Maria Nila
Styling Cream
Defining Control Cream with Subtle Shine
Natural control, subtle shine.
A nourishing defining cream (3/5) — natural control, texture, and subtle shine; a lighter, more flexible alternative to wax. Defines curls, smooths straightened hair. 100% vegan.
- Curl definition
- Colour care
- Shine
- Style
Hold 3/5 · Subtle Shine · Wax Alternative · Colour-Safe · 100% Vegan
This is probably for you if…
- Anyone wanting a lighter alternative to wax Defining curls and waves without weight Smoothing and holding straightened hair Everyday texture, control, and subtle shine on any haircut
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What it does
- Natural 3/5 control with texture and subtle shine
- Lighter, more flexible alternative to wax — no weight or stickiness
- Defines curls or holds straightened hair; mixable with Argan Oil
- Colour Guard Complex protects colour; 100% vegan, cruelty-free
Perfect for
- All hair types and haircuts — wavy
- Curly
- Straightened; colour-treated
How to use
- Apply a small amount to damp or dry hair, section by section, where control is needed.
- Scrunch through curls, or smooth over straightened hair.
- Blow-dry if desired, or let it dry naturally. Mix with Argan Oil for softer texture and shine.
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Why we like it
The Moda Team Review
Maria Nila is a new, young Scandinavian brand whose story resonates with Moda's own — light, fun fragrances, high-quality vegan formulas for everyone. The Styling Cream is the versatile everyday cream — a lighter alternative to wax that defines and controls without weight or stickiness. Wavy and curly hair loves it for defined, bouncy movement with no product look.
Read full stylist notes
Maria Nila is a Swedish professional haircare brand — 100% vegan, cruelty-free, certified by PETA, Leaping Bunny, and The Vegan Society, and a Certified B Corporation. The Style & Finish styling range covers creams, waxes, sprays, and more, all vegan. A new, youthful brand at Moda with light, fresh fragrances and quality ingredients for everyone.
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What’s inside — and why it’s there
The ingredients worth knowing.
- Nourishing styling cream, hold 3/5, subtle shine, no stickiness. Lighter alternative to wax; defines curls or holds straightened hair. Any haircut, damp or dry. Mixable with Argan Oilrose, bergamot, lemon.
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Aqua/Water/Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Synthetic Beeswax/Cire d'abeille, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ceteareth-20, Triethanolamine, Acrylates Crosspolymer-3, Cera Microcristallina/Microcrystalline Wax/Cire Microcristalline, VP/VA Copolymer, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Propylene Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Quaternium-95, Propanediol, Laurtrimonium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance
How to use
Use it the way we would.
- Apply a small amount to damp or dry hair, section by section, where control is needed.
- Scrunch through curls, or smooth over straightened hair.
- Blow-dry if desired, or let it dry naturally. Mix with Argan Oil for softer texture and shine.
Moda stylist tipLess is more — start small and build, it goes a long way. Apply to damp or dry hair section by section where you want control. For curls, scrunch it through; for straightened hair, smooth it over the surface. To soften the texture or boost curl definition and shine, mix a little True Soft Argan Oil into the cream in your palm first.
Reviews
Questions? We get them.
Good to know.
The questions we hear most about this product. If yours isn’t here, a real stylist will answer.
Ask ModaHow is the Styling Cream different from a wax?
It's a lighter, more flexible alternative to wax. A wax gives firmer hold and (depending on the wax) a matte or defined finish, and is best on short hair. The Styling Cream gives a softer, more natural 3/5 control with subtle shine, and it's more versatile across hair lengths and types — it defines curls, smooths straightened hair, and adds everyday texture without the weight or hard feel of a wax. Choose the cream when you want natural, flexible control and shine; choose a wax when you want firm, structured hold on short hair.
Can I use it on curly hair?
Yes — defining curls is one of its main uses, and curly and wavy hair reviewers love it. It defines curls and adds bounce and movement without weighing them down or leaving an obvious product look. Scrunch it through damp curls for definition. That said, if curls are your main focus and you want dedicated humidity protection and curl enhancement, the Curlicue Cream is purpose-built for curls; the Styling Cream is the more all-purpose control cream that also happens to define curls beautifully.
Can I mix it with other products?
Yes — it's mixable, which makes it very versatile. Blend it with the True Soft Argan Oil in your palm to create a softer texture and boost curl definition and shine (great for straightened hair or dry ends too). Maria Nila also notes you can mix it with a firmer wax for stronger hold if you want. This flexibility lets you dial the cream to exactly the finish and hold you want.
How much should I use?
A small amount — reviewers consistently note that a little goes a long way, even on thick hair. Start with less than you think you need, warm it between your palms, and apply section by section where you want control, building up only if necessary. Using too much of any styling cream can weigh hair down, so restraint keeps the finish light, bouncy, and natural.
Is Maria Nila vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes — 100% vegan and cruelty-free, certified by PETA, Leaping Bunny, and The Vegan Society. Maria Nila is a Swedish brand and a Certified B Corporation, developing and manufacturing in Sweden with sulphate- and paraben-free formulas and CO2-compensated packaging.
Returns
Unopened + unused products may be eligible for exchange or Moda store credit within 14 days.
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