WASH N' GO ft. UFD Curly Magic // Battle of the "Formulas" // NEW, OLD or the SAME? // NaturalRaeRae

What's Up Sun Raes! Finally revisiting the Uncle Funky's Daughter Curly Magic. As you know, there has been some controversy over whether or not UFD changed the formula of their Curly Magic Curl Stimulator -- well, I am here to try both formulas and see if I notice any major differences between the two. I hope you enjoy this long and thorough video.
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[@Bfoxy4life]

So here is the tea. Tonya Reed is the original owner of uncle funkys. She had her shop here in houston texas in rice village across from where MAC and Sephora are. She went through a messy divorce. He was ring to run her pockets. Flash forward to this new owner who I am guessing in order to remain profitable changes the ingredients on their most popular product the same way alikay naturals did when she launched in target. He lemongrass spray leave in went from having btms and silk amino acids higher up to having silk amino acids be one of the last ingredients and replacing the btms with stearlkonium chloride which is cheap and can be found in sauve conditioners (correct me if im wrong on the btms but i know an ingredient change when I see one). I cant stand a lyin heffa who tries to say glycerin and wheat protein have always been in there but they just werent listed. No heffa you wanna be in target and make money. Well raise the price heffa. Long time followers will pay a little extra for the best ingredients to remain the same. Thank you for the comparison. I no longer buy from ufd

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for the back story.

[@denyshadials5702]

Yep, at this point I refuse to buy deep conditioners without btms.

[@stop08it]

I'm so sad to hear about their divorce, they were a beautiful family. I hope she and her children are doing okay now.

[@diamondsandlipgloss]

welp

[@rochellewilliams5632]

Thanks for sharing this. I experienced the difference this week. I finished up an old bottle and had a new bottle - same label but I never got frizzy wooly hair in the summer heat. This week my hair was wooly and so frizzy I was shook… no more UFD for me!

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Glad I could help. Thank for watching.

[@nyishaj123]

Most botanicals gels are formulated to be applied to soaking wet hair without a leave-in because they do not contain stronger holding agents that can adhere to a leave-in unless formulated to do that. UFD has always been formulated to adhere to soaking wet hair only, even before they were acquired. You are free to check out AshkinsCurls ancient review of this gel before they were acquired. A Botanical Gel has multiple purposes. They encapsulate the curl to provide hold. They contain humectants that ensure that the hair is able to receive moisture (water) from the atmosphere to keep the hair moisturized (water) throughout the week. They aid in detangling and are water loving. UFD still performs as intended as long as it is used as intended based on how it formulated. The hair is made up of protein. It can not be sensitive to itself. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is not a protein treatment. It's meant to maintain the structure of the hair hair. I personally don't believe in glycerin sensitivity anymore because that person would need to eliminate all possible contributing factors. Glycerin's job is to attract moisture from the atmosphere. Getting frizz from using glycerine isn't a sensitivity because it's doing it's job. However, I do believe in poorly formulated products that contain glycerin. UFD isn't one of them. The only thing I noticed is that it is thicker and has more slip due to more marshmallow root. It's definitely more concentrated and can easily become sticky if overused or paired with the wrong product. At the end of the day, the only person that knows what the original formula is the hairstylist that created it.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@jocelyngivens220]

What's the climate where you are?When glycerin is in the first five ingredients in my humid GA climate, those products definitely perform differently.

[@nyishaj123]

