TESTING DIY FLAXSEED GEL | Natural Hair | TheLifestyleLuxe

[@scorpion777silvermoon3]

Sooooooo all these years I have been buying hair gel an I could have boiled flax seeds..omg I love KZbin...saving me money

[@kel638]

😭😂

[@jamilania9230]

Yes, girl! I just wish it lasted longer, BUT it is all-natural, healthy, and chemical-free! 🙌🏿

[@kaybenson8386]

@@jamilania9230 how long did it last?

[@abbymit5126]

It last 3 days when stored in the fridge

[@gailwilson5837]

@@abbymit5126 mine last between fresh hair washing, 7 to 10 days in fridge.

[@kimthevenin8769]

Once the flax seeds cools, you can mix it with the aloe vera, to save time and you can keep it in the fridge for whatever you want to use it. Also next time boil the seeds with some cloves. And strain it like normal. The cloves is a extra power house for the hair.

[@jamilania9230]

Wow, neat tips! Thank you!

[@json9368]

Or boil it in rose water!

[@jamilania9230]

@@json9368 You have all the tips! Love it. Thanks :)

[@synsational1]

Yes cloves does wonders for your hair!

[@jeromegilly]

Cloves are a natural preservative so you can store your diys for longer

[@newlifetabernaclebogwalkja6568]

I realize most persons wait until the seeds cool before straining. However its best once you boil it you can strain it hot. It strains out better tgat way. You just let it cool and it will thinken up. When you boil flaxseed at times it doesn't seem to be thickning up after 15 min to 20 min but after straining hot as mentioned and then cooling it you'll see it. That how i do it works. Too much work to cool it and the try strain. It slips through strainer when hot.

[@jamilania9230]

You're right!

[@shamirah8998]

I made soooooo much of this reboiling the seeds plus i strained it while it was hot it makes it easier

[@jamilania9230]

So smart!

[@veyveye.2985]

Thank you for this tip. ❤

[@Coco-Chan361]

I've been using flaxseed as a gel for many years including on all my children and I can't stress the benefits of this little beautiful seeds. My kids hair wan't stop growing. Its amazing..

[@jamilania9230]

Love that!

[@Curious_gen]

Can you share your recipe or how you use it on your children's hair? And what oils you find that works best with this when left in as a leave in conditioner/gel. Please and thank you

[@crepusco9821]

Does it have residues when it dries out like guar gum or xanthan gum?

[@jamilania9230]

@@Curious_gen Hey! Check out this video for the recipe in the description box: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mn7HaWdqbbaSmqc Jojoba would probably be good. Thanks!

[@jamilania9230]

@@crepusco9821 I remember it leaving a little bit of a residue after a few days, i believe.

[@shay3133]

I boil my flaxseeds in the stocking so it’s less messy 💕

[@jamilania9230]

Shayla Lue that’s interesting! Never thought about going that. Thanks for sharing!

[@christellen3077]

If it doesn't melt the stocking it's so worth trying!!

[@catsarefunny5696]

How?

[@carollenin5152]

This sounds so great. Am gonna try.

[@staceycopeland5328]

Interesting will try boiling it in the stocking thank you :)

[@abbymit5126]

The gel is watery when hot but it thickens as it cools....so you don't have to boil it as much....it would've made way more than you had

[@geehairven6616]

Thank you

[@FaizelKajee]

Hi Jamila. A few tips... Try straining the flakseed gel whilst still hot and you get more gel out of it and less messy. Next tip, you can try applying flakseed gel on your hair next time without any cream first, it still gives you that beautiful shine and obedient curls. Michelle.❤

[@WhitneyKihara]

I saw this Flaxseed thing over the weekend and got shocked. Here in Kenya I bought 100g at 0.75 dollars, divided the portion into two and now I have almost 300ml of the gel. I can't wait to try and show this powerful ingredient! Thanks for showing us how to apply it 😍😍😍

[@rosejey96]

Hey gal flax seed ni gani

[@Janekenda9]

For those in Kenya, did the flax seed gel work?

