Giovanni
Mousse Air-Turbo Charged
"A lightweight, protein-free mousse with medium hold. CGM-approved and ideal for fine hair needing volume without crunch."
Hair Compatibility
Curl Pattern
Strand Thickness
Porosity
Performance
- Hold Level
- Medium Hold
- Weight
- Very Light
- Finish
- Touchable Cast
- Buildup Risk
- Low
What's Inside
Aloe Vera
Lightweight moisture and hold
Rosemary Extract
Strengthening and scalp health
Nettle Extract
Traditional hair-strengthening botanical
Lavender
Soothing and pleasant scent
View Full Ingredients List
Aqua (Purified Water), VP/VA Copolymer, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Betula Alba Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Tussilago Farfara (Coltsfoot) Flower Extract, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Natural Fragrance
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How to Use
Best as: Styler
Alternatives to Consider
Overview
Giovanni Mousse Air-Turbo Charged is a CGM community favourite for wavies and curlies seeking volume without weight. The protein-free, silicone-free formula uses botanical extracts for hold, making it suitable for those with sensitivities. At a budget price, it’s an accessible option for everyday styling.
Key Ingredients Breakdown
- Aloe Vera - Provides the base for lightweight hold without stiffness.
- Rosemary Extract - Traditional strengthening herb that adds to the formula’s botanical profile.
- Nettle Extract - Long associated with hair health and strength.
- Lavender - Adds a pleasant herbal scent and soothing properties.
- PVP - The hold polymer that provides structure without crunch.
What We Love
- Budget-friendly - Accessible pricing
- Protein-free - Safe for all porosities
- Lightweight - Won’t weigh down fine hair
- CGM-approved - Clean, natural-leaning formula
- Good volume - Provides genuine lift
- Pleasant herbal scent - Natural fragrance
What Could Be Better
- Medium hold only - May not last in high humidity
- Not for coils - Too light for type 4 textures
- Herbal scent - Not for everyone
- Availability - Less widely stocked than some brands
How to Use
On Wet Hair
- Shake can well
- Dispense golf ball-sized amount into hands
- Apply to soaking wet hair
- Scrunch upward to encourage curls
- Focus extra product at roots for volume
- Diffuse or air dry
For Maximum Volume
- Apply mousse with head flipped upside down
- Scrunch thoroughly
- Clip roots while drying
- Diffuse on medium heat
- Remove clips when fully dry
Pro Tip
Layer under gel for more hold while keeping the volume benefits of the mousse.
The Verdict
Giovanni Mousse Air-Turbo Charged earns its spot as a budget favourite. It does exactly what a mousse should—adds volume and light hold without weight or crunch. The protein-free formula makes it universally accessible, and the botanical ingredients appeal to those who prefer natural-leaning products. Not for coily textures, but perfect for waves and curls.
Our Rating: 4/5