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Soft Leave-in Cream

The one that moisturises and softens your curls so they don’t leave you high and dry.

✔️ Hydrating and conditioning

✔️ Enhances your natural texture

✔️ Improves curl retention

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£34.00
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    WHAT IT IS

    It’s a rich yet lightweight leave-in conditioner designed to bring moisture and softness back to dry curls, enhancing their natural texture and helping improve curl retention.

    WHO IS IT FOR

    All types of curls, waves and coils. It's perfect for hair that needs extra moisture and nourishment, especially dry, coarser textures, but it's also suitable for fine hair (just use less!).

    HOW TO USE IT

    Use on soaking wet hair. Rake through your curls thoroughly until they are evenly coated. Start with a dime-sized amount and add more if needed. Follow with your favourite styling gel for long-lasting hold and definition!

    WHAT NO ONE TELLS YOU

    Leave-in conditioners are not styling products! They provide softness and moisture, but on their own they won’t give much definition and frizz control. Always pair it with a styling gel to make your curls last for longer.

    INGREDIENTS

    INCI: Water (Aqua), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cicer Arietinum Seed Extract, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Behentrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-37, Fragrance (Parfum), Chlorphenesin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Benzyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Citric Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sodium Hydroxide, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalyl Acetate, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Alpha-isomethyl Ionone, Linalool.

    ACCESSIBILITY

    The bottles have braille on pack to help identify them if you are visually impaired. The Soft Leave-in Cream has the letters L-V-N.

    No import fees
    for UK, US, EU

    Made in the
    UK

    Free 30-Day
    Returns

    Less than 1.3% of our customers return their order

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    REAL PEOPLE, REAL RESULTS.

    NO PHOTOSHOP

    HOW TO USE IT

    3 STEPS TO MOISTURISED CURLS

    WATCH
    1
    SOAKING WET HAIR

    Make sure your hair is soaking wet before applying the cream. The extra water helps spread it evenly through your hair.

    2
    EMULSIFY

    Always start with a small amount - the formula is really concentrated so a little goes a long way! Rub the cream between your palms to emulsify before applying it.

    3
    RAKE

    Rake through your hair making sure every curl is evenly coated. Add more if needed until the hair feels evenly smooth.

    💡 PRO TIP: PAIR WITH A GEL

    Cream and gel are a match made in heaven to give your curls both moisture and definition. Apply your gel over the leave-in, then scrunch to encourage your curls to form.

    NO MARKETING BS

    ONLY ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

    95% naturally derived ingredients

    • Aquafaba

      Natural polymer rich in peptides and amino-acids that comes from a by-product of hummus production, upcycled to smooth, soften and enhance curl retention.

    • Orange essence

      Active upcycled from the waste of imperfect oranges, which replaces proteins while providing similar benefits of hydration, protection and manageability.

    • Oil & Butter blend

      Carefully balanced blend of Flaxseed Oil, Jojoba Oil, Babassu Oil, Murumuru Butter and Shea Butter to nourish and smooth without weighing the hair down.

    SMELLS LIKE SUMMER IN ITALY

    Crafted by one of the world's best perfume houses, our fresh gender-neutral scent contains a patented calming fragrance technology scientifically proven to lift your mood.

    Head notes: Lemon, Waterlily

    Heart notes: Clary Sage, Marine

    Base notes: Cedarwood, Abelmosk Seed, Amber

    SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

    WHAT THEY'RE MADE OF

    • Bottle

      Fully recyclable and made of 100% recycled plastic collected by the Prevented Ocean Plastic™ programme, who work with local communities to protect beaches at risk of plastic pollution.

    • Label

      Upcycled from 99% bio-based byproducts, like exhaust cooking oils. The production of this material uses 85% less energy and 9% less CO2. You can recycle with the bottle without having to peel it off.

    • Cap

      Fully recyclable and made of 30% recycled plastic collected by the same Prevented Ocean Plastic™ programme as our bottles - this is as high as you can go (currently) for delicate cap mechanisms to work.

    • Size

      Up to 50% bigger than most salon grade brands on the market, so you get more product in one bottle and don’t need to reach for another as quickly. That means less packaging waste, and more savings - win win.

    AS SEEN IN

    WHY WE CREATED TOOTILAB

    CURLY HAIR, made SIMPLE

    Hi! We're Gaia & Julio.

    After almost a decade working in the curly hair industry, we were fed up of brands making curly hair more complicated than it needed to be - just to sell you more products.

    So we went back to the basics: a simple routine, only active ingredients scientifically proven to work, and tested on real people of all curl types.

    FAQs

    Does everyone need a leave-in?

    No, not necessarily. The Soft Leave-in Cream has been formulated to be lightweight enough to work even on finer hair types, but if your hair is very easily weighed down you might do better by using the All Weather Styling Gel on its own.