[@doreenwanja8066]

Where did you buy the gel? Am in Kenya

[@marithiyaissa6717]

​@@doreenwanja8066 I saw in Naivas and you can also try jumia

You've now convinced me to buy some flaxseeds and make this gel! Your hair had sooooo much shine and definition😫girl your hair looks bomb💕

[@jamilania9230]

Coco Laní Thank you. 😊 and Yes! Try it! I finally mastered how to make the gel too. I’ll have the video and details up tomorrow!

[@TheBordomGirl]

It also works if it's a bit watery. I generally get just enough for one application with 1c of water and 2tbs of flaxseeds. It stinks after awhile so I don't make to much at once 😅

[@LotusFlowerLife]

You can always freeze the gel in an ice cube tray and pop out a cube and defrost overnight as needed. That's the easiest way to preserve flaxseed gel

[@Saylah4]

Did your hair have a white residue on your hair the next day when it was all dry?

[@adesuwakathy]

The final look is so pretty! 💕

[@jamilania9230]

Adesuwa Obaizamomwan Thank you! 🤗💕

[@abena7810]

Most IMPORTANT question: How long did the curls stay in?

[@Nixf01]

Hi, thanks for this vid! I had a similar experience first time I made flaxseed gel in that it came out much darker than I expected from the vids I'd seen previously. Turns out there's 2 types of flaxseeds, brown and golden... guess which ones I'd been using! Also, if you use the golden ones and add hibiscus it's comes out a lovely pink colour, unless you're heavy handed like me, in which case it comes out properly RED...

[@jamilania9230]

Nixf01 thanks for the info and tips! I perfected my flaxseed gel in a video after this 👌🏿

[@cbchang6200]

You are using too much water. All you need is a cup of water. Once it gets a little slimmy you remove it from the stove and let it sit for 30 minutes to thicken.

[@angelag3843]

I LOVE FLAX GEL!! THAT IS ALL I USE! my curls love this! I also add rosemary from my garden and mint to stimulate my hair follicles. Boil it all together and beautiful curls you will have!!! Wonderful on your skin too!

[@natyfeith3312]

Don't you wash it off?

[@angelag3843]

@@natyfeith3312 nope, my curls love flax gel.

[@lec7350]

Thanks for the suggestion. 🙏🏽

[@shiarhars]

your hair is so healthy and curly, thanks for reminding me about flax seed and how great it works on natural hair.

[@jamilania9230]

Thank you! Yes, flaxseed gel is something nice on natural hair. 😍

[@cbchang6200]

I see that this video is 4 years old. I hope by now you have learned the proper way to make flaxseed gel.

[@nicole2521]

Your results are beautiful! I used to do flaxseed gel but I used to apply it to wet hair and so it would get very messy. I have a sensitive scalp and most gel I used causes itching after a couple of days. I think I'm going to try flaxseed gel again using this method

[@jamilania9230]

Hope it works for you. Be sure to take it off of the stove while it's still watery. It will thicken as it cools ;)

[@monye9963]

Your hair looks amazing

[@jamilania9230]

Mony E Thank you! 😊 That gel came out pretty nice.

[@Monkeybear582]

I love how your hair came out. I guess nature is the way to go. Flaxseed is way better than the regular gel they sell. With Flaxseeds you don’t have to worry about chemicals.

[@MorningDove]

Actually it's better to boil until slightly thick. It can be poured into a metal strainer easily. Thick is not good as the cooling down process makes it thicker. Strain while hot and it works perfectly. It will continue to thicken In the container. No need to use cloth strainer. What a mess that can be!!!

[@jamilania9230]

Yes! I agree. I noticed that later down the line. Thank you for the helpful tips! 😊❤️

[@MorningDove]

@@jamilania9230 you're very welcome on both comments 😊

[@lu1ianaAndom]

I don’t use gel on my hair. My mom said that she used to use flaxseed gel for her hair and I guess imma try it out.

[@jamilania9230]

luliana Andom you should!

[@semhalsolomon7805]

your profile picture tho ❤️

[@lu1ianaAndom]

@@semhalsolomon7805 Oh thanks. Orthodox tewahedo?

[@angelapate]

That low bun looks so beautiful on you!!!! 👏🏽👏🏽❤️❤️

[@jamilania9230]

Thank you!! 😊❤️

[@lamusic6594]

Love it!! And you're SO beautiful

[@jamilania9230]

Xiomara Gamez THANK YOU! 💕

[@banothnikhitha6898]

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[@tracylee-garshong5147]

I don’t know much about the gel thingy but I read you can use 1/4 cup of the seeds and 3 cups of water and when it begins to foam, you take it off the stove while it’s watery. After it cools, it gets thick and slimy.

[@banothnikhitha6898]

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[@Saylah4]

Yes! i agree

[@letstalkminerals4361]

FLAXSEEDS ARE THE BEST FOR NATURAL HAIR

[@LotusFlowerLife]

YES they are are 😍

[@kimkillett4895]

Hair looks Beautiful!Flaxseed tutorial was very informative. Loved the whole video. Thank You! One Love 💕

[@amitharamlal9285]

Just to confirm, can you leave gell in and then blow hair or does it have to be washed off

[@NGuzi-bk3xv]

It seems its not wash off

[@britjj5126]

I wonder why you didn’t wear your hair loose/down? It looked so pretty! Also the ponytail with the front hair out was a look!

[@jamilania9230]

Brit JJ I just didn’t feel like it. Thank you! ❤️

[@LotusFlowerLife]

*The perfect curl definition* 😍

[@lyricsism5490]

The flax seed will thicken naturally after a short boil. And it’s easier to strain on its thinner state. All the best to you - great video.

[@jamilania9230]

You’re correct! Thanks!

[@analiamc4059]

Wow,instead of buying eco and any other gel I going to use this for school😜😜

[@oliviamclaughlin-scott2802]

One word..... WOW!!!!! I am truly moved by this video. This is the best one I've seen. Gonna hunt down dem seeds

[@jamilania9230]

😂 Yes! Hunt those seeds down! I really like homemade flaxseed gel. I just wish it lasted longer.

[@banothnikhitha6898]

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[@laurianapmanuel]

I don’t know if anyone mentioned in the comments yet. I don’t go through the comments. You messed up by over cooking it. It was fine at first before you let it dry and add more water. It normal for it to look watery while is hot, once it cools down it gets to the texture that you need. I love your hair girl 😍

[@blessinguwadia3633]

You look really disgusted using it though 😂😂💔

[@richarddupree2924]

🤭🤣🤣🤣I was making the same face as she was straining it..LOL

[@rfb8499]

Your hair is literally AMAZING 💛 thanks for the video

[@banothnikhitha6898]

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[@alishawilson2494]

I tried this and it gives me the best definition it’s absolutely way better than the other gels I’ve tried.

[@meiviahenrietta9782]

After u use the flaxseed, do u wash it?

[@alishawilson2494]

Meivia Henrietta no I use it as a wash and go.

[@arifmohammed5637]

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[@CC-ym2ig]

Your hair even before applying is sooo pretty! So much shine

[@banothnikhitha6898]

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[@LotusFlowerLife]

For real tho!

[@aaron4wilkins]

I haven't made any yet but I got some flaxseeds,so, gonna check it out , thanks for your info, you have some beautiful hair too btw

[@yvonnestaub3834]

I like how you prep your hair ahead of the gel. Beautiful!!(*_*)

[@kwakujunior587]

Oh yeah

[@rheadsparks659]

Jamila your hair looks great! Thank You for reminding me of flaxseed jel 's usage! I am going to make some Flaxseed Gel tommorow.

[@jamilania9230]

Thank you so much. Enjoy the gel! ❤️🤗

[@saj1313]

4c to 3b no I'm just Kidding! Your hairs beautiful miss.😘

[@jamilania9230]

Thank you, lady! 😘

[@ametrine4675]

not even 3b more 4b but yea

[@rebeccalyons9094]

Love your curls...it's beautiful and springy. I have loose curls and its sometimes frizzy. Gonna try flaxseed gel recipe shared by you. Thanks much for sharing. ❤

[@Bizz2k]

You let it cool after few minutes of pouring the flaxseed into the boiling water. Then set it aside to cool. As it cools off, the watery consistency of flaxseed begins to thicken up. Then you pour into a tight sieve or stocking to squeeze out more of the gel.

[@fredabetheljones7726]

Thanks

[@MorningDove]

Your hair is beautiful now. Great video.

[@jamilania9230]

Thank you! 😊

[@nabbosabeldine8885]

Wow thanks for sharing this powerful remedy I will definitely try this out ,my hair is still short but I will curl it with flaxseed gel definitely 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@favouradenuga]

I actually think that’s how the brand/ type (arrowhead mill) of flaxseed is _dark... I made a video on it during the week and it came out the same

[@sarahcovintong1699]

🔥 girl you go girl I don't know how to get your products but I like it👄💞☺

[@anndeecosita3586]

I use 1/4 cup Flaxseed to 2 cups water and get the consistency I want in about 10 minutes. I use a mesh strainer immediately after boiling then let the gel cool in a container that can handle heat.. I have heard of some people buying a strainer that fits over the pot then boil the seeds in the strainer.

[@manuelmundo1]

tks Ann Dee. God Bless

[@butterflyqueen9792]

Thank you Ann I’m purchasing the flaxseeds now and will be using your formula. I wasn’t quite sure how much water to use.

[@Miss.kittty]

Aren't you beautiful. if you make too much you can also put it in ice cube trays and put it in the freezer.

[@dorib.3367]

Hey beautiful this style looks lovely on you. I'm gonna have to make some gel to. Do you store it in the fridge how many days does it last.

[@LocMasteLocMaste]

This is my question 🙋🏽‍♀️ as well

[@crearyapril4362]

Flax seed gel worked awesome on my hair the hold was softer than gel and a small amount of flaxseed went along way.

[@MyeshaB]

How do you compare this gel to kinky curly custard?

[@withintheword]

Myesha was thinking the SAME thing.. 🤔 💭

[@jamilania9230]

😂 I knew this question was coming. I really want to give the flaxseed gel one more try on a wash and go then I will definitely compare the two gels and share my opinion with you all! 😊

[@roselineonuzulike8363]

Pls how long can the flaxed seed last without been refrigerated.does it spoil fast after preparation.how can someone preserve it after preparation for use.

[@QueenLove-hw5os]

Refrigeration after made and it can last up until two weeks, do not use after two weeks..

[@enddah8]

Can’t see the effects of the flaxseed oil if you’re using 4 other products.....recommend watching the other people who just did flaxseed and left hair loose.

[@Yougotthis1212]

Go away non black woman who does NOT have the same type of hair, who cares what you think

[@TeresaRiley-n3k]

Love this tutorial. I am about to go curly for 3 months straight .no heat I am excited.and I want to get to a place where I only straighten it for part of the winter.with a silk head wrap

[@patriceblack2264]

What is your hair porosity and did this help keep your hair moisturized?

[@banothnikhitha6898]

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[@banothnikhitha6898]

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[@nkosikadzi6273]

Your facial expressions when applying 🤣🤣🤣 that's my reaction too

[@kwakujunior587]

You right 😅😅

[@cookiemum1]

❤ your transparency I had some of the same issues with getting the flaxseed to make enough. Your hair turned out really elegant. I'm thinking i can rock an up do similar to your slicked down ponytail. Thanks!

[@niyahhh7275]

Does it leave residue?

[@zannymoss]

Your hair is beautiful ❤️

[@judahroars2122]

Next time put some rosemary in the boiling flaxseed water

[@lorettocastillo1888]

How you know it will work? you’re combining with other products. Defeats purpose🙃

[@MaguyMondesir]

I see that you don’t apply it to the roots. Doesn’t it work for the roots

[@devilmecare]

You boiled it to long. Your hair came out great anyway.

[@jamilania9230]

Thanks!

