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Garnier Fructis Curl Scrunch Controlling Gel

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Extra-strong curl-defining gel with coconut water shine hold, provides up to 24 hours of shape and shine.

At a Glance

• What it is: Curl-defining styling gel with Coconut Water for shape + shine.
• Who it’s for: Wavy, curly, and coily hair (Types 2A – 4C), fine to thick.
• Hold Level + Finish: Extra Strong 3 / 5 hold; natural shine finish.
• Key Claims: Up to 24 H curl shape & shine control; anti-frizz; no flakes.
• Size / MSRP: 6.8 fl oz – $5.49 (average US MSRP).
• Free-from: No parabens; no drying alcohols.
• Cruelty-Free: Certified Leaping Bunny – Garnier does not test on animals.

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$5.99 MSRP

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Product Information

Curls need discipline? Curl Scrunch Controlling Gel, infused with coconut water, creates defined, volume-controlled curls and lasting hold without flyaways and flaky residue. This non-drying formula locks in shape and shine to provide curl control without frizz for up to 24 hours.

Perfect for:
• Curl Patterns: 2A – 4C (waves to coils)
• Hair Density: Thin to thick textures
• Porosity: Low – high porosity (apply less for low; more for high).
• Desired Outcome: Defined shape w/ lasting hold and shine.

Tips:
• For fine hair: use nickel-size on damp hair and air-dry.
• For thick/coarse hair: layer over Leave-In Butter Cream for extra moisture.
• Avoid crunch by scrunching out the cast (SOTC) when hair dries.

No sulfates, no phthalates, and no DMDM hydantoin. All Garnier products, globally, are officially approved by Cruelty Free International under the Leaping Bunny program.

Benefits

• Defines and holds curls for up to 24 hours without crunch*
• Boosts shine and smoothness for natural-looking finish
• Controls frizz under up to 70% humidity conditions
• Dries clean with zero flake residue
• Lightweight formula suitable for daily styling

*Based on instrumental humidity resistance test (24 h, 70% RH).

Key Features

• Hold Level: 3 / 5 (Extra Strong)
• Finish: Shiny, smooth curl definition
• Residue: None / No Flaking
• Texture: Clear water-gel with light slip
• Fragrance: Clean fruit-coconut blend with fresh green undertones
• pH Range: 4.0 – 5.0 (maintains curl integrity)
• Color-Safe: Yes; compatible with chemically treated hair.
• Country of Manufacture: USA
• Shelf Life / PAO: 12 M after opening.

Instructions of Use

Step 1 – Prep: Start with cleansed, conditioned damp hair.

Step 2 – Apply Amount:

• Short / fine hair → nickel-size (~1 g)
• Medium length → quarter-size (~2 g)
• Long / thick hair → half palm (~3 – 4 g)

Step 3 – Technique:

• Type 2 waves: apply via rake-and-shake for soft definition.
• Type 3 curls: use praying hands method then scrunch ends upward.
• Type 4 coils: apply per section using finger coil motions.

Step 4 – Dry Options:

• Air-dry for natural finish (approx. 1 hour).
• Diffuse on low heat for 10–15 minutes to lock shape.

Step 5 – Set & Soften: When fully dry, gently scrunch out the cast to soften hold (SOTC).

Step 6 – Day 2 Refresh: Lightly mist hair with water or Curl Refresher Spray, re-scrunch to reactivate curl memory—no re-application needed.

Ingredients

1031008 F5 Aqua/Water, Pvp, Propylene Glycon, Alcohol Denat., Oleth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Parfum / Fragrance, Polyquaternium-11, Peg/Ppg-22/24 Dimethicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentasodium Pentetate, Limonene, Benzophenone-4 Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Peg-70 Mango Glycerides, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter/Shea Butter, Amyl Cinnamal. F.I.L.# D212276/1.

Achieve Up To 24 Hours of Shape and Shine

Use the Curl Scrunch Controlling Gel to create defined and volume-controlled curls with lasting hold without flyaways and flaky residue. The extra-strong hold is designed to tame frizz on all curl types (wavy, curly, and coily hair).

Brunette model smiling at camera holding a bottle of Garnier Fructis Scrunch Controlling Gel.
Graphic of Coconut Water molecule in front of green and purple background. “Technology infused with coconut water” is written on the graphic.

Curl Scrunch Controlling Gel is infused with Coconut Water to give your curly hair definition with no weigh down.

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Texture/Finish Texture/Finish
Clear gel
Creamy-gel
Foamy
Mist
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Humidity Resistance Humidity Resistance
High
Medium
Medium
High
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Best Use Case Best Use Case
Defined wash-and-go
Flexible hold, soft texture
Lightweight volume boost
Quick refresh, targeted lift
Longwear or humidity-heavy days

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