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Apply the product to your hands and then place your hands together in a praying position, with your hair in between. Slide your hands down in this position – from the root to the ends – so you apply the product gently without disturbing the curls. Use a generous amount of gel to create a gel cast (see below).
Is gel good for wavy hair?
Gels made for waves and curls (think type 2c-4a hair) are usually super-high in hold and lower in moisture, giving curls that crunchy, ramen-noodle finish. AND THAT CRUNCH IS A GOOD THING.
How do you break gel cast in wavy hair?
When your hair is fully dry—whether you’ve air dried or diffused—break the cast by gently scrunching hair and perhaps even tousling the roots just a bit. Particularly when you’re working from mid-length to ends, a small drop of oil on the hands will help eliminate the potential for frizz.
Can you put gel in your hair to make it curly?
Rub a small amount of gel between your fingers, then scrunch from your ends up towards your roots. This will encourage your curls to form and help make sure that you don’t end up with too much product on your hair, which can weigh your waves down.
Is gel too heavy for wavy hair?
Gel can be really thick and heavy – which isn’t ideal for those with fine curls and waves that get oily easily. That said, there are some great lightweight options on the market – they’re not all gooey and wet-looking.
Can I sleep with gel cast?
Sleep with a gel cast Normally you would break this by scrunching out the crunch. But when you do your wash routine at night and go to bed with a gel cast (maybe pull your hair into a pineapple), the cast preserves your curls. It will soften while you sleep, but the actual curl is preserved.
What is gel casting method?
Gel casting is a direct foaming technique used to produce ceramic and polymeric scaffolds. The precursor materials that consist of a monomer, cross linker, free radical initiator and catalyst are placed into an aqueous suspension. This process forms a gel which is then cast into an appropriate mould.
Is gel harmful for hair?
Hair gels contain alcohol and corrosive chemicals that strip off moisture from the hair and scalp and make them dry and dehydrated. These gels mess with the moisture levels and reduce the production of sebum creating dry, brittle and breakage prone hair and give rise to problems of itchy and flaky scalp.
Which is better gel or mousse?
Between gel and mousse, gel works harder in keeping hair in place. Light hold tames down frizz while strong hold gives hair stiffness. Gel is better for working on certain hairstyles than mousse. For example, if you want to rock a Mohawk, you reach for a bottle of hair gel and hold the mousse.
Is it better to use gel or mousse on curly hair?
Yes, it is true that mousse is better for sculpting and volume while gel is better for hold and frizz. But when it comes down to using mousse or gel for curly hair, neither is good option if you glob it on your hair.
Can you use gel on straight hair?
Hair gels come in a variety of options, for short or long hair, curly or straight. If you want to give your hair more bounce and for it to still look soft, you would use a light gel. This type of gel is perfect for giving long hair extra body and for when you blow-dry your hair straight.
Should I scrunch wavy hair?
Should You Scrunch Curly Hair? If you have type 1 or 2 hair, the answer is yes, you should scrunch your hair! The method is easy to do and doesn’t damage your hair. If you have thin or fine hair, scrunching your hair is a great way to add volume and definition.
What is Medusa clipping?
Medusa clipping is a protective sleeping style for short stranded curlies. You strategically clip sections of hair up and off your scalp using small jaw clips. It lets you avoid crushed or stretched out curls. Basically it’s more like a modified pineapple only for those with shorter hair that can’t be pineappled.
How do you sleep with scrunch hair?
In addition to sleeping on your side or on your stomach, there are additional ways you can preserve your curls as you snooze. Use a silk or satin pillowcase. Put your hair in a ‘pineapple’ Do twists or braids. Use a silk or satin bonnet or headscarf. Try a spritz or two of product.
Why am I not getting a gel cast?
If you are not applying gel correctly, it will not work properly. Try a different gel or try a mousse. The gel is too heavy for your hair. Some gels are too heavy and will weigh down your curls which will prevent you from getting a gel cast.
Why does gel make my hair hard?
When you apply gel to wet hair, it forms a cast around your curl strands. As your hair dries and the gel dries, this cast hardens.
