How do you prevent the white stuff when using gel?

[TopShelf]

EVERY time I use ecostyler gel my hair turns white. I always use it with a leave I but never get good results. I have 2.5 jars of this stuff and I would hate to throw it away.

How are you guys using it?
Are you using it with a leave in?. If so, which leave in?
Which do you apply 1st the gel or the leave in?

All replies are greatly appreciated

 

[CandiedLipgloss]

The leave in depending on what kind is causing it to turn white imo. This happens to me. I usually use as little leave in as possible and try to let it dry a bit before applying gel.

And then put oil, then the gel and more oil on top. If I skip every thing else I make sure I seal the gel with oil before tying it with a scarf. But leave in and gel can cause a creamy white mess.

 

[so1913]

Apply on really wet hair and distribute well. I apply in the shower so that I can dunk my hair under the water for a second to help work the product through and dilutes it. Use a good moisturizing leave in underneath it that doesn't curdle/react with the gel. Currently I use Oyin Hair Dew without issue, but I've also used Kinky Curly Knot Today without issue.

 

[TopShelf]

CandiedLipgloss do you think I can just do oil and gel?

 

[CandiedLipgloss]

CandiedLipgloss do you think I can just do oil and gel?

That's what I do. Especially if my hair is dry or if I'm in a rush after its damp out the shower. Comes out fine.

 

[TopShelf]

thanks ladies

 

[Dposh167]

eco will react badly to certain ingredients or products that is in your hair. It can be a moisturizer, leave in, and oil...whatever. If it leaves a white streak then it can't be paired with that product. you just have to keep using different combos to see what it will and will not react to