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There’s nothing like beautiful curls or waves to make you feel special. And any woman with curly hair knows that it needs care that’s just as special to stay looking its best. With Dove Curls Defining Mousse, combining expert hair care with long-lasting hold, that’s easy. This hair mousse nourishes and protects curls from root to tip. Its lightweight, whipped cream texture helps to bring the best out of waves and curls, adding definition to bouncy hair, but without leaving hair feeling crunchy or weighed down.

Safeguarding against frizz, static and flyaways, our hair mousse helps gives you healthier-looking hair and perfectly polished, long-lasting shape, in one simple step. So you get touchably soft, beautiful curls that look as good as they make you feel.

Get touchably soft, beautiful curls that look as good as they make you feel.

Dispense mousse into the palm of your hand and spread between your palms. Distribute mousse evenly through damp, towel-dried hair, from root to tips. Style as usual.

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The Best Mousses & Foams for Every Type of Curly Hair

By Wendy Sy and Sydney Wingfield

" Mousse mania " first became popular in the '80s — pre- Allure 's existence — when, according to pop culture, the bigger the hair, the  better . Maybe you lived through the era or have seen photos of rock stars like Madonna or KISS and couldn't help but notice their wildly voluminous hair. Back then,  mousse was glorified as the answer for breathing life into  curly hair ; giving it hold, body, texture, and shine. Although it has its perks, the hair product has gained a bad rap over the years for two main reasons: crunchy hair and sticky roots.

If you've got curly hair, you know that foams and mousses can either give you the best hair day of your life or the worst one. The key? Finding the right formula that works for your specific hair type.

Modern-day versions are here to debunk the mindset that mousses should be a thing of the past. Plenty of formulas are now made with moisturizing ingredients, like sunflower oil and wheat protein, that are a considerable upgrade from the originals.

As for the difference between foams and mousses? It all comes down to consistency. Both types of products are similar, except foams are usually more lightweight than mousses which tend to have a texture closer to whipped cream.

"It's important you first  identify your curl type then find out what products are meant for you," says hairstylist  Irinel de León . "This is so important because you could be using a product that's either too light or heavy for your curls which could either cause frizz, leave build-up, or leave your strands limp."

On top of your curl type and hair texture, your environment can help determine the best product for you. "The climate you live in has a direct effect on your strands," de León adds. "For example, humidity is moisture in the air, so your strands will absorb that moisture and expand in width, leading to  frizz ."

To that end, there are a variety of mousses, including defining, volumizing, and thickening formulas, that keep your curls looking frizz-free and shiny. "Defining formulas will tend to have softer hold, while volumizing or thickening formulas will have a bit more hold and may use stronger polymers or film formers to temporarily build onto the hair and shape the hair in a fluffier position, giving the appearance of more volume and thickness," cosmetic chemist Charlene Valledor explains.

Avoiding formulas that are made with alcohol or other drying ingredients is key to avoiding your curls from being weighed down. "Look for lightweight conditioning or smoothing ingredients, nothing too heavy or that will cause buildup."

To smooth and define curls with a mousse, start by rubbing the foam into towel-dried hair from roots to tips. Comb through to detangle, hang your head upside down, and scrunch the product with your fingers. Then, flip your head over and use either  a diffuser to blow-dry your hair or air-dry and go. "It's as much about the styling technique as it is about the formulation," says Valledor. Knowing how to apply your mousse properly and using the best one for your hair type will give you the best results.

There you have it: Mousses and foams boost hydration and lend hold while leaving your hair touchably soft. Check out the best mousses for every curl pattern and type , according to hairstylists, to incorporate into your hair-styling routine.

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

DevaCurl Frizz-Free Volumizing Foam

Ulta Beauty

Have medium-textured hair? Try DevaCurl's Frizz-Free Volumizing Foam, which Dueñas says works best on 3A, 3B, and 3C curls. This body-boosting formula is slightly heavier than the previously mentioned Aloxxi, but is still on the lightweight side. The blend of moisturizing glycerin and sunflower fatty acids help reduce frizz, give hair a boost of airy volume, and leaves it super shiny. 

Pattern Beauty

Pattern Curl Mousse

Thirteen Lune

The Pattern Curl Mousse delivers weightless volume to your curls and has a clean, far from overpowering scent. You'll notice the sweet essence of neroli, rose and patchouli lingering after applying it to your strands. This particular curl-enhancing mousse features moisture-boosting marshmallow root and castor oil, making styling a smooth experience. In other words, you won't feel the product hardening, drying out, or flaking as you work it through your hair.

SheaMoisture

SheaMoisture Curl Mousse for Frizz Control

Allure contributor Sydney Wingfield loves the Coconut & Hibiscus Frizz-Free Curl Mousse from SheaMoisture. The fresh scent of coconut and hibiscus is minimal and not too strong, but moreover, it's made with hair-loving ingredients like coconut, neem oil, and  shea butter , which work in tandem to minimize frizz while maintaining your natural curl shape and volume.

Mielle Organics

Mielle Organics Babassu Brazilian Curly Cocktail Curl Mousse

Sally Beauty

Dry hair can be hard to manage and revive, but the Curly Cocktail Curl Mousse from Mielle Organics can help you achieve healthy and hydrated curls. Its lotion-based formula is easy to apply and style, and works best with 3A to 4C hair. A notable ingredient is fatty-acid-rich babassu oil, which smooths ends and strengthens hair's elasticity, while also reducing breakage.

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Ouidad VitalCurl+ Soft Defining Mousse

Type 2B to 3C curls can get a major upgrade with the lightweight Ouidad VitalCurl+ Soft Defining Mousse. "It works really well to help form shiny spirals and give it a good boost of volume and fullness — without the crunch or stiffness," says de León. 

