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Hold Me Softly Style Balm

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Details & care

What it is: A light hold curl-enhancing styling cream that provides loose, soft definition without crunch for all curl types.

Who it's for: Ideal for all hair types. Best for medium to coarse textured hair.

What it does: This balm is a smooth whipped-cream moisturizer that enhances curls and waves, achieving a natural, effortless look. It provides a very soft hold, which means you won't have any cast or crunchy residue. It's great on its own for a soft, romantic style, or if you want defined frizz-free curls you can layer it with a stronger hold styling gel.

How to use: Take a small amount of balm. Start with a dime-size per section and add up if needed—a little goes a long way. Rake the cream through soaking wet hair, making sure you are evenly distributing it and coating every strand. Use the 'prayer hands' method to smooth the strands. This helps sealing cuticles and reducing frizz. Flip your hair and gently scrunch to encourage curl formation. You can stop stop here for a loose, soft style or follow with a gel for more hold.

  • Paraben-free; phthalate-free; sulfate-free; silicone-free; mineral oil-free; DEA-free
  • Made in the USA
  • Item #7632174
  • Core Product ID 333337DMVS

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(455)4554.5 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Sept 27, 2026

The products were great on

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The products were great on my hair. My hair feels healthy and manageable. Thank you.
Guy S.
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Most helpful critical review

Dec 7, 2024

Product did nothing for curl

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Product did nothing for curl definition. The texture of my hair was worse than before I used the product and the scent is unpleasant
ASHA G.
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1 star4%
Sept 27, 2026

The products were great on

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The products were great on my hair. My hair feels healthy and manageable. Thank you.
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Guy S.
Sept 7, 2026

I might be Curl-smitten

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very happy. Light. Gently. Calm, not overwhelming scent. Gentle hold with just the right shine. My friend turned me onto Curlsmith, and I might be smitten.
Reposted from Curlsmith
Jackson S.
Aug 27, 2026

Thin hair/Heavy

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It is a bit heavy for my hair even with just a quarter size amount. My hair is shoulder length and each strand is thin. I'll try using a smaller amount next time.
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Tina H.
July 10, 2026

Hold Me Softly (Blue)

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Hold is good. Smells like Tutti Frutti. Grown up fragrance would be nice.
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Kathleen L.
Apr 8, 2026

Great New Addition to Wash Day

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently tried this styling cream and was amazed at the results! I applied it after my leave-in conditioner and followed it up with a stronger holding gel and my hair consistently holds its curl pattern much better in between washes. This is a great product to help keep your curls formed and soft until wash day.
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Tierney W.
Mar 11, 2026

Hold me softly balm

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like it but find that it’s a little too heavy for me.
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Alice A.
Mar 6, 2026

I really was hoping to

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really was hoping to love this product and I do to a point. Can’t do products with fragrance and this one has fragrance
Reposted from Curlsmith
Jamie M.
Nov 26, 2025

Perfect light hold

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am not a fan of the crunchy or wet look. This styler is perfect for a light hold to keep my frizz at bay.
Reposted from Curlsmith
Amy
Nov 2, 2025

Not sure whether I like the products

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been using 5 Curlsmith products individually and together for about 3 weeks. I haven't yet gotten the soft curls/waves I want. I end up with either lightly stiff hair that I can't touch (because it will ruin the look) or a slightly heavy texture that provides slight curl but doesn't style well. I end up with wires strays in both cases. I feel like Im chasing a unicorn.
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Cathy K.
Oct 6, 2025

Fabulous

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using Curlsmith for some time now. and it's great for my curls. .
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Josephine D.
Sept 28, 2025

Love it, wish I could keep it!

I love what this cream does for my hair! I have fine, wavy hair so it brings beautiful definition without weighing it down. The down side is I’m allergic to the fragrance. So if this came in fragrance-free, this would be my go to!!
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Dana
Sept 26, 2025

Perfect for fine hair

My hair is very fine and wavy/curly. This is the only product I have found that gives my curls support without crunchiness or weighing it down. I love it!!
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