PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT | UFD Curl Stimulator + Glycerin | NaturalRaeRae

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Hey SunRaes! This video was not intended to bash UFD; it was for informational purposes only. I made this video because some people wanted to know of glycerin-free gels, not because I personally thought glycerin was bad. Please do not get in my comments and argue with one another as to whether or not glycerin is good or bad. It is up the the user as to whether or not they want to use glycerin. If glycerin works for you and you don't mind it being in a product, that's great. But if someone prefers not to use glycerin for whatever reason, that is their prerogative and they should be aware of whether or not the ingredient is in a product. Please be respectful of one another's opinions with regards to glycerin and their hair. Thank you! xoxo

[@leoskiss3390]

Thank you!!! I pay close attention to what I’m paying for, and it’s known that glycerine is used as a filler not only humectant, sure glycerine helps with slip and adding moisture but I’m not paying top dollar for a product loaded with glycerine….again as a consumer it’s MY decision on what ingredients I choose not to use whether they are harmful or not. It’s weird that people are acting like it’s not a big deal because what else have they changed without disclosing. Sorry if I don’t mean to come off as conspiracy theory I just appreciate transparency 😇😇😇

[@NaturalRaeRae]

@@leoskiss3390 understood. 😊

[@Brixsy]

Thank you for being honest as well. Glycerin can be made from all type of sources including SOY (I am allergic to soy but so far haven't had an allergic reaction to products containing glycerin). It's just sad to know I won't be using this in the future not just because my hair won't like it, but It's humid where I live and for glycerin being the very 1st ingredient, My hair won't last.

[@marlamorris2869]

Love your transparency and willingness to come back and tell us.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

For sure. I never want to knowingly give false information. Thanks for tuning in.

[@MeBeSomeone]

I’m going back to KCCC, I can’t deal with ingredient discrepancies and companies trying to change the formulas of their products on the low. I need consistency when it comes to my hair

[@BlenCouragesU2010]

I agree!

[@whateverLolitawantsLolitagets]

I've never tried UFD products. I don't even like the name. And since they have proven to not be integral, I read them right. Thanks for the information.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for watching

[@loveleiroots2264]

I called UFD and asked about the ingredients in my previous orders of the Curly Magic (no glycerin, no hydrolyzed wheat protein, etc) compared to my most recent orders of Curly Magic. A woman in sales stated "The ingredients have been the same since the beginning of time. We started updated our labels a few months ago to reflect it". So I said, "all these years, I've been using a product that was mislabeled?" Her reply - "We have updated the label". Suffice to say, I am returning the product and getting my money back. It is misleading, unethical, dangerous* and fraudulent to sell a product knowing full well "Since the beginning of time", that the ingredients are not what is listed on their bottles.

[@MissTaiesha]

I'm so perplexed by this entire situation. The site has the new formula listed yet the 32 oz salon size I received yesterday is the original formula.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

It's very weird that they would say the ingredients have been the same since forever, but the labels and website don't match. Why did the ingredient list ever change then, if the ingredients never did? I'm tired of trying to figure it out; makes no sense. Thanks for calling for yourself, though, and being able to back up my findings. Appreciate you watching.

[@loveleiroots2264]

@@NaturalRaeRae Exactly. Why change the label if the "ingredients have been the same since the beginning of time"? Other retailers who sell the Curly Magic still list the "previous" ingredients. It's fraud and they know it. That's why they didn't debate me and gave me a full refund.

[@minimalassembly7893]

@@loveleiroots2264 To be competitive with Kinky-Curly. That is why they did it. Around the time it came out, they were marketing it as a direct (more accessible) competitor of Kinky-Curly. Look and compare the ingredient labels (the abbreviated UFD label) and you will see what I mean.

[@tanbutterfly8282]

My hair does not like glycerin. So sad going back to KCCC

[@makalaconner5721]

Thank you for this video! I purchased UFD for the first time last week and recently used it for a wash n go. I was trying to switch out my wet line to a more natural gel so I bought it because it did not contain glycerin. I noticed that when I used the gel, my hair was sticky, took forever to dry and overall the results were not what I was expecting at all. I was puzzled because KKCC worked extremely well in my hair and I thought the ingredients in the two gels were similar, so I thought I applied UFD wrong or something. Thank you so much for this information, this was super helpful. The company has had ample time to change the label, how shameful. I am returning UFD immediately and going back to KKCC.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw. Sorry it didn't work for you, but I understand if you prefer not to use glycerin in your hair. Do what's best for your hair. Thanks for watching.

