Bouclème
Curl Cream
"Award-winning curl cream with light protein. Provides soft definition and moisture for medium to thick curly hair. Best in moderate humidity conditions."
Hair Compatibility
Curl Pattern
Strand Thickness
Porosity
Performance
- Hold Level
- Light Hold
- Weight
- Medium
- Finish
- Soft, No Cast
- Buildup Risk
- Low
What's Inside
Shea Butter
Deep moisture and frizz control
Coconut Oil
Penetrating moisture and shine
Wheat Bran Extract
Light protein for strength
Aloe Vera
Hydration and soothing
View Full Ingredients List
Aqua/Water/Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Virgin Coconut) Oil, Glycerin (Vegetable), Diheptyl Succinate, Coco-Caprylate, Bis-(Isostearoyl/Oleoyl Isopropyl) Dimonium Methosulfate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Distearoylethyl Dimonium Chloride, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Benzyl Alcohol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Aleurites Moluccana (Kukui Butter), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Red) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange Sweet) Peel Oil, Origanum Majorana (Marjoram Sweet) Leaf Oil, Michelia Alba (Magnolia) Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil, Styrax Tonkinensis (Benzoin) Resin Extract, Cymbopogon Martini (Palmarosa) Leaf Oil, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Bran Extract, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Tocopherol, Limonene, Linalool
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How to Use
Best as: Leave-In
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Overview
Bouclème Curl Cream is an award-winning styling cream that doubles as a leave-in conditioner. With light protein from wheat bran extract, it provides both moisture and gentle strengthening for defined, frizz-free curls.
Key Ingredients Breakdown
- Shea Butter - Rich, deep moisture that helps control frizz and adds softness.
- Coconut Oil - One of the few oils that can penetrate the hair shaft for lasting moisture.
- Wheat Bran Extract - Provides light plant keratin for gentle strengthening without stiffness.
- Aloe Vera - Lightweight hydration that soothes scalp and adds slip.
What We Love
- Award-winning formula - Beauty Bible Awards 2023 Best Curl Defining Product
- Versatile use - Works as leave-in conditioner or styling cream
- Light protein - Strengthens without risking protein overload
- Soft, touchable finish - No crunch or stiffness
- Well-formulated - Formulated for humid climate conditions
What Could Be Better
- Contains glycerin - May cause frizz in high humidity (above 16°C dew point)
- Not for protein-sensitive - Wheat bran extract may cause issues
- Can be heavy for fine hair - Those with fine strands may find it weighs down
How to Use
As a Leave-In
- Apply to soaking wet hair after washing
- Use praying hands to distribute evenly
- Follow with gel for hold
As a Styler
- Apply to wet hair as your main styling product
- Scrunch to encourage curl formation
- Best for those who prefer soft, natural definition over a cast
Tips for Best Results
- Check the dew point before using—switch to glycerin-free products above 16°C dew point
- Start with a small amount and add more as needed
- Excellent for finger coiling type 3 curls
The Verdict
At a mid-range price point, Bouclème Curl Cream is a quality investment for those with medium to thick curly hair. Its light protein content makes it ideal for maintaining strength whilst the shea butter provides lasting moisture. Just be mindful of humidity levels—save this for moderate dew point days.
Our Rating: 4/5