Best products for slicking hair for buns and ponytails?

[GraceJones]

Right now I use Carols Daughter Goddess Strength Shaping and Smoothing Balm as a leave in after washing and conditioning and the Doux Big Poppa as a gel. Then I also use She is Bomb Edge Control gel as a last layer. My hair frizzes up during the day anyway.

i used to use the Olive Oil EcoStyler and it did absolutely nothing for me. I would also like a product that keeps my hair soft. I don’t like using gel that makes my hair hard.

 

[Chicoro]

Right now I use Carols Daughter Goddess Strength Shaping and Smoothing Balm as a leave in after washing and conditioning and the Doux Big Poppa as a gel. Then I also use She is Bomb Edge Control gel as a last layer. My hair frizzes up during the day anyway.

i used to use the Olive Oil EcoStyler and it did absolutely nothing for me. I would also like a product that keeps my hair soft. I don’t like using gel that makes my hair hard.

@Napp is a pro at this! I hope she sees this. She can give you some great advice. Her buns are smooth, soft and laid down. I mentioned her because she has a great list of gel products available in the US. My products work for me, but I am outside the US and the stuff I use is often cobbled together and off brands here in France.

 

[LushLox]

The problem with gels and edge tamers is sometimes they can leave that overly fake sheeny shine on the hair, even using a little bit. I really hate that.

Lately I’ve been using Ouai Matte Pomade, there is no shine per se, it’s not a strong hold admittedly but I make work by using a mousse underneath, apply the pomade then set with the scarf. It does make my bun nice and sleek.

I’m very interested in hearing some other suggestions.

 

[vevster]

My strands are fine so I need only water, leave in, then mousse. I’m currently liking the Mixed Chicks mousse.

 

[classychic1908]

Ecostyler klear, but I like a hard hold, the cast will soften and it still holds firmly. Are you brushing the product into your hair with a boar bristle hair brush and laying it down with a scarf?

 

[Ivonnovi]

Wetline gel

 

[Napp]

I personally like Wetline gel topped with bee girl from the doux.. this gives me all day hold

 

[GraceJones]

I used Taliah Waajid Shea-Coco Leave-In Condition Spray with She is Bomb Edge Control on top to hold my bun. That sleeked my bun down pretty nicely, but my hair really isn't that soft. I would like something a bit softer that will give me a nice sheen as well.

Do you think using edge control as a gel is harmful to hair health? I have low porosity hair.

I also make sure I smooth with my hands as well as a medium and soft boar bristle brush. I also tie it down in the morning while I get ready for work.