How to make a natural HAIR GEL

[@GreenBeauty]

After the flaxseeds and water soak for some time, the water will become thick and gel like. So, yes add everything into the herbal water.

[@esehairgrowthsecret]

Same as okra?

[@CoolCraftyCreations]

Very interesting, I saw another naturalista make her own flaxseed hair gel and again, I love DIYing, it just makes sense over being a PJ! lol However, I have 2 huge jars of Ecostyler Gel and have used it for years. However, with any gel, I always base my hair with coconut, and JBCO before applying the Ecostyler Gel. Thanks for this though, when I finish with the Ecostyler, I can clean out the jars and make my own flaxseed gel! Yay Me

[@NaptuRo90]

I’m not gonna lie it took me THREE 👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿 times to make this and I finally got it right and GIRL!!!! This stuff is AWESOME!!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@Aya33-xX]

I agree with you. More detailed information/instructions would be needed . Because this is awesome recipe.

[@SnuggleBunny.]

Wow! The application bottle is such a great idea! I'm doing this next time I make gel👍🏾

[@GreenBeauty]

You're welcome .... Concerning your length, I suggest you revisit every step of your regimen including how u handle your hair and what your eating. Rebuild your whole regimen with what you have learned for my videos and stick with it for 6 months. After six months see if you notice a change with your hair.

[@onjeinika]

According to the dictionary one can pronounce the word herb with or without the h. Everybody wins.

[@TemidayoAmay]

I like the way she pronounces it :)

[@Nickywigs]

Herbybody wins🥒

[@whatoncewas8480]

And why people tripping???! She can say herb however she wants….

[@keciadoleman6740]

These words are so small to see the recipe

[@barbarasmith3967]

Just want to make sure i didnt miss it... are u adding just the soaked seeds into the herbal water or the seeds and the water they soaked in? Thanks

[@sherribryant7934]

She commented a little earlier at the seats in the water they were soaking in

[@stephaniasantos4695]

I dont think it takes 7 years to grow waist length hair..that seems way too long

[@LifeFilmz]

It takes 4-5 yrs

[@liyah.]

Stephania Santos lol it takes me YEARS just to grow past shoulder length

[@Cieloazul85]

Stephania Santos that's what I thought too.

[@Cieloazul85]

Stephania Santos Yeah, I think she's talking about shrinkage. To see your hair actually falling down to your waist it does take that amount of time.

[@ashleycrystal9719]

kinda made me look hope for a second. my hair is approximately bra strap length and I was hoping for waist length hair by the next 2 years.

[@nataliaorosco6389]

What is the shelf life for your FSG?

[@lorkidjo]

Will these hair gels ever be for sale on your website?

[@LaurelsCurls]

Thanks for sharing. I had never heard about soaking the seeds overnight before boiling.

[@lynnetastic]

Anyone have some advice or input for me??: I'm thinking of making diy oat gel soon for my eczema-prone skin and scalp! I'm hesitant bc there's so much less info out there compared to flaxseed or even aloe vera gels. Still wanna go for it, since oats are dirt cheap. I'll maybe add some aloe leaf from my huge outdoor plant if I want it thicker. Never really used hair gels until I went fully natural, so its ALL pretty new to me! (My hair is high-po; fine strands; medium density; mostly 3c/4a with some 4b texture at my crown area)

[@Shortcake39553]

thank you for taking your time to come up with these great alternatives for styling our hair instead of using harsh store bought items. thank you again

[@alliphil1]

A wire mesh strainer works more easily for me for straining. Effortless. Just be sure to pour it into the strainer over a glass cup or bowl right off the stove - no cooling. Love this thick flax seed gel although I skip the herbal part and use just plain water. Stored in a canning mason jar in the refrigerator mine has lasted as long as 6 weeks. When it's cold I do I whisk in 1/3 cup Hawaiin Silky Dry Look Gel Activator to 1cup flaxseed gel as my hair likes glycerin. I get bounce and shine with that combo. Wash and go lasts 4-6 days. UPDATE: Using a large mouth funnel, I now pour the gel/Hawaiin Silky mixture into those plastic ketchup/mustard condiment bottles you can find at walmart for like one dollar. The condiment bottles work great for squeezing out the gel but make sure you get the ones with a larger spout since the gel is pretty thick.

[@lindamphande7878]

Kkkl Ll

[@GreenBeauty]

Try watching my leavin conditioner recipe video for my ingredients :-)

[@cnm1123]

Can you add more gelatin to the 2nd recipe for a stronger hold?

[@barbarasmith3967]

Just want to make sure i didnt miss it... are u adding just the soaked seeds into the herbal water or the seeds and the water they soaked in? Thanks

[@GreenBeauty]

You probably let it cool. The recipe gets thicker as it cools . Try straining it right out the fire

[@SunniDae333]

This is so smart omg

[@ayetemisan6054]

Green beauty always takes that extra step lol. Love your videos and how much work you put into it. But how long do both gels last in the refrigerator and on shelf?

[@bubblegumpop4431]

flaxseeds have protein too though. my hair always flakes from it because of protein overload. I want to try okra or aloe vera gel. I hear oat gel is good also

[@lynnetastic]

Bubble gum Pop I'm thinking of making diy oat gel soon for my eczema-prone skin and scalp! I'm hesitant bc there's so much less info out there compared to flaxseed or even aloe vera gels. Still wanna go for it, since oats are dirt cheap. I'll maybe add some aloe leaf from my huge outdoor plant if I want it thicker. Never really used hair gels until I went fully natural, so its ALL pretty new to me!

[@Naturallygreerblogspot]

Wow, I love your technique of straining your flaxseeds. This is way better than my mashing technique,lol, so I will definitely try this in the future.

[@alicejones7489]

Your flaxseed gel is the bomb for my very low porosity hair. Thank you!! Much love and respect!

[@HaTeRsjOkE400]

Actually growing your hair to a certain length depends on how good you take care of your hair and on your hair texture. Because I was able to grow my hair to waist length in 5 years from shoulder length.

[@victorysampson]

Jazzmyn Williams Everyone’s hair grows at a different pace depending on your background, but yes I do agree you have to take care of your hair.

[@Deklectic]

I think genetics plays the biggest role also.. I my self have type 4 hair but my hair grows about an inch a month were I have a caucasion friend whos hair takes alot longer to grow than mine so genetics is key as far as growth speed but a good regimine is key for lenth retention alot of us grow hair alot faster than we think its just hard for some people to retain that lenth especially afro textured hair.. Like i can shave my hair completely bald and with in 6-7 months itll be 6 inches again which was very annoying when I would keep my hair short because I use to spend sooo much money in that barber every other week getting it cut again.. Trust me fast hair growth can be a curse if you like to keep your hair short it aint nothing special.. 😔

[@leahjerry1622]

Can i use chia seeds instead?....and can i use other herbs apart from that?

[@GreenBeauty]

Yes, you can definitely be as creative as you want with natural DIY ingredients

[@christine1962ful]

Is the gelatin water-soluble?Will it easily wash out with water only? Not sure if it will cause build up. I know it sounds like a stupid question but I'm still asking. That's how you learn! If anyone knows please chime in. tia

[@IjeomaThePlantMama]

Ohhh I'm gonna make my herbal water with the bamboo tea I have!! Can't wait to try it this weekend!!

[@mochalatte233]

you inboxed her many times and she still continues to do it. That means she doesn't care about what you have to say.

[@fabbym4160]

Are those aromatherapy essential oils? Just wondering if there are special kinds of essential oil just for hair or can you just use aromatherapy essential oil that are used for massages and things like that?

[@natashan8656]

Fabby M ensure they can be used in hair. I use lavender oil or tea tree oil or peppermint as my main essential oils for hair

[@Alhsaint]

Hi there I love your videos! Question...I use a lot of curl defining creams (I'm about a 4 b/c type), I've made flax seed gel before but never for curl definition, can it be used for that as I'd like to step away from 'packaged products' for a while. Thanks for your reply.

[@belleame4671]

It don't matter how long you take to grow ur hair, grow it!! Your here for helpful tips not a length race...

[@GreenBeauty]

No I don't.... The best vitamins are in food. Vitamins are supplementary. This topic is big for me so I plan on covering it in a video soon

[@GreenBeauty]

Lol thank you so much :-*

[@fuyukazemi]

It's not wrong, you can say it either way. Just like the words "either, neither, potato, tomato, project, bagel, bacon" and many more. Depending on where you are from may determine how you speak and what accent you use. Still isn't wrong.

[@pinkysistamb]

Your home recipes for gel are the 1st I've seen that look harmless. Too many on youtube kept using refined sugar and rubbing alcohol, yeesh. I know your video says mixture is best when it's 1st made but how long does the remainder last?

[@coriebarnes8680]

WOW!! I'm glad I'm late to the game. I've never come across any of the videos that have sugar and alcohol as ingredients. Thank Goodness! But, I'm smart and know enough to rebuke that craziness and move on.

[@stephanie6180]

Hopefully, you still receive comments and questions on older videos. I started watching Greenbeauty a few days ago. Every video has been informative and inspiring. I'll be making flaxseed gel today. I was wondering if you've ever tried agar agar to make a gel and what are the differences.

[@esehairgrowthsecret]

Can I use okra in place of the flaxseed? Flaxseed just doesn't work for my hair

[@GreenBeauty]

Yes you can try okra

[@esehairgrowthsecret]

@@GreenBeauty ok, thank you

[@lenaedyse9634]

How long is the shelf life of your flax seed gel mixture in if I keep it in the fridge? And if I use it to make a leave-in conditioner, how long is the shelf life if I keep it in the fridge?

[@wmetoukam]

@greenbeauty! Where are you? It’s been forever. I hope you will be back soon and your products too!!❤

[@justinecarterwilliams9083]

I am a new subscriber and I love your channel. The porosity levels and testing was new to me. MY HAIR is very dry and easily breaks. MY HAIR is all natural, no chemical use for about 5 years. I took the strand test and my hair did not move; it sat on the top of the glass of filtered water. I don't know where to begin with buying products that will penatrate the hair shaft. I THINK I am over thinking this new information.

[@amiraaboelkhair164]

May ask what's the ph of the flaxseed gel? And can I use fenugreek seeds instead of chamomile? Also some people use the gel as a mask they apply it after shampooing their hair including scalp and then rinse it and style as usual, is it okay to do so?

[@mymiracle79]

I'm not sure what the ph of flaxseeds but fenugreek is very alkaline.

[@MsTemptation]

@@mymiracle79 , then why bother to reply if you don't know the answer to either of the questions?🤨

[@IzzyAndromeda]

This is so insightful! Are there any other herbs you can recommend for this?

[@thedivinehostess]

Your straining method is quite brilliant!

[@PeaceIGiveU]

What is the substance or cream in the bottom of the bowl when you are getting ready to squeeze the gel from the applicator bottle?

[@dpatterson2767]

Great video. What benefits does chamomile have with he flaxseed gel? I will be trying this DYI flaxseed gel this weekend. Trying to find a gel that works with my hair type and texture.

[@tsford69]

How long does the flaxseed gel last before it goes bad

[@LUVLYLDYPEACHEZS]

She said in her video ....6 weeks with refrigeration and 4weeks without

[@MysTaria87]

LUVLYLDYPEACHEZS you only have a little over a month to use all of it?

[@LUVLYLDYPEACHEZS]

True... I use it like EcoStyler. Goes fast.. Also I have had last longer then a month and still uses it. It's natural so I figured its OK.

[@kiascott788]

Have anyone ever used Xanthan gum gel?

[@MrsAllaysia]

INTJxx KS curl mix (check them out) uses them all the time they say it's a natural product that helps preserve shelf life

[@alejandrabustillo2595]

I live in very cold and humid north of Germany (days without rain are rare), would doing this flax seed gel WITHOUT glycerin help to fight frizz?

[@GreenBeauty]

Flax seed gel (with or without glycerin), in general, should be helpful for reducing frizz more so due to the weight it creates on your hair.

[@GreenBeauty]

The only way to truly know is to try it b/c everyone's hair responds differntly.

[@Leah_Tewari]

Excellent question! I live in Florida and glycerin is my enemy! 😂

[@GreenBeauty]

Its the flaxseed gel

[@LilyBlackPearl]

You do a very good job with all your videos, great quality and very informative. Thanks ! :)

[@sade6907]

What about using a sieve as opposed to the applicator bottle?

[@everythingnaturalhair865]

Can i use water as a base or any other herb like fenugreek?

[@GreenBeauty]

You can definitely fenugreek. The best thing about DIYs is that you can be as creative as you like

[@everythingnaturalhair865]

@@GreenBeauty thanks Greanbeauty. You are the best👍🏾❤️

[@esehairgrowthsecret]

Can I add a preservative to this and keep it outside the fridge?

[@GreenBeauty]

Thank you

[@elizabethsalamataamara6453]

So what else did you add to the flaxseed gel at the end?

