curly smith

Many Curlsmith product pages highlight a “NO NASTIES” claim, noting formulas are free from sulphates, silicones, mineral oils and phthalates. Products are also labeled Vegan and Cruelty Free. Certain items (for example the hairspray and a few others) additionally call out being alcohol‑free or free from parabens and similar ingredients.

Curlsmith clarifying/exfoliating cleansers are formulated to remove scalp buildup and impurities by combining a cleansing base with small scrub particles. The scrubs can be micro or naturally derived (for example volcanic lava‑based particles) to mechanically exfoliate the scalp. Formulations also include clarifying agents such as apple cider vinegar to help balance the scalp and boost shine.

Pre‑shampoo bond treatments are left on hair for timed sessions — generally a minimum of 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes for higher‑porosity hair. Frequency is guided by hair porosity: high porosity about every 2–3 wash days, medium porosity every 3–4 wash days, and low porosity every 4–5 wash days, with shorter leave times for lower‑porosity hair.

Curlsmith formulas commonly use botanical oils and extracts (for example resurrection flower, andiroba, avocado, coconut, shea butter, apricot kernel oil, basil, aloe and olive). They also include plant proteins and actives such as rice protein and hemp oil, plus botanical protein sources like shiitake, kale, prickly pear, blackcurrant and chia seed extracts. Clarifying or exfoliating cleansers may include apple cider vinegar and natural volcanic lava‑derived scrub particles.

Some Curlsmith conditioners are marketed as 3‑in‑1: rinse‑out (leave 1–2 minutes), deep treatment (leave 15–30 minutes) or as a leave‑in when raked through wet hair. Leave‑in reactivator sprays are intended for refreshes between washes or as a lightweight leave‑in on wash day.

Curlsmith stylers span textures from weightless soft foams to water‑thin liquid gels and aerosol sprays. Hold ranges from very soft/low (about 2/10) and light (around 5/10) up to strong hold (around level 8) for the hairspray, allowing choices for volume, definition or firm hold.