This is my FAVE product. I always go back. Because it is easy to use and not drying. You do not need a leave in but I go back and forth. And yes, you definitely used too much LOL. It’s concentrated and usually spreads great with water. Hard for me to use gels like Wetline after using UFD because you don’t apply them the same. Need less UFD. I also like how UFD wears over the week. Gets softer but still definition. But yeah, UFD does take longer to dry but I think your experience was more about how much product was used. Looks great tho!
Thanks for the tips Sabrina! Yes I can see I def used too much. I will def use less next time and will use it alone to see if I like it better. Did love the definition though. 😊
Uncle Funky’s Curly Magic is my fave. I can get 7 days easy. I use it by itself, and I’ve not had a problem with it taking too long to dry. I also love it because it’s glycerin free, so my hair doesn’t look like a hot mess in the summer. Thanks for the video! 😊
Hey Vanessa! Yes the longevity of it is 💣! I wasn’t expecting for it to last as long as it did. My hair is super low porosity and my hair was just too moisturized which is why it took so long to dry. I def with keep experimenting. Thanks so much for watching 💕😊
I literally just used UFD for my wash and go. I'm type 4 and it's definitely a one and done styler for me. The gel is just that moisturizing! I love this fluffy wash and go on you😍 Curl definition on point! I bought Uniqurl for the 1st time because of your community post. Can't wait to try it❤️
i actually have that gel in my hair now for my wash and go and my curls are definitely holding up. you only need two pumps the most with this gel i dont use no more than that but this gel is great in my opinion.i paired it with the edens body work curling creme great combo
Hey love thanks for the tips. I def think I need to try the gel out alone. Don’t know if only 2 pumps will work for all of this hair 😂😂😂. But I def will use less. Thanks for watching love 💕
I have used Uncle funky's daughter without and with a lightweight leave in conditioner... Don't be too heavy-handed with this gel will take longer to dry. Your hair look good as usual... Can add wet line gel at the end for extra hold..
I love this gel. It is healthier for our hair and is the only gel that doesn't dry my hair out. Be careful with doing back to back protein treatments, since you are low porosity
Thanks love, it’s def on the moisturizing side and def need to use it without a leave in. To be honest my hair doesn’t mind protein at all. My hair was fine. after using another protein conditioner.
The curly magic can definitely give super moisturized results. I had to put wetline on top a few weeks ago when I paired the curly magic with the carols daughter coco creme butter because it was too moisturized to define. It's still my favorite gel for wash and gos though
Looks so good I'm going to give it another try without a leave-in because my first time trying it my hair was gummy probably over moisturized also, I was waiting for you to try it . We will figure it out together 💜💜
Yes Ingrid! We will figure it out together. My hair felt exactly how you described! So I will be using it alone and trying it with wetline like others have suggested. Thanks so much for watching ❤️
You really don’t need a leave in especially if you used a really moisturizing deep conditioner. Because it will feel gummy if it’s too moisturized. Ufd is my favorite gel and it doesn’t take long to dry for me
Great video! I actually don’t use a leave in because it’s so moisturizing. Yes it takes forever to dry with a leave in. But I also add wetline on top for extra hold. Also if you use the wetline too, use less UF gel and more wetline.FYI...good call doing the clay mask...clay masks bring my hair back to life every time!
Thank you for the tips Artesa! Def will try it alone first, and then I’ll try it with the wetline. Sounds like a bomb combo! And yes I love me a good clay mask! Thanks for watching love 💕
I use this gel as a base for a wash and go. Instead of using a leave in, a cream, and a gel, I'll use a small amount of leave in, followed by this for extra moisture, and then follow that up with a stronghold gel. I think you've done similar wash and gos with the Mielle Custard and The Mane Choice Braid Out Glaze. Same concept as that.
Sis! The algorithm came through on this one! Cuz I’m trying this gel for the first time and I’m like dis tew much as far as the drying time and over-moisturizing!
I love this gel. I love your results too. I used way too much also the first time I used it 🤪 I usually use a firm hold gel on top but this week I made the mistake of using the Camille Rose Coconut Water under it 😬 I never thought in a million years that my high porosity hair could ever be over moisturized. I took forever to dry but it was so soft.
Thanks Gwen 😊. That’s sounds like a good combo so the moisture milk has rice milk which has protein in it. I think I would need a leave in with protein in it to balance the moisture from the gel.
I brought a big bottle (32oz) but the first time wasn’t feeling it because it shrunk my hair so bad. So the 2nd time I used leave in, moisturizer. Then Curly Magic since me hair had so much shrinkage I used Eco flaxseed black castor over it and my hair looked much better and lasted longer. I believe it stimulated my hair so much it looked to short for me. So whenever I use it a gel has to go over it but it last about 5 days. It’s one of my favorite stylers not as good as Kinky Curly but I’ll definitely buy it again because of the big bottle and my hair is so shiny after. Oh and about the drying it takes a while but my hair does take as long as yours. It looks like I used about the same amount as you
Hey Raquel!!! Thank you so much for the tips! I’m going to use it alone and then also pair it with a gel like you said. Probably wetline. Thanks so much for watching. 💕😊
your hair came out great 😊👍🏼😊 it's ok to be cautious when using a new product, based on *your* hair and past experiences. you won't know until you try (trial-and-error) on your own strands. looking forward to your next video using this gel. thanks for sharing 😁
Exactly Healy, def trial and error and this was a bit of an error lol. But I think if I use less product and only use the gel I should be good. Thanks so much for watching ❤️😘
Just found this video and sis you are absolutely right. I have Type 4 hair and this was not a one-and-done. I had to mix mine with some leave-in conditioner and had to use a little bit of oil. I do believe that my curls are a bit better and I noticed that my hair is softer. The shrinkage is still ridiculous
This is my fave gel for a wash n go so I’m glad you reviewed it! My hair usually takes a long time to dry too. What I’ve done is apply Kinky Curly Knot Today then the gel on soaking wet hair on small-medium sized sections then loosely twist them. That way my hair stays weighted down. Then I sit under the dryer. I go about my day and when I get up in the morning, it’s dry and I untwist. The curls are still defined and they last about a week. The only problem I have are the puffy roots. I have a highly dense head of hair. Lol. Anyone have suggestions on how to combat that? 🤔
Hey love. My only suggestion for puffy roots is to focus the gel in the roots. If you do that and still get puffy roots you may judge have to use a gel with stronger hold lol. Thick hair problems lol. Thanks for watching 💕😊
I bought this because I randomly saw it in CVS and also...RUclips made me do it.🥴It has just been sitting in my cabinet waiting for it’s turn. I’m feeling inspired to finally try it after seeing a recent review. Always appreciate the videos!
