Zoe Saldana's stylist relies on this essential product for creating textured ethereal waves, so I decided to give it a try.

      If I had to sum up my hair in a single word, it would definitely be: complicated. I have grown to love my natural type 4, coily texture, but it took me years to reach that point, as managing it isn’t simple. My hair is incredibly thick and curly, and it’s also low porosity, so it doesn't respond well to many products—even those made specifically for curls. This is why I’m always searching for a brand that meets my hair's needs without leaving it brittle or dry over time. It’s easier said than done, but I recently revisited a former favorite product and was thrilled to see how much the brand had grown since I last tried it. I discovered Rōz years ago when it first launched with the Santa Lucia Styling Oil ($45), a moisturizing essential I adored. I was immediately drawn to the brand because it was created by celebrity stylist Mara Roszak, who has styled a long roster of celebrities, including Zoe Saldaña, Emma Stone, Sandra Bullock, and Riley Keough (essentially all of my favorite celebrity hair inspirations). Rōz was developed from Mara's 20 years of experience in high-end salons and with well-known clients. She told me, "I started to notice that many styling products were becoming overly complicated, heavy, and disconnected from how I actually wanted hair to feel. I wanted to create something that supported the hair rather than fought it—products that enhance natural texture, feel beautiful in the hair, and make styling effortless." This philosophy led to Rōz: high-performance hair care and styling that delivers beautiful results while allowing your hair to remain natural.

      Her reasoning was enough for me to trust Roszak with my hair. Naturally, I’m always checking her Instagram page for new hair inspirations, and recently, I noticed she used a new product from her styling lineup to create stunning, relaxed waves for Saldaña. They were nothing short of ethereal. Think soft and textured, but not so much that they appeared stiff or unnatural—in fact, they were just right! I realized I needed Roszak's secret weapon for those waves: the Milk Styling Mousse ($39). Although I was never particularly fond of mousses, this one completely changed my perspective. I tested it on my curly hair, and spoiler alert: I fell in love. For all my thoughts on this product and what else I'm using from Rōz, keep reading.

      Confession: I was never a mousse enthusiast until this product came along. Not that I had anything against mousses, but I simply couldn’t find one suitable for my super dry, particular curly hair. Most mousses made my hair feel sticky, crunchy, or straw-like afterward, but this one flipped all of that on its head. It’s hydrating and softening while providing significant definition to my curls. Even as a professional stylist, Roszak shared my feelings about mousse. "I’ve tried every type of mousse, and many leave hair feeling crunchy, stiff, or weighed down," she mentioned. "I wanted to completely rethink what mousse could be. Rōz Milk Styling Mousse is incredibly lightweight and hydrating, while still offering the strength, volume, and hold you need. The difference is that it has a gentle strength; your hair has shape and memory, but it can still move." I don’t use this product every day, but I love it for styling my hair for dinners or events. Roszak has also made it a staple in her celebrity styling kit. "Especially for red carpet events and long press days when hair needs to maintain its shape for hours," she remarked. "It’s my quiet workhorse—the product I turn to for volume, durability, and movement without overburdening the hair." Recently, she has used it on clients like Saldaña and Emma Stone. Stone's look for the 2026 Oscars was particularly memorable. "We wanted that beautiful, soft blowout to feel effortless, yet it also needed to last through the entire night," she explained. "The Milk Styling Mousse was the basis for that look. It provided volume and hold while maintaining softness and touchability." If you have coilier hair like me, Roszak recommends a few tips for application. "For wavy or curly hair, I love working the mousse through wet hair and gently scrunching it in. It gives beautiful definition and shape without that crunchy feel. From there, you can diffuse it, round-brush it, or just let it air-dry. It truly adapts to your natural texture."

      **My Rōz Haircare Routine**

      **RŌZ Foundation Hydrating Shampoo**

      I’m often cautious when trying new products on my coarse, dry, low porosity curls, but this shampoo proved I had no reason to worry. It's incredibly gentle and hydrating while still providing a thorough cleanse to eliminate product buildup.

      **RŌZ Foundation Hyd