@@jocelyngivens220 I live in Chicago. This summer the humidity was between 70% to 88% and we had a lot of 85 to 98 degree weather. It was oppressively hot and humid this summer. All of my gels I used this summer have glycerin in the top five ingredients list and all of my sets held up 7 days. This is the first summer since I've been natural that this has happened (UFD was my go to gel for the past 7yrs). I've been natural for 11yrs. I was also a huge glycerin sensitive supporter up until last year. Now all of my products that I use weekly have glycerin and I use them all year around. We need to ask ourselves tough questions and we need to be honest with our answers. Did you ever use the gel as intended? Did you use it on shampooed hair? How often to you clean your hair? What is your hair routine? How often do you protective style? Do you have hard water? Did you remove the hard water? How much water did you used? Was the hair thoroughly saturated with the gel? How hydrated is your hair? Which product(s) did you pair it with? Do you have an active lifestyle? Did any hormonal changes happen in the last 3 years? How are you managing your stress? Do you have any health issues? Did you have surgery? Did you have any of the CV-19 variants? Did you color your hair? What was the condition of your hair when you colored it? Did you get the color professionally done? Do you use Henna? What are your expectations for your hair during humidity? How are you managing those expectations? Are you setting the hair to a 100% with indirect heat? A lot of naturals in the past year have migrated to a more simplified routine and fundamental based haircare regimen. What I have noticed is that everyone has had a decrease in frizz and increase in definition. In addition, they have more longevity. All of them, with the exception of those with allergies are using UFD and products that contain glycerin in the top five ingredients. Obviously, glycerin isn't the problem.

[@jocelyngivens220]

@@nyishaj123 We'll just have to put this up to "everyone's hair is different." I'm definitely a simple girl and don't get into all the latest crazes and doing all that extra to my hair - too many steps, and I don't have time for that. Glycerin is in most of my products, and I never paid it attention until a month or so ago when I watched a video that mentioned not using glycerin heavy (not free, just heavy) products for a better hold. I tried it, and it worked for me. 🤷🏽‍♀️ It could be I just needed a balance, who knows.

[@nyishaj123]

@@jocelyngivens220 I knew you would make that statement "everyone's hair is different." I don't play guessing games. I listen to professionals that have thousands of receipts and that can provide concrete answers. The question I added to my comment are questions that reliable, certified, trustworthy curl specialists ask every natural because they like to have a clear understanding of your lifestyle and your haircare practices in order to diagnose and provide optimal solutions for your hair. They also teach techniques which is the most important skill to have in a haircare regime. You said, "It could be I just needed a balance, who knows." You made a decision to remove almost all glycerine products that are in the top five ingredients from your hair diet without any concrete explanation. No additional question we're asked. I'm not saying that all glycerin based products are amazing because they are not. 99% of products in general that purposely market to our community are poorly formulated. This a sad and real truth. UFD is not one of them. Now, I think we need to be honest. If you decide to wear your hair curly; you signed up for frizz. I accept that. However, I don't accept doing a wash n go and as soon as I step outside my door and it turned into an afro. I did not create an afro. That was 10 yrs me. Today I accept functional frizz because my frizz has decreased significantly. How I set my hair is what it will be for 7 day. Glycerin is not your enemy. Poorly formulated products, improper technique, not understanding products are tools, not being educated on fundamentals of hair and not factoring in lifestyle are your enemy. At the end of the day, it is not my place to convince you of what you believe to be true. I don't like giving blanket response. I'm just stating facts.

[@MaiaBrown]

Wow this wash and go is sooooo beautiful!!! I love your hair.😍😍 Also this is my favorite gel!

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Do you top it with a harder gel? If so, which one?

[@MaiaBrown]

@@NaturalRaeRae No ma’am! I use a curl cream or leave in with a viscous texture then put this gel on top. My go to is the Living Proof Curl enhancer and then uncle funky on top! 😍😍

[@d.roberson7658]

I’ve been waiting for someone to do a comparison video. Both sides looked the same in the end but while wet the right did seem a bit fluffier than the left. I try to stay away from glycerin due to this Georgia heat and humidity so I’m going to try to find the old formula. Thanks for doing the comparison!

[@NaturalRaeRae]

You're welcome. I think if you top it with a harder holding gel, it should hold up in the humidity, but I don't live in GA so I'm guessing. Thanks for tuning in.

[@uberhaute_naturalz84]

Go and watch a video made by Afrikanhairgod as regards glycerin and humidity where he debunked that myth. If you are so concerned, just use a heavy-duty gel on top of the UFD to block the humidity.

[@adventuresinmarriagewithja3832]

I live in Georgia. I top the UFD with Ecoslay’s Jello-shot.

[@leoskiss3390]

I live in the 100% dry desert climate and I always liked UFD, then when I bought the new formula my hair hated it! It’s not a big deal for those who are located in areas where it’s not too dry or too humid. For me living in Las Vegas I can definitely tell the difference also they added protein to it.

[@sherlyr.]

Same here. I didn't know about formula change. I just noticed that my hair didn't like the product anymore for whatever reason.

[@patia58]

Hi, what gel do you use and would you recommend for replacement please ? I struggle to find a gel i can use in dry or humid climate. thanks

[@leoskiss3390]

@@patia58 I like the Innersense I Create Hold, The Doux Mousse Def, also I have discovered the Jane Carter Curls to go leave in as it acts like a humectant, I use the Curls to go while in the shower it helps my hair to hold onto water, then I seal it in with a gel or mousse. I have been getting 4-5 days of moisture then I refresh and wash on day 7

[@247gwyn]

You definitely identified the sound difference. I’m not sure if the glycerin side appeared bigger because there is more hair on that side due to the parting but it looked bigger.Beautiful results. I hate how these companies change ingredients. It’s like they say you like our product wait while we change it.😅 The no glycerin side seemed to hang more after the second gel application. The glycerin will make it sticky and the wheat protein thickens. No significant difference in results. I never used UFD but I came across your video and I thought it was interesting.New subbie

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for stopping by and subbing.

[@cjazzyree06]

I’ve been using it for almost 3 years, I haven’t noticed any difference and I just opened a new bottle from the website, my hair looks and feels the same as usual.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Great to hear!

[@rochelleflores1972]

Thank you for the comparison. I never knew that there was two different formulas. I checked mine, it’s the newer formula. My curls love it! It pairs really well with the As I am leave in conditioner.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

You are so welcome! Yes, I use the As I Am leave in under it, as well. Thanks for tuning in.

[@felicia_716]

Curly magic is my staple. I happened to buy 2 liters when they were having a sale and before the ingredients debacle so I haven't try the new one yet. I'll be so sad if it different for me.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Good thing you stocked up.

[@CoilyCurly]

Thank you so much for sharing the Miche Curlbox link. I received my box on yesterday.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

You are so welcome! What goodies were in it?

[@CoilyCurly]

I received a beautiful packaged box with 1)Moisturizing Shanpoo 2)Moisturing Deep Conditioner 2))Protein-Moisture Balancing Deep Conditioner 3Hydrating & Twisting Butter and 3)Leave-In. Conditioning Styler. A great deal!

[@akelanoel4272]

YES! Thanks, again! That was definitely a steal!!! 🙏🏽

[@leoskiss3390]

Another thing is why would the labels be different if there was no actual change to the formula? It doesn’t make any sense…. So they are trying to say that UFD has always had glycerine and wheat protein? Ummmmmm ok 👍🏾

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Exactly. It's a mystery, but luckily both worked for me for the most part. I did notice it being a little less moisturized, but it looked okay.

[@pjjosephgiss]

I have bee struggling with UFD and it used to work for me - it was my HG gel! My hair hates wheat protein. I had no idea about the formula change. Thanks so much for the info!

[@NaturalRaeRae]

You are so welcome!

[@denniswithabow]

The bottle I have has protein in it. I can’t use it anymore because I suffered protein overload and was using this daily. I kept wondering why my hair kept feeling so hard.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Sorry it doesn't work for you anymore. Hopefully you'll find something that does and you'll love it. Thanks for tuning in.

[@cathleennelms2750]

I definitely agree. First time I purchased 2 and loved how it made my hair feel. Now, this updated brand I stopped using. It made my hair heavy and sticky. Waking up in the morning and taking off my bonnet, my hair was matted and gooey.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Oh wow! That's not good.

[@HealyMeans]

hi rae 🤗 the small/original side does look more defined. the large/wheat protein side has more volume. the good thing for both sides is *no* flakes. tfs

[@maximumpraise1]

I use this as my leave in with Wetline over it. The only time I used the original one was yearrrrrrs ago when I was comparing it to a heavy hold gel. So I didnt give it a chance to know what it could do. All I knew was that it didn't give me hard hair ☺ which was the thing way back then 😂. I wish I could try the original now that I know better... a decade later. Thanks for sharing.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I usually use this under a hard gel, as well. With that said, either formula would work for me since I am not protein or glycerin sensitive.

[@akelanoel4272]

I appreciate this video SO MUCH! 🙏🏽💜Glycerin in an absolute, unquestionable NO-GO for me when it comes to leave-in products! 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@akelanoel4272]

I was just about to re-up on the 32oz. from the website when I was stopped in my tracks like, “huh - what happened 🫤” after noticing the glycerin in the ingredients lost.🤣

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jessicamallory5387]

@@akelanoel4272 Wow, I ordered 3 salon sizes and glycerin isn't on my labels. I did notice my shipping started somewhere in the UAE.

[@starmaxx4]

I agree when your hair was wet I could tell a small difference the right side was fluffier than the left side! The left side had a little more definition.. Luv the end results Rae! 🥰💙

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thank you

[@specialkd5365]

Looks like the no glycerin side had less shrinkage, more define and didn't have that web or frizz look.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I'm thinking I like the no glycerin side better myself. Thanks for tuning in.

[@quelsplace5956]

I agree with what you said about your results, the original in the back does look more defined.

[@Bfoxy4life]

Your going to see the difference when you step outside if you have houston humidity

[@CC.H]

Hey Rae! 🌞 I like the way no glycerin side looked better...more defined which gave a little more shine. But other side didn't look bad a all. If I did wash n go's I'd wear either side 🤗 Thanks for this thorough review! 😍

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thank you. I would wear them both, as well. I just need to make sure that I have a good leave in under because my hair did feel a little dryer than normal. Thanks for tuning in.

[@andriagalloway7373]

Great video! The glycerin side of UFD before the wetline definitely looked a good bit frizzier. However, your final results comparing the two in appearance looked pretty much the same. Thanks for sharing!

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I agree. Thanks for watching.

[@godsprecious6884]

There is a difference. I can see what you’re talking about on canera

[@sherryberrydc7744]

I use to love the UFD gel. I have not ordered any in a while. I can tell a difference one side did look a little more frizzy. Both sides look the same once you added the wetline gel. Nice results. Thanks for doing this video. I don't think I will repurchase it again.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for watching.

[@stop08it]

I'm protein sensitive so the new formula definitely does not act the same in my hair, it doesn't make my hair as moisturized or smooth. In fact, the opposite happens. I have to find an alternative now and I already have so few products I can use after 10 years of being natural because of protein sensitivity. it's so exhausting how companies always do this. I'm glad there's no difference for you though.

[@shaterriaturner7254]

They work the same to me. No difference whatsoever. And it’s super moisturized with both.

[@quelsplace5956]

Final results - I can see the difference the original is more defined. The other side doesn't look bad but there is a slight difference.

[@quelsplace5956]

You look fine! You are a natural beauty so you don't need makeup anyway 😉

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Oh thank you!

[@ShirleyAnn]

I haven’t tried uncle funky daughters product as of yet maybe that’ll be on my wish list

[@ossier2796]

I’ve used both and I haven’t noticed any difference in my hair. I also did a comparison. I don’t use a leave-in with mine.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for sharing.

[@leoskiss3390]

*update I just tried this New formula and yep it’s a no go for me, the addition of the glycerine just makes this a goopy mess for my hair and I added a ton of water and it still doesn’t work as well as the original, I might try it as a “leave in” underneath a mousse

[@loisclark3787]

Your hair looks amazing 👏

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thank you!!

[@quelsplace5956]

I can tell the original is laying flatter also which appears as less frizz (not that you had a ton of frizz)

[@Latriise]

The glycerin side seems a bit more dull and less juicy. But neither side looks bad.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks

[@francinemaultsby8530]

I like the side without the glycerin n wheat protein because it hve more shine

[@antoinettefreeman3951]

Your hair came out great on both sides.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thank you!!

[@antoinettefreeman3951]

@@NaturalRaeRae Your welcome.

[@francinemaultsby8530]

I like the side without glycerin it more shiny the one with wheat protein looks more dual to me but it came out nice still 😍

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for watching.

