CURLSMITH Frizz Rescue Curl Retainer - 8 fl oz - Ulta Beaty
$28.00 ($3.50/fluid ounce)
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This product has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many praising its ability to define curls and control frizz, making it a staple in their hair care routines. However, some guests noted that it can be drying and heavy, particularly for certain hair types. The gel is appreciated for its lightweight feel and pleasant scent, but concerns about its consistency and hold longevity have been raised. Overall, it offers a unique solution for maintaining curls in various weather conditions.
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4.2 out of 5 stars with 354 reviews
66% would recommend
3 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
28 June, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
Great hold
Great product with the perfect amount of hold. Keeps your curls in a cast without feeling too crunchy. A little goes a long way which is perfect as I have long, Thick hair.
5 out of 5 stars
26 June, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
LOVE it!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been misting my hair and adding a dime size of this to refresh, and it’s my new favorite!! I have thick course hair and this has been the perfect addition to my routine
2 out of 5 stars
14 April, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com

Not moisturizing
This defined my curls but it was incredibly drying. It definitely needs a leave-in conditioner for any moisture. It is NOT good for a 1step wash & go.m Even while my hair was soaking wet during application there was just no moisture. And my curls did not last to day 2.
2 out of 5 stars
18 March, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
Disappointed
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have both thick and course hair. This product feels heavy on it, which isn’t something I typically experience. I might start the day with okay curls, but they pretty quickly flatten out and leave me with lifeless hair most of the day.
5 out of 5 stars
9 March, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
Perfect for wavy hair!
Incredible to finally find a gel which isn't too heavy for my wavy hair! It makes such a difference to how I can style my hair, defines my waves and controls the frizz, so happy Curlsmith makes this!
5 out of 5 stars
8 March, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
MUST-HAVE
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have tried numerous products for more than 2 decades, and I have never found a product that does what this does. It holds the curl and allows you to define the look of your style, while most importantly, it eliminates frizz! I cannot do without this. It is a MUST-HAVE in my hair care routine. I have even cut down on the necessity to wash my hair as often because of its ability to hold the curl and eliminate the frizz, which means less damage to my hair!
5 out of 5 stars
28 February, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
Frizz Gone
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product maintains my hair silky, bouncy and frizz free in tropical humid weather and any other weather when I travel. All I need to do is adjust how much is required according to weather. Cannot live without it.
5 out of 5 stars
24 February, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
Great curl definition for fine curls
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this product! It offers great curl definition without weighing down fine curls. Great hold without a crunchy feel. Doesn't dry out my hair or leave product buildup.
5 out of 5 stars
14 February, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
Works Perfectly for Wavy Hair
Works so well for wavy, medium to thin hair. It isn't too heavy which is a miracle, because so many wavy or curly hair products are too heavy for me to use. So, so glad I found Curlsmith!
2 out of 5 stars
26 January, 2026
originally posted on Curlsmith
Does nothing for my hair.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Does nothing for my hair. Makes my hair look dirty and lackluster.
4 out of 5 stars
24 December, 2025
originally posted on Curlsmith
Recipe change
This used to be my favorite gel, but whenever Curlsmith underwent the packaging redesign something changed with this formula. It is now an entirely different consistency, color, texture, and hold, and I’m so disappointed because I wasn’t even given a warning that this would be changing so I could stock up on it.
5 out of 5 stars
11 December, 2025
originally posted on Curlsmith
My go-to styler!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been a fan of the Frizz Rescue Curl Retainer for quite a while and have found this product to work best on my hair. It keeps my hair from frizzing, holds the curls in place, and it great to use, wiht a little water, as a next day curl refresher.
5 out of 5 stars
17 October, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com

Miracle Product!
I cannot overstate how much I absolutely love this Frizz Rescue because it does exactly what it promises! I have fine 2C curls and have been repairing damage from over processing that occurred earlier this year. I've an absolute salons worth of care and styling products lining my counter and cabinets but nothing was doing much to help for long enough to get me through the entire day with my hair intact. During 21DOB I bought this and used it to delightful results, prompting me to buy backup when it returned at the end of the sale. After I wash and condition, while still in the shower, I spread a nickel sized amount of this between my hands and scrunch it into my sopping wet hair while squeezing out excess water. Then just let it all air dry. My curls form beautifully and HOLD the whole day while remaining soft to the touch. I'm just bowled over by the results and hope they never change the formulation or discontinue the product as I'm now a buyer for life!
5 out of 5 stars
15 October, 2025
originally posted on Curlsmith
lightweight cream great for refresy
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Tried this for the first time recently and really impressed. Always concerned that cream will be too heavy but this is light weight and I use with some water for refreshing next day hair
5 out of 5 stars
13 October, 2025
originally posted on Curlsmith
I love this products. It
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this products. It is a perfect mix of frizz protecton and hold.
5 out of 5 stars
22 September, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com

Great for wavy hair!
this product is amazing I highly recommend it.
5 out of 5 stars
24 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com

Great for wavy hair
I have curls underneath but wavy on top. This brought out my curls all around!! It's the first time I've worn my hair curly in years and years!!
5 out of 5 stars
23 August, 2025
originally posted on Curlsmith
Gorgeous Curls
Absolutely Amazing As a curly girly with very frizzy hair I’m always trying to find products and this is now my go to! It smells amazing and I can always tell such a difference in my hair with more definition than without using it. I normally use this as a leave in, then use a curl crème and a gel and this is my absolute go to routine for frizzy hair! May be a bit pricier but it is definitely worth the splash!
5 out of 5 stars
16 August, 2025
originally posted on Curlsmith
Finally - this is it!
After spending lots of $$ experimenting with different products, I finally found the perfect combination for my fine but thick wavy and sometimes too soft/puffy hair. I use the Curl Quenching conditioning wash, sometimes adding a tiny bit of conditioner and combing it through before rinsing, and then applying the Frizz Rescue Curl Retainer, as directed, on soaking wet hair and scrunching. It leaves a medium cast that breaks easily with more scrunching and actually results in soft curls. Everything else I've used that claims to leave hair soft after breaking the cast has left my hair super dry and stiff. I love this product!
5 out of 5 stars
2 August, 2025
originally posted on Curlsmith
LOVE THIS SO MUCH!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of the best styling products I’ve used. Kept my curls looking shiny and healthy!