Skip to product information
1 of 5
  • Play video

Rizos Curls

Rizos Curls Strong Hold Gel 8oz

Regular price
£19.99
Regular price
Sale price
£19.99
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Experience a durable, weightless hold with our Strong Hold Gel. Specifically crafted to manage frizz, improve definition, boost shine, and offer a flake-free hold. Enriched with nourishing ingredients such as Lactic Acid (AHA), Vegan Collagen Peptide, and Sugar Cane Extract for healthier hair.

  • Lasting hold
  • Frizz control
  • Weightless feel
  • Enhances definition
  • Humidity proof 
  • High shine
  • Flake-free
  • 91% naturally derived ingredients
  • For all hair types
  • PEG-free 
  • Free of Silicones, Sulfates, Parabens
  • Dermatologist-Tested
  • Vegan & Cruelty-Free 

Fragrance: Rizos Curls signature scent that is a refreshing subtle-sweet blend of vibrant California lemon & lime citrus notes anchored in a base of sandalwood & coconut milk.

Directions

Use after our Curl Defining Cream for added strong hold. Apply in sections & scrunch curls in upward motion. Dry hair with our Diffuser.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Polyquaternium-69, Polysorbate 20, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Benzoic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Fragrance/Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, SR-Hydrozoan Polypeptide-1 (Vegan Collagen Peptide), Lactic Acid (AHA), Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract/Saccharum Officinarum/Extrait de canne à sucre, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Limonene, Coumarin, Linalool

Advisory Information

We do our best to ensure that product information is accurate, however manufacturers may alter their ingredients without our knowledge. We strongly advise that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product and not exclusively rely on the information presented on our site.

If you have severe sensitivities or allergies, always contact the manufacturer directly to confirm the latest ingredients. We cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of ingredient or nutritional information we provide nor liable for any adverse reactions caused by the products we sell.

We are continuously in the process of updating ingredient information, so if you notice any discrepancies between the ingredients listed on our website and those that are on your package, please contact us.

Shipping & Delivery

Shipping & Delivery Overview

  • Orders are dispatched from our warehouse in London, United Kingdom.
  • Most orders are dispatched within 1–2 working days.
  • During busy periods (such as Black Friday, launches, and Christmas), dispatch may take up to 5 working days.
  • UK standard delivery usually arrives within 2–5 working days after dispatch.
  • International delivery times vary depending on destination and customs processing.
  • Free UK shipping is available on orders over £40.

Please note that delivery estimates begin after your order has been dispatched.


See full Shipping & Delivery Terms

Returns

You can return your order within 14 days of receiving it.

We use a dedicated portal to manage and track returns. Please contact our customer service team to request a returns authorisation number (RAN). Contact us

Please do not send your packages without authorisation as these will be refused.

If you are returning items not due to defect, discrepancy or misdescription, you will be responsible for return postage costs. This will usually be deducted from your purchase refund. 

Items can only be returned for a refund if they are unopened, unused and in a re-saleable condition with all tamper-resistant seals, packaging and any cellophane intact and within 14 days of your receiving your order. 

We do not offer exchanges. You will need to place a new order and return your original for a refund.

See full Returns & Refund Policy

prohibited items

International Shipping

Some products cannot be shipped internationally due to courier, customs, or aviation restrictions.

Restricted items may include:

  • Aerosols
  • Perfumes & aftershaves
  • Nail polish
  • Hair colour & hair dye products
  • Bleaching or chemical lightening products
  • Certain alcohol-based or flammable beauty products
  • Some liquid cosmetics to selected EU destinations, including makeup and face creams
  • Electrical beauty devices, including:
  • Hair dryers
  • Straighteners
  • Trimmers

If your order contains restricted items, we may:

  • Remove the affected item(s) from your order,
  • Contact you with alternative shipping options, or
  • Cancel and refund the affected item(s) where necessary.

UK Shipping Restrictions (Royal Mail Only)

The following items can only be shipped within the UK using Royal Mail:

Aerosols - maximum 2 items per order
Perfumes & aftershaves - maximum 8 items per order
Nail polish - maximum 8 items per order

Please do not select DHL at checkout if your order contains:

  • Aerosols
  • Perfumes or aftershaves
  • Nail polish

If DHL is selected for restricted items, we may:

  • Change the shipping method,
  • Remove restricted items from the order, or
  • Cancel and refund the affected item(s).

Any refunds will be processed in accordance with our Returns Policy.

rizos_curls_strong hold gel. for lasting hold, frizz control and weightless feel.
Rizos Curls Strong Hold Gel 8oz
Rizos Curls Strong Hold Gel 8oz
Rizos Curls Strong Hold Gel 8oz
Rizos Curls Strong Hold Gel 8oz

FAQs

Will this gel leave flakes or a white residue?
Nope! Rizos Curls Strong Hold Gel is completely flake-free and leaves no white residue or tacky texture. It also dries quickly for a clean, polished finish.
Is the formula alcohol-free and moisturizing?
Yes! This gel is 100% alcohol-free. It’s infused with Lactic Acid and Sugar Cane Extract—two powerhouse ingredients that help attract and retain moisture, preventing the dryness often caused by traditional strong-hold gels.
Does it protect against humidity and frizz?
Absolutely. This gel is designed to stand up to humidity, sweat, and overnight curl protection routines. It helps keep frizz at bay and makes refreshing between wash days much easier.
What is a “cast” and how do I break it?
A cast is the firm shell the gel creates as it dries to lock in your curl shape. Once your hair is fully dry, apply 3–5 drops of a lightweight hair oil to your hands, rub together, and use the "prayer hands" method to glide over your curls. Then gently scrunch to break the cast and reveal soft, defined curls—without losing hold or definition.
How do I use Strong Hold Gel for sleek styles like buns, ponytails, or updos?
For a snatched, sleek look, apply a small amount of Strong Hold Gel to dry or slightly damp hair. Use a boar bristle brush to smooth your hair into place. Need extra hold? Finish with a few sprays of Rizos Curls Alcohol-Free Hairspray to lock your style in all day—no flakes, no crunch.