[@Fulani_Gal78]

Love it! I wish you sold this! Because I'm tooo lazy lol

[@AnitaZulash]

Name of herb please

[@carinecampier]

Thank you for sharing your tips! If anyone is interested in other 🌱 vegan options (for a lighter gel without using gelatin), okra can be used in the same way as flax seed, sea moss and snow mushrooms can be cooked and blended as gel, also a lesser amount of flax seeds will produce a lighter gel. Love animals and protect your health: Go vegan 😉

[@esehairgrowthsecret]

Thank you so much, I'd already asked if I can use okra instead. It's my favorite

[@GreenBeauty]

Thanks :-)

[@antinicia]

Ive been using a strainer for years.... its less messy

[@choukotaro5602]

I'm definitely going to try the gelatin one. I was wondering what would cause flaxseed gel to dry out hair and make it crunchy? I've made 3 different batches of flaxseed (with different ingredients), and every time my hair ends up drier than it's ever been with anything else. It literally feels like straw, and I have to condition several times before my hair feels like it has any moisture in it? What would cause this? The ingredients I've used are the flaxseed gel, grape seed oil, castor oil, vitamin E oil, water infused with rosemary, and once I put a pinch of Epsom salt but because of the dryness I never did it again. I also made a batch of just flaxseed. All of them resulted in straw

[@christine1962ful]

on the water only washing method, the fsg strips the natural sebum. Maybe because there is a barrier between the hair cream and gel, since she uses the LOC method, does not dry out the hair???I don't know, just reaching out some type of reasoning. I used to use fsg and it would feel great...it sometimes made my hair feel a little dry but not all the time. I tried it with the MHM method but added marshmallow root; Rachel cpr's recipe

[@rosesnewbeginning3547]

Try the loc/ lco/lo or lc method before you style with the gel it gives a barrier and moistere and the gell locks it un even more. And then when its dry and formed a cast scrunche it with an oil on your hands to break the cast and oil any frizz or flyaways or 0refent flakinga. Goid luck

[@sk8ermommy0911]

What about chia seed gel? I read that it has 9 essential amino acids while flaxseed is rich in omega-3. Can I make a combination of the 2?

[@TheCRYSTALLURE]

sk8ermommy0911 I think you could be the chia seeds are way harder to drain when using the cloth method. I have t seen any other methods for the chia seeds except maybe the strainer method.

[@I.am.hooked]

Can I use oats gel as a substitute.

[@brina33007]

It took me four years to get it from ear length to waist. I cut it few times in those years too.

[@tlaloc-ll6dp]

How did u achieve this length?

[@sbrantley100]

You are my hair angle and a blessing :-)

[@karenthornton5477]

if I DO NOT HAVE GLYCERIN is there something else I can us?

[@zladatv]

*👍супер и привет от тренера по футболу!!*

[@mrmystique]

Why did you add glycerine ? What does it do ?

[@MsTemptation]

Pulls moisture out of the air to help maintain moisture in your hair. The drawback is that it does the opposite in humid conditions. In humid conditions it draws moisture from your hair.

[@Leah_Tewari]

Ms Temptation Is there a substitution for glycerin for those of us who live in climates with higher dew points (or high humidity)?

[@bri3449]

Housewives62 Just leave it out

[@shaniceaj]

I cannot wait to try this!

[@theempresss]

LMAO it took me two months to grow my hair past my shoulders and it takes me 6 months to grow it past my middle of my back. And now I'm on the journey of 1 year I'm sure it'll grow to my tail. I would die if it took me 3 years to grow my hair. I chop it in a Bob annually! That's how fast it grows.

[@joananthropo4619]

Please NARRATE all the steps illustrated in your videos and ALL the ingredients being used.

[@Angela-Renae]

Why is it better to use FSG right after you make it when its warm?....

[@yaayaa95]

If you have ever over processed your hair and it got really smushy and soft and fell out easily then you've experienced an inadequacy of protein (do to the relaxer breaking down the proteins in your hair) If you are natural then the only thing that does this breaking down is time, stress (combing/brushing), or artificially dying the hair. If your hair feels strong, but not dry then the protein content in your hair is optimal. If your hair ever starts to get that mushy softness like with a--

[@36049ful]

Hello, I have seen one of your videos a while back and huni i thought i had subscribed to your page but after that day i didnt see ANY videos i was pissed lol lol lol UNTIL TODAY 10-9-13 i see you have uploaded a video........ I was so happy to see your face. I did subscribe after all. Like all other subs say you are my hair angel and a blessing to me.Its alot of youtubers i like but they arent as easy quick i wana say to getting to the point.YOU ARE so thanks soooo much God bless u.

[@yaayaa95]

relaxer then you might be over moisturizing. Just spend a lot of time examining the feel and luster of your hair. Note the texture, feel, and shine when it's doing really well, as well as when it won't cooperate or is acting sort of wacked. Good luck!

[@deede1]

what about gar gum

[@MsBajanEmpress]

And more thing, how long does these two recipes last? I've seen people use crushed Vitamin C tablets or tea tree oil to preserve the gel...is this necessary?

[@rachray83]

The flaxeed didn't give me any hold, nice shine but terribly itchy scalp

[@zalibabe7445]

I live in Ghana and I will want to know if it’s good to add glycerin to my recipe due to the hot weather conditions here. Thank you

[@MsMariYoshi]

Is there a reason that people add oils After the hell is strained. Why not add them to the pot and strain everything together?

[@naturalcurls4life576]

What can you add to flaxseed gel to get a stronger hold?

[@elizabethroblyn1392]

NaturalCurls4Life, if you still looking for an answer, you can strengthen the hold using marshmallow root. 👌

[@MrsAllaysia]

Elizabeth Roblyn what can I use in flaxseed gel for a thicker consistency like similar to the ones I see in stores

[@elizabethroblyn1392]

Allaysia Wilson, from my experience you can simply use more flaxseed and the longer it boil the thicker it gets. Soaking the seeds overnight before boiling is great.

[@MrsAllaysia]

Elizabeth Roblyn thank you 😊

[@MsQD]

GREAT IDEAS.. THANK U! I ESPECIALLY LIKE THE STRAINER FOR THE FLAX GEL.

[@Colanah]

Have you ever done a comparison between okra gel and flaxseed to see which worked better for natural hair? I've used okra gel in the past and while the slip was amazing, I wasn't sure about the healthy hair benefits.

[@chalseywilder937]

Colanah it has benefits for the body and hair

[@ShackzStewey]

Can the flaxseed gel used as a detangler as well?

[@missxvicious2898]

Shackz Stewey yes most definitely. I ran out of apple cider vinegar to detangle my hair. Made flaxseed gel due to knowing it had good slip. So I figured it’d useful to detangle. Flaxseed gel made finger detangling my hair super easy and quick. It has great slip. It is a great duo diy product.

[@archanasamson8361]

Any other option for herbs for tue Flax seed gel? I dont think i can find it in India...

[@dee.b.2210]

What brands you use for your whole flaxseed and chamomile do you use?

[@msbelle1471]

can you use any other herbs in order to make the herbal hot oil treatment for the flaxseed gel? I'm having trouble getting the horsetail and chamomile cost allot here?

[@MyBabyGirlCambrie]

When pouring the soaked flaxseeds in the herbal water; are we to include water the seeds were soaking in?

[@ririmimi7546]

you are the best, I don't know how often I made a flaxseed gel and threw it right after because I wasn't able to sieve it, now you made it possible thanks GreenBeauty

[@zalibabe7445]

Also, I have seen in other videos that gelatin is for protein treatment so won’t I have a protein overload if I should use the gelatin as a regular hair gel

[@truthersprotectingtruth490]

Some of us can't use gelatin because it is a pork by product.

[@tashekal543]

I'm so happy I came across your you tube channel, very detailed and informative Thank you so much!!!. I noticed you placed the finished flaxseed gel in the fridge, is supposed to be kept stored in the fridge or can it be kept at room temperature?

[@latoya2866]

Awesome technique. Thank you!

[@fighterz9934]

Can boys use it

[@GreenBeauty]

Any human with textured hair can use it :-)

[@WEG918]

I never heard that either. However I am going to try it just so I don't burn my hands any longer..

[@NeiceyNec]

I think I will try this again thanks to you! I'd like to add a natural preservative to the mix any suggestions?

[@robyn4119]

Thank you!

[@shanittabingham4274]

how do you make the herbal hot oil treatment? I would like to make some at home as well ^^

[@swillis9415]

I tried this recipe but was not able to get the gel to go through the stocking.

[@Mysweetreality_]

Would I be able to add the gelatin recipe to ur leave in recipe for more hold?

[@nolaoneil8814]

Thank you as always for the product knowledge. I feel this is helping natural women feel empowered to take better steps in caring for their hair....love to you...