium-69, PVP, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Glycerin, Keratin Amino Acids, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Lactobacillus/Tomato Fruit Ferment Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Acyl Coenzyme A Desaturase, Fragrance (Parfum), Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sorbic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Sodium Benzoate, Citronellol, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool Lotion: Water (Aqua) (Eau), Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Ethyl Macadamiate, Propanediol, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Polyquaternium-7, Behentrimonium Chloride, Polyester-11, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Phosphate, Malic Acid, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Linalool, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol