Hold without the crunch. Kérastase Curl Manifesto Gelée Curl Contour is a curl-enhancing, defining gel-cream infused with Manuka honey and ceramide for curly, very curly and coily hair. It combines the hydration of a cream with the hold of a gel for 24-hour hold and frizz control, amplifying your natural curl shape and volume with no crunch. 150 ml or 45 ml travel size. Trusted by stylists worldwide.
Key Ingredients, Explained
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Manuka honey: A rich, nourishing honey that infuses curls with moisture, softness and shine.
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Ceramide: Kérastase's cementing ceramide helps reinforce the hair fibre, so curls feel stronger and resist breakage.
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Shea butter and coconut oil: Add moisture and a soft, touchable finish.
What It Does
- Amplifies natural curl shape and boosts volume with no crunch.
- Extends curl life with 24-hour hold.
- 24-hour frizz control with soft definition.
- Extra moisture, enhanced shine and great manageability.
Hold and frizz-control claims are Kérastase's.
Why We Love It
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Gel-cream hybrid: hydration plus hold.
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No crunch, no cast: curls stay soft and touchable.
- Works on damp or dry hair.
Best For
Curly, very curly and coily hair, humid days, and long-lasting definition.
How to Use
For curly hair:
- Work 2 to 4 pumps into damp or dry hair, depending on length and thickness.
- Scrunch and gently define curls with your fingers.
For very curly and coily hair:
- Layer 2 to 4 pumps over primed hair (after Crème de Jour Fondamentale).
- Apply to sectioned hair and twist individual curls with your fingers to encourage pattern and definition.
- Style as desired, then diffuse or air-dry.
Pro Stylist Tip
Let curls dry 100% before you touch them, then scrunch out any hold. Touching them early causes frizz.
Build Your Curl Manifesto Routine
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Cleanse: Bain Hydratation Douceur.
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Condition: Fondant Hydratation Essentielle every wash, or Masque Beurre Haute Nutrition for very curly and coily hair.
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Prime: Crème de Jour Fondamentale on wet hair.
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Define: Gelée Curl Contour for hold.
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Seal and shine: Huile Sublime Repair.
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Day two and beyond: Refresh Absolu.
The Scent
Warm and elegant: glowing tuberose petals with fresh frangipani flowers and white musk, wrapped in the sweet richness of honey.
Ingredients
Aqua / Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Isopropyl Myristate, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Benzoate, Cocos Nucifera Oil / Coconut Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter / Shea Butter, Sclerotium Gum, Benzyl Salicylate, Citric Acid, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Mel Extract / Honey Extract, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Parfum / Fragrance.
Formulas can change, so check the packaging for the current list.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is it different from a regular gel?
It hydrates like a cream while holding like a gel, so curls stay soft, not crispy.
How much should I use?
2 to 4 pumps, depending on length and thickness.
Can I use it on dry hair?
Yes. It works on damp or dry hair.
Where can I buy Kérastase Curl Manifesto in Alberta?
Online at denimandsmith.com, shipped from Calgary, or at any Denim & Smith location across Calgary, Edmonton, Cochrane, Okotoks and Rocky View. Shop the full Curl Manifesto range.
