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Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Gel

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$7.79 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • Frizz control sculpting gel for curly hair keeps your hairstyle firm, flexible, and flake-free
  • Formulated with our Rice Curl Complex—a blend of rice, keratin amino acids, and enzymes—to hydrate, condition, protect, and enhance curl retention
  • Flexible-firm hold hair styling gel for highly defined curls that still have their natural movement
  • Citrus Jasmine scent
  • For all curly hair types - 2A, 2B, 2C, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 4C
  • This curl gel is safe for both natural and color-treated hair
  • Sulfate surfactant-free, silicone-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, drying alcohol-free, gluten-free, dye-free, and cruelty-free
  • Start with a quarter-sized amount, scrunch or comb through damp hair, apply more as needed, and let dry

Description

Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Sculpting Gel for curly hair keeps your look locked in place with a firm, flexible, flake-free hold. Curl Talk Frizz Control Sculpting Gel sculpts and shapes curls to activate a long-lasting, frizz-free style that moves with you using a Rice Curl Complex—a blend of rice, keratin amino acids, and enzymes—to hydrate, condition, protect, and enhance curl retention. This curly hair gel bends the rules of your typical gel to give you the best of both worlds: highly defined curls that still have their natural movement.

Safe for natural hair and colored hair, this curly hair gel is made for all curl types (2A, 2B, 2C, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 4C). Made with good vibes only, it is sulfate surfactant-free, silicone-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, drying alcohol-free, gluten-free, dye-free, and cruelty-free. Simply scrunch or comb a quarter-sized amount through damp hair, apply more as needed, and let dry. Let your curls do the talking with Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Sculpting Gel.
Hair Type: Curly
Health Facts: Dye-Free, Phthalate-Free, Paraben-Free, Silicone-Free, Sulfate-Free
Product Form: Gel
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free, Recyclable
Beauty Purpose: Conditioning, Curl Enhancing
Net weight: 6 fl oz (US)
TCIN: 76550580
UPC: 688047130630
Item Number (DPCI): 063-00-8311
Origin: Assem USA w/foreign/dom. parts
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Ingredients:

water (aqua), glycerin, vp/va copolymer, propanediol, pvp, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, lactobacillus/tomato fruit ferment extract, oryza sativa (rice) extract, keratin amino acids, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, acyl coenzyme a desaturase, carbomer, fragrance, disodium edta, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium hydroxide

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 7 inches length x 3 inches width x 1.75 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.455 pounds

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: Hi, could this gel be used for slickbacks? Thanks!

submitted by Alivia - 6 months ago
  • A: Hi Alivia! Thanks for your question! Yes, Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Gel can be used for slickbacks. Although it's primarily formulated to define and control curls, it also provides strong hold that can keep your hair in place for a slicked-back style. Just be sure to apply enough to achieve the desired look and ensure lasting hold. Alivia, maybe you'd like a personalized recommendation based on your hair type and needs? If so, we invite you to reach out to our social media team. I think we have another product that you’ll also love. They'll be happy to guide you on your hair care journey and ensure you have a positive experience!

    submitted byNYM Team - 5 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Hi, could this gel be for slickbacks?

submitted by Alivia - 6 months ago
  • A: Hi Alivia! Thanks for your question! Yes, Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Gel can be used for slickbacks. Although it's primarily formulated to define and control curls, it also provides strong hold that can keep your hair in place for a slicked-back style. Just be sure to apply enough to achieve the desired look and ensure lasting hold. Alivia, maybe you'd like a personalized recommendation based on your hair type and needs? If so, we invite you to reach out to our social media team. I think we have another product that you’ll also love. They'll be happy to guide you on your hair care journey and ensure you have a positive experience!

    submitted byNYM Team - 5 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: If I put this product in straight hair, will it curl my straight hair?

submitted by Anonymous - 7 months ago
  • A: Hey, Great question! Unfortunately, this product is for naturally curly hair. The Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Gel is a sculpting hair gel for curly hair defines natural curls with a flexible-firm hold.For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 7 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Hello! Does this gel cause any damage and also how long can It stay in hair without washing out? Thank you and have a good day!

submitted by Soraliss - 8 months ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your question and for your interest in our product! To use Curl Talk Lasting Definition Hard Hold Gel, scrunch into wet, curly hair and let dry. Apply in small quantities, and increase amounts as needed. All of our Curl Talk hair products are free from sulfate surfactants, silicones, parabens, phthalates, and drying alcohol. As for its effects on the hair and how long it can stay without washing out, our gel is formulated to provide lasting definition without causing damage. However, individual hair types and sensitivities may vary, so we recommend performing a patch test and adjusting usage based on your hair's response. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask. Have a wonderful day!

    submitted byNYM Team - 8 months ago
    Brand expert
4.3 out of 5 stars with 979 reviews
quality: 3.89 out of 5
value: 4.03 out of 5
effectiveness: 3.89 out of 5
65% would recommend
102 recommendations

Love!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Shelby - 27 days ago, Verified purchaser
Licensed hair stylist here, and I adore this gel .I don't find it flakes or is heavy at all . Helps maintain frizz and for the price you can't beat it . If your hair feels dry or flakes, maybe try a leave in conditioner spray before you apply the gel (:
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No thanks

1 out of 5 stars
Curls24 - 1 month ago
originally posted on NYM
Leaves hair tacky and dry feeling, so much frizzy, not a fan at all
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Just what I wanted!