[@shelbymcdandan4431]

They look the same 🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️ pretty 💓

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks

[@crystaljackson240]

Ive learned, There is a learning curve to this product. Water is the key to this product. It has to be super wet. And emulsifying helps with the sticky feel.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I know that. I've used this gel multiple times in prior videos.

[@crystaljackson240]

Thanks for responding

[@crystaljackson240]

Question? How can the products be compared if they are not used exactly how the instructions say use it? It doesn't say to apply a topper gel, just curious?

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I compared the gels first by ingredients, sight, feel, glide, stickiness, etc. before ever putting a topper gel on. Once I put the topper on, I compared the look and feel, definition, etc. After my hair dried, I compared the moisture, curl definition, longevity, etc. So I covered all bases. I have used this gel in the shower as well, in previous videos, so I even did it as the instructions say. So, in short, this video gives my thoughts on the two versions and they are very similar. The only thing that is different is the side with glycerin is a little more frizzy, but I don't mind frizz so I will probably still use the gel. Thanks for the question.

[@crystaljackson240]

Thanks for responding

[@naturalcurls4life576]

I can see the difference with your wet hair. Once dried and styled, like you said, you can’t tell.

[@lynnellscott9079]

UFD has had 4 changes to Curly Magic's ingredients since 2014.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Wow, I didn't know that.

[@lynnellscott9079]

@@NaturalRaeRae Look for old blogs or threads from that time and some will compare the original ingredient list to the second. The second, would later be revised to be closer to the first, due to customer disapproval of the change. This would be the third ingredient list before this fourth final change.

[@ShirleyAnn]

I feel like the left side look a little more defined and shiny

[@1GoldenBreeze]

I can't see a difference in your WnG. Both sides look great to me.💜 I've done the same experiment on my own hair with the exceptions of doing shower application, not using a leave-in, and not applying a topper gel. They did feel a little different in my hands, but the final look was the same on both sides of my hair and I didn't experience any increased frizziness.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@PandoricaLost]

I didn't see any difference tbh, it came out great! I've used this for a few years now and never noticed a change at all.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thank you and I'm glad you haven't noticed a change and the product still works for you. I appreciate you watching.

[@ComeUnboxWithTheresa]

I stop using UFD because my hair felt different!

[@maximumpraise1]

So are you saying that you don't like the original side? You were touching the your left side disapproving. The right side (new formula) looked good especially in the front...still really defined.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I liked both sides in the end. I feel like the new formula wasn't quite as moisturized after some days, but I would use either formula. Thanks for tuning in.

[@KLT828]

I did a comparison between the two and the glycerin side was dry and crunchy after the first day. The one without glycerin was defined and was not crunchy afterwards. The old formula is no longer available so I have had to find an alternative. All gels with glycerin high up on the ingredient list just don’t work for me.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Sorry to hear that. I hope you find another gel that works for your hair. Thanks for tuning in.

[@KLT828]

@@NaturalRaeRae yeah I have found my perfect gel now thank goodness. Your curls always look great no matter what gel you use. Thanks for the comparison video

[@samiraj.192]

@@KLT828 I'd love to know: what is your new "perfect gel" ?? :)

[@KLT828]

@@samiraj.192 the mop top anti frizz gel. It has glycerin in it but not high up on the ingredient list , I do hope they keep It that way. It has a citrus smell also which smells clean. It has really been great for my coily curls. It has been the best gel that I have tried. I sometimes use it with the I create hold as a topper but even when I don’t it works well for my delicate strands. I was hesitate because of the price tag but if it works for me why not right😜

[@quelsplace5956]

I just went to Target to see if I could find couple of bottles with the old formula.... No success

[@Star-dj1kw]

Sometimes you can find the old formula at places that don’t sell high value of products like a Rite Aid Pharmacy or a CVS

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I know it's hard to find.

[@tmcurly]

I live in Australia it’s Nov 2022 I just found 5L of the original and stocked up!!

[@myrtlesmith624]

Looks the same to me .

[@felicia_716]

I didn't see a significant difference. It looked good all over! 😁

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks. Once I stretched it, both sides looked very similar.

[@ossier2796]

Your hair look is the same on both sides to me both wet and dry.

[@myrtlesmith624]

No difference .