[@kjeneen79]

After using wetline you probably at a minimum should using a clarifying gel before switching to a botanical gel like UFD. Also for best results you would not apply UFD like you would wetline either. It should be smoothed into soaking wet hair adding more water as you go (best done in the shower). UFD LOVES warm water and it is a humectant gel that needs a lot of water for good distribution. Also if you air dry UFD you will have problems with it taking forever to dry and it being sticky. This also can happen if you don't use enough water, or too much product. But I know a lot of licensed tight curly specialists (they own salons) that use this gel as a base gel and they say most people don't apply it correctly and end up with the issues you mentioned. So sometimes the issue can be technique and not the product. Though I am still pissed at UFD.

[@ShirleyAnn]

I hope you didn’t take them that long to still be working on updating their website because it only take a few clicks to update a website😳

[@kearstenw3855]

Exactly!

[@Amanda-wx5ck]

I do not like UFD curly magic. I am not able to get long lasting wash and gos with that product consistently. I also have to watch the temperature in my bathroom when using that product because if there is any hint of coolness in the room, Curly Magic will cause my hair to tangle. I use Earthtones Curl Define Max Curl Enhancing Gelly. That is my holy grail gel. It has glycerin as the second ingredient, BUT it is formulated so well that I get popping long lasting curls consistently. I use Earthtones with another gel on top (like Innersense I Create Hold). Great video, Rae!

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thank you! I've never heard of Earthtones Curl Define Max Curl Gelly. I will need to look into that one. Thanks for mentioning it.

[@kjeneen79]

Cool or cold air can cause UFD to what I call "lock". It loves warm everything, for best results the water you use in dispersing it through your hair should be as warm as you can take. And I literally have started turning my AC off until I get under the dryer when I use it. I didn't always have to do that a few years ago, but the last year I have.

[@missmemssme]

@@kjeneen79 same experience for me. I style in my bathroom with the door still closed or UFDCM definitely locks up.

[@minimalassembly7893]

Thanks for the tip!

[@MyBabyGirlsCurls]

Yep! Glycerin, Jojoba Oil (4th ingredient) and Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein was on my second bottle of UFD from Target. When I noticed this, I immediately went to their website and didn't see a change. However I did use it on Saturday and it appears to have worked the same as my 1st bottle that doesn't include glycerin but I know I need to try it again to be certain. If they made the change that long ago it makes sense as someone commented on another video saying UFD told them the labels were just being "updated".

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Glad both worked the same for you. Hopefully that's the case for most people. Thanks for watching.

[@FallenGod9]

I have the same ingredient label. I was wondering who my hair was so hard. My hair doesn’t like protein. I don’t care where it is in the list; it makes my hair dry.

[@jusyauk8399]

I have both bottles at home, with glycerine on the label and without. only bought because I thought it was glycerine free. No wonder my hair was nearly soaking wet outside in Tampa & Miami. Will no longer be purchasing. I could spend $6 if I just wanted to slather glycerine on my hair.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Sorry, it doesn't work for you anymore. I haven't tried the new labeled bottle yet; I hope my hair still likes it. Thanks for sharing and for tuning in.

[@locosmith2005]

I guess this explains why I found the gel in TJMaxx

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Who knows??? Thanks for tuning in.

[@gwendolynsmith2001]

My daughter has a bottle she bought about 6 months ago I have been using and getting fabulous results and it doesn't list glycerin. I just bought a bottle and my hair is so frizzy after using the one I just bought. I looked at the ingredients in mines and compared it to hers and the one I have has glycerin and protein in it. The results are no way near similar. Wish I had checked the ingredients first before I bought it but I will be taking the one I just bought back to Target. We shouldn't have to keep checking ingredients before purchasing products we have gotten so used to. Shea Moisture did the same thing and had to switch from using them. Oh well, back to KCCC I go. At least they have been consistent.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yeah, I know it can be frustrating. At least you have another fave you can go to. Thanks for tuning in.

