Everything you need to know about Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal - 250ml
Do you know that feeling when your curls look amazing in the morning, but after an hour outside they’ve already lost shape and are frizzy? The Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal gelée keeps your curls defined all day, even in high humidity. Its lightweight texture won’t weigh your hair down but still gives strong hold. If you want curls that look just as fresh at the end of the day as they do at the start, this is exactly what you’re looking for.
What are the key features of Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal?
This gelée is specially designed for curly and wavy hair that quickly frizzes or loses its shape. In the Curls collection you’ll find more curl products, but this gelée is your go-to for long-lasting hold and shine without heavy ingredients.
Protects curls against frizz and moisture for up to 72 hours
Medium hold that you can build up as you like
No flakes or hard, stiff curls
Heat protection up to 232°C when diffusing
Free of silicones, parabens and gluten
Softens and strengthens thanks to Vegan protein
Light texture: suitable for fine to medium hair
How do I use Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal?
Apply the product to freshly washed, still wet hair.
Distribute a small amount evenly through your curls, from tips to roots.
Squeeze your curls upwards and let your hair air dry or use a diffuser.
Wait until your hair is completely dry. You’ll feel a hard cast around the curls.
Gently scrunch that cast out with your hands. This makes your curls soft and flexible without losing their shape.
Want an even better result? Use Joico Curls Like Us Hydrate & Define Curl Crème Styler as a first step on wet hair. That cream adds extra moisture, then the gelée locks in the curl. Together they give hydrated, defined curls.
How exactly does Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal work?
Your curls stay formed all day because the gelée creates a thin protective layer around each curl. This layer keeps humid air out, so your hair won’t swell or frizz. This effect is thanks to VP/VA copolymer, a film-forming ingredient that holds your curl without weighing it down.
At the same time, your hair feels nourished and stronger thanks to hydrolysed pea protein. These small protein particles attach to the hair shaft and temporarily fill small damages. The result: curls that not only look great but break less easily. A good silicone-free styler that really works for curly hair.
Is Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal suitable for fine curls?
Yes, definitely. The lightweight gelée texture and absence of silicones and heavy butters make this product perfect for fine to medium curly hair. Heavy creams and oil-rich products can quickly weigh fine hair down, but this gelée gives hold without weight.
Do you have very dry or severely damaged hair? Then it’s smart to first use a leave-in cream or Joico Curls Like Us Hydrate & Define Curl Crème Styler before applying the gelée. The gelée is primarily a styling product, not intensive care. With that extra step underneath, you get the best of both worlds.
Does Define & Seal really protect my curls from frizz for 72 hours?
Joico claims the gelée protects curls against frizz for up to 72 hours in high humidity. That’s based on tests comparing treated hair with untreated hair in moist conditions.
In practice this means your curls still look defined at the end of a humid day. The effect is strongest when you apply the gelée as recommended: on wet hair, then scrunch out the dry cast. Using it on dry or damp hair gives less predictable results.
Can I combine Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal with other stylers?
Yes, and it’s even recommended. The gelée works well as the last step in your routine. First apply a cream or leave-in for hydration, then finish with the gelée for hold and frizz control. The Joico Curls Like Us Smooth & Bounce Curl Hydrating Foam is a light option if you want extra volume without weighing your hair down.
Want to know which combination works best for your hair? Check out the full range of Joico for an overview of all products in the Curls Like Us line. Note: this product contains fragrance components like limonene and linalool. If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance allergies, please check the ingredient list first.
Want to know more about this product?
Have a question about Joico Curls Like Us Define & Seal or want to find out which product suits your hair best? We’re happy to help. Send an email to info@haarspullen.nl or call us during office hours. We’ll gladly advise you on the right routine for your curls.
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We recommend always checking the ingredient list on the packaging for the most accurate information before use. Due to product updates and optimisation, ingredients listed here may differ from those on the packaging.
Manufacturer Contact
Henkel Nederland B.V. Grasbeemd 4 5705 DG Helmond The Netherlands +31 (0)492 553 999 info-joico-nl@henkel.com