    How much cream should I use?

    It can depend on many variables - particularly your hair density and its length. We always recommend to start with a dime size per section, and add more as you go until you feel that your hair is a bit slimy. That's when you know you've applied enough!

    I have sensory overload, can I use it?

    Of course! If slimy textures give you discomfort, there are a few tips to mitigate it.

    • apply the product using gloves
    • keep a robe on during application and until your hair is dry, so it never touches your back
    • prefer diffusing to air drying, so the sensation will disappear a lot quicker
    Will this keep my hair frizz free?

    Leave-in conditioners like this one are designed to moisturise and soften the hair, prepping it for the use of styling product. While it's true that moisturised hair will look less frizzy, this result won't last for long without the help of a styling product. Always pair it with the All Weather Styling Gel for long-lasting definition.

    Does it contain proteins?

    This product doesn't contain traditional hydrolised proteins, but it has two ingredients with a similar function:

    • our curl enhancer is derived from chickpea water, so it is naturally rich in peptides and amino-acids
    • our hydration booster is a protein-mimicking active, which gives similar benefits without the risk of protein overload
    Does it contain Sulfates, Silicones or Parabens?

    No, this product doesn't contain any sulfates, silicones or parabens.

    Is it Curly Girl Friendly?

    Yes, all our products can be used if you follow the Curly Girl Method.

    What's the pH of this leave-in?

    Our Soft Leave-in Cream has a pH range of 4.0-5.0

    • 5 stars: 151 (79%)
    • 4 stars: 18 (9%)
    • 3 stars: 10 (5%)
    • 2 stars: 6 (3%)
    • 1 star: 5 (3%)
    Some of the reviews shown are from related products the merchant grouped with this one.
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    Terry Lynn
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Fine strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Virgin hair
    Styling Water review

    The thinner texture makes product distribution more affective when applying to my dense curls. The hold lasts 3-5 days depending on activity and weather. The great cast it gives supplies me definition as well as longevity. I love this product.

    Hi Terry! We're thrilled to hear that our Soft Leave-in Cream helps you achieve long-lasting curls and that you enjoy the scent. Thanks for sharing your experience!

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    Shari Gaines
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Thick strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Best Curl Products ever

    I have been using multiple curl products and up until now nothing has helped. This product leaves my hair soft and minimal frizz. I live in Florida so humidity is the enemy! I'm using the whole line!

    We’re so glad your curls are happy and frizz-free, even in the Florida humidity 😍 Thanks for the love!

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    Evie H
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Medium strands
    Hair density: Thin - I don't have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Huge curl improvement

    I'll start by saying, I've never liked my hair curly because I could not find a product that could tame my dry frizzy hair. It took a lot in me to buy your product because FB has a lot of product that claims to do the job and have failed Miserably for me. Well,.... slap me with a wet noodle, your product really worked well for my type of curls and hair. They look well defined, moisturized and for the time pretty. I still need to learn more about how to get my curls to b on point, but this is the beginning of a better relationship with my curls and very frizzy hair. This has been a game changer and this will be my new summer do. Now Question,How do I stop my curls from shrinking so much? I have mid length hair and my curls shrunk to shoulder length. Thank you.

    Thank you so much for trusting us — we’re thrilled this was a game changer for you! Shrinkage is totally normal and actually a sign of healthy, well-hydrated curls. To help reduce it, try applying products on soaking-wet hair, gently stretching curls as they dry, or diffusing on low heat with light tension. We’re so excited to be part of your curl journey!

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    Melina I
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Medium strands
    Hair density: Medium
    Hair health: Virgin hair
    100% recommend to any curly girl

    I have tried a lot of curly products, but something was just always not right. The creams were always too heavy or they left a weird greasy residue after. I was very impressed with Tootilab leave in cream! It is a very light silk-like cream and has a light pleasant smell! You really do only need a little drop for sections of your hair. A little goes a long way! What I love is that my hair didn’t feel crunchy or greasy or weighed down after using the cream. The complete opposite actually, it felt fluffy and light and soft! I watched Gaia’s tutorial videos and I learned that I was doing a few things wrong, so I am very thankful for those personable and helpful videos because now I feel that I’m doing right by my hair. I also purchased to gel and shampoo and conditioner! I am proud to support this brand and everything is stands for. I will be a longtime customer and recommend this brand to all curly friends. I truly appreciate the heart and soul that you can tell goes into this brand. Thank you for creating something clean, healthy, and straight forward for curly people everywhere! Your dedication does not go unnoticed. Thank you!

    This means the world to us! So glad the cream (and tutorials!) helped your ringlet curls feel light, soft, and loved ✨

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    Michelle Iannantuono
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Fine strands
    Hair density: Medium
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Love it!

