Cantu Wave Whip Curling Mousse 8.4 oz
- Type 2 waves, Type 3 curls, Type 4 coils
- Shea butter conditioning formula
- Sulfate, paraben, silicone and mineral oil free
- Damp hair, scrunched toward the scalp
- Coconut scent, cruelty free
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light shea butter mousse that shapes waves, curls and coils without crunch. Hold is soft, so tight styles in humid weather may need a gel on top.
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ASIN: B0178H2LK4Category: Hair Styling Mousses
Overview
Shea butter whipped into a light mousse conditions curls as you scrunch it into damp hair, so the pattern sets without the stiff cast of a gel. Cantu leaves out mineral oil, sulfates, parabens and silicones.
Definition plus conditioning in one airy step suits naturals who find creams too heavy. A soft hold is the limit, and humid days may frizz the result without a sealing gel.
Who it's for
Wash and go routines on curly and coily hair suit it, thanks to the light conditioning. Straight hair seeking big volume will see little benefit.
Pros and cons
- No crunch when dry
- Conditions as it styles
- Free of silicones and sulfates
- Works across wave and coil types
- Soft hold only
- Coconut scent is noticeable
- Humidity resistance not stated
- May not define very loose waves
Performance notes
Mousse spreads easily through damp hair, and scrunching up toward the scalp clumps curls so they dry in groups. Shea butter softens the surface while the foam's light film holds the shape. Diffusing or air drying without touching gives the cleanest definition.
Specifications
| Brand | Cantu |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.6 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Liquid Volume | 8.4 fl oz |
| Item Volume | 8.4 fl oz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type Free | Sulfate Free, Paraben Free, Paraffin Free, Phthalate Free, Gluten Free, Silicone Free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 8.4 fl oz |
| Other details | |
| Product Benefits | Curl Enhancing, Moisturizing |
| Hair Type | All |
| Item Form | Mousse |
| Scent Name | Coconut |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Hair-Conditioners |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Cantu Wave Whip Curling Mousse?
It holds 8.4 fl oz, listed as 248 ml.
How do I apply Cantu Wave Whip?
Apply it like any mousse, scrunching damp hair up towards the scalp.
Does Cantu Wave Whip leave hair crunchy?
No. The listing says it lets you scrunch, style and shape curls without crunch.
Is the Cantu mousse silicone free?
Yes. It has no mineral oil, sulfates, parabens, silicones, phthalates, gluten, paraffin or propylene.