5 out of 5 stars
Linda J - 1 month ago
originally posted on NYM
Great for taming the frizz without being stiff or feeling like your hair is plastered to your head.
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Mid for a gel

3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Raquel - 2 months ago
There isn’t much hold, but it’s very moisturizing! If you want true hold NYM “Hard Hold gel” Is top tier
1 reply from NYM Team team - 1 month ago
Hi Raquel! Would you be interested in receiving a personalized recommendation tailored to your hair type and needs? If so, we encourage you to contact our social media team. They're here to assist you on your hair care journey and ensure you have a delightful experience!
effectiveness: 3 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 3 out of 5
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Not a Fan…

1 out of 5 stars
trad1496 - 2 months ago
originally posted on NYM
Provides no hold for my curls, so it makes wash day a waste. Also hate the residue it leaves on my hands and in my hair. Very disappointed.
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Good hold, not too crunchy

4 out of 5 stars
Gaellle - 2 months ago
originally posted on NYM
I’m pretty new to styling my curls, I was never able to understand what to do to keep it nice all day long. I thought I was doom to look weird after couple of hours. This where MYM comes in! Pretty light and does give a crunchy feel to it. I usually use the cream first and then the gel. I also have other products from their brand and I like them all so far!
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Nice clear gel

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Dearly - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
I really liked this gel! Will be repurchasing
value: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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Best curly hair gel

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Ari - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
This is by far the one of the best gels I’ve used for curly hair my hair stays curly with no frizzz would recommend for curly hair
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
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#1 product to maintain soft curly girl hair!

5 out of 5 stars
- 4 months ago
originally posted on NYM
A MUST HAVE!! After shower , lightly dry after ‘mask’ treatment in shower rinse. Place a .5o cent size in palm & massage thru. It leaves my hair soft but curly and not crunchy! Perfect!
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Who

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Yo - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
It works really well.
quality: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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not for me

1 out of 5 stars
lunafaer - 5 months ago
originally posted on NYM
i’ve tried this gel with different styling products and conditioners and it consistently fails to provide frizz control or definition. if i use enough product to get definition then it leaves my hair sticky and crunchy. i feel like this entire line of products isn’t made for coarse curly hair. it also smells atrocious.
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meh

2 out of 5 stars
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luna - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
i’m not sure if i’m not using enough or what the situation is but this product doesn’t provide much definition or frizz control. it’s a good price but not particularly effective. i don’t care for the scent either.
1 reply from NYM Team team - 5 months ago
Hi Luna! We're sorry to hear about your experience. Maybe you'd like to have a personalized recommendation based on your hair type and needs? If so, we invite you to reach out to our social media team. They'll be happy to guide you on this hair care journey and ensure you have a positive experience!
quality: 2 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 1 out of 5
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Literally no hold and I only have waves

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Jamie - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Bought this traveling because I needed some curl gel but didn’t want to pay an arm in case tsa throws it out. I used A LOT. Probably 4 T on my wavy hair. This has almost no hold and I have my curl technique down to a science. No crunch or anything. Would never use or buy again
1 reply from NYM Team team - 5 months ago
Hi Jamie! We're sorry to hear about your experience. Maybe you'd like to have a personalized recommendation based on your hair type and needs? If so, we invite you to reach out to our social media team. They'll be happy to guide you on this hair care journey and ensure you have a positive experience!
value: 1 out of 5
effectiveness: 1 out of 5
quality: 1 out of 5
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New customer

5 out of 5 stars
Tracie - 5 months ago
originally posted on NYM
This gel is perfect on those days when you need a little extra hold..it's my first time trying it n I absolutely love it
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Bad

2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
wavyhair - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
This smells like straight alcohol. It was also extremely drying and left my wavy hair feeling like straw - this also did nothing to help tame my frizz. I won’t be using this again, unfortunately.
1 reply from NYM Team team - 5 months ago
Hi there! We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please reach out to our customer support team. They will be happy to help.
effectiveness: 2 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
quality: 2 out of 5
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Good

4 out of 5 stars
Lilac - 6 months ago
originally posted on NYM
It smells good and works well, but it's really sticky.
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Eh

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Star - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I'm sure it works well for others but it's way too heavy for me. I have thin but very dense hair and low porosity. My head consisted of only like 6 clumps with this.
effectiveness: 3 out of 5
quality: 3 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
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Target Mom x5

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Target Mom x5 - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
Nothing special about this hair gel. Tried this based off some tik tok reviews. Comparable to others gels but I would not say specifically this is for curly hair.
quality: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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Great curl gel

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Dani G - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I love this gel. It has a great consistency and flexible hold without making my hair crunchy or flaky. The only downside is that they don’t stock enough of the 9.7 oz size and it seems to be out of stock quite frequently.
quality: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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curl talk gel

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
hxbxbxhxvf - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
i disliked the smell. it smells like chemical
quality: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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