[@javawatson1350]

Simply stunning

[@stelladina2437]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful posting. 100%

[@y.a.n.i.q.u.e]

Your hair came out so beautiful 💛💛💛

[@jamilania9230]

Yani Online 🤗 Thank you so much!

[@y.a.n.i.q.u.e]

TheLifestyleLuxe My pleasure 😊

[@christellen3077]

You are doing it in such a neat way. I did it with too much flax seeds and it is too thick I'll add some water.

[@egondu7751]

Waoooooo... Thanks for sharing beautiful lady. Thanks to my sister who made me know about this video

[@NajaRants]

Why is mine leaving flakes and crunch?

[@Saylah4]

I was wondering if it leaves flakes! I want to try it to slick my hair the night before work. So I wont have time to wash it out again before going to work if it dries flaky! I really need to know before trying it

[@Mamyalley6666]

When you use this how long can u wash your hair! Or you use as gel.

[@LocMasteLocMaste]

What’s the shelf life of your gel?

[@Yougotthis1212]

I think you are my hair twin, My hair is super curly with the same size curls.

[@alyssadaniel8782]

Could you use everyday?

[@mystiq6999]

I like that you show your trial and error

[@jamilania9230]

Thanks!

[@bethafek6170]

Despite mixing with coconut oil I still get flakes. Please help

[@jamilania9230]

Hey! Maybe apply oil on top (or after) applying the flaxseed gel. Hopefully that helps!

[@ariaquamarine3007]

Can I use aloe vera instead of water?

[@jaydhenjorrdhenhiphoptwins1853]

It’s the curl pattern for me 😍

[@InspirationalTropicalSai-js9jw]

Thanks You Tube University. I’m definitely doing this. All we need is organic staff . 🙏🙏

[@ms.anthropik]

Another great recipe for flaxseed gel is mixing it with Wetline or EcoStyler gel. You can add whatever oil you wish. Mixing them together makes a nice custard. It gives the best of both worlds between Flaxseed and Wetline. Any gel would probably work too:)

[@melvinamccullough647]

Beautiful Hair Face!!! Fabulous Queen!!! Thanks

[@tiktokfoodshorts4342]

Lovely

[@paulinemuhonja4067]

What is DIY??? 😂😂I don't know please educate me

[@VanessaBrewster-u1e]

DIY stands for Do It Yourself

[@dmosboss758]

no buildup/flaking?

[@MH-hw4uh]

You booked it too long. Once you had it at that cream color and frothy you should have stopped. Cool and squeeze/strain in cheese cloth. Add oils after

[@aaron4wilkins]

Girl, ya know, at 5:49..you could work on you enthusiasm a little...Lol..( Sorry, just teasin'...)...Hey, @7:37...Much Better!

[@empresslioness9964]

There's dark brown and light brown flax seeds that maybe why the color is different 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@kokobtemelso5204]

In Eritrea n ethiopia they use flax seed for gel

[@jamilania9230]

That’s pretty cool. I can see why. I really like homemade flaxseed gel!

[@l_michelle_3217]

If you add honey while boiling the flaxseed it add hold and shine👍🏼😊🩷

[@patriciaharris8532]

My hair is not soft its dry. What technique should I use? My hair is dry now can I put the flaxseed on dry hair I want it to stay soft n moisturize for a week or so.

[@lec7350]

Thank you. This is very informative. One of the best videos on flaxseed gel on KZbin.

[@nassimbwaruth4752]

Wow the dealing

[@Natalie-np9er]

Hello i tried this and once it dried it start to STINK, yet the gel does make the hair soft. And it does moisturizer the hair but it STink.....😐

[@ellelle]

You have to let it sit for a while after you boil it.

[@chinajo555]

Never heard of this your hair looks beautiful thank you for sharing . Question do need to do this daily? How long did it last?

[@aryaf_lollim4877]

It's OK to keep it for days like 5 days?

[@jamilania9230]

Yes, just store it in the fridge.

[@dm1024pd]

Hi I watched your process of making the flax seed gel. I think you’re supposed to simmer and after you let it cool it will thicken