Among hair gel’s many advantages is that it’s easy to apply. It takes some finesse, sure, but it’s not the same as say, juggling knives (which is best left to the professionals). Here are some tips for you: 1. AMOUNT OF GEL How much gel you use per application depends on your hair length and preferred hairstyle, for starters. a quarter-sized amount of gel is sufficient for shorter hair and You’ll need a slight bit more for longer hair. Perhaps the most important thing to remember about this step is that you don’t want to use too much gel . You won’t like how your hair looks with too much gel in it – a bit too greasy, for starters – and you run the risk of clumps forming, which is never a good look. Also, applying too much gel can clog the pores of your scalp. 2. PREPARE FOR GEL APPLICATION Once you’ve squeezed out the right amount of gel in your hair, rub it between the palms of your hands, until you’ve formed an even coating. This is an important ...