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Our Roundup
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Syoss's Power Hold Gel is the dupe with the most similar ingredients. Our matching methodology puts it at an 51% ingredient match!
Of all of the dupes for this product, got2b's Farewell Flyaways is the most liked by our community. Our matching algorithm puts it at an 63% overall match!
- Syoss Power Hold Gel 1
- got2b Farewell Flyaways 2
- Wella Shockwaves Extra Strong Wet Look Gel 3
- Biolage Curl Defining Elixir 4
- Wella Shockwaves Ultra Strong Power Hold Gel 5
- got2b Ultra Glued Invincible Styling Gel 6
- Creme of Nature Argan Oil For Natural Hair Maximum Hold Styling Snot 7
- TRESemmé Extra Hold Hair Gel 8
- TRESemmé Mega Control Hair Gel 9
- Eden Bodyworks Lavender Aloe Smoothing Gel 10
- Matrix A Curl Can Dream Light Hold Gel 11
- TRESemmé Ultra Hold Hair Gel 12
- Style Factor Edge Booster 13
- L'Oreal Studio Line Clear Minded Clean Gel 14
- Texture ID Edge Taming Gel 15
- Mielle Organics Pomegranate And Honey Air Dry Styler Gel 16
- DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler 17
- DevaCurl Defining Spray Gel Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler 18
- Bed Head by TIGI For Men Power Play Firm Finish Gel 19
- Miss Jessie’s Honey Curls 20
- DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler 21
- TGIN Smooth & Hold Edge Control 22
- Odele Flex Hair Gel 23
- Wella Shockwaves Tuff Stuff Heat & Sweat Proof Gel 24
- Design Essentials Almond And Avocado Curl Defining Crème Gel 25
- Baxter of California Thickening Style Gel 26
- Function Of Beauty Mane Moisture Styling Gel 27
- Miss Jessie’s Senora Rizada Gel 28
- DevaCurl Light Defining Gel Soft Hold No-Crunch Styler 29
- Design Essentials Honey And Shea Edge Tamer 30
- Maria Nila Weightless Curl Definer 31
Overview
What it is
Gel, pomade & wax with 30 ingredients that contains AHA
Cool Features
It is vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
It doesn't contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
65% match
with the ingredients and function of Syoss Power Hold Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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got2b Farewell Flyaways
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain AHA. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Wella Shockwaves Extra Strong Wet Look Gel
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Biolage Curl Defining Elixir
60% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain AHA. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $4.00 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Wella Shockwaves Ultra Strong Power Hold Gel
59% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
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got2b Ultra Glued Invincible Styling Gel
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $22.02 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Creme of Nature Argan Oil For Natural Hair Maximum Hold Styling Snot
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $17.51 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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TRESemmé Extra Hold Hair Gel
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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TRESemmé Mega Control Hair Gel
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Eden Bodyworks Lavender Aloe Smoothing Gel
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Matrix A Curl Can Dream Light Hold Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain AHA. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $5.00 more expensive than the original product.
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TRESemmé Ultra Hold Hair Gel
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Style Factor Edge Booster
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and better texture.
Both products are also reef safe.
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L'Oreal Studio Line Clear Minded Clean Gel
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Texture ID Edge Taming Gel
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Mielle Organics Pomegranate And Honey Air Dry Styler Gel
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
54% match
with the ingredients and function of DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain AHA. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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DevaCurl Defining Spray Gel Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $2.00 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Bed Head by TIGI For Men Power Play Firm Finish Gel
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates. They both contain common allergens and fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin.
Price Comparison
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Miss Jessie’s Honey Curls
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $12.01 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel Strong Hold No-Crunch Styler
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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TGIN Smooth & Hold Edge Control
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 7 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Odele Flex Hair Gel
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $16.01 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Wella Shockwaves Tuff Stuff Heat & Sweat Proof Gel
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Design Essentials Almond And Avocado Curl Defining Crème Gel
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
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Baxter of California Thickening Style Gel
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Function Of Beauty Mane Moisture Styling Gel
52% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Miss Jessie’s Senora Rizada Gel
52% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $13.31 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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DevaCurl Light Defining Gel Soft Hold No-Crunch Styler
52% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $4.00 more expensive than the original product.
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Design Essentials Honey And Shea Edge Tamer
51% match
with the ingredients and function of Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
Dupe Explained
These products are both gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 7 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Curlsmith Shape Up Aqua Gel
51% match
with the ingredients and function of Maria Nila Weightless Curl Definer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free gel, pomade & wax that contain. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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