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Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel - 7oz: Styling Gel for All Hair Types - 2 of 4Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel - 7oz: Styling Gel for All Hair Types - 3 of 4Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel - 7oz: Styling Gel for All Hair Types - 4 of 4
Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel - 7oz: Styling Gel for All Hair Types - 1 of 4

Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel - 7oz: Styling Gel for All Hair Types

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Highlights

  • STRONG 20-HOUR HOLD: This strong hold hair gel keeps your look on lock
  • ADDED SHINE: Give your hair a little added sheen for a healthy, glowy look
  • YUMMY SCENT: Your hair will smell fresh, bright, and citrusy thanks to this lovely scent
  • HOW TO USE: It's easy-just squeeze a dollop of gel into your palm and work it through your hair
  • PAIRS WITH: Try this sculping gel with our Instant Freeze Mousse
  • CRUELTY-FREE: All Aussie products are certified PETA Cruelty-Free
  • FOR CURLY, WAVY, AND STRAIGHT HAIR: Works well in curly, straight, or wavy hair

Description

Whether you're styling your curls, waves, or straight hair, Aussie Instant Freeze Sculpting Gel is your hair's new best friend. This hair styling gel gives your look a strong hold no matter how humid it is. That's a 20-hour hold (plus some nice added shine) anywhere in the world. The fresh citrusy scent will give you vacation vibes, traveling or not. Plus, this hair gel is certified PETA Cruelty-Free.

To keep your style on point, squeeze a dollop of gel in your hand and rake in through your hair. Then style your hair however you please-it's as easy as that.
Hair Type: All Hair Types
Product Form: Gel
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Beauty Purpose: Hair Styling
Net weight: 7 Ounces
Features: Humidity Resistance
TCIN: 86675565
UPC: 381519189241
Item Number (DPCI): 063-02-8974
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 2.09 inches length x 3.23 inches width x 7.18 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.49 pounds

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Q: Does it make the hair crispy hard?

submitted by AV - 2 years ago
  • A: Not if you "scrunch out the crunch." If you apply a lot and then don't scrunch your hair, yes, it'll be crispy/hard, because it's high-hold gel.

    submitted byCaroline - 2 years ago
  • A: If you air dry or diffuse, the curls will be a little stiff, but my favorite part is after it’s dry, you just lightly run your fingers through your hair to break up the curls and the result is soft bouncy curls. I love this stuff

    submitted byNancita - 1 year ago
  • A: Our Aussie Instant Freeze Gel is suitable for all hair types and has a maximum hold. All our styling products have a hold level indicated on the products. These are usually indicated with dots or dashes. The more dots or dashes indicate a higher hold level.

    submitted byAussie - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: is this gel good for curly/wavy hair?

submitted by Frankie - 3 years ago
  • A: Our Aussie Instant Freeze Gel gives all hair types a 20 hour strong hold plus shine even in high humidity.

    submitted byAussie - 2 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: YES YES YES!!! It’s better than all the expensive curl products I’ve used in the past.

    submitted byNancita - 1 year ago

Q: Can we use it for kids

submitted by Naveen - 14 days ago
  • A: Products not specifically formulated for children may contain ingredients that may not be suitable for a child’s delicate scalp and skin. Your child’s safety is our priority, so we recommend avoiding non-children’s products and choosing hair care items made specifically for their sensitive needs. If you’re unsure, please consult a healthcare professional before using any adult hair products on children.

    submitted byAussie - 12 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can I use this gel for slick backs?

submitted by GirlyGirl - 1 month ago
  • A: Yes, this product has our maximum hold and will deliver the results you desire.

    submitted byAussie - 1 month ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this gel safe to use on color treated hair?

submitted by Curly girl - 3 months ago
  • A: Yes, our hair care products are safe to use on hair that has been color treated

    submitted byAussie - 2 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: What is the primary purpose of this hair gel?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
  • A: The primary purpose of this gel is hair styling, providing a strong hold for your desired look.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: What is the scent of the hair gel like?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
  • A: The gel features a fresh, bright, and citrusy scent, reminiscent of a vacation vibe.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: Is this hair gel environmentally friendly?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
  • A: Yes, it is certified PETA Cruelty-Free, aligning with sustainability practices.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: What types of hairstyles can this gel be used on?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
  • A: This gel is suitable for curly, wavy, and straight hair, providing a strong hold for any style.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
    Ai generated

Q: Does this product provide any additional benefits aside from hold?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
  • A: Yes, it adds shine to your hair, giving it a healthy and glowy appearance.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 3 months ago
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The product has garnered mixed feedback from guests, particularly regarding its hold and formulation changes. Many guests appreciate its effectiveness for curly hair, noting that it provides a decent hold and pleasant scent. However, concerns about flaking and the new formula's performance compared to the previous version are prevalent. Guests highlight its versatility for various hair types, making it a staple in their hair care routines, especially for styling and maintaining curls.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.1 out of 5 stars with 525 reviews
    quality: 2.61 out of 5
    value: 2.74 out of 5
    38% would recommend
    63 recommendations
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    11 May, 2026Verified purchase

