Hey Glambassadors! What are YOUR thoughts on this whole thing? Are you still using it, or are you cancelling it? Feel free to share your thoughts on all this! Love you boo! Linwood
I' ve been using Ecostyler for 10 years (not everyday though) and have never had all these reactions folks are saying they had. While not a hair chemist, I'm a chemist in real life, and just don't freak out about a lot of stuff. Practically anything is carcinogenic if you consume or use too much of it.
I use this gel and never had a problem. I use it once a week and I spray my hair every day with coconut leave in natural conditioner. I really like Eco gel and will continue to use it.
I make my own flaxseed gel, I also make my own soap and lotion as well as blend -up my own shea butter cremes for the girls's hair and skin; yes it is work but I know what is in it. But just like everything else you have to have time for making your own stuff. Folks don't want to pay the money for all natural stuff made in small batches and then they go buy the lower priced brand name items for convenience then complain about what is in it.
Yes, this here is the truth. This is also the reason I started making my own beauty products as well because I noticed the lower priced hair products have crap ingredients.
I would have to agree, and of course, if someone has a reaction, then they should discontinue using it. I don’t think anyone assumed ES was an all natural product, so it’s difficult to see what all the fuss is about.
Same her dear. I still use the eco styler gel (black castor and flaxseed oil) version. Its great for my hair and even helps my hair grow. No way am giving up on it at all. I love it
So glad to see your response and I agree. Eco Style gel, particularly the Olive oil gel, works wonders on my hair. We had perms for years, which are pretty bad. Not concerned about gel.
I’m allergic to pork, it doesn’t mean that other people shouldn’t eat it. Everything is not for everybody. What works for one person may not work for another. Too easy!
Awesome video!!! I loved that you addressed how it's so important to pay attention to what you put IN your body, that subject often gets ignored. Also I have to try out the wet line hair gel!! Thank you again for sharing my channel!! I can't wait to watch more of your videos! :-)
Thank you Sharmaine! I love the wetline Xtreme gel, especially because it reactivates when you get it wet. I love your videos! Especially because you are so thorough in discussion of chemical structure of products and their purpose, it’s much needed information for more educated consumers! I’m a firm believer in sharing channels that create quality content, and you definitely do that without a doubt! Yes, what you put in is so important, I truly wish more people thought about it! Many of us unknowingly poison ourselves daily, simply because we didn’t take the time to read the ingredients. Thanks for watching Sharmaine, it’s much appreciated and I look forward to your future videos as well! 😊👍🏽💚
This is very informative! Thank you for sharing. I use eco styler gel and don’t plan on throwing it away. Like you stated, there are a number of products we consume with harmful ingredients. It’s a matter of picking your poison.
Still using it. It does well on natural curls. It moisturizes, doesn't flake, stops hair breakage. My Curls don't frizz and last until I wash it out. And plus it doesn't make my face greasy.
I freakin love you and your channel!!!! Speak the truth cause as a stylist myself I totally agree with what you mean!!!! You inspired me to get my channel up and running because its not enough of us out here speaking from a professionals point of view!!!! God bless you and your family!!!!!😄😄😄🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Thank you so much! Go for it! I started this channel for my students in Cosmetology because so many of them were looking to YT to learn things and I hated that they were constantly getting misinformation. I would love to see more professionals in this space!
I already recorded it imma edit this weekend and go from there I even shouted y'all out because... I found this channel and you and your wife inspired me sooo much to just get out there and do it!!!! Thank you soo much and hope to meet y'all soon me and my fam live in Texas too!!!! Small world!!!!
I don't know why people act like you can't have bad reactions to natural products too. My grandfather used to practice medicine and I remember he would tell me about different ways we treated conditions and diseases before modern medicines came about and I got to thinking, if "natural" products were the best thing you can ever have ever, we wouldn't have had to develop the artificial stuff in the first place. Not that natural doesn't have its place in the world but it's okay to use either type of products if it's working for you.