Girl since Ronna I’ve been at my mom house i go to CVS up the street daily (the only store around) and they have everything them and RUclips has me spending too much money 😩
Hey Dejia! I def recommend you trying it because the definition and the longevity is amazing. But def learn from my mistakes because it def can make your hair gummy if your hair is too moisturized! Thanks so much for watching love 💕
I don't like that gel. It used to be my go-to, but when the ownership changed it started drying my hair out. I was a faithful customer for more than 5 years. I am using Kinky Curly Curling Custard as a substitute. Also, Curlsmith's jelly is another option.
Hey Leslie! Dang it seems like we have the opposite problem with this gel lol. But Kinky Curly is def a fav of mine! Thanks so much for watching love ❤️
Hey Shanta! Funny that you say that about kinky curly because I felt the same about this gel and I def used to much. So maybe we both need to use a lighter hand lol. I def will try layering it with my wetline. Thanks for watching love 😊💕
Def try it out! I love my definition and longevity! But if you have thick and low porosity hair, def try alone first and then add a leave in if it does not work on its own. Thanks so much for watching 💕
I've never used this gel for a wash n go (i don't do wash n gos lol). The definition is great and it felt great on my hair but the hold isn't strong enough for my hair so I gave it to a friend of mine.
My 2nd favorite gel! My 1st is CR curl maker. Curly magic is awesome as a one in done, and I can get a week wash n go from it. Awesome product for sure! Yes, I think you used too much. A little definitely goes a long ways, esp on soaking wet hair. I always air dry and it doesn't take any extra time drying ( unless I get heavy handed). I picked up a couple products from Coils in paradise, based on your review. Reuped on moisture love (61% off). And got in on the soul buck sale at soultanicals!
Hey love ❤️! Yes girl I used way too much 😂. I def will use it alone and with less product next time. Glad you picked up Coils in paradise! I hope you love the products! 💕
Everytime I've tried this gel, it made my hair feel gummy. It also took a long time to dry, and never fully dried for me. I wanted to love it, but it made my hair feel and look crazy.
Thanks for watching Olivia. That’s the word exactly, my hair felt gummy. It looked good but just felt too moisturized. I’m going to try it again alone and with way less product.
Same issue I’ve had. My curls are looser and less dense and I figured that’s why it didn’t work for me but now I’m seeing that many have had the same issue. No matter if I used damp or wet, small amount or large amount it always felt gummy and wet-ish.
I wish I could use this gel in the summer but it’s a no go for me 😔 When I use it in the summer my hair easily frizzes with the humidity and starts to feel damp! Like literally wet to the touch. I love the definition and shine it gives though!
Hey Kiah! My hair didn’t frizz but that’s exactly how my hair felt, wet the whole week lol. But I do love the definition, def last a while for me. Thanks for watching 💕😊
It's possible that you're using too much gel. If you hair is still wet after hours of dryer and air drying, that's most likely the problem. I've use UFD for a couple of years (before moving on to Earthtones Naturals Curling Gelly), but on my thick, coil-y bushy 3c-4a hair, it did a good job of giving my definition, gloss and body. Try it again in smaller sections using less gel.
I don’t one and done either. I LOVE Uncle Funky’s Daughter gel. I used the Miche Beauty Lavish Leave in with it also. It’s a Fav!!! I also use it with the Texture ID leave in. It lasts all week for me. I have the 32 oz size bottle. I always diffuse my hair to get the roots dry, sorry sis. Your hair is thicker than mine. It’s really crispy on me if I use without a leave in. My hair is probably not moisture trained like yours. Products: Naturals Little Secret Coils in Paradise Uniqurl Kriya Botanicals By the way this weekend I used the CurlSmith moisture line. I used the cowash, deep conditioner and the oil in cream leave in along with the curl soufflé. It is very moisturizing. You probably wouldn’t like it. Definition on point and so far so good, today is Wednesday and it looks better every day. It elongates my hair and it gives me big hair, which I like. All I do at night is tie my hair up in a satin scarf and with this product I don’t even have to fluff it because it falls into place. I shake my head a little and it’s all good. Just an FYI. I think this weekend I’m going to try Style Factor. I’m kind of excited to try that one.
Hey Diane! Yes I think my low porosity and thick hair made it hard for it to dry. Will def keep trying it out. You got some good products for Juneteenth. I want to try Kriya Botanicals soooo bad lol. I’ve heard mixed things about Curl Smith but I’m glad it worked out for you! Thanks so much for watching. ❤️
NJ Eberhart I absolutely love Kriya Botanicals low porosity leave in. A fav for sure. I got two of those. The scoop on the Curl Smith Soufflé. I now realize all custards and soufflés tend to eventually bead up in my head. This one wasn’t as bad as the All Naturall custard. I love how both products look in my head. Both give me loads of moisture, bounce, movement and elongation but around the 5th day I start to see little round beads of product in my head. The All Naturall product is worse (larger beads). Curl Smith’s washed out easier. I have one application of each product left. Can’t be waisting no coin, but that’s a wrap. Other than the soufflé I love the Curl Smith products. I used the style factor gel. It did leave a crunch as expected but it looked so moisturized, shinny and it did have bouncy beautiful curls. As much as I love the way gels look in my hair and I prefer gels, but that crunch. I guess that’s why Uncle Funky’s is my fav, it may be time to let the others go after I use them all up of course.😂 I have a Mikey in the house, my brother will take any and all products with grateful, open hands. 🤲🏽 I don’t worry too much about waisting products or having them go bad he will always take up the slack .🤣 Ok I’m done. Enjoy your day.
Hey Curl friend! They have 3 products 4sure takes forever to dry is Curl blueberry bliss leave in/ twist and shout cream and TMC tropical glaze gel!!! But Bomb results atleast 3/half dayz!!! Thanks Sis!
Hey Tonya! Probably so and that’s probably why I did not like it as much as I thought I would. Hoping to try it out with wetline next month, especially with the cooler weather.
UFD is my favorite gel. I don't use it with Miche. I found it way too moisturizing. UFD mixes well with quite a few leave ins and hair milks. My curls stay intact and moisturized the entire week. I like it with CRN curl love, coconut water leave in, or Oyin hair dew. It handles my 4a/mostly 4b curls better than any gel I've ever used. You're right. UFD is concentrated. Use less product.
Thanks Belinda for the tips! I think I’m going to try it alone first and see how I feel. I may just not need a leave in at all 😂. Thanks for watching 😊
Thank you Alexis!!! Girl if too moisturized was a head of hair, mine would be it lol. Gonna try it without a leave in and less product lol. Thanks for watching 💕
Hi! Your hair is so pretty! I bought Mane Krush, Tracee Ross Gel and style cream, Curl Mix and Amazon Mane Choice, then I jumped on the Sally’s 30% off texture hair care products until the 30th of this month! Continue to take care and Stay Beautiful! I will be back to congratulate you on your passing 5000 subbies!
Omg you are soooo sweet! Thank you so much 💕💕💕. I’m debating on whether or not I want to try the Pattern stylers lol. I think I might cave in but just get the mini sizes. You stay blessed and beautiful as well!
Hey Alexandria! Def try it out but I recommend trying it alone first and if your hair is dry then try it with a leave in. It’s really moisturizing. Thanks so much for watching ❤️
This wash n go looks so good!! That shine and definition..!! Definitely need to try this gel out. I’m currently really liking the Honey’s handmade aloe gel from the first melba’s kitchen collection and recently purchased the crowd fave CRN curl maker. I tried to be good this Juneteenth, lord knows I have way too many products as it is but still got some things from product junkie naturals. I was so tempted by coils in paradise after your review, but skipped it. Maybe next year!
Hey love! Yeah Juneteenth got me a little too. But I mostly bought stuff for my giveaway. I def did like the look of the wash n go. Just need to tweak it. I have not tried a Honey’s Handmade gel yet. Good to know. Thanks for watching 😊
Thank you 😊 💕. I just bought the curl maker but I have not used it yet. I used it a long time ago but don’t remember if I liked it or not. But I def will have a video on that coming soon! Thanks for watching love! 💕
Ooooh.... I used this product once and my hair was super gummy/sticky/wet. Yeah, it never dried. Then, when I went outside, it’s almost as if the humidity re-wet my hair?🤔 I have type 4 hair with about 90% shrinkage, so that was fun. I think I might be brave enough to try it again, but not as a wash and go, but a twist out instead AND I will use it by itself. 🤷🏽♀️
I can def understand the issues you had with the gel. My hair never felt dry. I will try it again with less product on no leave in lol. I hope it’s good for a twist out! Thanks for watching love ❤️
Heyyy Nisha 🖐🏾 Yesss you're finally trying this gel. I wonder how it comes out. Lol when the water ran down your chest, it happens to me often. Aww dang you get puffy roots vibes. When I used this product my hair was fully dry. I used it with Mane Choice 3 in 1 (our favorite leave in). Lol you ready to go and not come back. Maybe the Miche leave in was too moisturized to pair with this gel. FW like always!!
Hey Mimi! Yes think I need to use it alone next time because my hair was too moisturized lol. Yes girl I saw you picked of 4 of the 3 in 1 conditioners from the Mane Choice. I have 3 sitting in my stash right now. Thanks so I much for watching 💕
@@NJEberhart it's from the same line UFD. I am protein sensitive so I was worried but the curl stimulator gave me the moisture I needed. Don't over do it it with the leave in pat off any excess or it might flake. It gave me my best wash and go.
Hey Toi ☺️. Yeah I was not a big fan of how my hair felt with this gel. I did however use it under wetline on top and love it that way. Gave me a moisturized wash n go with hold. Thanks for watching 💕
I loooove this gel ... I def use the Camille Rose curl love with it but my hair be soaking to I use a pump and a half put it on then add more water and that usually helps ... the drying will take a min tho 😩😩
OMG! That put the biggest smile on my face. That’s all I want to do is help other naturalists through my hair successes and failures. Thanks so much for the support love 💕
If there’s anything I’ve learned from using this gel, which gave me trash results, the Obia Curl Enhancing Custard which I highly recommend you try and the Giovanni L.A. Hold Gel it’s that some gels require a leave in that will clump your curls before you use the gel. The uncle Funkys didn’t produce great results for me because it did not and could not clump my 4B/4C hair that naturally does not clump on its own very much.
Thanks for letting me know about the two gels. I will def check them out. Are they more in the strong hold/ crunchy side? Those are actually my favorite types of gels lol. Thanks so much for watching 😊
@@NJEberhart The Giovanni L.A. Hold Gel (which I ordered to store at Walgreens) is a really nice strong hold gel. Purely because I don't like the look of a wash n go on my hair due to the current shape and length of my hair I would definitely try this gel again in the future. The Curl Enhancing Custard (cheaper on the Obia site but also on Amazon) has a nice flexible medium hold that also left my hair soft and moisturized ( I did not need oil to scrunch out the crunch) on top of a moisturizing leave in ( I used the Camille Rose Coconut Water under it). Its also black owned and ph balanced with clean non toxic ingredients. Also I was scared that it would frizz up on me because it has glycerin but no it really held up throughout the week even in rainy and humid climates. Alove4Me and What the KinK youtubers have great reviews on the Custard. Hope this helps.
I thought it was just me on the drying time. It take for every and i don't even have thick hair.i never do sopping wet hair for any application (leaves my hair puffy) I diffused it for 1hr and 45min. One time ...still felt waxy(?) like it wasn't fully dry or formed a cast. Not till day 3 or 4 did it feel set,then its almost time to do it again so I couldn't really enjoy it. Still trying to figure out the right measurements for that gel cause i hear such good things,I figure i must be doing it wrong. Your hair look so big and pretty tho❤🙌🏽
Wow! Lol at least you hair got dry at some point 😂. My hair felt like it never dried lol. I def used too much and def need to use it alone. Thanks so much love ❤️
Your hair is cute, if I had the same experience I would've definitely told you. My hair is high porosity so it dries quickly, but I'm glad you like it. Seems like a there a little bit of learning curve for you, just try it alone next time.