    Weak

    Low quality, does not hold well.
    Nasty Nick
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    4 May, 2026Verified purchase

    Curls lacked a moisturized look

    unfortunately, this gel did not do me any favors on my 3b curls in helping the hair not look on the dry side. I used the Aussie gel on the Left side and a diff gel on right....the Aussie side (left) was also less defined...sadly I had to return..
    1 reply from Aussie team - 4 days ago
    Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience with our Aussie Instant Freeze Sculpting Gel. We’re sorry to hear you’re not satisfied with your purchase. We put a lot of effort into research and testing to create features we think you’ll love, but we understand that everyone has different preferences. Thank you for sharing your feedback. We would love to gather more details about your experience to share with our team for future improvements. When you have the time, please give us a call at (800) 947-2656 or text us at (877) 999-0457. We truly appreciate your input!
    truthshopper
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 April, 2026Verified purchase

    Realy flakey looks like dandruff

    Flakes really badly
    Ks
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    26 March, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Holds very well for curly hair
    Eliani
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    24 March, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Awful leaves white flakes smh
    1 reply from Aussie team - 2 months ago
    Thank you for your feedback on Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel. We are sorry to hear you were dissatisfied with your recent purchase. This is not the experience we want you to have and we appreciate your bringing it to our attention. We will share your comments with the rest of our team. The white residue could be from using too much product or using a product that is not suitable for your hair type. We suggest trying to use less product to see if you get better results. Please feel free to call us at (800) 947-2656 or reach out through our Contact Us page for further assistance and product recommendations.
    Alyssa
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    15 March, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Best for Curly Hair
    Cathy
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    16 February, 2026Verified purchase

    Compliments

    I use this gel a lot and it holds my hair on how I style it. Also scented and always getting compliments of the smell . It is not overpowering.
    Jaz
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    30 December, 2025
    originally posted on aussie.com
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    Please bring back old formula!!!

    I have been a loyal user of Aussie Instant Freeze Gel for years, but immediately noticed a difference with the new product formulation. This gel has less hold and takes twice the amount of product as before!! The previous version with Jojobo Oil and Sea Kelp on the label was perfection. Why try to fix somerpthing that was not broke? Please offer the older formulation once again!
    1 reply from Customer Care team - 5 months ago
    Thank you for your feedback on our Aussie Instant Freeze Sculpting Gel. We value your loyalty and would like to express how disappointed we are hearing of your recent experience. We truly wanted nothing but the best for all our consumers and have tested are products thoroughly so we can be sure they deliver the benefits we advertise. This is why your report has been so unexpected and we're glad you brought this to us. Please know that we will be handling this with the rest of our team. We'd like to assist you further. When you have the time, please write to us through our Contact Us page.
    Delsol
    5 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    28 December, 2025Verified purchase

    Works great

    Works great for curly hair.
    Jas10
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    22 December, 2025Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Perfect hold for dance competition and recitals
    Tiffany
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    4 December, 2025

    Not strong hold

    I have a loose wave pattern and individual hair strands on the finer side. I scrunched in gobs of this stuff, but it left no cast. I tried in on soaking wet hair and damp hair. I tried it with and without leave-in conditioner underneath. My waves did not last one day with this gel.
    1 reply from Aussie team - 5 months ago
    Thank you for your feedback on Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel. We are sorry to hear you were dissatisfied with your recent purchase. This is not the experience we want you to have and we appreciate your bringing it to our attention. Rest assured we will share your comments with the rest of our team. As you likely know, different products give different results, so make sure you choose the right product for the style you want to create. We would recommend trying our Aussie Instant Freeze Sculpting Mousse. Mousses are designed to add volume or hold shape. They also provide natural- looking soft styles with gentle movement, as well as curl definition. Please feel free to give us a call at (800) 947-2656 or email us through our Contact Us page for further assistance.
    Caz
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    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    22 November, 2025Verified purchase

    Leaves crispy, flaky residue

    Holds well but leaves a flaky white residue hours after it dries. The hairspray works better.
    1 reply from Aussie team - 6 months ago
    Thank you for your feedback on Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel. We are happy to hear that it holds well. However, we are sorry to hear you were dissatisfied with the overall results of the product. Your report is unexpected and we are sharing your comments with the rest of our team. If a product leaves your hair feeling stiff and with a residue, it can be from using too much product, or from using a product not suitable for your hair type or needs. You could try switching to a product more suitable to your hair type and needs and washing your hair more frequently to prevent build-up of hairsprays, mousse, gel, and so on. Please feel free to call us at (800) 947-2656 for further assistance and for product recommendations.
    Min Fin
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    16 November, 2025Verified purchase

