tldr; Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer is a highly praised strong-hold gel, particularly beneficial for thick, fine, or low porosity hair, and noted for its non-tacky feel.
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Best praise vs top criticism for Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer
“I am 3A, high porosity, and i love curlsmith In style shower fixer. crunchy at first but such good hold for so many days so i use it when i know it might be a little bit before the next wash day. Had high hopes for ouidad gels since i heard good reviews but did not find it personally as long lasting for hold. also felt it was more flaky, and didn’t like the texture on my hair. need to try some more though!”
“I am an absolute Curlsmith addict, but the in shower fixer does the same for me. It's sticky, makes my hair frizzy and doesn't provide nearly the hold (and shine) that the gel souffle (which is supposedly a medium hold?) does. I'm convinced it has to be water chemistry. The in shower fixer and the mousse are the only 2 Curlsmith products I would not buy again. Everything else....I have a problem.”
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