Boticário Dr. Botica Poção Tira Nó Kids Curl Defining Cream – Detangling & Definition for Curls 3ABC – 11.83 fl oz (350 ml)

Curly hair days get a lot easier with Boticário Dr. Botica Poção Tira Nó Kids Curl Defining Cream 3ABC – 11.83 fl oz (350 ml), a leave-in comb-through cream created in Brazil for children's curly hair in the 3A, 3B and 3C range. It works on wet or dry hair to loosen knots, so combing time feels lighter for both the child and the grown-up doing the combing.

Made in Brazil by O Boticário, the country's most beloved beauty house, the formula pairs the brand's signature Dr. Botica green apple scent with a silicone-free, sulfate-free base. With the complete line, it helps deliver up to 24 hours of curl definition and helps reduce the appearance of frizz for up to 48 hours when the complete line is used.

The 350 ml bottle is part of Dr. Botica's accessible packaging project, co-developed with people who have upper-limb disabilities: an ergonomic bottle, a colour-coded pump (orange marks the kids' curly hair comb-through cream) and side labels that make the product easier to identify for people with low vision.

Key Features:

• Tira Nó (knot-removing) technology: selected ingredients help loosen tangles so hair is easier to comb. 9 out of 10 caregivers agreed the child's hair became easy to comb.
• Curl activator for 3A, 3B and 3C curls: helps define and shape curls on wet or dry hair, with no rinsing needed.
• Up to 48h anti-frizz support: helps reduce the appearance of frizz for up to 48 hours and supports up to 24h of definition when used with the complete line.
• Iconic green apple scent: the playful Dr. Botica fragrance kids ask for at bath time.
• Silicone-free and sulfate-free: a lightweight leave-in base, and dermatologist-recommended according to the Brazilian label.
• Accessible, ergonomic 350 ml pump bottle: co-developed with people with upper-limb disabilities, with a colour-coded pump and tactile side labelling.
• Brazilian origin and cruelty-free: made in Brazil by O Boticário, a certified cruelty-free brand that never tests on animals.

How To Use

1. Start with dry or wet hair.
2. Apply a small amount of the comb-through cream from the mid-lengths to the ends.
3. Use your fingers to help work through the knots.
4. Comb to align the strands, or finish the style as you prefer.
5. Do not rinse — the cream is a leave-in.

Expert Tip: work section by section on damp hair and scrunch upward with cupped hands after combing — this helps curl clumps form before the hair dries, and lets you use less product overall.

Ingredients (Highlights)

• Zea Mays (Corn) Starch: a plant-derived starch that gives the cream its soft, powdery slip and a non-greasy finish. Note: this is a corn-derived ingredient — see the allergen note below.
• Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil: a classic softening oil that helps condition the hair fibre so strands feel smoother and slide apart more easily.
• Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum & Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum: plant gums that form a light, flexible film on the hair, supporting curl definition without a stiff or crunchy feel.
• Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride: a conditioning guar derivative that helps reduce static and gives the slip that makes detangling easier.
• Behentrimonium Methosulfate & Behentrimonium Chloride: gentle conditioning agents that smooth the cuticle and help hair feel soft and manageable.
• Pyrus Malus (Apple) Flower Extract & Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide: botanical extracts that pair with the signature green apple scent and help support a soft, conditioned feel.

Full ingredient list (INCI): Aqua/Water; Cetearyl Alcohol; Isopropyl Palmitate; Glycerin; Zea Mays (Corn) Starch; Dioleoylamidoethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate; Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil; Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide; Enteromorpha Compressa Extract; Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum; Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum; Rheum Rhaponticum (Rhubarb) Root Extract; Pyrus Malus (Apple) Flower Extract; Behentrimonium Chloride; Parfum; Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Glycerides; Lactic Acid; Behentrimonium Methosulfate; Hydroxyacetophenone; Phenoxyethanol; Disodium EDTA; Guar Gum; Isopropyl Alcohol; Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride; Vegetable Oil; Sodium Benzoate; Potassium Sorbate; Tartrazine Yellow 19140; Scarlet Red 125; Sodium Hydroxide; Propylene Glycol; Tocopherol; Sorbitol; Rose Ketones; Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate; Hexamethylindanopyran; Geranyl Acetate.

Consumer guidance (from the Brazilian label): Do not use on children under 3 years of age. From 3 years old: must be applied exclusively by an adult. For children over 5 years old: use under adult supervision. Avoid contact with the eyes. If the product gets into the eyes, rinse thoroughly with plenty of running water and seek medical advice. Do not use if the scalp is broken or irritated. In case of irritation, discontinue use and seek medical advice. Do not use on eyelashes or eyebrows. Wash your hands after applying the product. Protect the eyes when washing the hair. Keep out of reach of children. The product may show colour changes if exposed to heat or excessive light, with no impact on performance or safety — keep it protected from light and heat.

Allergen note: this formula contains Zea Mays (Corn) Starch. If the child has a corn allergy or sensitivity, check the full INCI list above with a healthcare professional before use. The formula is fragranced and contains synthetic colour additives — always patch test first.

O Boticário was founded in 1977 as a small compounding pharmacy in Curitiba, Paraná, and grew into the largest beauty franchise in Brazil, with thousands of stores across the country and a presence in dozens of markets worldwide. The house is known for pairing Brazilian botanical know-how with playful, family-friendly lines like Dr. Botica, and it is a certified cruelty-free brand — no O Boticário product is tested on animals.

FAQ

What age is this cream for?

The Brazilian label is specific: do not use on children under 3 years of age. From 3 years old the cream must be applied exclusively by an adult, and for children over 5 years old it should be used under adult supervision.

Do I rinse it out?

No. It is a leave-in comb-through cream. Apply from the mid-lengths to the ends on dry or wet hair, detangle with your fingers, comb, and leave it in.

Will it work on my child's curl type?

It is formulated for curly hair in the 3A, 3B and 3C range. Curlier or coilier textures may simply need a slightly larger amount applied in sections.

Does it contain silicones or sulfates?

No — the formula is free of silicones and sulfates. It is fragranced with the brand's green apple scent and does contain synthetic colour additives, so patch test if your child has sensitive skin.

Is the packaging really different?

Yes. The 350 ml bottle was co-developed with people who have upper-limb disabilities: an ergonomic shape, a colour-coded pump (orange for the kids' curly hair comb-through cream) and side labels that help people with low vision identify the product. Packaging text is in Portuguese.

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