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KMS Curl Up Twisting Style Balm is a curl-defining styling balm that shapes, hydrates, and adds frizz control.
This creamy balm coats each strand to help curls twist, coil, and hold their pattern while staying touchably soft. It works by smoothing the hair surface and locking in moisture, so curls look defined rather than puffy or fluffy.
The texture feels rich yet lightweight, spreading easily through damp hair without stickiness. Once dry, hair feels flexible with a soft, satin finish and a light, clean scent that does not overpower.
Ideal for wavy, curly, and coily hair, especially when you want lasting definition for twist-outs, braids, or air-dried curls. Expect curls that feel smoother, look more polished, and stay in shape throughout the day.
How To Use KMS Curl Up Twisting Style Balm
- Work a small amount between your palms.
- Apply evenly to clean, damp hair from mid-lengths to ends.
- Twist, scrunch, or coil sections to shape your natural curl pattern.
- Air-dry or diffuse for stronger definition.
- Once dry, gently separate curls with fingers if desired.
- Use a little more on very thick or coily hair.
KMS Curl Up Twisting Style Balm Ingredients
Aqua (Water, Eau), VP/VA Copolymer, Glycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propylene Glycol, PVP, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polyquaternium-37, Parfum (Fragrance), Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol.
Note: Please refer to bottle for full ingredients.
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Aqua SolventsSolvent
The water base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients in most products.
May suitAll hair and skin types.
Worth knowingAlmost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.
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VP/VA Copolymer Thickeners and stabilisersFilm-forming styling polymer
A film-forming polymer that helps provide hold, texture and style retention.
May suitPeople looking for longer-lasting hold or improved definition in styling products.
Worth knowingIt is widely used in gels, mousses and sprays because it creates flexible, brushable hold. It can also help reduce frizz by forming a lightweight coating on the hair.
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Glycerin HumectantsHumectant
Attracts and holds water to help hair feel hydrated and soft.
May suitDry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.
Worth knowingA very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.
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PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Cleansers / surfactantsSolubiliser and emulsifier
Helps blend oils and fragrance into water-based formulas for even texture and performance.
May suitUseful for those who prefer haircare products with clear, consistent textures or evenly dispersed fragrance and oils.
Worth knowingIt is widely used in shampoos, conditioners and styling products to keep formulations stable and smooth. It also offers mild surfactant properties that support product rinse-off.
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Propylene Glycol HumectantsHumectant
Helps hold moisture and carry other ingredients through the formula.
May suitMost hair types as part of a moisturising formula.
Worth knowingA widely used humectant and carrier ingredient.
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PVP Thickeners and stabilisersFilm-forming polymer
PVP is a film-forming ingredient that helps provide hold and structure in styling products.
May suitAnyone looking for longer-lasting hold, enhanced definition or improved style memory.
Worth knowingIt is widely used in gels, mousses and sprays because it creates a flexible film on the hair shaft. Its performance can vary with humidity, so it is often blended with other polymers for stability.
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Cetearyl Alcohol Conditioning agentsFatty alcohol conditioner
A fatty alcohol that helps soften hair and improve the texture of formulations.
May suitPeople looking for smoother, more manageable hair or richer, creamier product textures.
Worth knowingDespite the name, fatty alcohols are moisturising and conditioning rather than drying. They also help stabilise and thicken many haircare formulas.
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PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate Cleansers / surfactantsMild surfactant and emollient
A gentle, non-ionic surfactant that also adds light softness and slip to hair.
May suitThose looking for mild cleansing with a smoother, less stripped feel.
Worth knowingIt is often included to make cleansing formulas feel more conditioning and to help solubilise oils or fragrances. It pairs well with stronger surfactants to create a more balanced wash.
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Cetrimonium Chloride Conditioning agentsConditioning agent
A conditioning agent that helps smooth and soften the hair while reducing static and tangles.
May suitPeople looking for improved manageability, detangling and smoother-feeling hair.
Worth knowingIt is a commonly used quaternary ammonium compound that helps conditioners spread easily through the hair. It is effective even at low levels, which is why it appears frequently in rinse-off products.
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Hydroxyethylcellulose Thickeners and stabilisersThickener and stabiliser
A polymer that helps thicken and stabilise haircare formulas.
