WHAT’S THE RIGHT WAY TO APPLY HAIR GEL?

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 step in preventing clumps of product from showing up in your hair.

3. CLEAN YOUR HAIR

You’ll get better results if you apply your gel to freshly-washed hair. Make sure to use a quality shampoo. Any excess grease or dirt may make it more difficult to achieve your preferred style and leave your hair feeling a little too crunchy.

4. STYLING your hair

It’s your choice whether you work the hair gel into your preferred style by using your hands or a comb. Using your hands is particularly effective if you prefer a messier look, and if you have curly hair when you can use a scrunching motion.

While some hair professionals say it’s OK to comb the gel into to make sure you evenly distribute it, others say to brush and style your hair before putting in the gel. Some gels and even pomades are meant to be combed in the hair, but that’s not always the case.