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Kinky Curly Curling Custard vs Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother: which is better?

This comparison comes down to lasting curl definition and wave hold versus smoother styling, quicker drying, and shine.

The quick answer

Depends what you need

  • Rated higher: Curling Custard — 93 vs 81 nextscore
  • Better for frizz: No. 6 Bond Smoother

Kinky Curly Curling Custard is better for defined waves and lasting hold, while Olaplex No. 6 suits frizz smoothing, quicker drying, and shine.

Choose Kinky Curly Curling Custard if

  • you want soft, defined waves with lasting frizz control
  • you prefer one styler applied to soaking-wet hair

Choose Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother if

  • you have fine hair and want smoothing without flattening from a tiny amount
  • you want quicker blow-drying and softer-looking damaged ends

At a glance

Kinky Curly Curling CustardOlaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother
—$0.33/ml
93 · 46 verdicts81 · 91 verdicts
—Frizz

What Reddit says

Kinky Curly Curling Custard

What Reddit likes

  • Soft, non-crunchy hold with definition
  • Excellent frizz control and multi-day wave retention
  • Works as a one-styler on soaking-wet hair

Watch out for

  • Flakes on low-porosity hair
  • Too much becomes impossible-to-scrunch-out crunchy
  • Can feel sticky and gross during application
See the Reddit threads on Kinky Curly Curling Custard

Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother

What Reddit likes

  • Tiny amount smooths fine hair without flattening it
  • Cuts blow-drying time noticeably
  • Softens damaged ends and improves their appearance

Watch out for

  • Expensive for a styling cream
  • Too heavy when overapplied, especially on fine waves
  • Silicone buildup may require clarifying washes
See the Reddit threads on Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother
Compare full ingredient lists · 3 in common

In both · 3

  1. Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)
  2. Citric Acid
  3. Potassium Sorbate

Only in Kinky Curly Curling Custard · 9

  1. Botanical Infusion Of Water
  2. Horsetail
  3. Chamomile
  4. Nettle
  5. Marshmallow
  6. Organic Aloe Vera Juice
  7. Agave Nectar Extract
  8. Pectin
  9. Natural Fragrance

Only in Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother · 42

  1. Water/Aqua/Eau
  2. Cetearyl Alcohol
  3. Dimethicone
  4. Isohexadecane
  5. Coco-Caprylate
  6. Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
  7. Behentrimonium Chloride
  8. Isododecane
  9. Phenyl Trimethicone
  10. Propanediol
  11. Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
  12. Cetrimonium Chloride
  13. Glyceryl Stearate
  14. Isopropyl Alcohol
  15. Hydroxyethylcellulose
  16. Hydroxypropyl Guar
  17. Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
  18. Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
  19. Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol
  20. Disodium EDTA
  21. Silica Dimethyl Silylate
  22. Gigartina Stellata Extract
  23. Glyoxal
  24. Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract
  25. Tocopherol
  26. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
  27. Ascorbic Acid
  28. Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
  29. Phytantriol
  30. Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
  31. Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
  32. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
  33. Panthenol
  34. Phenoxyethanol
  35. Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
  36. Sodium Benzoate
  37. Fragrance (Parfum)
  38. Hexyl Cinnamal
  39. Limonene
  40. Citral
  41. Linalool
  42. Citronellol

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