Paul Mitchell Super Clean Sculpting Gel — Firm Hold 16.9 fl oz, Maximum Control & High Shine

Whether you want a defined, sculpted look, a glossy wet finish, or strong hold for resistant hair, this 16.9 fl oz salon-grade gel is formulated to lock styles in place while adding visible shine. The scent blends citrus and herbal notes of lemon and neroli for a fresh, salon-style aroma. Packaging is now designed with post-consumer recycled materials and recyclable components where possible, reflecting the brand’s sustainability efforts.

How does this gel keep styles in place all day?

The formula contains firm-hold polymers that create a strong, flexible scaffold around the hair shaft so strands stay where you set them. It resists humidity and maintains structure without feeling overly crunchy when applied correctly. Ideal for styles that need lasting definition—pomps, spikes, and sculpted shapes.

• Firm-hold polymers for long-lasting control
• Flexible finish avoids brittle texture when worked through
• Resists frizz and humidity for sustained shape

Can I get shine and texture without a greasy feel?

Yes. The gel is engineered to boost high shine while creating bold texture, so hair looks glossy and defined rather than oily. It layers well with other styling products and rinses out cleanly when shampooed, leaving minimal residue.

• High-shine finish for polished styles and wet looks
• Defines texture and separation for modern styles
• Rinses out easily to prevent buildup

Will this work on thick, coarse, or hard-to-hold hair?

Absolutely—this is one of the gel’s strengths. The firm-hold action is effective on coarse or resistant hair that typically loses shape, giving stylists and users maximum control to sculpt durable looks.

• Extra control suited for coarse and unruly hair
• Helps maintain complex, gravity-defying styles
• Works well on shorter cuts and structured styles

How should I use it for the best results?

Apply a small amount to damp or dry hair depending on the desired finish: damp for softer hold and wet look, dry for firm sculpting. Work evenly through hair from roots to ends, then style by combing, sculpting with fingers, or blow-drying for added volume. Start with less product and add as needed to avoid excess stiffness.

• Use on damp hair for glossy, controlled styles
• Apply to dry hair for strong, sculpted definition
• Comb or finger-style for the desired texture and separation

Who is this for? Paul Mitchell Super Clean Sculpting Gel is designed for anyone who needs reliable, salon-quality hold—professionals shaping client styles as well as individuals wanting a polished, high-shine finish. It’s particularly useful for people with coarse, resistant, or short hair seeking structure and texture. If you want long-lasting control with a fresh citrus-herbal scent and improved recyclable packaging, this gel is a practical choice.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water, Eau), Polyquaternium-11, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Panthenol, Hedychium Coronarium (White Ginger) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Algae Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Wheatgermamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, DMDM Hydantoin, Oleth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl PG-Propyl Dimethicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum (Fragrance), Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene