John Frieda
Frizz Ease Dream Curls Curl Reviver Mousse
"A lightweight, affordable mousse that adds volume and soft definition to waves. Contains water-soluble silicone so nearly CGM-friendly. Great for fine hair needing body without crunch."
Hair Compatibility
Curl Pattern
Strand Thickness
Porosity
Performance
- Hold Level
- Medium Hold
- Weight
- Very Light
- Finish
- Soft, No Cast
- Buildup Risk
- Low
What's Inside
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil (Rosehip Oil)
Nourishes and adds shine to curls
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
Moisturises and strengthens hair
Polyquaternium-11
Film-forming hold and conditioning
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Water-soluble silicone for smoothing
View Full Ingredients List
Aqua (Water), Butane, Isobutane, Polyquaternium-11, Propane, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Panthenol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Isosteareth-10, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Methylpropanediol, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool
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How to Use
Best as: Styler
Alternatives to Consider
Overview
John Frieda Frizz Ease Dream Curls Curl Reviver Mousse is a lightweight styling foam designed to enhance waves and curls without weighing them down. Infused with Rosehip Oil and featuring what John Frieda calls “Curl Enhancing Technology”, it provides medium hold with a soft, touchable finish. The formula contains a water-soluble silicone (PEG-12 Dimethicone), making it the closest to CGM-friendly in the Dream Curls range.
Key Ingredients Breakdown
- Rosehip Oil (Rosa Canina Fruit Oil) - A lightweight oil rich in vitamins A, C, and essential fatty acids that nourishes without heaviness.
- Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) - A humectant that penetrates the hair shaft, adding moisture, improving elasticity, and strengthening strands.
- Polyquaternium-11 - A film-forming polymer that provides flexible hold while conditioning hair and reducing static.
- PEG-12 Dimethicone - A water-soluble silicone that smooths hair without the heavy buildup of traditional silicones. Easier to wash out.
What We Love
- Lightweight formula - Won’t flatten fine waves
- Soft, touchable hold - No crunch or stiffness
- Water-soluble silicone - Less buildup than other Dream Curls products
- Volume-boosting - Lifts roots without weight
- Budget-friendly - Affordable for daily use
- Protein-free - Safe for protein-sensitive hair
What Could Be Better
- Medium hold only - Won’t survive high humidity
- Contains silicone - Not strictly CGM-approved
- Strong fragrance - May bother scent-sensitive users
- Not for coarse hair - Won’t provide enough hold or moisture
How to Use
For Volume and Definition
- Shake can well before use
- Dispense a golf ball-sized amount into palm
- Apply to damp (not soaking wet) hair
- Scrunch upward from ends to roots
- Flip head upside down for extra volume at roots
- Diffuse on low heat or air dry
For Refreshing Day 2 Curls
- Lightly mist hair with water
- Apply a small amount of mousse to palms
- Scrunch into curls that need revival
- Air dry or diffuse briefly
- Shake out any crunch once dry
Pro Tip
Layer this mousse under a gel for stronger hold in humid weather. The mousse provides volume and softness at the roots whilst the gel locks in definition at the ends.
The Verdict
John Frieda Dream Curls Mousse is a solid choice for wavies and looser curls who want volume without crunch. It’s particularly well-suited to fine hair that gets weighed down by heavier products. The water-soluble silicone makes it easier to wash out than other silicone-containing products, though strict CGM followers may still prefer to look elsewhere.
At its budget price point, it’s worth trying if you’re looking for a lightweight, volumising mousse that’s widely available on the high street. Just don’t expect it to hold up in challenging humidity.
Our Rating: 3.5/5