How Do I Make Salon Hair Gel?

Hair gels are used by women and men across the United States to provide long-lasting hold and shine to almost any hairstyle. Hair gels provide a stronger hold than hair mousse. Most salon-purchased hair gels are manufactured with harsh chemicals that can cause damage to the hair. Homemade hair gel can be created with natural, safe ingredients for a fraction of the price of store-bought gel.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tbsp. flax seed
• Small saucepans
• Stove
• 2 drops lavender oil
• Wide-mouth containers
• 1 tsp. unflavored gelatin
• 2 tbsp. essential oil

Instructions

Flax Seed Hair Gel

1. Pour 1 cup water and 2 tbsp. flax seed into a small saucepan.

2. Place the saucepan onto a burner on high heat. Bring the ingredients to a boil, and stir.

3. Remove the saucepan from the burner and allow to cool completely.

4. Add 2 drops lavender oil to the saucepan. Stir.

5. Pour the mixture into a wide-mouthed container, and use as needed.

Gelatin Hair Gel

1. Pour 1 cup warm water into a small bowl. The water must not be cool.

2. Add 1 tsp. unflavored gelatin to the water, and mix until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

3. Allow the water to cool.

4. Add 2 tbsp. essential oil of your choosing.

5. Store the hair gel in a wide-mouthed container in the refrigerator for up to one week, and use as needed.

References

• Woman Junction: Hair Gel
• NB Community: Natural Hair Care Recipes