Aveda Be Curly Advanced Curl Perfecting Primer for Wavy Curly Coily Hair — 6.7 fl oz, Silicone-Free Detangler & Frizz Control

Aveda Be Curly Advanced Curl Perfecting Primer is a 97% naturally derived, silicone-free leave-in that detangles, smooths and creates a flexible base for styling wavy, curly and coily hair.

This lightweight primer sits between your wash-day conditioning and styling steps to reduce breakage, protect the hair from drying elements and improve curl definition. Formulated with a plant-derived peptide and kokum seed butter, it adds slip for easier combing while helping control frizz in humid conditions. The formula is free from silicones, synthetic fragrances, parabens and other common additives, and features Aveda's Pure-Fume citrus-forward aroma from organic essential oils.

How does this primer make detangling and combing gentler?

The primer adds immediate slip to damp hair so combs and fingers glide through curls with less resistance, lowering mechanical damage. It also helps coat fragile strands to reduce tension during styling.

• Sprays on lightweight conditioning agents for easier comb-through.
• Kokum seed butter provides natural slip to reduce breakage.
• Helps protect delicate curl pattern during manipulation.

Will it actually reduce frizz in humid weather?

In controlled testing, the primer significantly reduced frizz on tresses exposed to humidity, offering hours of improved smoothness. It is designed to work as the priming step before your chosen styling product to extend frizz control.

• Lightweight barrier helps resist moisture-driven frizz.
• Layer-friendly for follow-up creams, gels or mousses.
• Provides measurable frizz reduction when used on damp hair.

What ingredients support curl strength and shine?

The formula includes a plant-protein-derived peptide aimed at reinforcing fragile curl structure, while kokum seed butter conditions and adds manageability. This combination helps hair look smoother and catch more light without weighing curls down.

• Plant-derived peptide replenishes tensile strength in strands.
• Kokum seed butter conditions and increases slip for styling.
• Natural oils and essences contribute to enhanced shine.

How do I use this primer in my routine?

Apply to clean, damp hair as the final step after shampoo and conditioner. Mist evenly, detangle with fingers or a wide-tooth comb, and follow with your preferred styling product; do not rinse out.

• Lightly mist root-to-ends on damp hair for even coverage.
• Comb or finger-style while hair is still wet for best definition.
• Layer styling products over the primer to customize hold and texture.

Who this is for: Aveda Be Curly Advanced Curl Perfecting Primer is aimed at people with wavy, curly or coily textures who want gentler detangling, improved curl formation and better frizz control without silicones. It suits anyone looking for a plant-forward, fragrance-rich primer to use before their favorite curl creams or gels, and for those who prefer formulations free from common synthetic additives.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Polyester-11, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Garcinia Indica (kokum) Seed Butter, Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract, Squalane, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glycine Soja (soybean) Oil, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Bis-octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/propanediol Copolymer, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Fragrance (parfum), Linalool, Citral, Limonene, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate ILN52210 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.