    Reliable Hold and Easy Daily Use

    My daughter says this is her favorite gel, and after seeing how consistently it performs, I can understand why. It provides a firm, long-lasting hold that works well for both school days and sports activities. The advertised 20-hour hold is realistic—her styles stay in place without needing mid-day touch-ups. The gel adds a light shine without looking greasy, and the scent is a pleasant citrus that isn’t overpowering. It distributes easily through the hair and works well whether we’re smoothing a ponytail, defining waves, or keeping flyaways under control. We’ve used it on different hair textures in our household—curly, wavy, and straight—and it performs well across the board. It also pairs nicely with the brand’s mousse when we need extra structure for certain styles. Another plus is that it’s cruelty-free, which is something we look for in products when possible. Overall, it’s a dependable styling gel with a firm hold, good scent, and predictable results for everyday use.
    MonicaLN
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    31 October, 2025
    originally posted on aussie.com
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    Horrible reformulation

    Genuinely the worst downgrade i’ve seen in a product EVER. A lot of companies like to take products that are working exceptionally well and reformulate it and it almost always gets worse but this was exceptionally bad. The old gel gave me hold, definition, and a beautiful cast that scrunched out into soft ringlets. This one has NO CAST, no hold and no weather resistance. You’d be adding product just for the sake of adding product if you use this. Such a shame bc the old one was my go to above high end gels which I have too and I still reached for this far more. So disappointed, genuinely don’t understand why brands do thus
    1 reply from Customer Care team - 6 months ago
    Thank you for your feedback on Aussie Instant Freeze Gel. We appreciate your loyalty to our products. We are sorry to hear you were dissatisfied with your recent purchase. This is not the experience we want you to have and will share your comments with the rest of the team. We would like you to know the last formula change for Aussie Instant Freeze Gel was in January of 2023. However, in April 2024, Canada introduced a new regulation mandating the disclosure of fragrance allergens on the artwork of on-pack labels for cosmetic products. This update applies to all products available in Canada. While the ingredient lists may appear longer, please note that the formulas themselves have not changed. Aussie Instant Freeze Gel was one of the products impacted by this change. However, since you did not get the desired results, we would recommend giving our Aussie Instant Freeze Sculpting Mousse a try to see if you get better results. Please feel free to call us at (800) 947-2656 or email us through our Contact Us page for further assistance.
    JA22
    5 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    29 October, 2025

    (no review title)

    Its good it does not hold my hair though
    1 reply from Aussie team - 7 months ago
    Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on our Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Gel. We're really happy to hear you think the product is good, but we're sorry to learn that it didn’t hold your hair as well as you hoped. We totally understand how frustrating that can be, and we really appreciate your feedback, which we’ll pass along to our Quality Assurance Team! Just so you know, we have a variety of products, each designed for different hair needs and styles. If you’re looking for a stronger hold, you might want to check out our Non-Aerosol Hair Sprays or our Volumizing Hairspray—they're great options too! Your satisfaction is super important to us, and we’d love to hear more about your experience. Whenever you have a moment, feel free to give us a call at (800) 947-2656 or send us an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We’re here to help and make sure you get the best results!
    Jenna
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    18 October, 2025Verified purchase

    Great for curls and waves!

    I use this as part of my 2C hair routine. It works GREAT for me! Not too crunchy and holds for a day or two.
    BippityBoppityBoo
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    19 September, 2025Verified purchase

    Good hold

    I love the hold of this gel with my curly wavy hair. Only complaint is next day my hair looks dried out so I have to rehydrate my curls. Otherwise a good product!
    Kenna
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    30 August, 2025Verified purchase

    Great for toddlers gentle hair!

    Love it for kids or baby hair. If you are looking for extreme hold this is not it but for a soft hold yes. I use this on my daughter’s hair and it holds well but easily after some hours her baby hairs start to fall out. I’ve used it on my son as well and it holds a bit and about two hours later the hold stops but keeps the hair mold to the style that it was just it’s easy to dissolve. It doesn’t leave any flakes or residue and smells great! But if you’re looking for that good super hold that hardens to stay in place this is not it. I do love it for little ones hair which I’ll keep repurchasing for that reason.
    Elizabeth
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    8 August, 2025
    originally posted on aussie.com
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    Garbage

    It is no exaggeration to say that this gel is the worst I've ever used. I can put in as much as I want and the most I can possibly get from it is disgusting, sticky hair with somehow ZERO hold. It is better to use no gel at all than it is to use this one.
    1 reply from Customer Care team - 9 months ago
    Thank you for reaching out about Aussie Instant Freeze Gel. We are sorry to hear about your experience. This is not the experience we want you to have and will report your comments to the rest of the team. As you likely know, different products give different results, so make sure you choose the right product for the style you want to create. Gels are used to create sleek or spiky looks or to define single strands or curls. We recommend trying a mousse. Our mousses are designed to add volume or hold shape. Please feel free to give us a call at (800) 947-2656 or email us through our Contact Us page.
    DylJ
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    7 August, 2025Verified purchase

    I love this gel! Really holds the curls

    Instant Freeze Gel is thick but very easy to work with. Dries without leaving flake
    Instant Freeze Gel
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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