May suitThose who prefer products with a smooth, uniform texture or need easier application and distribution.
Worth knowingIt is derived from cellulose and is widely used because it provides viscosity without weighing hair down. It also helps improve the feel and spreadability of many water-based products.
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Phenoxyethanol PreservativesPreservative
Helps keep the product stable and pleasant to use after opening.
May suitAll products that need protecting from spoilage.
Worth knowingA very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.
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Aminomethyl Propanol pH adjusterspH adjuster
Helps adjust and stabilise the pH of haircare formulations.
May suitThose interested in how product pH affects hair and scalp feel may find its presence relevant.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used at low levels to help formulas stay effective and consistent. It does not act on the hair directly but supports the overall product performance.
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Polyquaternium-37 Conditioning agentsFilm-forming conditioner
A conditioning polymer that helps smooth the hair and improve manageability.
May suitThose looking for softer, more manageable hair or extra slip in styling products.
Worth knowingIt forms a lightweight film on the hair to reduce static and enhance glide without leaving heavy residue. It is commonly used in both rinse-off and leave-in formulas.
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Parfum Fragrance ingredientsFragrance
Gives the product its scent.
May suitPeople who enjoy a scented product.
Worth knowingFragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.
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Caprylyl Glycol HumectantsHumectant
Helps attract and hold moisture in hair and scalp while supporting product stability.
May suitThose looking for added hydration or smoother-feeling hair.
Worth knowingIt is also commonly used as a preservative booster to help maintain formula freshness. It is well tolerated in most haircare products.
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Hexylene Glycol SolventsSolvent and texture enhancer
Hexylene Glycol helps dissolve other ingredients and improves the spreadability of haircare formulations.
May suitThose using stylers, treatments or serums that rely on smooth, even application.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used in both leave-in and rinse-off products to support stable, easy-to-apply textures. It can also assist with product absorption and consistency.
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Isopropyl Alcohol SolventsSolvent
Helps dissolve ingredients and supports quick-drying formulas.
May suitThose using styling products that benefit from fast evaporation, such as sprays.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used at low levels to improve texture and spreadability. It evaporates quickly, leaving minimal residue on the hair.
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Lactic Acid pH adjusterspH adjuster
Helps adjust and maintain the product’s pH for optimal performance.
May suitThose looking for formulas that help smooth the cuticle or gently refine the scalp surface.
Worth knowingLactic Acid can also provide mild hydrating and smoothing benefits in haircare. Its pH-balancing role helps support product stability and performance.
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PEG-12 Dimethicone SiliconesSilicone-based conditioning agent
A water-dispersible silicone that helps soften hair, add slip and reduce frizz.
May suitPeople looking for smoother, easier-to-detangle hair without a heavy silicone feel.
Worth knowingBecause it is water-dispersible, it tends to rinse out more easily than many traditional silicones. It is commonly used in both rinse-off and leave-in formulas for added manageability.
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Disodium EDTA Chelating agentsChelating agent
Binds to minerals from hard water so the product works consistently and stays stable.
May suitAll products, especially in hard-water areas.
Worth knowingUsed in tiny amounts to keep formulas performing reliably.
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Panthenol Conditioning agentsConditioning agent
Helps condition, soften and add a smooth, healthy feel to the hair.
May suitMost hair types, especially dry or dull hair.
Worth knowingA versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.
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Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredientsFragrance component
Benzyl Salicylate is a fragrance ingredient used to add a sweet, floral aroma to haircare products.
May suitThose who enjoy subtly floral-scented haircare or are monitoring specific fragrance allergens.
Worth knowingIt is one of the fragrance allergens that must be listed individually on product labels when present above certain levels. Its presence does not indicate product strength or quality, only that it contributes to the overall scent profile.
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Limonene Fragrance ingredientsFragrance component
A fragrance component that also occurs naturally in many citrus and plant oils.
Worth knowingA fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.
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Linalool Fragrance ingredientsFragrance component
A fragrance component found naturally in many flowers and spices.
Worth knowingA fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.
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Citronellol Fragrance ingredientsFragrance component
A fragrance component with a soft floral, rose-like character.
Worth knowingA fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.