For Medium to Coarse Waves, Curls, and Coils

Ultra Defining Gel

Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler

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DEFINE GAME STRONG

Definition without the crunch. This non-flaking formula with a strong curl-locking blend provides a non-sticky curl cast that defines, fights frizz, and amplifies shine and bounce.

 

Ultra Defining Gel 101

 

how to use

Rub between palms, scrunch into soaking wet curls. Do not rinse, style as usual. Once fully dry, shake at the root and scrunch to soften the cast.

 
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Dermatologist Co-Developed

Our formulas are dermatologist co-developed, backed by science and stylist approved for curls.
 
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Only The Good Stuff

Everything your curls need, and nothing they don't. Because we know curls.

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SLS/SLES Sulfates* Free

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Silicone-Free

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Formulated Without Parabens

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Gluten-Free

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Cruelty-Free

*SLS/SLES Sulfates = Sodium Lauryl Sulfate/Sodium Laureth Sulfate

 
 

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02/27/25
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maria c.
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5.0 star rating
02/25/25
Great product
Review by maria c. on 25 Feb 2025 review stating Great product
I am an older woman who accepted frizzy hair for too long. Deva curl has made it possible for me to love my curly hair. I use a dab of ultra defining gel every time I shower along with No Poo and One Condition. I dry my hair naturally. The gel keeps my hair under control and beautiful!
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Natalie Y.
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5.0 star rating
02/22/25
Tried a new product
Review by Natalie Y. on 22 Feb 2025 review stating Tried a new product
Like the hold, not to stiff
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Amber S.
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1.0 star rating
02/10/25
Like the gel but cracked bottle
Review by Amber S. on 10 Feb 2025 review stating Like the gel but cracked bottle
I like the gel but the bottle came cracked and gel was leaking out. I submitted a claim to Deva Curl and no one responded. Sure does stink to pay so much for a busted bottle and wasted product.
Comments by Store Owner on Review by Amber S. on 10 Feb 2025
Response from DevaCurl
02/11/25
Hello Amber, We're sorry to hear your order arrived damaged. We have sent you an email so we can better assist you. Please keep your eye out for an email from us for your next steps! We truly appreciate your feedback.
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Jennifer C.
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3.0 star rating
02/06/25
Bring back Supreme defining gel please!!!
Review by Jennifer C. on 6 Feb 2025 review stating Bring back Supreme defining gel please!!!
I miss the Supreme defining gel that was discontinued. I use a much larger quantity of the Ultra defining gel and I still don’t get that soft defined hold that lasts all day.
Comments by Store Owner on Review by Jennifer C. on 6 Feb 2025
Response from DevaCurl
02/11/25
Hello Jennifer, We're truly sorry that our Ultra Defining Gel did not meet your expectations. We have reached out to you via email to see what we can do about remedying this situation. We value every client, and look forward to providing you with a product that will better suit your needs.
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Anna D.
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5.0 star rating
01/31/25
Got my curls back - Thank you!
Review by Anna D. on 31 Jan 2025 review stating Got my curls back - Thank you!
As my hair ages and gains more grey, my hair doesn’t curl as easily on its own. Before DevaCurl, the white hairs hung limply among my more defined curls, giving me persistent bedhead. My previous go-to products no longer gave it the same volume and curl definition. Now that I use DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel, my greys curl nicely with the rest, and I can still keep my low-maintenance, wash n’ go routine. Thank you!

I use this product along with: No-Poo Decadence, One Condition Decadence, and Super Cream.
Comments by Store Owner on Review by Anna D. on 31 Jan 2025
Response from DevaCurl
02/05/25
Hello Anna! We are so happy to hear that DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel has helped bring back your curls. We look forward to continuing to provide products that meet your hair care needs. Thank you for choosing us!