How To Stop Flaking When Using Gel For Wash And Gos?

[aharri23]

Does anyone know how to prevent flaking from happening for wash and gos? Every gel I use I get flakes once my hair is dry (ecostyler, KCCC, curly magic, wetline) I've tried everything from not using a leave-in, using oil, mixing the leave in and gel in my hand first to see if they work together, etc, etc. I need help!

 

[Coilystep]

Come over to the fall/winter wash n go challenge. That thread has a lot of knowledge and suggestions. I don't get flakes with as I am curling jelly, Camille rose curl maker, mop top custard, KCCC , goddess curls or twisted sista dream curl cream gel.
I get flakes with cantu curling custard if I heavy handed. I've also gotten flakes with cheaper gels.
How are you applying products? I get the best results on wet hair. I also try to avoid mixing product brands. Although I have successfully mixed shea moisture conditioners with both goddess curls and blueberry bliss jelly.

 

[nothidden]

I have noticed that if I leave too much conditioner or styling cream before applying gel, I get film or flecks. So I rinse my hair a bit before apply gel.