[@nikkinicole2079]

I just checked my RECENTLY purchased bottle of CURLY MAGIC (like purchased in the last 2mos recently) and IT DOES NOT LIST GLYCERIN!!! That's a shame they are not listing ALL the ingredients 😠

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I know! SHAME!!! And it makes content creators like myself, who want to put out correct information, feel bad about putting out false information. Anyway, I am just glad I was able to make a correction to the video. Thanks for watching.

[@lisafields5325]

Same!!

[@theTruthAlone]

They’re very sneaky aren’t they! 🤭 Also I’ve read that there is jojoba oil and some other undeclared ingredients in there too!

[@kjeneen79]

It is a completely different formula. There are ingredients on the old label that is not listed on the new. And yes they have added Jojoba oil, and wheat protein, and other ingredients along with glycerin. So what they are telling people about all of these things "always" being in the product but just not listed (mind you these added things are like the 3rd and 4th ingredient now) is either a straight up lie, or they have been lying for years on their labels. Either way they are lying. And the lack of transparency and integrity is very upsetting to me. Target is the only place I have seen the new formula with the new labels.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

@@kjeneen79 I haven't seen the new formula at all yet.

[@redwine641]

@@kjeneen79 Yes I say class action lawsuit, we may only get a $1.50 per person ,but sends a clear message that transparency key.

[@rachelm.3173]

Thank you for confirming and giving an update💯 This is highly unacceptable. It's the lack of integrity for me. UFD needs to address this issue. I will use up the bottle I have, but will definitely be on the search for another staple gel.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw

[@leoskiss3390]

I would recommend the Innersense I Create Hold or try the new Not your mother’s Curl talk Hard Hold Gel, I’ve tried them both and like them, the Innersense is a not as strong of a hold but that curl talk hard hold gel is a dupe for the Curlsmith In Shower Style Fixer

[@luzminfernandez6368]

Thanks for this info. Companies do this all the time once they have people hooked on their products. Changing formulas to reduce costs and increase profits while not always being transparent with consumers and it's annoying. I did buy a bottle of Curly Magic a couple weeks ago and almost fainted when I saw the second ingredient was glycerin but will keep it for when I wash my hair on dry and low dewpoint days since I got good results when it wasn't humid out.

[@Love_Lai_xo]

Appreciate the update and the transparency. 😉

[@ladygem]

Thank you for being diligent in tracking this down. This isn’t your responsibility but I really appreciate it. UFD dropped the ball here. I checked all of my 12 bottles (mostly bought from CVS) and my salon size bought directly from UFD and no listing of glycerin on any of the bottles. Now my hair loves the gel; but like you I don’t know for sure when glycerin was added and if any of my bottles have it or not. They need to come clean and clear all of this up.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw. I guess I'll use it until I get a different result. Too bad we don't know which bottles contain what. Thanks for watching.

[@leoskiss3390]

This explains it all! I first used Uncle Funkys in 2019 a 12oz bottle and I loved it, fast forward i purchased off the website a liter size and let me tell you…..I haven’t had 1 successful wash day using the liter size, and I couldn’t figure what I was doing wrong…….. this sucks i wouldn’t have bought from the website☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Sorry😟

[@leoskiss3390]

@@NaturalRaeRae just now seeing this notification, you don’t have be sorry Rae lol 😆, I was just thinking that I finally have figured out why I just can’t get a good wash n go with UFD and now it just makes since, it’s pretty much a new formula in my opinion because of the jojoba oil, wheat protein and glycerine…..

[@WATCHWOMAN65]

She definitely told you the wrong information, which is what they do. I purchased this product a few months ago from their website, and i went to target to get it. It had NO glycerin in it. So they did a Formula Change hoping no one would notice.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

This issue is the labels are wrong or at least not consistent on all bottles; therefore, people don't know whether the bottle they have have glycerin or not. It's just a big state of confusion. Thanks for tuning in.

[@WATCHWOMAN65]

@@NaturalRaeRae Yes it is.

[@amandamiller1414]

They absolutely changed the formula! I live in Maui and can't do glycerin or protein. I LOVED the old version and thought I was going crazy the last few months. My hair is also protein sensitive and became dry, frizzy and straighter....so upset! Want the glycerin protein free version

[@DeeDeeKarol]

The definitely changed the formula. I sent them an email regarding this, and they’ve not responded.

[@pondeck]

Wow, that is some tea! ☕ How is it even legal not to disclose any ingredient above 1% of the formulation? I've always side-eyed my bottle, bc even though I got good results & don't usually mind glycerin, something in there gave me allergies every time I tried to use it. Now I'm wondering what else they might be leaving off of their labels? Thanks for doing this detective work! 👀

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw

[@kjeneen79]

You are not the only one that has had an allergic reaction to UFD. Stylists I know have mentioned this often. These changes on the label have new ingredients listed in the top 2-3 ingredients. If that was the formulation the whole time that is indeed illegal, not to mention highly deceptive.

[@pondeck]

@@kjeneen79 Thank you so much for telling me that stylists have often noted others with allergies to this! I kept retrying it, at first thinking it was only a coincidence but then it happened every time & I had to stop using it even though I liked how it looked. I usually go out of my way to avoid any product that has 'fragrance' anywhere above the midpoint of the list bc I know brands don't have to disclose what's in their fragrance, but yes, these other ingredients at the top of the list in UFD gel - it has to be illegal if they've been in there without being listed, you're right! 💯👀

[@PrometheanFlame]

Thank you for your update. I never knew this. At least now I can understand why my hair reacts a certain way to it. I think my hair tolerates it better than the Camille Rose main gel. But it is a very gooey product

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw.

[@littlegiant101]

So why they went ahead and destroyed something good. my bottle has no glycerin in the ingredients, so when this is done might need to find a new staple cause my hair does not like glycerin. that's very deceptive they didn't mention it too.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

🤷🏽‍♀️

[@phylliscombs8819]

I just picked up ufd curly magic about a month ago and the ingredient list doesn't list glycerin on it

[@starmaxx4]

Thank you Rae for this video 🥰☀️

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw

[@tiffanydaneen]

Absolutely not your fault. They should definitely be held accountable. Especially since it’s been a lot of hair professionals recommending the product lately. I just recently got it bc of that.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Hopefully it works for you even with the glycerin. Thanks for watching.

[@evelynparhamreviews]

I've always thought there was glycerine in UGD. My hair never responded well to the gel, which led me to believe that I had an issue with Aloe-based products. I live in a humid area and I had my suspicions about it because my hair acted weird many times after using it. I recently gave away my UFD gel because every time I used it my hair just didn't do right. I believe that some companies don't list all of the ingredients because they want people to think it has a key ingredient in it that they know consumers will buy. Seven years and counting to change a label. 🤔 Thanks for confirming my suspicions and enjoy your day!!🤗

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Hi Evelyn! Thanks for watching.

[@MizzBFlye]

Not your fault!!! UFD was being deceptive because it costs more to make a purely botanical gel and the prices definitely didn’t decrease

[@leoskiss3390]

You have hit the nail on the head! People acting like it’s not a big deal is annoying because when a product costs is pretty high because of quality ingredients you can’t just water it down and still charge the same amount when it’s not costing as much to make the product…..

[@minimalassembly7893]

I don’t trust the Company at all. The ingredients definitely changed in 2014. Their customers were upset so they “changed it back” which sound ridiculous since it takes a while and wasted money to reformulate a product back so quickly. What they actually did was just change the label. They always used glycerin and wheat protein in the formula since 2014. Quite despicable. Particularly for those of us with wheat/gluten allergies who need to know that the product contains wheat protein. My hair is finicky with the UFD, with mostly positive styling results, however I noticed thinning and breakage overtime (ends of my hair looked fried and dried out) that I only ever experienced with Ecostyler gel (Wheat protein). I thought it was maybe the aloe Vera, but I did not have these issues with Kinky-Curly. This is not the way to win customers and run an honest business.

[@kearstenw3855]

Also if they were changing the ingredients in their products they should have sent out a PSA letting their customers know that. Very concerning...

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Maybe they did say something and some people just missed it...who knows. That's why the labels and website are important and need to be updated regularly. Thanks for tuning in.

[@lovelyl45]

Thank you so much for the research.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw

[@rachelk4914]

I noticed that a lot of the original OG staples like Camille rose, Alikay and As I am don’t have glycerin in their products. It seems like glycerin is added to a lot of products cheapening it, but that’s just my take on it. The only product I like with lots of glycerin is mixed chicks leave in. I definitely give the side eye when I see glycerin at the top of the ingredient list.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Hi Rachel! Unfortunately Camille Rose, Alikay and As I Am all have glycerin in some of their products. Again, nothing is wrong with glycerin in products, but people who are allergic, sensitive or merely don't want to use it, just needs to know. Thanks for your comment and for watching my channel.

[@rachelk4914]

@@NaturalRaeRae right! I was thinking about their original product collections. I have not used UFD. I have so many products in my stash I need to use up🤣

[@provide7]

I got chast as well. I brought 2 more bottles that didn't say it had glycerine in the ngredients. I notice it was a different when I used it in my hair. I am very disappointed, my hair is a dry mess with e tra frizz.. 2014? Last week I did my hair with the old formula and my hair was popping, I won't be buying anymore of there products. Ever. Unbelievable

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I understand your frustration. Thanks for sharing and for watching.

[@nicolestephen5468]

Not only have they added glycerin, but it's now listed as the second ingredient on the list. They've gone from being a "glycerin-free" product to one that's mostly glycerin. Deceptive!!

[@NaturalRaeRae]

shocking for sure.

[@ShowUpGTD]

And I don't understand why we Grill one product, but not others? It doesn't make sense. Lots of products have it and I don't hear a word about it. I'm so confused.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Lots of products do contain glycerin and I personally don't have a problem with glycerin. But because I do videos where I try to help people find products without glycerin, if asked, and I mention this one in a video that thousands of people watch and trust and then to find out that I gave out misinformation because the company was not forthcoming, I have a problem with that. It's all about transparency.

[@TrishtheNatural]

Wow 7 years??? I really hope it did not take them that long. All these years I had been planning to use it but never got around to it. Thanks for the info RaeRae.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw

[@kimc5321]

I am a new sub and this topic was perfect timing for me as I just I received my Curly Magic order in the mail from UFD’s website. This is the first time I’ve purchased off of their website, I am replacing a bottle that I recently finished that was purchased a local store. I checked the ingredients & yep glycerin is listed as the second one on my new bottle and differs from my store bought one. I am hoping this new bottle works because I love the definition and hold I get with the old bottle, my hair still looks great after working out 6 days a week at the gym! Thank you for the information, I really appreciate it💝

[@NaturalRaeRae]

You are so welcome and I hope your new bottle gives you the same bomb results you're used to. Thanks for subbing; I appreciate your support!

[@J_Summer69]

Thanks very much for looking into this and confirming on our behalf. I have a massive bottle to finish but I won't be re-purchasing from the company once done. I can't stand companies being deceitful about their ingredients - they should have changed their labelling the moment glycerin was added - what if someone had had an allergic reaction? Totally unacceptable.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

No problem. I want to make sure that the information I put out is as accurate as possible. Thanks for watching.

[@Brixsy]

Exactly. I learned this year that glycerin can be made from all sources including SOY which I am allergic to. Ingredients shouldn't be hidden from public on any item. I have the bottles that don't say glycerin but I haven't reached for it in a while.

[@leoskiss3390]

Annnnnnd I’ve been seeing UFD at Marshall’s and TJ Maxx so I know they are not selling as well as before the pandemic, but to change the formula and not change the label is just plain wrong…….I can’t trust them anymore, I am on a strict No Glycerine hair routine

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I hope you didn't have any adverse effects if you used the product.

[@leoskiss3390]

@@NaturalRaeRae it’s just so makes so sense to me now as to why they decided to add glycerine…. Botanical gels are expensive to make and if sales started going down, adding glycerine helps to cut costs, my only concern is them NOT changing the labels

[@79jensing]

Totally not your fault at all! It's really confusing what's been going on with this brand. It seems like this isn't the first time formulas have changed. I looked around online and seems like the original owners started the brand in 2009 and at some point they changed the formula of the curl stimulator and added glycerin. Then in 2014 a woman named Renee bought the company at which time she returned the curl stimulator back it's original formula (that didn't contain glycerin) and also brought back some discontinued products. This was awesome because consumers loved the original formulas and products. However, very recently (sometime late 2019 or early 2021) they've changed the formula of the curl stimulator and added glycerin again. As far as I know Renee is still the owner of the company though. I don't know if the company is trying to cut costs and changing the formula is better for their profit margin or if COVID is making it more difficult to source certain ingredients. Either way, it's a shame they've changed the formula... people aren't loving the new formula with glycerin at all. If you have a bottle without glycerin, that's the original formula that made the brand so popular. Which is gold! Anything you buy now is the new formula (unless a store happens to have some old stock which is unlikely).

[@NaturalRaeRae]

It is confusing. Thanks for sharing your findings.

[@leslielewis40]

The main thing that I love about UFD curly magic is that my hair stays moisturized and usually doesn’t leave a cast… even when I use wetline over it.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Same here.

[@DeeDeeKarol]

Yes it works for me

[@The1NYCgirl]

Thank you for making this video. It is disappointing to learn there's Glycerin in this product and they were aware of it but totally knew this product was extremely popular among the Glycerin-sensitive curlies and they said NOTHING! What is quite concerning as well, is the fact that if they added Glycerin to the product back in 2014, what type of business takes 7+ years just to update their product labels? I checked my bottles (I have a few liter bottles) and I don't see Glycerin in the ingredients but apparently the labels are totally suspect. The one thing I must say as far was how I use this gel, I don't use it or any other gel without a Leave-In and my leave-ins don't contain Glycerin (as far as I know) so that alone can have an impact how Glycerin may effect your hair. For me, I've noticed that I can get away with using gels with Glycerin, likely because of the non-Glycerin product(s) below it. AND I do find my results are a few notches better during the cool/cold months than in the hot/humid months. As I'm writing this, I am wearing a twistout I did using Natures Little Secret Banana Leave-in, Natures Little Secret Strawberry Styling Smoothie, sealed my twists with Melanin Hair Care Oil and finished with what.................UFD Curly Magic! I have to say my twistout is BOMB and I will use this combo again! But I'm still disappointed in UFD for improperly labeling their products. I'm very much interested of the concentration of Glycerin; where in the ingredients list the Glycerin will fall as if its beyond the first 5, I'm usually good.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw

[@theTruthAlone]

Glycerin is the 2nd ingredient

[@smith283]

Thank you for your due diligence. UFD needs to come out and say something. Just ridiculous on their part.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Yw

[@leslielewis40]

I know that around 2014 UFD kinda changed hands. If I remember correctly, Kinky Curly was established by a married couple and when they split, one of the spouses created UFD. The formulas are fairly similar…at least they were at that point. I haven’t actually compared them in a long time.

[@Steffmd25]

Hmmm…. Very interesting. UFD is one of my favorites. But for real for real…. They should be ASHAMED for not updating that ingredient list. 🙄😒😒😒😒

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Agreed. I want to try more of their products, too. Hopefully they'll get it updated soon. Thanks for watching.

[@kearstenw3855]

Absolutely 100% unacceptable! Wow I'm shocked.

[@monicaDD]

I thought something was off because my hair would get soaking wet if I didn’t use enough topper gel. I’ll use it in the winter. It’s still too humid.

[@felicia_716]

Not only is there glycerin but also hydrolyzed wheat protein in the top 5 ingredients 😒

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for sharing.

[@annaleader5722]

Just out of curiosity what is so bad about glycerin? Just asking not defending

[@jassy8149]

Some people don’t like glycerin because it can cause your hairstyle to not last as long, especially if you live in a humid climate. If you live in a dry, arid climate then glycerin could also dry your hair out a lot. It can be a good thing when used properly for people that experience chronically dry hair. Think along the lines of curl activator, a lot of those products are glycerin-rich.

[@annaleader5722]

@@jassy8149 thank you 😊

[@NaturalRaeRae]

It's not necessarily bad, it's just that some people are sensitive to it or prefer not to use it for climate reasons or some other reason. I was just trying to give them options and by not having it listed on their bottles, it leads people to believe that it's not in there when, in fact, it is. If you don't have a problem with glycerin, I'd say give this gel a try and see if it works for you. Thanks for watching.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for helping to answer Anna's question.

[@Listen2me400]

I always thought it had glycerin because it was so moisturizing. Of course they should have let their customers know because of their sensitivities. Not a good look UFD. ☹️ I just got a new bottle from Amazon, but the labels are the same except one lists what kind of vitamin E and the other just says vitamin E. I personally don’t mind glycerin. Return your bottles if you do.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I don't mind glycerin either, but I know some of my subbies do so that is why I wanted to do the video. However, if the information isn't correct, then no one can make an informed decision about their hair. tsk,tsk, tsk. Anywho, thanks for watching.😊

[@Listen2me400]

@@NaturalRaeRae When I saw your video with the picture with the UFD I was a little puzzled ‘cause I always thought it had glycerin. I’m sure your Sun Rae’s appreciate it. ☀️

[@Felicia_Plans]

Not a big deal me to me. I love it with or without glycerin.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I'm glad it works for you. Hopefully it will work for others with or without the glycerin. Thanks for tuning in.

[@Brixsy]

the gel also has oils and protein too that I have seen so the whole formula is different. I glad it works no problem for you. It works better for me in the winter. Its too humid where i live to use it lol.

[@ossier2796]

I just bought 2 bottles and the new bottles show glycerin and my old bottles don’t have glycerin. I did try the new formula and my hair feels and looks the same so I’ll continue to use it. I’m not allergic to glycerin.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

That's great! If it works for you, then keep using it. I am not glycerin sensitive either, so I'll probably keep using it, as well. Thanks for the info and for watching.

[@Hizwife]

Thank you so much for this, but I just have one question, does this mean that even tho it was not listed in the ingredients that it was still literally in there?

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Nobody knows, which is the problem. If you've used the product and liked it, I'd say keep using it until it no longer works for you.

[@redwine641]

Wow if this is true then I am going back to my diy spray that I use in the early 2000s.When I just wanted a moisturized afro I used it along and when wanted definition I just use eco or wetline, never thought to put my diy under the gel, i am going to try.I like UFD but if I can get the same out come with my diy for pennies ,then I will revisit my diy.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

If your DIY works, use it. If it doesn't and you liked UFD Curly Magic, then use UFD. The important thing is...does it work for you no matter what the ingredients are and if it does, then use what works. Thanks for tuning in.

[@redwine641]

@@NaturalRaeRae Yes ,going to test it out and see what happens . Thank you for informing us and taking the time to do the research.

[@tinowaoreggio6334]

I had a a few bottles to use for when I can’t get a hold of KCCC (I only wear wash and gos).The very last one that I used, did not work well in my hair at all. My hair felt horrible. I threw away my bottle, but I wish I would have checked the label. I specifically purchased that because there was no glycerin. Thank you for the information and thank you for the time you put into this. I won’t be purchasing anymore.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Sorry you had to waste your money. Hopefully now people will know and can make a more informed decision for their hair. It's just a shame that the company hasn't updated their website or labels. Thanks for watching.

[@reinagrant8572]

Heard this a few days ago! been going through my first bottle and was interested in repurchasing but i guess not now ;p. does anyone have any other botanical gel options that don't have glycerin and also fragrance free options (3c/4a)! thanks all

[@NaturalRaeRae]

I don't know of any at this time, but I'll keep my ears open. Thanks for tuning in.

[@Brixsy]

KInky Curly Curling Custard says "Natural Fragrance" but other than that I don't know any either. Everything has a fragrance that I have seen. If you go to Etsy you can customize handcrafted hair gels to be fragrance free.

[@pondeck]

I can recommend trying Curl Junkie Pattern Pusha as an alternative. It does have mild fragrance (kind of a cucumber-y scent imo), but it's a gentle botanical gel that's free of aloe, protein, & flax.

[@ayanadixon4763]

Where is it, because it's not listed on my bottle either.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

🤷🏽‍♀️

[@leslielewis40]

I hear the glycerin is the devil comment quite a lot and I can’t help but wonder if the people saying it are aware that glycerin has different affects based upon the conditions in which it’s used. By that I mean it can make your hair feel dry if you use it in cold or dry conditions or it can make your hair swell if you use it in humid conditions. For me it’s best in summer (I live in GA) because even though it’s super hot, the glycerin attracts the moisture from the atmosphere and keeps my hair feeling nice and moisturized. There’s an OG youtuber that I used to watch a lot I think her channel is now called Elevate. It used to be Denim Pixie. She does a really good job at explaining things like this even down to the best dew points to use glycerin and avoid negative outcomes. Just in case anyone wants to know.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks for sharing this information with the group.

[@GoGlamorous]

This is the best comment I've read on here thus far. Glycerin is like anything else, it is only a bad thing if you're allergic to it. It is a natural product therefore, if its not causing a skin/scalp reaction, you should be fine. Glycerin does works best in warm, humid climates and is more beneficial when your hair worn in its natural state because it attracts water/ hydration in the air which is always a good thing for natural hair. Additionally, just because an ingredient is listed at the top doesn't mean that the whole formula is mostly that ingredient. The combination of other oils, humectants, plant based butters, would more than likely supersede the amount of glycerine in any hair care product or it will more than likely be unusable. Someone mentioned ordering customized products on etsy. This is true. You can shoot a convo to sellers asking them to omit or swap ingredient(s). #beglam

[@minimalassembly7893]

That is why some people favor products “without” glycerin, because they understand this and they would prefer to use one product consistently in all environments and in all weather conditions.

[@ShowUpGTD]

But isn't glycerin a humectant? I googled it and it said that it wasn't bad for your hair. Is there something that I'm missing about glycerin?

[@NaturalRaeRae]

No, glycerin isn't bad per se. But some people live in climates where glycerin can wreak havoc on their hair or some people may be allergic to it. The issue is that everyone was under the impression that this product was glycerin-free because it wasn't stated on the label, but, in fact, it does contain glycerin. In short...the company needs to have the label correct so that people can make informed decisions about the product that they use. Hope this helps.

[@sammyfire2001]

I bought my bottle last year and there's no glycerin. So this must be a recent addition.....

[@NaturalRaeRae]

who knows???

[@lisafields5325]

I’m so confused! My hair LOVES UFD! My bottle (only a couple months old) does not have glycerin in it according to the label, which is why I bought it! So does my hair now like glycerin or is there such a small amount in there it doesn’t bother me, or are they still selling really old bottles??

[@NaturalRaeRae]

🤷🏽‍♀️ not sure.

[@lisafields5325]

@@NaturalRaeRae so I went to target today, they had 3 bottles, one without and two with so I snagged the one without… 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@tangybrandford8475]

I have two bottles and they don’t have glycerin in the ingredients……Hmmmm

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Things that make you go hmmm

[@shantehale3188]

Girl people be tripping I do not care , these companies are not trustworthy, we all make mistakes, ohh well, 🌞love you Rae😘

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Thanks

[@anthonymarshall2012]

I'm not really shocked it's a really good humectant. I think people just don't understand how to use them, to either avoid reactivation or pulling the water out of the hair itself.

[@leoskiss3390]

Not true I can tell I have 2 different formulas the old bottle I purchased from Target worked wonderfully and the bottle i purchased from the website dried my hair out, even though I used both the same exact way……. Extremely deceiving I avoid products with glycerine so for them to sneak it in there to cut cost Is just shameful

[@anthonymarshall2012]

@@leoskiss3390 I can't really vouch for your technique to say why it dried your hair out, but I do know humectants work by pulling hydrogen molecules together. So if there's not enough water in your hair, on your hair, and when you're doing your hair then it may dry your hair out by pulling the water that you try to put in your hair out hence drying it out. It's similar to when people use hyaluronic acid and they don't seal it in and then the hyaluronic acid makes their skin even more drier than before.

[@leoskiss3390]

@@anthonymarshall2012 I’m familiar with the techniques on skin and hair I’m 40 so I’m accustomed to sealing moisture to my skin and hair, I’m simply saying that if you have 2 bottles of the “same” products and 1 is behaving differently and then it comes out that 1 of the formulas changed it’s deceiving to the consumer that’s all, I’m aware of humectants such as aloe, glycerine and honey

[@anthonymarshall2012]

@@leoskiss3390 eh it's not really a big deal for me. Glycerin never did me wrong. They could have put like a new formula or something, but I'm not really upset it's not like it's a poison or formaldehyde they added.

[@NaturalRaeRae]

Hi Anthony! Thanks for tuning in to my video. However, I do want to say that I'm glad you were not affected by the formula change and although it is not a big deal to you, it is to those who are allergic to glycerin. We're not saying glycerin is bad, we're just saying that it should be listed so people who are allergic knows right off the bat not to use it so that they don't have a bad reaction. Safety first is my motto! Again, thanks for watching.