Rica
RICA Defining Hair Gel
Strong Hold + High-Shine Control
A defining gel that gives instant hold and impeccable shine for sculpted, controlled styles.
A defining gel that gives instant hold and impeccable shine for sculpted, controlled styles.
- Shine
- Hold
- Define
Strong Hold · Shine · Definition
This is probably for you if…
- Sleek styles
- Wet-look finishes
- Short cuts
- Defined details
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What it does
- Creates instant hold
- Adds high-shine definition
- Helps sculpt controlled looks
- Works for sleek or creative styling
Perfect for
- All hair types
How to use
- Apply to damp or dry hair and shape as desired. Use a comb for sleek definition or fingers for more textured control.
Why we like it
The Moda Team Review
Moda loves this when the look needs polish, shine and commitment. It is ideal for clean partings, wet-look styling and controlled details that should stay exactly where you put them.
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The client coming in for a sleek blowout before an event who wants to maintain it at home. We send her home with the Defining Hair Gel for edges and sleek pieces — the precision she needs without the flaking from cheaper gels. Rica is a family-owned brand made in Sicily, Italy — not a mass-market name, but one with genuine product quality, constant innovation and exceptional education. Moda is one of Rica’s top Canadian accounts, and our team travels to Sicily annually for the full brand experience. We carry Rica because the products perform, the price is honest, and the brand is built by people who take their craft seriously.
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What’s inside — and why it’s there
The ingredients worth knowing.
- Rica Line Complex with Zeolite, Quinoa, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract and HeatProSP. The line is designed to moisturize, help fight frizz and humidity, and protect hair from pollution, thermal styling and UV exposure.
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Rica Line Complex with Zeolite, Quinoa, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract and HeatProSP. The line is designed to moisturize, help fight frizz and humidity, and protect hair from pollution, thermal styling and UV exposure.
How to use
Use it the way we would.
- Apply to damp or dry hair and shape as desired. Use a comb for sleek definition or fingers for more textured control.
Moda stylist tipFor a softer wet-look finish, mix a small amount with Thickening Cream before applying to damp hair.
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Ask ModaIs RICA Defining Hair Gel suitable for all hair types?
Yes — the gel works on all hair types, but it delivers best results on straight or wavy hair wanting sleek, polished styles. On dry curly or coily hair, strong-hold gels can create crunch rather than definition — for curly hair, a curl cream or serum is a better styling base.
Can I use RICA Defining Hair Gel for a wet-look style?
Yes — apply to damp hair and comb through for a sleek, high-shine wet look. The gel holds the style in place as it dries without flaking when applied in the right amount.
Will RICA Defining Hair Gel cause flaking?
Only if too much product is used. Start with a pea-sized amount for short hair, a slightly larger amount for medium lengths. Build from there. Using the right amount means clean hold and shine without flaking.
Is RICA Defining Hair Gel washable?
Yes — it washes out cleanly with your regular shampoo. The Rica Line Complex formula is designed to hold during wear and release easily at the next wash.
How does RICA Defining Hair Gel compare to RICA Unique Matt Clay?
The gel gives high-shine, strong hold for sleek and polished styles — best used on damp or slightly damp hair. The Unique Matt Clay gives matte definition and flexible texture for short to medium hair — best on dry hair. Shine vs. matte is the key distinction.
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Unopened + unused products may be eligible for exchange or Moda store credit within 14 days.
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