Why *EVERYONE* Should Use GEL In Their Wash & Go | PRESENTING MY CASE EP. 5

Back with another episode of #PRESENTINGMYCASE, where I present my case on my unpopular opinion on topics in the natural hair community.
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[@KaiceAlea]

I don’t even have to watch this to agree with this case lol!

[@FinallyAmber]

You feel me, sis! Simply nothing beat it when it’s serving it’s purpose! 🙌🏾

[@PhaMa1002]

Lol, me too!

[@beaubeauknows3620]

Same

[@jlovescxndy]

I tell people this ALL the time. Gel works but it is not meant to moisturize. It's to help style. YOU must moisturize properly and the gel will enhance your already moisturuzed curls.

[@FinallyAmber]

Say one mo’ time for the people in the back!! Folks be like “gel makes my hair hard” and I’m like 1st.. it’s a gel. It’s supposed to get hard lol But if you’re hair is moisturized underneath once you break the gel cast you should be good to go!

I sooo agree on experimenting with different techniques. My hair will be dry AF with just a leave in and gel.. no matter what, i have to use a cream with my gels

[@mightystrong5484]

NOTHING but gel 4 me, nothing else will do or I'm literally walking around here looking like SIMBA from Lion King 😂😂 TFS 🌺 stay safe and well 🙏🏼

[@cristinaartis3017]

I have to hear this because I don’t necessarily like the hold of gels on my hair. But I love you cousin!

[@kamikoils9336]

YAAAAAAAAAAS COUSIN!!!!! I sho hope folks come and watch this!!! Cuz this is exactly what I be telling ppl who swear against gels!!! I always tell ppl that their technique makes a big difference AND how they’re prepping their curls! In addition to like you said NOTHING can stand up to the longevity a gel yields!!! And finally the tid bit about the water...baaaaabay!!! Yes ma’am! You can’t just do that with a cream!

[@FinallyAmber]

Yesss! YOU CANNOT DO THAT WITH A CREAM!! You just can’t! The main things that most people complain about in regards to gel is truly the thing that makes them PERFECT for wash and gos!

[@kamikoils9336]

Finally Amber I couldn’t agree with you more cousin‼️‼️‼️

[@sunshine40908]

I feel you cousin! All points made were right and exact! My favorite is gel provides longevity! Thank you for sharing and keep up the great work!

[@MsFrankiesMusic]

Yes! A wash and go using a good moisturizer with gel is awesome for me.

[@taneemonique]

I love your personality and REALNESS. So me. RAW & UNCUT. Thanks for sharing tour knowledge 😘

[@groandglo]

I agree with everything you stated in this video. I'm a wash and go girl, and The points about longevity, definition, technique, and realistic expectations all resonated with me. Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@tresboujay]

I couldn’t agree more maybe it’s I’m not a huge fan of the big hair look. 🤷🏽‍♀️ But after taking the time to wash and set my curls how dare they not stay in place until the next wash day! 😂

[@FinallyAmber]

that last part lol

[@PhaMa1002]

Great points cousin! I agree with everything u said, because I've experienced everything u mentioned and learned what works for my hair. Tfs 🤗

[@bonitah4482]

Hey cousin! All facts! I need to do a wash n go now, simply because the use of gel definitely allows you to just spray water and switch up your style. I've been wearing twists and braids lately. Time for my fav

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@HolaMyNombreIs]

Hey Cousin !🌻🌼 Yassss !Judge yo honor is back🤣👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I absolutely love adding gels to my WnG . If I want a soft hold I do my camille, mielle, wetline. If I need that thang crispy to buy me a few extra days and EXTRA definition , Im reaching for my eco , aussie , zotos professional gel ..

[@FinallyAmber]

👩🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️🤣 - but seriously! You are absolutely right! Different gels (and methods) are going to give you different results! You can go as soft or as crunchy as you want! I need to try that Zotos 🤔

[@HolaMyNombreIs]

Finally Amber Please do !its boobae ok ! LOL I almost bought sallys out last summer buying it . I get the high definition one , its 9.99 at sallys only . It goes with EVERYTHINGGGGGG !

i live in a hot climate and girl aint no way my hair lasting more than 3 days without a gel. i only use creams when i wnt instantly big hair. it's 100% technique all the way

[@sharondadottery6551]

What kind of gel do you use? I live in a hot and humid climate and everytime I've tried gel, I lose the volume. No gel on a wash and go equates great volume for me.

@@sharondadottery6551 i like to use the Curl Maker from Camille Rose. It gives me hold and volume. I like to use the Curl Slayer from TerraVeda Organix as well but that gives me more volume than hold

[@alexissokarijo2533]

Rewatched this video and I must say you really are speaking facts. I tried to leave gel alone because I was concerned that it was thinning my edges due to the ingredients. However, other factors like tight buns play a role in that. But I do not get a hold with other products the way a gel holds it down. Also, when I only use a gel, I dont get moisture. Technique is key and it will be different for everyone. I'm just trying to master drying my hair (diffuser vs air drying)

[@lisathomas2486]

Great info cousin. Glad to know you are staying safe 💜😍💜😇😇

[@kearstenw3855]

Wow this is a really great video and it definitely showed how you can have a nice defined juicy and fluffy wash and go without it being stiff and hard. I'm just waiting for my hair to grow out more because my washing goes make me look like a little boy because my hair is not long enough yet!!! Thanks for the content sis

[@tbev58]

Your curls are pretty and I love your brows !!!

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you! ❤️

[@ValentinoQ]

🔥🔥Yass lashes! &&I feel you! It’s funny how some of us go in cycles! For about half of last year I decided I wasn’t going to use gel’s and then this year I was like hmmm let’s try again and see what happens. And I’m actually pleasantly surprised!

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@DatGirlKasiee]

I'm actually a fairly new to the natural hair community, as in I big chopped like a week and a half ago lol. But, I've already noticed how I like how long my curls stay a lot better when I use gel. A few people have tried to steer me away from it, but I use the Eco black castor & flaxseed oil styling gel and my hair's been holding up pretty well and maintaining it's moisture!

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@sylviabl7090]

Beautiful as always 💚

[@authenticme81]

Cousin!!!! Thank you for this video because it's the TRUTH!!! How well your hair is moisturized and clean before you style with gel can make the difference between a WNG that stays defined and moisturized for days and a tangled dry mess of a situation perched on your head after a few hours...For the first time yesterday, I layered some Maui Moisture on after my Paul Mitchell and then gel...gurl...TOTAL GAME CHANGER!! Had no idea how that I could use a little something paired with my Paul Mitchell until you schooled me! THANK YOU. Plus folks need to know that you have to let these leave ins absorb into your hair for a bit before styling..you can't just slap a bunch of stuff on low porosity hair quickly and expect a Christmas miracle.

[@FinallyAmber]

YES!!!! I agree with all of this!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 And Im so glad the layering worked for you!!

[@NaturallyMarshea90]

You made this video for ME. You read me like a book 👏🏽. I always feel like my wash and go’s look bad. My shrinkage is 🥴 and my curls still frizz. Maybe it’s how I’m applying it.

[@samanthajackson4953]

Sis makeup is 🔥

[@SheebaRenae]

Yes I love using gel for my wash n gos💕 All the points you threw out there are real💯 However the only gel that works best in my hair MY DIY flaxseed gel. Love the video and your hair cousin🤗 stay blessed stay safe😷

[@FinallyAmber]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Listen2me400]

I prefer gels because like you said it lasts. I had to learn how to moisturize my hair properly but once you get it. It’s a beautiful thing. I finally bought the Paul Mitchell The Conditioner and I learned after the first use that I also have to go in with a moisturizer. I love my wash and goes, super easy and last all week. Good job cuzzin.❤️

[@FinallyAmber]

Yes! That Paul Mitchell is super light weight. I love that about it because it means that it pairs well with almost everything I use, but it also absorbs in my hair really fast so if I’m using something heavy, I definitely will get better moisture of I layer on a cream in between! 🙌🏾 it’s all about trial and error!

[@Listen2me400]

Finally Amber Definitely trial and error. 3 years natural. I love my curly hair.💕

[@montraniquerunnels2752]

Okay but the intro gets me hype everytime

[@FinallyAmber]

😭🙌🏾🤣🤣

[@laurenhall878]

I was literally just saying this. Plus seeing Tupac just makes me smile! 😊

[@prettywitty77]

GEL IS BAE, PERIODT!

[@k3ls3yyk3ls]

Let me go ahead and pick up that Maui Moisture hair milk. Everything you recommend works so well on my hair. Our hair is so similar! I’ve been wanting an excuse to try something new anyway 🤣🙃

[@FinallyAmber]

It's so good! (to me lol)

[@ByGraceBeauty]

😃good job sis. Gel has purpose.🎉 it's always preference and style or look you're going for. 💖💖💖gels

[@FinallyAmber]

Agreed!

[@brittmyzone8agarden]

First lol ima need a moment for the jawzasize jaw exercise tool commercial that just happened 😹😹🤖☠️ I’m so weak....and I will never unsee that lol but we here and we stab letting the ads play out fully !!! Love how your lashes have you the (to me) cutest anime /doll gaze These has been the longest I’ve gone having my hair out in twists or loose cornrows so Im working towards the new peace talks with my hair lol not as full wash and go routine yet 😝

[@FinallyAmber]

Wait, what? Lol I never know what ads they put for certain people. A jawzasize?? 🥴🤣

[@leslielewis40]

Works for me! Has been working for 7 years!

[@daisyflower1545]

Totally agree. I have a mix of 4b,4a fine to medium hair and I love using medium to strong hold gels. I notice my hair doesn't tangle when I do my wash n gos and it lasts longer. I also don't get that many single strand knots. I guess in general I love using gels to style my hair pt keeps me sane. Other stylers just don't work as well. I get more tangle and they dont last long.

[@FinallyAmber]

Yess! Gel absolutely keeps me sane! 🙌🏾 Great way to put it! Lol

[@tylerellis5513]

I'm new to the Wash n Go game but I used a gel the first time and my curls was popping! My wash n go lasted a whole week ❤

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@CarasPlace]

Editing 🔥👏🏽

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you cuzzo! 🌻🌻

[@angelarichardson5077]

I totally agree! My wash n go's are beautiful every time using this technique. I've tried foam and creams...nothing works like gel for kinky curls.

[@FinallyAmber]

Agreed!!

[@LoudMissLucy]

This actually is a really convincing video. I do hate crunchy feeling wng, but a long lasting WNG is just too tempting, let me stop wasting my time And go buy some gel.

[@belindasanders1719]

Cousin hollering from Northern Alabama. I agree with you 😪💯. My hair laughs at curl creams. I moisturize to the gods and finish with gel. I don't experience mild crunch. It's nothing that can't be scrunched out with a little oil or I just let it soften on its own.

[@FinallyAmber]

Whole heartedly agree!! 💯💯

[@belindasanders1719]

@@FinallyAmber 💜

[@kawannahardy2924]

Preaching to the choir girl! 👍🏾

[@FortunadaHope]

You presented your case well and I agree with all you said. 😘

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you!

[@TBELLA26_]

I agree with you cuzzin. I love using a gel in my hair. I prefer it. I have no rebuttals!! Loll Great video!!🌻❤

[@FinallyAmber]

👩🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️

[@sonnydraper653]

Hi amber I tried my first wash and go I used the extreme wet line gel and a spray leave in conditioner I liked the gel and I am going to try the Maui thanks to you and you are right I just sprayed water it refreshed my curls and I didn't have to use any gel just sprayed the leave in moisturizer my curl pattern reminds of old school Jerry curl lol but I guess it's because it's loose wavy but let me know your thoughts if you have any thanks

[@senzzual]

I use a curl activator gel its gives me sooo much definition and it last a longgg time i put a little bit of gel on top just to combat the slight stickiness but babyyyy my curls never been so defined

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@LaCostasDreams]

Thank you for sharing these tips!! So true about adding water and you are back to curl poppage!! Lol

[@FinallyAmber]

Absolutely!!

[@awesomeaj9454]

great video

[@georgezakhia125]

I don't use gels because: they provide an extra step to my styling routine that I'm too lazy to deal with; my hair ends up taking forever to dry; and since the hold can be really strong, my hair can easily break when I try to detangle it (I detangle before I get in the shower to wash me hair)

[@FinallyAmber]

I feel you. You gotta do what works for you. 👌🏾

[@jenken1025]

George Zakhia Do you actually detangle on dry hair?

[@myrnaj4502]

Wassup Cuzzin!!!🌻🌻😘🥰

[@AlishaB8]

I am really digging this cut on you 😍 #shycousin

[@FinallyAmber]

Aww thank you!! ❤️❤️🌻

[@miniminott48]

OG Cousin in the house. I only use a leave in with a curling cream or mousse for my wash and gos and my hair lasts until wash day without refreshing. I wash my hair every two weeks with a sulphate shampoo and alternate protein or hydrating masques. I have been natural for only a year after years of relaxers and have never tried using a gel. My hair is in the 5 to 8 inch length range at this point so I guess I may try using a gel when my hair gets more length.

[@FinallyAmber]

❤️❤️❤️😘🌻

[@whitneycupidore6513]

I usually say that gel seals in moisture.

[@deandraboswell3169]

Og cousin, but I'm late lol. I agree i love gel actually i love that freeze personally and like you said next day spray water and I'm good baby i love it seriously. I really be laughing when someone ask if a gel will make their hair hard. It's gel lol it's supposed to give you hold and be hard. That to me is like when i give shots to a patient and they ask if it's gonna hurt lol I'm like baby it's a needle you gonna feel it 🤣🤣

[@FinallyAmber]

Exaaaactly! I love the shots metaphor lol

8:25 exactlyyyy

[@naturalcurls4life576]

Yep, I agree to it all.

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@TheDepriecebradford]

Great video! Can you do a video about using a lil water to refresh curls? Do you just spray or spray and work the water in with your hands?

[@FinallyAmber]

Hi! I definitely have a few videos on how to refresh your curls ☺️ just spray with water and shake lol

[@TheDepriecebradford]

@@FinallyAmber thank you!!

i just started the video and .. period lmao

[@FinallyAmber]

PERIODT!!! 🤣🙌🏾

[@22rajiboo]

See, I wanna love gels but my issue is the dryness of just leave in and gel. Looks like I need to experiment more with another layer of moisture although it's exhausting trying to find the right combo

[@CarmenHamina]

I use flaxseed gel. Naptural85's recipe, shea butter on top and I plop with a t-shirt. My hair comes out good EVERY time, and it's not drying. I make a big batch of flaxseed gel and freeze what I don't use . Give it a try ♥️

[@beaubeauknows3620]

S Mill the types of gels matter too

[@arielrose6361]

A cool combo I discovered for both moisture and hold is as I am leave in, then their double butter creme gel, and finally wetline xtreme on top. Takes a while to dry but it's great

[@twrendy9142]

My go-to combo is Kinky-Curly Knot Today leave-in + Uncle Funky’s Daughter Curly Magic gel + soaking wet hair. I don’t use any other creams or butters since my low porosity hair can’t take it. Then I sit under the drier. My wash n go lasts for about a week. If I need to refresh, I just add water and use eco styler gel (the clear one).

[@adriansavoy]

Try Mane Choice products or Up North Naturals.

[@CarasPlace]

cousin you should create another for the culture video.

[@FinallyAmber]

I had one in the list to be recorded as it pertains to the Netflix show #BlackAF but i waited too long and now I think it’s too late lol I have to record them the topics are fresh and when I’m inspired by something! 😩

[@danahudson1352]

I agree gel is a styler not a moisturizer.😀

[@FinallyAmber]

💯💯

[@shari-leedavis1576]

Since my big chop, I've started incorporating gel into my wash and go and so far wetline is doing it for me and I think my hair dries faster with a gel than a defining cream. Mousse do absolutely nothing for my hair. I used to hate crunch cause I hate custards but I'm getting to used to it. I really wanna try out the taliah waajid hold me down gelle tho

[@FinallyAmber]

Mousse will define my curls ... for about 5 minutes until it dries 🤣🤣 So I definitely feel you!! 🙌🏾

[@michellefrazier3288]

🌻🌻

i love me some gel man lmaooo gimme datttt

[@mypossesonbroadway4369]

I never even knew this topic was up for debate...like seriously...the only way you could even begin to argue this point is you were 2-3c ...

[@Mz.M.2757]

Facts. I've tried so many things. I have 4a and 4b and nothing defines or clumps my hair like gels. You are so right.

[@Mrs.Adrian]

I’m 4a-3c with fine high porosity strands and gel is a MUST if I want my hair to last more than 2 days

[@dionnetaylor4566]

Hi cuz !

[@denyshadials5702]

People really need to understand we won’t all have the same wng. Some people think it’s like a perm rod set-if I use *this* color roller, *these* products, and *this* technique, then I’ll get *this* head of hair. Don’t work like that. You have to like your own fro and shrinkage to like your wng-it’s only a more defined version of that.

[@FinallyAmber]

That last part!! 🙌🏾

[@JermaineAuNatural]

Great video! School’em! In real life this isn’t even an fair case, it is open and shut. Gel is necessary for the kinky and curlys doing wash n go’s. Personally, I love a good day 1,2 crunchy wash n go. Your hair looked really good.

[@FinallyAmber]

Listen!! Especially when you don’t have anywhere to go! A good crunch and letting get softer/bigger naturally will have your hair lasting 2 weeks! I did this in college all the time!

[@JermaineAuNatural]

Finally Amber I did it two weeks ago 🤣😂

[@lanee_9223]

What are some good gels to use besides Wetline and Eco? I think I’m allergic to those when using all over my hair. I can use them for edge controls. But allergies get the best of me applying all over my hair. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@arielrose6361]

I struggle with allergies too. Have you tried making flaxseed gel? Otherwise try kinky kurly curl custard. Down side is it seems to only mix with their leave in and it's pricey. I'd give the hold a 7 if eco was a 10 and wetline a 9

[@briannawoodard8546]

Wassup Cousin 🌻❤️🌻

[@FinallyAmber]

Hey cousin!!

[@PearlVisionEntertainment]

💜💜💜

[@Hercurlzrbadd]

Wash n go is the best hairstyle once you have it mastered. Everyone always say gel breaks my hair off.... well did you moisturize first?

[@FinallyAmber]

exactly lol

[@emmanuellao2248]

Also did they shampoo their hair ? Build-up + gel = flakes

[@FRHumphrey]

Case closed!

[@FinallyAmber]

👩🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️

[@ladyinpink1833]

Can you explain why you love the Paul Mitchell conditioner so much? Trying to decide if I should start using it or not, thanks!

[@FinallyAmber]

I’ve done probably at least 50 videos using this leave-in. 🥺 I also have dedicated videos on it, check them out! ❤️

[@ladyinpink1833]

Finally Amber sorry I am new to your channel so I didn’t know, I’ll look for them!

[@FinallyAmber]

I gotcha! A quick way to find them is in the search bar type “Finally Amber Paul Mitchell” and all related videos will pop up! I would start from the oldest because that’s where i give my initial reviews and comparisons 👌🏾❤️❤️

[@HotMamaNlty1]

#TEAMHAIRGEL, sometimes I'll use 2 . 🌻🌻🌻🤣

[@FinallyAmber]

Ok! Ain’t never scurred! 🤣🙌🏾

[@HotMamaNlty1]

@@FinallyAmber Neva! 🤣

[@gookonsz]

Hi Cuzzin... I use the Bounce curl light hold gel and I can't seem to break the cast. Is it my gel? Do you get soft curls with gel? Love from Denmark 🥰

[@FinallyAmber]

I’ve never used that gel but I do have a video on how I scrunch the crunch out my wash and go. It’s the pinned video on the homepage of my channel. I definitely get soft curls with gel if I used the right product combo before applying (such as in this video) ❤️❤️🌻

[@ossier2796]

Wash/Condition or Deep Conditioner/Leave-in or Moisturizer and Gel for me

[@ossier2796]

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[@brittney4eva04]

whats the size of that nose ring cause i want one to sit just like that lol

[@FinallyAmber]

Lol I really don’t know. I just buy ones I like lol

[@kendrac8885]

When I put gel in my wash and go my hair be so flat and lifeless 😩

[@j_t8194]

Gel always flakes in my hair 😭😭 What am I doing wrong?

[@FinallyAmber]

I have a video on my channel giving a few of the reasons but the main reason can be your hair isnt clean enough before applying. Check the video out for more! 🤍

[@sylviabl7090]

No matter what technique I use my hair tangles so bad. 😢😠 I can wash my hair in twist and my hair still gets crazy tangled? Does a gel like argon oil eco styler preform as well as a heavier gel on your roots?

[@FinallyAmber]

I love the Argan Oil Eco styler! I haven’t used it in almost a year though 🤔 Have you had a trim recently?

[@sylviabl7090]

@@FinallyAmber it's been a couple of months. I'll get it done again. But most of the crazy tangles are at the roots I dont understand.

[@amandamarshall2295]

Not a gel fan for my hair type. Hair milks style my hair just fine.

[@FinallyAmber]

Lol then you’d fall under the disclaimer category I mentioned in the beginning 👌🏾

[@sharondadottery6551]

My only issue is the build up and the fact that I have to wash my hair after about 2 days (the crunch is tolerable). I use a leave-in and a moisturizing cream for my high porosity hair and then the gel. Hair is beautiful but I simply don't have the time to re-wash my hair so soon.

[@FinallyAmber]

Hey! I touched on this about half way through the video. If you’re getting build up only two days after applying any gel, it’s honestly not the gel. It’s your technique or the state of your hair before applying. Most gels, especially alcohol free gels like the ones usually used for wash and gos are not going to cause build up that quickly. Either you haven’t found the right combination to pair it with (this causing an issue with how they behave together) or your hair wasn’t as clean as you thought it was before applying the gel. I have low porosity hair so I definitely understand this and have to make sure my hair is super clean before doing any kind of gel wash and go.