I know some people don't like fragrance but I LOVE the scent of the Treluxe so much that I sometimes end up messing up my hair b/c I can't stop touching it so I can smell it. I know... I'm weird. I am going to be entering a new era for my hair. I have colored my hair for over 30yrs (it has only been curly for about 5 yrs) and due to some physical limitations it is becoming increasingly difficult. I have decided to grow out my color and see what happens. Wish me luck!
Jessicurl spiralicious gel is my kwayne! I find it noth great hold and moisturizing in my hair! I'm getting that Umberto Gianini mousse today n can't wait to layer without worrying about the dank TX humidity! Love atchoo, sis! Thank u for continuing to create n share your expertise with us! Xo
I’ve realized with low density hair less is often more! Even in extreme humidity! -Coming from a South Florida curly! ❤ No matter what gel I use I always have “flash drying” and I’ve probably tried 50 in my last 5 years of my Curly Hair Journey! I only use cream stylers because of this! But cream stylers that have decent hold to at least get me to day 4 with minimal refresh in the way a light hold gel would! Can we please have a video on Creams since this one was mainly gels? That would be so helpful! 😊 I’m currently using the Curlsmith Protein Cream and it has great hold! But I’ve been using it for 4 years now ever since the Devacurl debacle and when I found your page! ❤ I would love some other options! This was so needed!
Thanks for this video…less can be more 🙂 I’ve used the Ouidad gel for quite a while….but the AG Liquid Effects was at Marshall’s and had seen your videos on it…so I gave it a try - so happy I did!! Loved it!! It’s the first gel I have been able to get away without having to do any refresh on day 2 and went into day 3 just needing a light touch up. Usually have to wash by day 3 as my hair is too dry. Went back to Ouidad…and found it to dry my hair out in comparison 🙁 Maybe I needed more leave in conditioner? Love the Ouidad gel/cream for refresh touch ups!! Appreciate you always sharing such honest and great info!!
I use the the Verb Ghost heat protector cream then the Verb foaming gel, brush style, then glaze over and scrunch in the Quidad gel (in the red bottle) and I get great long lasting results.
You inspired me to use the Umberto Giannini jelly alone . It worked out great ! This past year I bought all my gels with the curl creams . Now I’m thinking my hair likes just a gel . Maybe a tiny bit of curl cream but I’m pretty sure it was weighing down my fine hair to much .
Loved the brush styling video and the brush she likes. I use SEEN curly leave in conditioner/styler and Vanicream moisturizing gel. Lots of humidity where I live in the Pacific Northwest.
The bee girl honey custard from The Doux! We have different hair types but that stuff works amazing as a one and done styler! Also, if you have it to splurge, the strong hold cream gel from davines is also really good. ☺
Another great video! Although I would have chosen the Camille Rose Curlmaker over Uncle Funky's Daughter. They're very similar, but I get slightly more hold with the Camille Rose product. Also, I would include AG Recoil on this list. I know everyone considers Recoil to be a curl cream, but I consider it to be more of a cream-gel because I get a surprising amount of hold from it, by itself.
You're amazing! Many of these products are not available in my country :( is very nice that you mention the key ingredients! but it would help me a lot to know what step you would use the Cantu Custard and how wet the hair should be, sometimes helps me a lot and sometimes no, maybe I'm doing something wrong, a demo from you would be incredible! I learn a lot watching you applying products and styling ❤ Thanks for all your knowledge! ❤
I use Mop top curly hair custard. It’s definitely a one and done and a little bit of water refreshes the second day and the third day I use a mister for the water instead of a full rinse.
I like the Mop Top custard too. The Mielle Pomegranate and Honey is another great custard. Also, Not Your Mother's recently came out with a custard that has surprising hold. They label it as a level 4 hold on the jar - stronger than their level 3 gel and I agree.
I've been using the Ouidad Extra Hold gel for only a short while, but I love it. I live in South Florida, where we are currently experiencing an unusually hot and humid summer, and this gel works in this climate. I do use Ouidad Leave In Conditioner first, as the combination gives me a softer effect, but I am very pleased with these products. Thank you so much for your always excellent and informative videos! They've been a great help. Sometimes strangers tell me they love my hair, which is nice to hear.
I am a big fan of the UFD Curl Magic. I have low to medium porosity wavy hair. It works better for me when I am a bit heavy handed with it. Sometimes in the really humid weather I will layer a harder holding gel on top of it.
Hey Gena. I have low porosity, low density, fine hair. I limit the amount of protein in my hair because it just dries it out. I live in Colorado as well which is dry. I have a shampoo and a deep conditioner that has protein and I use the Ouidad gel you mentioned once in a while. I definitely need protein sometimes but can’t use it all the time. Can you do a video that shows someone like me how often to use protein products and what products (cleansing products vs leave-ins) would be best and when. Thank you. ❤
Love your channel..new curly girl. Short bob...I love uncle funky but can you also recommend a hairspray to pair with it for extra hold and volume. My shorter bangs need some better control.
Thanks for sharing, I was wondering if you tried The Doux hair mousse. It has hold and moisture in one product. It’s one of my favorite mousses. It actually holds up in humidity . Love your videos, very informative
My strongest hold gel by far is Giovanni La hold styling gel strong hold…I haven’t used that too much as a one and done but I am sure it can be done. But I have used some leave ins that also have hold so to add that with a strong gel is my best bet.
You can use it on its own which is why I featured it in this video! I also sometimes pair it with their Recoil cream or Fresh Definer if I want more moisture
LUS’ all in one is my fav one & done! it doesn’t give too much hold but it’s given me some really good results before!!! which one of these would u rec for fine low porosity hair but live in the miserable southern humidity? 😭
I am curious why you don’t typically recommend Innersense products? I really like them but it can be confusing to know which products are best for different hair types. I am sure your expertise would be super helpful!
I like their products! I just haven’t found a perfect gel from them yet. I like the I Create Hold and the I Create Curl Memory but it doesn’t contain humidity blocking ingredients so I can’t use them year round where I live.
Gena. How do you feel about Wen hair care? I used to use Wen and switched to Ouidad but bought a bottle of 613 and used it this week. Definitely different then what I’m used too. I’m so bad at making my curls look pretty no matter how hard I try!!!
I’ve been using Wen for about 13-14 years. Started my curl journey last November. I do use a clarifying once a month just to reset from curly products I use. I also still use their smoothing oil and finishing cream. Wen still works for me 😊
@@lucybenson7583thank you Lucy. My hair has changed now that I have gotten older!! What are you using for a cleanser or shampoo and conditioner?? I have not mastered the way Gina does it. My hair still has its own agenda haha
@@lizflores6784 I just use the when cleanser. I have fine hair so I don’t use a leave in conditioner, I feel it weighs my hair down. I’m in Arizona, this is my first summer wearing my hair curly. Right now I’m using Treluxe. I bought the bundle on their website that includes a curl primer, styling serum and hi def curling gel. I really like the not your mothers line but I have tried other and still go back to the NYM line. Treluxe is working for me right now. I love the Wen finishing crème and smoothing oil for days after I wash my hair, I only wash once a week. I do have some frizz this summer but it’s not a deal breaker that will make me go back to blowing out my hair, for me wearing curls is still easier 😊
How do you feel about Jessicurl spiralicious gel for a one and done. I tried it with leave in yesterday and my hair just wouldn’t dry so now I’m wondering if I should try it on it’s own
I know some people don't like fragrance but I LOVE the scent of the Treluxe so much that I sometimes end up messing up my hair b/c I can't stop touching it so I can smell it. I know... I'm weird. I am going to be entering a new era for my hair. I have colored my hair for over 30yrs (it has only been curly for about 5 yrs) and due to some physical limitations it is becoming increasingly difficult. I have decided to grow out my color and see what happens. Wish me luck!
Jessicurl spiralicious gel is my kwayne! I find it noth great hold and moisturizing in my hair! I'm getting that Umberto Gianini mousse today n can't wait to layer without worrying about the dank TX humidity! Love atchoo, sis! Thank u for continuing to create n share your expertise with us! Xo
I’ve realized with low density hair less is often more! Even in extreme humidity! -Coming from a South Florida curly! ❤
No matter what gel I use I always have “flash drying” and I’ve probably tried 50 in my last 5 years of my Curly Hair Journey!
I only use cream stylers because of this! But cream stylers that have decent hold to at least get me to day 4 with minimal refresh in the way a light hold gel would!
Can we please have a video on Creams since this one was mainly gels?
That would be so helpful! 😊
I’m currently using the Curlsmith Protein Cream and it has great hold! But I’ve been using it for 4 years now ever since the Devacurl debacle and when I found your page! ❤ I would love some other options!
This was so needed!
Thank you for this comment! I am in South FL and struggling so bad I’ve given up and worn ponytails but this gives me hope!
Thanks for this video…less can be more 🙂 I’ve used the Ouidad gel for quite a while….but the AG Liquid Effects was at Marshall’s and had seen your videos on it…so I gave it a try - so happy I did!! Loved it!! It’s the first gel I have been able to get away without having to do any refresh on day 2 and went into day 3 just needing a light touch up. Usually have to wash by day 3 as my hair is too dry. Went back to Ouidad…and found it to dry my hair out in comparison 🙁 Maybe I needed more leave in conditioner? Love the Ouidad gel/cream for refresh touch ups!! Appreciate you always sharing such honest and great info!!
Great vid! Product text blocks were very helpful!
I use the the Verb Ghost heat protector cream then the Verb foaming gel, brush style, then glaze over and scrunch in the Quidad gel (in the red bottle) and I get great long lasting results.
You inspired me to use the Umberto Giannini jelly alone . It worked out great ! This past year I bought all my gels with the curl creams . Now I’m thinking my hair likes just a gel . Maybe a tiny bit of curl cream but I’m pretty sure it was weighing down my fine hair to much .
That’s great!
Loved the brush styling video and the brush she likes. I use SEEN curly leave in conditioner/styler and Vanicream moisturizing gel. Lots of humidity where I live in the Pacific Northwest.
Muchas gracias por el viedo, me encanta tu canal, he aprendido mucho gracias a tus videos💗
The bee girl honey custard from The Doux! We have different hair types but that stuff works amazing as a one and done styler! Also, if you have it to splurge, the strong hold cream gel from davines is also really good. ☺
Love that custard! It's a bit sticker than I like (because of the honey), but it is a great one and done styler.
Another great video! Although I would have chosen the Camille Rose Curlmaker over Uncle Funky's Daughter. They're very similar, but I get slightly more hold with the Camille Rose product. Also, I would include AG Recoil on this list. I know everyone considers Recoil to be a curl cream, but I consider it to be more of a cream-gel because I get a surprising amount of hold from it, by itself.
I’ve never tried it! I need to
You're amazing! Many of these products are not available in my country :( is very nice that you mention the key ingredients! but it would help me a lot to know what step you would use the Cantu Custard and how wet the hair should be, sometimes helps me a lot and sometimes no, maybe I'm doing something wrong, a demo from you would be incredible! I learn a lot watching you applying products and styling ❤ Thanks for all your knowledge! ❤
I use Mop top curly hair custard. It’s definitely a one and done and a little bit of water refreshes the second day and the third day I use a mister for the water instead of a full rinse.
I like the Mop Top custard too. The Mielle Pomegranate and Honey is another great custard. Also, Not Your Mother's recently came out with a custard that has surprising hold. They label it as a level 4 hold on the jar - stronger than their level 3 gel and I agree.
Great video! Your videos are so thorough. I really appreciate all your hard work!
I've been using the Ouidad Extra Hold gel for only a short while, but I love it. I live in South Florida, where we are currently experiencing an unusually hot and humid summer, and this gel works in this climate. I do use Ouidad Leave In Conditioner first, as the combination gives me a softer effect, but I am very pleased with these products.
Thank you so much for your always excellent and informative videos! They've been a great help. Sometimes strangers tell me they love my hair, which is nice to hear.
So glad to hear!
Exactly what I needed right now planning a trip to a different climate. Thank you.
I am a big fan of the UFD Curl Magic. I have low to medium porosity wavy hair. It works better for me when I am a bit heavy handed with it. Sometimes in the really humid weather I will layer a harder holding gel on top of it.
Hey Gena. I have low porosity, low density, fine hair. I limit the amount of protein in my hair because it just dries it out. I live in Colorado as well which is dry. I have a shampoo and a deep conditioner that has protein and I use the Ouidad gel you mentioned once in a while. I definitely need protein sometimes but can’t use it all the time. Can you do a video that shows someone like me how often to use protein products and what products (cleansing products vs leave-ins) would be best and when. Thank you. ❤
Love your channel..new curly girl. Short bob...I love uncle funky but can you also recommend a hairspray to pair with it for extra hold and volume. My shorter bangs need some better control.
Thanks for sharing, I was wondering if you tried The Doux hair mousse. It has hold and moisture in one product. It’s one of my favorite mousses. It actually holds up in humidity . Love your videos, very informative
Thank you for this, I was thinking of trying tootilab as I’ve used ouidad for years but I’ll stick with it unless the price comes down in the Uk
Innersense I create curl Memory. Great vlogs! Cheers 🎉
Tgin and Design Essentials and Ouidad I absolutely love! Thank you! ❤
My strongest hold gel by far is Giovanni La hold styling gel strong hold…I haven’t used that too much as a one and done but I am sure it can be done. But I have used some leave ins that also have hold so to add that with a strong gel is my best bet.
I loved the way my hair looked using that gel but it always left my hair feeling like straw by day 2
Love your videos! Would you use the ag liquid effect on its own or you would combine a cream product? ❤
You can use it on its own which is why I featured it in this video! I also sometimes pair it with their Recoil cream or Fresh Definer if I want more moisture
I definitely do love Tootilab! ❤
LUS’ all in one is my fav one & done! it doesn’t give too much hold but it’s given me some really good results before!!! which one of these would u rec for fine low porosity hair but live in the miserable southern humidity? 😭
Thank you Gena!
I am curious why you don’t typically recommend Innersense products? I really like them but it can be confusing to know which products are best for different hair types. I am sure your expertise would be super helpful!
I like their products! I just haven’t found a perfect gel from them yet. I like the I Create Hold and the I Create Curl Memory but it doesn’t contain humidity blocking ingredients so I can’t use them year round where I live.
Can u do a tutorial of tootilab
My one n done aqua gel from CS and Ouidad. I tried the others hate it! Need to tried the mousse of Umberto love the Jelly.
Gena. How do you feel about Wen hair care? I used to use Wen and switched to Ouidad but bought a bottle of 613 and used it this week. Definitely different then what I’m used too. I’m so bad at making my curls look pretty no matter how hard I try!!!
I’ve been using Wen for about 13-14 years. Started my curl journey last November. I do use a clarifying once a month just to reset from curly products I use. I also still use their smoothing oil and finishing cream. Wen still works for me 😊
@@lucybenson7583thank you Lucy. My hair has changed now that I have gotten older!! What are you using for a cleanser or shampoo and conditioner?? I have not mastered the way Gina does it. My hair still has its own agenda haha
@@lizflores6784 I just use the when cleanser. I have fine hair so I don’t use a leave in conditioner, I feel it weighs my hair down. I’m in Arizona, this is my first summer wearing my hair curly. Right now I’m using Treluxe. I bought the bundle on their website that includes a curl primer, styling serum and hi def curling gel. I really like the not your mothers line but I have tried other and still go back to the NYM line. Treluxe is working for me right now. I love the Wen finishing crème and smoothing oil for days after I wash my hair, I only wash once a week. I do have some frizz this summer but it’s not a deal breaker that will make me go back to blowing out my hair, for me wearing curls is still easier 😊
What are your thoughts on Moroccan oil products. I'm allergic to everything but that product and I'm tired of using myself as a guinea pig. Lol
Gena, are you using a heat protectant with these before applying? Or do they have heat protectant in them?
I often use a heat protectant but some have them built in
have you reviewed the Twist line. I found it at the dollar store and it's kind of amazing. I would love for you to review the ingredients. Thanks
Yep! I featured their stylers recently actually but it appears it’s been discontinued
¿So do or don’t use a leave-in conditioner under these products?
¿Are they moisturizing enough without leave-in conditioner?
Hi. Loveyour watchband. Where did you get it please.
Thanks! Amazon: amzn.to/3WdAeKO
@@GenaMarie Really like your hair videos too!! Bands going to cost me double to get to Oz but worth it! Thanks
No disrespect, but you seem to have a few grays, do you color your hair? I used to color but the strong grays always came through anyway…
How do you feel about Jessicurl spiralicious gel for a one and done. I tried it with leave in yesterday and my hair just wouldn’t dry so now I’m wondering if I should try it on it’s own
I really like that gel but I find it a bit drying when used by itself so I didn’t include it
Harry's Sculpting Gel!
I need to try this one!
@@GenaMarieIt's very thick, so I wet my hands before squeezing a bit into my palm.
The curlsmith restoring gel provides absolutely ZERO hold for my curls I have to top it with a strong hold gel.
What about cantu curl activitor?
It doesn’t have hold since it’s a curl cream so I don’t consider it a one and done 😕
@@GenaMarie yeah right i forgot about the hold part