Umberto Giannini Curl Jelly XL 500ml
- 500 ml pump bottle, 16.89 fl oz
- Medium hold, no crunch or stiffness
- Free of silicones, sulphates, drying alcohols, parabens
- Vegan and cruelty-free, made in the UK
- Unscented gel form
- Loose waves to tight coils covered
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A medium-hold curl gel in a large pump bottle that defines and shines without a hard cast. Hold is medium only, so very humid days or very long wear may ask for more.
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ASIN: B0FK5QGKY1Category: Hair Styling Gels
Overview
Curl owners who go through styler quickly get the same Curl Jelly formula in a large pump bottle. The gel coats waves, curls and coils to define the pattern, cut frizz and add shine while drying soft rather than crunchy.
Size is the real story here: a pump bottle of a known curl gel suits households with several curly heads or a heavy daily routine. The formula skips silicones, sulphates, drying alcohols and parabens. Hold stops at medium, so anyone used to a strong-hold gel may need a second product.
Who it's for
Wash-day routines for wavy, curly or coily hair where a soft, touchable finish matters more than maximum hold. People who want a firm cast for second-day curls should look at a stronger gel.
Pros and cons
- Large pump bottle for heavy use
- Soft finish with no crunch
- Silicone and sulphate free
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Medium hold only
- Application directions not listed
- Large bottle is bulky for travel
Performance notes
Definition comes from the gel film grouping strands into clumps as hair dries, while the medium hold sets how firmly those clumps resist humidity and touch. Leaving out drying alcohols means the film dries softer, which is why there is no crunch to scrunch out.
Specifications
| Brand | Umberto Giannini |
|---|---|
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item Volume | 500 ml |
| Liquid Volume | 290 ml |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type Free | Alcohol free, paraben free, silicone free, sulfate free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 16.89 fl oz |
| Other details | |
| Product Benefits | Curl enhancing |
| Hair Type | Curly |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Hold level | Medium |
Frequently asked questions
How is Umberto Giannini Curl Jelly XL dispensed?
The 500 ml size comes in a pump bottle. The listing does not give step-by-step application directions.
Will Umberto Giannini Curl Jelly leave curls crunchy?
The listing describes medium hold without stiffness and no crunch, so curls should stay soft and touchable.
Does Curl Jelly contain silicones or sulphates?
No. It is listed as free of silicones, sulphates, drying alcohols and parabens.
Is Umberto Giannini Curl Jelly a strong-hold gel?
No. It is a medium-hold gel, so it is not meant to form a hard cast.
Is the Curl Jelly scented?
It is listed as unscented.