Flaxseed gel is indeed amazing and it costs a fraction of what I’ve been paying for other twisting gels and creams.
Based on the amount of seeds I used, the batch I made costs me about .50 cents to make AND I had some left over.
I first heard about flaxseed gel through Naptural85 but when I saw her straining that concoction through pantyhose and using tongs to squeeze out the gel, I was turned off. In the words of Sweet Brown…
Well, after discovering I could use a strainer instead, I decided to give it whirl. The recipe is super simple:
For the record, if your want your mixture to be a little thicker, use less water or more seeds. Keep in mind this recipe makes a LOT — even for my hair. So you may want to half it if your hair is shorter.
I was able to store the remaining gel in the refrigerator and it did last for 3 weeks. Adding essential oils will help preserve the product.
You can watch me create the gel in the video below. (Email subscribers: Click here if you cannot view it.)
What I love most about this gel is that it doesn’t flake and it has great hold. I was able to leave my twists in for 2+ weeks and the twist out was very full.
I could also see using this for a wash and go because it defines curls so well.
Looks like I have a new twisting staple! Flaxseed gel + natural hair is definitely a winner!
For the record, if your want your mixture to be a little thicker, use less water or more seeds. Keep in mind this recipe makes a LOT — even for my hair. So you may want to half it if your hair is shorter.
I could also see using this for a wash and go because it defines curls so well.
Well, after discovering I could use a strainer instead, I decided to give it whirl. The recipe is super simple:
Looks like I have a new twisting staple! Flaxseed gel + natural hair is definitely a winner!
You can watch me create the gel in the video below. (Email subscribers: Click here if you cannot view it.)
Flaxseed is often considered as a superfood that is great for nutrition and beauty. Flaxseed gel benefits your natural hair because you get access to some of the amazing benefits of the plant. Flaxseeds are rich in Vitamin E, which increases circulation to the scalp and promotes hair growth. It is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids which helps a-lot with reducing dandruff and repairing hair loss. Lastly, flaxseed gel will help to nourish your scalp.
Being that I had some, I decided to try making homemade flaxseed gel once more, this time to retwist my locs. I made a small batch and did the first retwist on my locs with the gel. I ended up loving the results and have been using that product for most of my loc journey.
Flaxseed Gel is an all-natural jelly substance that emits from boiling flax seed. The jelly substance that forms, is strong and thick enough to act as a form of hair gel. The flaxseeds that are used to make the gel, comes from the flax plant, which offers many benefits.
In this article, I will be sharing with you my recipe and a guide on how to make flaxseed gel for locs.
When I was a loose natural, I used flaxseed gel only once or twice for my hair because I didn’t like the way it felt on my hands. However, I always had flaxseeds at home because I put it in my cereals and often baked goods.
DIY | Make PERFECT Flaxseed & Aloe Vera Gel For Twisting Locs
FAQ
What is Loc gel made of?
How to make DIY hair gel?
Homemade Hair Gel With Essential Oils Getting the texture right for a DIY gel is often difficult. This recipe gives you an exact proportion of ingredients like aloe vera juice, vitamin E oil, and water to make the perfect DIY hair gel. 7. Homemade Hair Styling Gel
How do you make a batch of hair gel?
Making a batch of hair gel takes just a few minutes with Yates’s simple recipe, though you will need to let it chill for a few hours before you use it. To minimize your efforts, make enough to last a couple of weeks. Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon of gelatin in warm water. Add more gelatin as needed to reach the desired hair gel consistency, and stir.
How do you make a Jojoba gel?
Step 1. Blend gelatin and water in a double boiler Step 2. Add aloe vera gel and coconut oil Step 3. Add the essential oil, and let it cool and turn into a gel Step 1. Melt beeswax and shea butter in a double boiler Step 2. Add jojoba oil and arrowroot powder Step 3. Add vitamin E oil and other essential oils Step 4.
How do you use hair gel?
Scoop a small amount with your fingertips and rub it between your hands to warm it first, and only then apply it to your hair. Work it through a little before using a comb or brush to even it out. Essentially, use this hair gel like you would any conventional hair styling gel. Remember that gel is a hair-styling product.