    I love these products. The shampoo cleans thoroughly, the conditioner gives a lot of slip, the leave in and gel give my hair curl and bounce all while scenting my hair with the best scent out there. I definitely recommend Tootilab to all curly haired girls.

    Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted the full routine is giving you curl, bounce and great slip.

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    Anonymous
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Medium strands
    Hair density: Medium
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Bouncy soft curls

    These products are amazing!!!!
    I bought the styling cream and the gel and will be purchasing the shampoo/conditioner because I’m so impressed.

    Thank you for your amazing feedback! We’re so happy to hear that our styling cream and gel are giving you bouncy, soft curls. We can’t wait for you to try the shampoo and conditioner too!

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    S.Jones
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Fine strands
    Hair density: Medium
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Love love L❤️ve

    Love love L❤️ve Gel & leave-in its my go too now. Leave-in smells like they say Gender neutral its just a clean fresh scent like sea breeze of summer meadow i can't describe it but its very subtle its moisturising on my shoulder length curls I use a good heap teaspoon then rub between my hands which makes it emulsifiy & goes further.The gel is amazing it makes a good cast once distributed & dried into a good cast which can be scrunched out to leave defined curls mine are ringlets the scent is also pleasant then wears off so no lasting scent. Thus gel is true to the hype it dies reactive with a spray of water or damp hands either re scrunch or finger coil or a shake to separate curls. GREAT Product no complications doesn't dry out hair or make brittle.

    Thanks so much! We’re thrilled both the leave-in and gel are working beautifully for your curls — we love hearing about your styling routine!

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    Megan Sechrest
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Thick strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Best gel for my permed hair!

    I started using this for my permed hair after the previous company I was using discontinued their supreme gel. This gel far exceeded that gel and was half the price. It also takes less to get the same results! I looove this product!

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that our gel is working even better for you — and at a better value, too! It’s great to know that a little goes a long way and that you’re loving the results.

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    Belle
    Curl type: Tight coils
    Hair thickness: Thick strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Soft leave in cream and gel

    Absolutely loving these products. Was slightly skeptical as every manufacturer claims their product works best. However, I am not disappointed at all. So easy to use and if you follow the simple instructions, your hair should turn out beautifully. I do wear a bonnet at night, otherwise my curls end up matting. Had a few positive comments from colleagues too.

    S
    Sheila Macphail
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Thick strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    great product

    tried many curl products - probably all on the market and this is the best and most reliable for my hair type

    M
    Magdalena Damek
    Curl type: Loose waves
    Hair thickness: Fine strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Leave cream

    I absolutely love it.

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    Monica Rangel
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Medium strands
    Hair density: Medium
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    LOVE LOVE

    Best leave in soft cream that I have ever used in my life. Finally I found a product that works for me!

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    Melinda H.
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Medium strands
    Hair density: Medium
    Hair health: Very damaged hair
    The BEST!

    I absolutely love this leave-in cream! It makes my 2c/3a curls really curl up. They look so good! I pair it with the gel and love the results. I have tried so many products to get my hair to look good, and nothing beats Tootilab.

    S
    Sarah T
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Thick strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Finding the ying to my yang

    I regularly watch other curly hair routine reels on Instagram, one of my favourite curly girls is a tootilab fan and her curls look glossy full and more importantly last! So what did I have to lose on a black Friday sale?

    Roll on 2.5weeks later I've used your complete set of products twice now, my curls bounce theirs volume and more importantly they last with just a little revival spray in the morning and a tiny dot of serum they look first day again thank you tootilab x

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    Shelley
    Curl type: Loose waves
    Hair thickness: Fine strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Good curl cream

    I like this cream. It’s rich without being too heavy. I used about a nickel sized amount and felt like it helped keep my hair moisturized with defined, full waves. I used it with the gel. I might need a little more gel as I have a little bit of frizz but that is probably because I like a little more volume at my crown since I don’t really curl from the root.

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    Jane Donoughue
    Curl type: Ringlet curls
    Hair thickness: Thick strands
    Hair density: Thick - I have a lot of hair
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    Wow

    I love everything about this cream. It’s light but strong. The smell is everything 🤌🏼 I’m so happy with this. It isn’t heavy, you need the smallest amount and I have long thick hair but it still works perfectly. My curls look so soft, healthy & defined. I love how my curls bounce. 10/10

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    Tracey Stubbs
    Curl type: Loose waves
    Hair thickness: Fine strands
    Hair health: Moderately damaged hair
    I tried this as I could buy a travel size

    I tried this as I could buy a travel size.
    It’s worked amazingly on my fine curls. The product suits my hair and leaves no crunch, just curly hair for days. I also used it to refresh after three days ! I will definitely be ordering more

    Hi Tracey, thanks so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted the Soft Leave-in Cream works so well for your fine curls and keeps them soft and defined—even when refreshing after a few days. We really appreciate your support and look forward to your next order!