Hair gel can cause dry and frizzy hair.
Hair gel and wax are styling products that help hair maintain its shape and control frizz. There are people who swear by each product, stating that both gel and hair wax are the only alternative when it comes to styling your hair. To decide which product is best, users should examine how each should be used and its short-term and long-term effects on hair. Those who use hair gel often have trouble adding body to their hair and may notice that the hair dries out over time. People who use hair wax can only use it on dry hair, but may find that their hair has a nice texture and lots of movement.
Wax controls frizz and adds shine, although you shouldn’t use too much because it can make hair greasy.
Many hair gels contain alcohol, an ingredient that can be very damaging to hair shafts. When used for long periods of time, hair gel can cause strands to dry out and become brittle. This often leads to frizz, which leads to the need for more hair gel. Those who want to use hair gel but don’t want to start this cycle should normally use a deep conditioning treatment on their hair about once a week. Washing the gel out of your hair every day should also help keep your hair shiny and smooth, rather than stiff and brittle.
Hair wax contains moisturizers that can soften hair over time.
Stiffness is another problem faced by many hair gel users. When the gel dries, it usually causes the hair to stick together and become immobile. This can be favorable for those who have short hair and want to maintain a certain style. However, people with long hair may not like the gel because it makes the hair hard and “crunchy”. Some gels also have an unpleasant odor. Those who choose hair gel over hair wax should generally look for a light gel with a pleasant scent and low alcohol content.
Hair gel is known to cause hair stiffness.
Many advocates of hair wax say that it is much better than gel. Wax generally does not contain alcohol. In fact, it often contains waxes and moisturizers that can soften hair over time. When it dries, wax usually doesn’t leave hair stiff or crusty. Controls frizz and adds shine while allowing hair to move and bounce. This can be particularly beneficial for those with longer hair or those looking for a soft, touchable hairstyle.
The wax does not always come out of the hair, making removal difficult for some users.
However, wax does have some drawbacks. Those who prefer wax to hair gel should be careful not to use too much as this can make hair greasy. Wax needs to be removed from hair every day for the same reason. Also, it can only be applied to dry hair because waxes and water generally don’t mix easily.
Those who are still confused about choosing hair gel or hair wax should try several brands of each. Users should also keep in mind that they do not have to exclusively use hair gel or wax. They can wear a combination of the two, choosing either depending on the climate and type of protection they want. Still others may decide to mix a bit of both.