Oh yeah porosity def is a factor. Now I know know my hair is super low porosity because I feel like my hair never really dried lol. Def will try it alone next time! Thanks for watching love 💕
I agree with the too many pumps but I don’t agree with the more water. My hair was soaking wet already. My hair never would have dried if I added more water lol
I used all U F D’s products and it left my hair very dry I think because all of the products have glycine glycerin in them it didn't work well in my hair I had to wash my hair three times to get that weird feeling out maybe if I just used the gel on top of another leave-in or moisturizer it would have been better.
Your hair looks lovely. I have used UF before but my hair is high porosity and low density. You probably did use more than you needed (heavy handed 😉). You already figured out what you need to do for a successful WNG next time. 🥰 I have recently bought sale products from the Mane Choice, Nature's Little Secret, Femme Noire, and Uniqurl. I am officially on restriction. 😅
Thank you so much May 😊. Yes as far as drying this gel seems better suit for high porosity but I also know that I used too much. Will def use less next time! I actually only bought uniqurl for Juneteenth but that’s for my giveaway.
I loved your video! You definitely used too much product (I tend to be too light handed). And I find that putting anything else underneath does not work well. The only thing I use is Carol's Daughter Monoi Oil Leave in Spray Conditioner... and Uncle Funky's Daughter Curly Magic. Nothing else. I have Type 3C, low density, high porosity hair, and I get 5-7 days out of my wash and go. Amazing. Hey... type 3 girls... don't use too much - it can gets greasy/oily looking if you're too heavy handed. All I do for a refresh is mist with water to reactivate the product, and proceed to style.
Hey love. I’m not the biggest fan of this gel on its own. I def like to pair it with another gel. And yes I def did use too much lol. Thanks for watching 💕
Hey love! If you have low porosity hair and you try it out, I def recommend to use it on its own and don’t be as heavy handed as me lol. And girl I’m ATL all day. More of a college football person but I still rep for the home team lol. Nothing but love sis ❤️❤️❤️
Its my favorite stand alone gel but I don't recommend using heat with it for the same problem you had in this video. I use it on damp hair so it doesn't take 2 days to air dry. Also you used way to much! Next time use a thick butter underneath for weighing down your hair and to help with frizz.
I def agree that it is standalone lol. Def don’t need another product. But you are recommend me to air dry and not sit under a dryer? I feel like my hair would never dry lol. Does heat do something to the gel?
You used WAYYY too much 😂. When you showed the product level that was left in the bottle after ONE USE? HONEY. NOOO. This is my go to styler and all that you pumped out that first time for that one section I could use for like a third of my head. Maybe more. This product spreads really well and a little goes a long way. Maybe it will take less time to dry too if you use less. Please use less 😅. I know people in the comments sayin they use it without a leave in but honey not for me. My type 4 hair said hell no. I'm not trynna feel dry later. I use it with the TGIN leave in which seems to be like the one you used as well as olive oil and jbco. But that's just me :x
Hey love. Yes I def don’t think I need a leave and I know I used wayyy too much. I know a few pumps won’t work for all of this hair I got though 😂. But will use less. Thanks for watching ❤️
Right Khrys! I was def missing the crunchy feeling. I got mine from target for $15.99. I think I just need to try again alone or pair it with the wetline like other have suggested. Thanks for watching 💕
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This is my FAVE product. I always go back. Because it is easy to use and not drying. You do not need a leave in but I go back and forth. And yes, you definitely used too much LOL. It’s concentrated and usually spreads great with water. Hard for me to use gels like Wetline after using UFD because you don’t apply them the same. Need less UFD. I also like how UFD wears over the week. Gets softer but still definition. But yeah, UFD does take longer to dry but I think your experience was more about how much product was used. Looks great tho!
Thanks for the tips Sabrina! Yes I can see I def used too much. I will def use less next time and will use it alone to see if I like it better. Did love the definition though. 😊
NJ Eberhart can’t wait for the video
Uncle Funky’s Curly Magic is my fave. I can get 7 days easy. I use it by itself, and I’ve not had a problem with it taking too long to dry. I also love it because it’s glycerin free, so my hair doesn’t look like a hot mess in the summer. Thanks for the video! 😊
Hey Vanessa! Yes the longevity of it is 💣! I wasn’t expecting for it to last as long as it did. My hair is super low porosity and my hair was just too moisturized which is why it took so long to dry. I def with keep experimenting. Thanks so much for watching 💕😊
How do you open the bottle. I've been fiddling with the pump for a week now. I followed the direction arrow on the pump but it won't open.
I literally just used UFD for my wash and go. I'm type 4 and it's definitely a one and done styler for me. The gel is just that moisturizing! I love this fluffy wash and go on you😍 Curl definition on point! I bought Uniqurl for the 1st time because of your community post. Can't wait to try it❤️
Thank you Rachel! Yes it gave me volume and little and definition. I just have to play with it some more! Thanks so much for watching love 💕
i actually have that gel in my hair now for my wash and go and my curls are definitely holding up. you only need two pumps the most with this gel i dont use no more than that but this gel is great in my opinion.i paired it with the edens body work curling creme great combo
Hey love thanks for the tips. I def think I need to try the gel out alone. Don’t know if only 2 pumps will work for all of this hair 😂😂😂. But I def will use less. Thanks for watching love 💕
And im so glad you like it!!! Its one of my favorite gels!!(one of the reasons i clicked so fast lmao)
Thank you! I do really like it! I just need to play with it some more and see if I can cut this drying time down lol.
I have used Uncle funky's daughter without and with a lightweight leave in conditioner... Don't be too heavy-handed with this gel will take longer to dry. Your hair look good as usual... Can add wet line gel at the end for extra hold..
I love this gel. It is healthier for our hair and is the only gel that doesn't dry my hair out. Be careful with doing back to back protein treatments, since you are low porosity
Thanks love, it’s def on the moisturizing side and def need to use it without a leave in. To be honest my hair doesn’t mind protein at all. My hair was fine. after using another protein conditioner.
The curly magic can definitely give super moisturized results. I had to put wetline on top a few weeks ago when I paired the curly magic with the carols daughter coco creme butter because it was too moisturized to define. It's still my favorite gel for wash and gos though
Thanks Aaliyah! I def see the potential. I’m going to try it alone and then also with wetline. That’s sounds like a bomb combo! Thanks for watching 😊💕
Looks so good I'm going to give it another try without a leave-in because my first time trying it my hair was gummy probably over moisturized also, I was waiting for you to try it . We will figure it out together 💜💜
Yes Ingrid! We will figure it out together. My hair felt exactly how you described! So I will be using it alone and trying it with wetline like others have suggested. Thanks so much for watching ❤️
You really don’t need a leave in especially if you used a really moisturizing deep conditioner. Because it will feel gummy if it’s too moisturized. Ufd is my favorite gel and it doesn’t take long to dry for me
Thank you fro the tip! Def will use it alone the next time. Hoping it won’t take as long to dry lol. Thanks for watching love ❤️
Great video! I actually don’t use a leave in because it’s so moisturizing. Yes it takes forever to dry with a leave in. But I also add wetline on top for extra hold. Also if you use the wetline too, use less UF gel and more wetline.FYI...good call doing the clay mask...clay masks bring my hair back to life every time!
Thank you for the tips Artesa! Def will try it alone first, and then I’ll try it with the wetline. Sounds like a bomb combo! And yes I love me a good clay mask! Thanks for watching love 💕
I use this gel as a base for a wash and go. Instead of using a leave in, a cream, and a gel, I'll use a small amount of leave in, followed by this for extra moisture, and then follow that up with a stronghold gel. I think you've done similar wash and gos with the Mielle Custard and The Mane Choice Braid Out Glaze. Same concept as that.
Thanks for the suggestion! I was def thinking of using it that way under wetline 😊
NJ Eberhart You’re welcome. I hope you enjoy the combo if you do decide to try it :)
Sis! The algorithm came through on this one! Cuz I’m trying this gel for the first time and I’m like dis tew much as far as the drying time and over-moisturizing!
I love this gel. I love your results too. I used way too much also the first time I used it 🤪 I usually use a firm hold gel on top but this week I made the mistake of using the Camille Rose Coconut Water under it 😬 I never thought in a million years that my high porosity hair could ever be over moisturized. I took forever to dry but it was so soft.
Thank you love! I appreciate it 😊. Yeah the gel is super moisturizing and I didn’t think it was going take that long to dry. But we know better now 😂
I get my best wash and go with CRN moisture milk with UFD and Curl Maker . The best combo ever..
Thanks Gwen 😊. That’s sounds like a good combo so the moisture milk has rice milk which has protein in it. I think I would need a leave in with protein in it to balance the moisture from the gel.
I brought a big bottle (32oz) but the first time wasn’t feeling it because it shrunk my hair so bad. So the 2nd time I used leave in, moisturizer. Then Curly Magic since me hair had so much shrinkage I used Eco flaxseed black castor over it and my hair looked much better and lasted longer. I believe it stimulated my hair so much it looked to short for me. So whenever I use it a gel has to go over it but it last about 5 days. It’s one of my favorite stylers not as good as Kinky Curly but I’ll definitely buy it again because of the big bottle and my hair is so shiny after. Oh and about the drying it takes a while but my hair does take as long as yours. It looks like I used about the same amount as you
Hey Raquel!!! Thank you so much for the tips! I’m going to use it alone and then also pair it with a gel like you said. Probably wetline. Thanks so much for watching. 💕😊
your hair came out great 😊👍🏼😊
it's ok to be cautious when using a new product, based on *your* hair and past experiences.
you won't know until you try (trial-and-error) on your own strands.
looking forward to your next video using this gel.
thanks for sharing 😁
Exactly Healy, def trial and error and this was a bit of an error lol. But I think if I use less product and only use the gel I should be good. Thanks so much for watching ❤️😘
Just found this video and sis you are absolutely right. I have Type 4 hair and this was not a one-and-done. I had to mix mine with some leave-in conditioner and had to use a little bit of oil. I do believe that my curls are a bit better and I noticed that my hair is softer. The shrinkage is still ridiculous
Hey love! Glad to know I’m not the only one who feels this way lol. I always have to have a leave in 😂. Thanks for watching 💕
@@NJEberhart
You are most welcome, keep up the good work
This is my fave gel for a wash n go so I’m glad you reviewed it!
My hair usually takes a long time to dry too. What I’ve done is apply Kinky Curly Knot Today then the gel on soaking wet hair on small-medium sized sections then loosely twist them. That way my hair stays weighted down. Then I sit under the dryer. I go about my day and when I get up in the morning, it’s dry and I untwist. The curls are still defined and they last about a week.
The only problem I have are the puffy roots. I have a highly dense head of hair. Lol. Anyone have suggestions on how to combat that? 🤔
Hey love. My only suggestion for puffy roots is to focus the gel in the roots. If you do that and still get puffy roots you may judge have to use a gel with stronger hold lol. Thick hair problems lol. Thanks for watching 💕😊
NJ Eberhart Thanks for the advice, NJ! I appreciate your response 🙂
I bought this because I randomly saw it in CVS and also...RUclips made me do it.🥴It has just been sitting in my cabinet waiting for it’s turn. I’m feeling inspired to finally try it after seeing a recent review. Always appreciate the videos!
Girl since Ronna I’ve been at my mom house i go to CVS up the street daily (the only store around) and they have everything them and RUclips has me spending too much money 😩
Hey Dejia! I def recommend you trying it because the definition and the longevity is amazing. But def learn from my mistakes because it def can make your hair gummy if your hair is too moisturized! Thanks so much for watching love 💕
Yes love this gel!! but it does take forever to dry!!
Forever!!!! Lol but I did like how my hair looked! Thanks so much for watching Victoria 😊
I don't like that gel. It used to be my go-to, but when the ownership changed it started drying my hair out. I was a faithful customer for more than 5 years. I am using Kinky Curly Curling Custard as a substitute. Also, Curlsmith's jelly is another option.
Hey Leslie! Dang it seems like we have the opposite problem with this gel lol. But Kinky Curly is def a fav of mine! Thanks so much for watching love ❤️
I love that gel, I layer it with olive oil eco for extra hold. I tried the kinky curly and it left my hair sticky, maybe I used too much.
Hey Shanta! Funny that you say that about kinky curly because I felt the same about this gel and I def used to much. So maybe we both need to use a lighter hand lol. I def will try layering it with my wetline. Thanks for watching love 😊💕
I have this product in my stash but haven’t yet tried it ! Can’t wait
Def try it out! I love my definition and longevity! But if you have thick and low porosity hair, def try alone first and then add a leave in if it does not work on its own. Thanks so much for watching 💕
I've never used this gel for a wash n go (i don't do wash n gos lol). The definition is great and it felt great on my hair but the hold isn't strong enough for my hair so I gave it to a friend of mine.
My 2nd favorite gel! My 1st is CR curl maker.
Curly magic is awesome as a one in done, and I can get a week wash n go from it. Awesome product for sure!
Yes, I think you used too much. A little definitely goes a long ways, esp on soaking wet hair. I always air dry and it doesn't take any extra time drying ( unless I get heavy handed).
I picked up a couple products from Coils in paradise, based on your review. Reuped on moisture love (61% off). And got in on the soul buck sale at soultanicals!
Hey love ❤️! Yes girl I used way too much 😂. I def will use it alone and with less product next time. Glad you picked up Coils in paradise! I hope you love the products! 💕
Everytime I've tried this gel, it made my hair feel gummy. It also took a long time to dry, and never fully dried for me. I wanted to love it, but it made my hair feel and look crazy.
Thanks for watching Olivia. That’s the word exactly, my hair felt gummy. It looked good but just felt too moisturized. I’m going to try it again alone and with way less product.
Same issue I’ve had. My curls are looser and less dense and I figured that’s why it didn’t work for me but now I’m seeing that many have had the same issue. No matter if I used damp or wet, small amount or large amount it always felt gummy and wet-ish.
I wish I could use this gel in the summer but it’s a no go for me 😔 When I use it in the summer my hair easily frizzes with the humidity and starts to feel damp! Like literally wet to the touch. I love the definition and shine it gives though!
Hey Kiah! My hair didn’t frizz but that’s exactly how my hair felt, wet the whole week lol. But I do love the definition, def last a while for me. Thanks for watching 💕😊
I hate this gel but your hair looks bomb
😂 thank you love! It’s def a tricky gel. I gotta figure it because this drying time ain’t it!!!!
your hair looks sooo shiny
Aww thank you so much Keyah! The shine is 🔥
It's possible that you're using too much gel. If you hair is still wet after hours of dryer and air drying, that's most likely the problem. I've use UFD for a couple of years (before moving on to Earthtones Naturals Curling Gelly), but on my thick, coil-y bushy 3c-4a hair, it did a good job of giving my definition, gloss and body. Try it again in smaller sections using less gel.
Thanks, I def think I used a lot but I like UFD better with wetline. Don’t really care for it alone. Thanks for watching love 😊
I don’t one and done either. I LOVE Uncle Funky’s Daughter gel. I used the Miche Beauty Lavish Leave in with it also. It’s a Fav!!! I also use it with the Texture ID leave in. It lasts all week for me. I have the 32 oz size bottle. I always diffuse my hair to get the roots dry, sorry sis. Your hair is thicker than mine. It’s really crispy on me if I use without a leave in. My hair is probably not moisture trained like yours.
Products:
Naturals Little Secret
Coils in Paradise
Uniqurl
Kriya Botanicals
By the way this weekend I used the CurlSmith moisture line. I used the cowash, deep conditioner and the oil in cream leave in along with the curl soufflé. It is very moisturizing. You probably wouldn’t like it. Definition on point and so far so good, today is Wednesday and it looks better every day. It elongates my hair and it gives me big hair, which I like. All I do at night is tie my hair up in a satin scarf and with this product I don’t even have to fluff it because it falls into place. I shake my head a little and it’s all good. Just an FYI. I think this weekend I’m going to try Style Factor. I’m kind of excited to try that one.
Hey Diane! Yes I think my low porosity and thick hair made it hard for it to dry. Will def keep trying it out. You got some good products for Juneteenth. I want to try Kriya Botanicals soooo bad lol. I’ve heard mixed things about Curl Smith but I’m glad it worked out for you! Thanks so much for watching. ❤️
NJ Eberhart I absolutely love Kriya Botanicals low porosity leave in. A fav for sure. I got two of those. The scoop on the Curl Smith Soufflé. I now realize all custards and soufflés tend to eventually bead up in my head. This one wasn’t as bad as the All Naturall custard. I love how both products look in my head. Both give me loads of moisture, bounce, movement and elongation but around the 5th day I start to see little round beads of product in my head. The All Naturall product is worse (larger beads). Curl Smith’s washed out easier. I have one application of each product left. Can’t be waisting no coin, but that’s a wrap. Other than the soufflé I love the Curl Smith products. I used the style factor gel. It did leave a crunch as expected but it looked so moisturized, shinny and it did have bouncy beautiful curls. As much as I love the way gels look in my hair and I prefer gels, but that crunch. I guess that’s why Uncle Funky’s is my fav, it may be time to let the others go after I use them all up of course.😂 I have a Mikey in the house, my brother will take any and all products with grateful, open hands. 🤲🏽 I don’t worry too much about waisting products or having them go bad he will always take up the slack .🤣 Ok I’m done. Enjoy your day.
Hey Curl friend! They have 3 products 4sure takes forever to dry is Curl blueberry bliss leave in/ twist and shout cream and TMC tropical glaze gel!!! But Bomb results atleast 3/half dayz!!! Thanks Sis!
Hey Mia! Those products don’t take as long as this gel did to dry for me lol. Thanks so much for watching 💕
I love this gel...but I don’t like it in the summer. My hair is too sticky and it doesn’t dry right....I think it’s the MD humidity.
Hey Tonya! Probably so and that’s probably why I did not like it as much as I thought I would. Hoping to try it out with wetline next month, especially with the cooler weather.
UFD is my favorite gel. I don't use it with Miche. I found it way too moisturizing. UFD mixes well with quite a few leave ins and hair milks. My curls stay intact and moisturized the entire week. I like it with CRN curl love, coconut water leave in, or Oyin hair dew. It handles my 4a/mostly 4b curls better than any gel I've ever used. You're right. UFD is concentrated. Use less product.
Thanks Belinda for the tips! I think I’m going to try it alone first and see how I feel. I may just not need a leave in at all 😂. Thanks for watching 😊
@@NJEberhart Thank you and good luck.
I know it was too moisturized, but, THIS SHIT LOOKS TF GOODT 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thank you Alexis!!! Girl if too moisturized was a head of hair, mine would be it lol. Gonna try it without a leave in and less product lol. Thanks for watching 💕
Hi! Your hair is so pretty! I bought Mane Krush, Tracee Ross Gel and style cream, Curl Mix and Amazon Mane Choice, then I jumped on the Sally’s 30% off texture hair care products until the 30th of this month! Continue to take care and Stay Beautiful! I will be back to congratulate you on your passing 5000 subbies!
Omg you are soooo sweet! Thank you so much 💕💕💕. I’m debating on whether or not I want to try the Pattern stylers lol. I think I might cave in but just get the mini sizes. You stay blessed and beautiful as well!
UFD gel is my favorite. I think your hair would look my defined using a demin brush
Hey Cheryl 🤗. I just don’t think UFD is for me. Thanks for watching.
I will try this after I get my hair shaped up. Haven’t done a wash n go in years
Hey Alexandria! Def try it out but I recommend trying it alone first and if your hair is dry then try it with a leave in. It’s really moisturizing. Thanks so much for watching ❤️
This wash n go looks so good!! That shine and definition..!! Definitely need to try this gel out. I’m currently really liking the Honey’s handmade aloe gel from the first melba’s kitchen collection and recently purchased the crowd fave CRN curl maker.
I tried to be good this Juneteenth, lord knows I have way too many products as it is but still got some things from product junkie naturals. I was so tempted by coils in paradise after your review, but skipped it. Maybe next year!
Hey love! Yeah Juneteenth got me a little too. But I mostly bought stuff for my giveaway. I def did like the look of the wash n go. Just need to tweak it. I have not tried a Honey’s Handmade gel yet. Good to know. Thanks for watching 😊
Your hair came out great🙌🏽 , that gel gave you great definition. How would you compare this gel to the curl maker from Camille rose ?
Thank you 😊 💕. I just bought the curl maker but I have not used it yet. I used it a long time ago but don’t remember if I liked it or not. But I def will have a video on that coming soon! Thanks for watching love! 💕
Ooooh.... I used this product once and my hair was super gummy/sticky/wet. Yeah, it never dried. Then, when I went outside, it’s almost as if the humidity re-wet my hair?🤔 I have type 4 hair with about 90% shrinkage, so that was fun. I think I might be brave enough to try it again, but not as a wash and go, but a twist out instead AND I will use it by itself. 🤷🏽♀️
I can def understand the issues you had with the gel. My hair never felt dry. I will try it again with less product on no leave in lol. I hope it’s good for a twist out! Thanks for watching love ❤️
It looks great! This is one product I've never tried but will soon. Great video!
Thank you Nyteria! Just a tip, if you are low porosity you may want to try the gel alone first. My hair could not absorb all of the moisture lol.
Heyyy Nisha 🖐🏾
Yesss you're finally trying this gel. I wonder how it comes out. Lol when the water ran down your chest, it happens to me often. Aww dang you get puffy roots vibes. When I used this product my hair was fully dry. I used it with Mane Choice 3 in 1 (our favorite leave in). Lol you ready to go and not come back. Maybe the Miche leave in was too moisturized to pair with this gel. FW like always!!
Hey Mimi! Yes think I need to use it alone next time because my hair was too moisturized lol. Yes girl I saw you picked of 4 of the 3 in 1 conditioners from the Mane Choice. I have 3 sitting in my stash right now. Thanks so I much for watching 💕
@@NJEberhart You're so welcome Nisha 😁
Early! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Had to click with that title
Thank you Nandi! Thanks so much for watching 💕. Hair was super moisturized lol.
Use the Good Hair leave in with it . It is strengthening it will dry faster.
Hey Dawn, thanks for the tip 😊. Is the leave also an UFD product or is this from another brand? In new to UFD lol.
@@NJEberhart it's from the same line UFD. I am protein sensitive so I was worried but the curl stimulator gave me the moisture I needed. Don't over do it it with the leave in pat off any excess or it might flake. It gave me my best wash and go.
New here! 😊 my hair felt weird after using this gel….like a waxy feel almost! 😫 I haven’t given it a second try yet!
Hey Toi ☺️. Yeah I was not a big fan of how my hair felt with this gel. I did however use it under wetline on top and love it that way. Gave me a moisturized wash n go with hold. Thanks for watching 💕
I loooove this gel ... I def use the Camille Rose curl love with it but my hair be soaking to I use a pump and a half put it on then add more water and that usually helps ... the drying will take a min tho 😩😩
Hey Tashay! Thanks for the tips. I will def use less. I just got to get use to that drying time though lol. Thanks so much for watching 💕😊
I always like the video before watching cause I know I’m going learn something new!
OMG! That put the biggest smile on my face. That’s all I want to do is help other naturalists through my hair successes and failures. Thanks so much for the support love 💕
NJ Eberhart 💓
If there’s anything I’ve learned from using this gel, which gave me trash results, the Obia Curl Enhancing Custard which I highly recommend you try and the Giovanni L.A. Hold Gel it’s that some gels require a leave in that will clump your curls before you use the gel. The uncle Funkys didn’t produce great results for me because it did not and could not clump my 4B/4C hair that naturally does not clump on its own very much.
Thanks for letting me know about the two gels. I will def check them out. Are they more in the strong hold/ crunchy side? Those are actually my favorite types of gels lol. Thanks so much for watching 😊
@@NJEberhart The Giovanni L.A. Hold Gel (which I ordered to store at Walgreens) is a really nice strong hold gel. Purely because I don't like the look of a wash n go on my hair due to the current shape and length of my hair I would definitely try this gel again in the future. The Curl Enhancing Custard (cheaper on the Obia site but also on Amazon) has a nice flexible medium hold that also left my hair soft and moisturized ( I did not need oil to scrunch out the crunch) on top of a moisturizing leave in ( I used the Camille Rose Coconut Water under it). Its also black owned and ph balanced with clean non toxic ingredients. Also I was scared that it would frizz up on me because it has glycerin but no it really held up throughout the week even in rainy and humid climates. Alove4Me and What the KinK youtubers have great reviews on the Custard. Hope this helps.
the good hair leave in is protein. I wonder if a little of that would pair well with the gel
Thanks! I’m actually really interested in purchasing more uncle Funky’s.
Thanks for the advise of applying in the shower!!! It can miss up your clothing.
Hey love! Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching love ❤️
I thought it was just me on the drying time. It take for every and i don't even have thick hair.i never do sopping wet hair for any application (leaves my hair puffy) I diffused it for 1hr and 45min. One time ...still felt waxy(?) like it wasn't fully dry or formed a cast. Not till day 3 or 4 did it feel set,then its almost time to do it again so I couldn't really enjoy it. Still trying to figure out the right measurements for that gel cause i hear such good things,I figure i must be doing it wrong.
Your hair look so big and pretty tho❤🙌🏽
Wow! Lol at least you hair got dry at some point 😂. My hair felt like it never dried lol. I def used too much and def need to use it alone. Thanks so much love ❤️
Your hair is cute, if I had the same experience I would've definitely told you. My hair is high porosity so it dries quickly, but I'm glad you like it. Seems like a there a little bit of learning curve for you, just try it alone next time.
Oh yeah porosity def is a factor. Now I know know my hair is super low porosity because I feel like my hair never really dried lol. Def will try it alone next time! Thanks for watching love 💕
Wayyyy too many pumps 🤣
And your hair needed way more water as well but it’s still cute tho
I agree with the too many pumps but I don’t agree with the more water. My hair was soaking wet already. My hair never would have dried if I added more water lol
@@NJEberhart I feel like people always say RUclipsrs need more water when their hair is dripping wet like wym
I used all U F D’s products and it left my hair very dry I think because all of the products have glycine glycerin in them it didn't work well in my hair I had to wash my hair three times to get that weird feeling out maybe if I just used the gel on top of another leave-in or moisturizer it would have been better.
Hey Kathy. Sorry that you had a bad experience. This gel alone is not a fav but I do like it paired with wetline. Thanks for watching 😊
Your hair looks lovely. I have used UF before but my hair is high porosity and low density. You probably did use more than you needed (heavy handed 😉). You already figured out what you need to do for a successful WNG next time. 🥰
I have recently bought sale products from the Mane Choice, Nature's Little Secret, Femme Noire, and Uniqurl. I am officially on restriction. 😅
Thank you so much May 😊. Yes as far as drying this gel seems better suit for high porosity but I also know that I used too much. Will def use less next time! I actually only bought uniqurl for Juneteenth but that’s for my giveaway.
I loved your video! You definitely used too much product (I tend to be too light handed). And I find that putting anything else underneath does not work well. The only thing I use is Carol's Daughter Monoi Oil Leave in Spray Conditioner... and Uncle Funky's Daughter Curly Magic. Nothing else. I have Type 3C, low density, high porosity hair, and I get 5-7 days out of my wash and go. Amazing. Hey... type 3 girls... don't use too much - it can gets greasy/oily looking if you're too heavy handed. All I do for a refresh is mist with water to reactivate the product, and proceed to style.
Hey love. I’m not the biggest fan of this gel on its own. I def like to pair it with another gel. And yes I def did use too much lol. Thanks for watching 💕
You don't have to use much to get clumping curls and definition
Thanks for the tip Michelle! I learned my lesson 😂. Def using less product next time!
I have this in my stash and still never used it ! But ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️because you had a falcons shirt on 🤣 #Petty
Hey love! If you have low porosity hair and you try it out, I def recommend to use it on its own and don’t be as heavy handed as me lol. And girl I’m ATL all day. More of a college football person but I still rep for the home team lol. Nothing but love sis ❤️❤️❤️
This gel is sold out everywhere in my town, I’ve been itching to try it too. Eco styler works, but I don’t want to keep using it.
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Look at my sisters helping out the needy ☺️ such a blessing
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Less is more. If you think you need to add more gel, add more water. This is a one and done.
Thanks for the tips! I will def use less, but probably not more water lol. Thanks for watching love 💕
Love your shirt...peace up, A Town down...lol
Thank you so much Kisha. FILA!!!
I was thinking about trying this eventually, but ehhh...being that you said it took your hair forever to dry idkkk
Its my favorite stand alone gel but I don't recommend using heat with it for the same problem you had in this video. I use it on damp hair so it doesn't take 2 days to air dry. Also you used way to much! Next time use a thick butter underneath for weighing down your hair and to help with frizz.
I def agree that it is standalone lol. Def don’t need another product. But you are recommend me to air dry and not sit under a dryer? I feel like my hair would never dry lol. Does heat do something to the gel?
Watching this Sept 2021 and Nisha's hair ain't dry cuz that product secretly has glycerin in it. Well it's not a secret anymore..... 😬
I use my ufd gel with my melanin products.
Hey Kia! Nice! But the way my hair is... I don’t need no more moisture with this gel 😂😂😂. Thanks for watching love 💕 😊
You used WAYYY too much 😂. When you showed the product level that was left in the bottle after ONE USE? HONEY. NOOO.
This is my go to styler and all that you pumped out that first time for that one section I could use for like a third of my head. Maybe more. This product spreads really well and a little goes a long way. Maybe it will take less time to dry too if you use less. Please use less 😅.
I know people in the comments sayin they use it without a leave in but honey not for me. My type 4 hair said hell no. I'm not trynna feel dry later. I use it with the TGIN leave in which seems to be like the one you used as well as olive oil and jbco. But that's just me :x
Hey love. Yes I def don’t think I need a leave and I know I used wayyy too much. I know a few pumps won’t work for all of this hair I got though 😂. But will use less. Thanks for watching ❤️
I love a crunchy hold. I would only try this gel for a twistout or braidout. What's the price?
Check it on target
Right Khrys! I was def missing the crunchy feeling. I got mine from target for $15.99. I think I just need to try again alone or pair it with the wetline like other have suggested. Thanks for watching 💕
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1st!!! Gang Gang! Thanks for watching love 💕
I do like UFDCM!
Lol I like it, but paired with another gel. It doesn’t give me the crunch that I need. Thanks for watching 😘💕
Yes!!!!!!
Thanks for watching Tiana 💕
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Thanks for watching Deaisha 💕
Yes it takes FOREVER to dry!!!
😂😂😂 glad I’m not the only one to experience this. I was like what in the world is going on!!! Thanks for watching Sheila 💕💕💕
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