It all comes down to the key ingredients in the formula: infused with omega 3-6-9 complex (with chia seed, Japanese camellia, and sunflower oils), the mousse helps your hair retain more moisture and bounce. Buh-bye, droopy curls.

Amika Plus Size Volume & Body Mousse

Valledor says that Amika's Plus Size Perfect Body Mousse is a great volumizing mousse if you want a bit more hold without weighing your curls down. This whipped formula gives your curls a picture-perfect, full, and bouncy look, thanks to shaping polymers that provide long-lasting hold and prevent any collapsing. Also on the list is obliphica extract (also known as sea buckthorn) to combat dryness and keep your hair feeling soft and weightless —  without that dreaded, stiff and crunchy feeling so many of us have experienced before.

Curlsmith Bouncy Strength Volume Foam

Your natural hair texture will thrive and become more defined and bouncy with Curlsmith's Bouncy Strength Volume Foam. The weightless, protein-enriched styler gives you a soft hold and gorgeous volume, as it's formulated with hemp seed and rice protein that strengthen and moisturize your hair, while also protecting it from further damage.

Oribe Curl Shaping Mousse

For wavy hair (2A to 2C), aim for lighter products like the Oribe Curl Shaping Mousse, as recommended by Hairstylist Cheryl T. Bergamy . "It adds moisture and is excellent at keeping curls and waves in place," she says. Expect supple, shiny hair that's frizz-free and far from stiff.

Start by working the product from ends to roots. Then use your hand to scrunch your hair while holding a diffuser underneath to create defined curls or waves.

ORS Olive Oil Wrap Set Hair Mousse

This ORS Wrap Set Hair Mousse has us wondering: How can something so soft be so powerful? Leigh Hardges , a Chicago-based hairstylist, recommends this product for 3A to 4A curls. "It's soft, pillowy, and easy to work with," she says. Since it's laced with olive oil as its key ingredient, it's rich in vitamin E and adds maximum moisture to hair.

OGX Locking + Coconut Curls Decadent Creamy Mousse

If your hair is in desperate need of some hydration, you'll love the Locking + Coconut Curls Decadent Creamy Mousse from drugstore fave OGX. The part-foam, part-cream formula nourishes and hydrates your hair as soon as you run it through your curls. The foam aspect of the product provides the lasting hold, while the cream, which is infused with defrizzing shea butter and coconut oil, deliver the hydration your hair is craving.

Dove Curls Defining Mousse

"As a stand-alone product, Dove Curls Defining Mousse works great on wavy to curly hair," says hairstylist Cynthia Alvarez . "It's great for fine hair as well due to its soft hold and creamy texture."

If you're looking for a more flexible hold rather than a strong grip, this one's for you. The lightweight formula leaves your hair bouncy, frizz-free, and nourished from root to tip.

Aloxxi Volumizing Whip

Aloxxi's Volumizing Whip is an extremely lightweight conditioning mousse that's a dream for fine-textured hair. Hairstylist Michael Dueñas notes that the styler is fitting for type 2A, 2B, and 2C curls. "It's hydrating, has a well-balanced hold, and doesn't weigh hair down," he tells Allure .

On a scale from one to five (with five being the strongest hold), you'll get a grip of around three. It's also worth noting that the built-in UV-blockers in this foam mousse protect your hair color from fading.

African Pride

African Pride Olive Miracle Non-Flaking Foam Setting Mousse

African Pride's Olive Miracle Foam Setting Mousse gives you salon-like results right at home. The long-lasting formula helps prevent flyaways and ensures your curls look shiny and stay put for as long as you need. This alcohol-free formula is made with deep-conditioning olive and  tea tree oils , which nourish your curls, and the lightweight styling foam allows you to easily shape your curls as desired.

Living Proof

Living Proof Full Thickening Mousse

Longing for thicker-looking hair? Bergamy recommends the Living Proof Full Thickening Mousse, which works like magic to amp up the fullness — and it's long-lasting, too. Seriously, you'll see a noticeable difference with just an egg-sized amount of product. 

Work the foam into damp hair from roots to ends, blow-dry, and get ready to be wowed. The mousse also doubles as a heat protectant (up to 320 degrees Fahrenheit/160 degrees Celsius ) and is safe for chemically treated hair.

John Frieda

John Frieda Frizz Ease Curl Reviver Mousse

If you're looking to bring the shape of your curls back to life, look no further than the Frizz Ease Curl Reviver Mousse from John Frieda. Infused with frizz-reducing abyssinian oil, the alcohol-free formula goes on smoothly and quickly enhances your curls while adding moisture. You'll notice bounce, shine and a hold that won't disappear if you touch your hair.

Motions Style and Create Versatile Foam

"This is a must-have in my kit because it prevents curls from frizzing up," says Alvarez, who notes the Motions Style and Create Versatile Foam works for all types of curls. Key ingredients include shea butter (to moisturize and strengthen hair), argan oil (to add shine and smooth cuticles), and coconut oil (to deeply condition).

"I also love to use this mousse to manipulate baby hair and finger waves ," she says.

Not Your Mother's

Not Your Mother's Curl Activation Mousse

Let's face it, preventing frizzy hair in humid weather seems like an impossible feat. But Not Your Mother's seems to have conquered it. The Curl Talk Curl Activating Mousse provides an impressively soft hold and frizz-free curls that will last throughout the day thanks to its gluten-, silicone-, and protein-free formula.

Dispense the mousse upside down into your hand, and work it through wet hair. Start at your roots, and apply evenly through curls.

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