Now that it’s Spring it’s also starting to heat up quite a bit during the day for many of us, especially in the South.
Spring is the best time to start figuring out how you’re going to style or protect your natural hair texture and especially if you plan on spending a lot of time outdoors or near any type of water activities. I like for my 4B/C textured hair to withstand the humidity and I can’t do that without a good hair gel. Wetline Xtreme has been a go to favorite of mine for quite some time now, but over the last year I have tried a few brands that promise to be paraben free, silicone free, and just basically natural texture friendly.
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What’s the benefit of using hair gel?
Natural hair textured people can achieve and maintain any hairstyle with leave-in creams, oils, and mousses, but hair gel gives the style a better finish.
- Hair gels provide more definition for our styles.
- They lock in all of the moisture that has been applied during styling.
- Hair gels can help block humidity from penetrating the hair strands which will cause frizz and flyaways.
- Hair gels can also provide a sleek finish for your edges, twists, or braids.
Pair your hair gel well!
Not all hair gels can be used with all leave-in conditioners and styling creams. To find the perfect gel and conditioner combination for your hair it may take a little trial and error. When mixed together your hair gel and conditioner should not leave any white clumps or beads.
Use the back of your hand as a test. If the two blend seamlessly you have a winner. If they clump on your skin they will also clump on your hair.
The Best Hair Gels for Natural Textures
B Enviable Creamy Curl Gel
This gel is creamy, gives, great slip, and perfect for two strand twists, mini twists, or crunch free styles.
B N Control Curl Sculpting Gel
This gel is perfect for achieving a wash and go, laying down edges and giving sleek hold to any style. It has minimal crunch, but with more application it will give you the same results of a heavier gel such as Eco Styler or Wetline Xtreme.
Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Jelly
This gel is great for two strand twists, wash and go’s that you don’t expect to last more than 3-4 days, and is also perfect for children’s multi-texture.
Just for Me Curl Peace Nourishing & Defining Slime Styler
This gel is designed for kids, but it’s amazing for anyone and any age. It works well for two strand twist, mini twists, and provides an everyday light hold.
Aunt Jackie’s Curl Boss Coconut Curling Gel
This product works great for wash and go’s, two strand twists, and slicking back your hair for any occasions. It provides a good hold without the crunch.
What’s My Favorite In This Line Up?
I’ve been a fan of Wetline Xtreme for a long time, but after using all of these gels in my natural hair care regimen I realized that I like the Just for Me Curl Peace Slime Styler best. It doesn’t hold for days. In fact it’s so light I can apply a little everyday if I like. It smells clean and doesn’t cause any irritation. The bonus in me using this gel is that it also works on my daughters hair.
Here’s a pic of my latest style using the Curl Peace Styler gel along with the Auntie Jackie’s Quench Moisture Intensive Leave In Conditioner on my old blow out style.
I hope this post has been helpful for you. Do you use any gel to style your tresses? Let me know in the comments below! Thanks for reading!
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