Product Reviews Rated 3.2 out of 5 stars
15 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Great alternate for ecostyler I've struggled finding a good alternative to ecostyler that I can buy in store (as ecostyler had given me atopic dermatitis around the hairline)... this gel does the job! Doesn't flake but holds curly styles WELL. Doesn't irritate my scalp or hairline. Have not tried this gel with an updo - but makes my wash and go look great. Gives a hard hold for my edges but still does not make my curls hard and crunchy.
A little goes a long way, so over application is likely the reason for the flakes mentioned in other reviews - only need a little (even for thick curly African American hair)!
Most Helpful Critical Review Made My Hair Flakey I bought this product because I wanted to try a new styling gel. So first i tried laying my edges down and in less than an hour my edges were loose!! did not hold at all. I styled my hair in a high bun and put gel all over and once it dried my hair became flakey so throughout my day i had dry residue falling on my shirt. I did not add any other products to my hair, this might work for some but for my hair it did not . So needless to say I'll be sticking to my Eco professional styling gel which holds my edges down for over 8hrs.
Reviewed by 15 customers Flakes 1
Zoo from Houston
I returned this product because it left fakes on my hair. I loved the smell and how strong it is but the flakes appear and it's just disappointing.
The orginal is better 2
BB from Nashville
Backstory:
I have mostly 4c hair with 2 other textures and I first tried the gel in the black top (assuming that its the orginal) and it definitely did great defining my curls with a wash and go but after day two, I noticed little white flakes in my hair so I decided to stop using it after full use. (had to get my money's worth)
So I began to explore other brands of styling but none of them gave definition and shine like this gel.
So eventually I gave this another shot and I noticed that Ulta had a different version of it so I decided to test this one out but this one was actually worse. It made my hair extremely flaky the next day and completely dry and itchy so I had to return it.
P.S. I also mixed with the brand leave in conditioner as well and try it without conditioner with the styling gel.
Works surprisingly well 4
Ashley from Portsmouth, NH
I have 2b wavy fine hair. Many gels feel heavy. I tried this one and was surprised at the difference . My hair was bouncy and looked great! Second day air I re-wet it and added just a touch more and it still worked great. My hair did feel gross by day 3 and I needed to wash it. Usually I wash my hair every 5 days. I also have dyed green hair. I do like the product but I won't use it everyday.
amazing 5
car from ty6
use after I put in my styler. holds my curls together perfectly with no frizz
Great alternate for ecostyler 5
A from CO
I've struggled finding a good alternative to ecostyler that I can buy in store (as ecostyler had given me atopic dermatitis around the hairline)... this gel does the job! Doesn't flake but holds curly styles WELL. Doesn't irritate my scalp or hairline. Have not tried this gel with an updo - but makes my wash and go look great. Gives a hard hold for my edges but still does not make my curls hard and crunchy.
A little goes a long way, so over application is likely the reason for the flakes mentioned in other reviews - only need a little (even for thick curly African American hair)!
Only Gel that makes my wash and go last & pop 5
Ryan the Beauty Junkie from Eureka
On soaking wet hair, I'll spray a lightweight leave-in and smooth an oil on before a curl definition cream & this gel. This gel leaves my curl pattern defined and seals in the moisture, and can be refreshed as needed for a few days of beautifully defined curls!
Made My Hair Flakey 1
Kiki from Peoria,AZ
I bought this product because I wanted to try a new styling gel. So first i tried laying my edges down and in less than an hour my edges were loose!! did not hold at all. I styled my hair in a high bun and put gel all over and once it dried my hair became flakey so throughout my day i had dry residue falling on my shirt. I did not add any other products to my hair, this might work for some but for my hair it did not . So needless to say I'll be sticking to my Eco professional styling gel which holds my edges down for over 8hrs.
Awesome 5
Ema from Arizona
Ok so no gel has ever really worked for me like how this one did. I have very fine and limp curls that hold no volume but once I used this it literally gave me the volume of my dreams and defined my curls beautifully! I make sure to mix a little bit with water and apply directly to soaking wet hair and I haven't had any flakes!
Bye Bye Eco Styler! 5
Curly Q Emma Boo from Scottsdale, AZ
I just cut my hair, and this product worked wonders! I was slightly apprehensive to try a gel that was more like a jelly, but the hold is amazing with the softness everyone loves. People have been looking at my hair like they want to eat it, and it is all thanks to this gel!
Flakes... 1
Kay22 from Louisiana
It was a flakey dry mess.
My head was basically a snow ball 2
N from New York, New York
The definition this gel gives to your curls is amazing BUT it flakes soooo much. I tried it several times with different methods and products and it still flakes like crazy. Breaks my heart because it would be perfect otherwise and for the price it hurts even more.
No no no 1
Jacks from Laurel, Md
I love the texture and how it lays my hair but when it's all said and done. It's flakes leaves white residue all over your edges, and it clogs your hair with little white balls and pieces. Mad I spent this much money on this product just for it to flake.
Very Drying 1
Angie from OK
Was given this as a gift from a friend who loves this line. Tried to love it or even like it for over a month. The whole line dried out my hair making it feel like straw. It's been 3 weeks since I quit using it and my hair is just now recovering. If your hair needs lots of hydration like mine, don't waste your money or your time trying to make this work.
Curls Pop 5
1ChosenStar from Springfield, MA
Love it. It leaves my hair just a bit dry, but other than that, it does make your curls & any hair style pop. I still use all the time.
The Best 5
1ChosenStar from Springfield, MA
I am so in love with this hair treatment. I highly recommend it. The Mane Choice Hair Products, for me is THE BEST.
