Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Relaxing Balm — 5.1 fl oz smoothing balm for wavy, curly & textured hair, frizz control & faster drying

Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Relaxing Balm is a lightweight smoothing balm that relaxes waves, curls and coarse textures while locking out frizz and protecting hair during heat styling.

Designed to help speed drying and make styling more manageable, this 5.1 fl oz balm uses the brand’s Super Skinny Complex to displace water and temporarily constrict hair, reducing styling time and leaving a sleek finish. It’s formulated for medium to coarse hair and adds shine without weighing strands down. The finished scent blends apple, dewberry, white peach and wild strawberry for a fresh, fruity fragrance.

How does this balm reduce frizz and speed up drying?

The formula contains Paul Mitchell’s Super Skinny Complex, which helps displace water from the hair shaft and tighten the cuticle slightly so hair dries faster and lays smoother. Humidity-resistant styling agents help maintain the style in damp conditions without stiffness.

• Displaces surface water to shorten blow-dry time
• Constricts strands for quicker styling
• Humidity-resistant agents that lock out frizz

Will it protect my hair from heat tools?

This lightweight balm adds a protective layer that helps reduce thermal stress during blow-drying and hot-tool styling. It’s not a substitute for a dedicated heat protectant spray for extreme temperatures, but it supports safer styling and helps hair appear shinier and more manageable.

• Provides barrier against routine heat styling
• Helps maintain shine after hot tools
• Pairs well with additional thermal-protectant products

Is this product suitable for my hair type and texture?

Super Skinny Relaxing Balm is formulated primarily for medium to coarse hair, including wavy, curly and textured types that need smoothing and faster styling. It’s lightweight, so it won’t overly weigh down waves or loose curls, but thicker or very tight curls may prefer an alternate Paul Mitchell product if they need heavy moisture.

• Ideal: medium to coarse strands
• Works well on wavy, loose-curly and textured hair
• Not recommended as a heavy moisturizing treatment for very tight curls

How should I use the balm for best results?

Apply a small amount to towel-dried hair, focusing on mid-lengths to ends, then comb through and proceed to blow-dry or air-dry as desired. For added control, use with a round brush and low-to-medium heat; a little product goes a long way—start with a dime-sized amount and increase only if needed.

• Work through damp hair from mid-lengths to ends
• Comb or brush to distribute evenly before styling
• Use with blow-drying or let air-dry for smoother texture

Paul Mitchell also emphasizes environmental responsibility: retail bottles and jars use post-consumer recycled materials (50% PCR for bottles and jars, 25% for tubes), with low-profile caps and recyclable labels to reduce waste—check local recycling rules for details.

Who is this for? If you have medium to coarse hair that frizzes in humidity, takes long to dry, or fights to look smooth after styling, this balm offers a lightweight smoothing solution that speeds up drying and helps maintain shine. It’s ideal for anyone wanting easier blow-drying, reduced frizz, and a fresh, fruity scent without heavy buildup.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua, Eau), Propylene Glycol, Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Wheat Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Hexamethylindanopyran, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate, Amyl Cinnamal, Geraniol, Citronellol, Terpineol