Eco style gel.....it's a gift and a curse...lets go waaay back to 1993. When I was in cosmetology school once a week my classmates would do a product mini seminar on the pros and cons of certain products. Back then it was the battle between Queen Helene, Eco Style and Ampro gels mainly because in 1993 fingerwaves and scrunches was the flavor of the year. Some of my classmates and I agreed that Eco Style gel had a very "gummy" consistency, flaked like crazy and weighed the hair down. it also was a bad product to use when doing fingerwaves and gel sets alike because it would "melt" when the client is under the dryer. It's almost like Jam by Soft-Sheen Carson. If a client wants to tame her edges without getting "hard" Eco style is good for that because back then it didn't contain alcohol, which is the base "holding" factor in most hair gel products
There is so much win in this comment and I have SO much love for it! Thanks! Yes! Back then, options were limited and it seemed like everyone was using ampro! It’s crazy to me that so few people talk about ampro these days!
I’m staying with EcoStyler. I’ve watched both videos. It’s truly the only one that clumps my hair. I just don’t use it a lot. I have a sensitivity to aloe so a lot of natural gels are out for me. I’m only using Eco on my ends, not from root to tip. I’m staying with it.
I have high porosity, low density fine hair. The Eco Style Black Castor Flaxseed gel works very well for me. My hair does not do well with wash and goes, but I get beautiful long lasting curls when I wet set my natural hair on rollers..
Can I say 50 thumbs up!!! Of course, any product we use we should be mindful if we feel discomfort, ect ect. I found Shea Moisture products at the end of end of the Shea Moisture Ad Controversy here on the Tube. Tubers were quitting Shea Moisture. I was oblivious to the controversy, at the time, but I LOVE me some Shea Moisture! Saved my hair! Nobody, but nobody, is keeping me away from my Shea Moisture!! I admit, after being personally attacked, for being white and using Shea Moisture, I was careful to admit Shea Moisture is my Love! (I have always felt welcomed and appreciated on this channel, btw) Anyway, people should rely on common sense, fact and personal experience. The only gel I own is Shea Moisture High Porosity Gel. I own it because I like it :). Here is my opinion..my Grandma use to say.."If somebody told you to jump off a bridge, would you??"
Thanks so much for this, Linwood. As someone who suffers from alopecia from an auto-immune disease, my issue has been finding products that don’t trigger more hair loss. My skin is clear, my natural nails are long, I am a diabetic so I am very conscious of what I eat. I find that there are products that cause severe itching which is one of the first triggers and it happens with any product - all natural or with additives. Eco was one such product and finding hair gel is very difficult for me. Bri Hall just brought some areas to light and I think the community just ran with it. My search continues for something that works that doesn’t impede my hair regrowth and I look forward to watching all of your videos. Stay blessed.❤️🌹
Thanks for the information Lin. I personally don't use it because it doesn't work on MY natural 4C hair. If it did, I would use it. As you've stated, if people are going to cancel out this, they have to cancel out everything with chemicals and go straight naturalistic with everything. Everything includes food, body & haircare, household cleaning products, clothing & shoes, paints, pesticides, lawn care, and the list goes on and on and on. So people, stop trippin. If you like it, use it. If you don't like it, then stop using it. It's not rocket science. ❤️
ABSOLUTELY!!! I have said this many times after the "CANCELLING" of ECO became the new witch hunt. I am so glad you made this video. Well done, as your other video are. One definitely have to choose battles wisely.
Edta is a surfactant. Not harmful and quite common. Most people are ok with it, no need to generally vilify it. If it's a problem for you don't use it but most people can.
Great info Linwood. I'm not a serious gel user but most of the Eco gels don't work for me. You told me about the Wetline Extreme and that one works great for me.
Thanks so much...its always a blessing to hear truths and not just something people want bto hear because of their vanity...Pro-style gels are awesome come in many formulas so you won't get the brown flaking. They are very inexpensive and can found at you local 99¢ Stores and Dollar Tree! Also it's also a harmless protein gel! Mind you I'm only using a very small amount after I moisterize my hair all over, then I use the gel on the edges, on a part, mostly when I'm wearing a lace front! The gel blends with skin tones and holds the edges down "very well" without moving the unit around...yes, even the wind won't make it budge...! At the end of the day (up to a couple of days) just wet your edges with plain water, the gel is loosed, no pulling, no poison chemicals going into your "brain", and you still have your edges! I found an alternative to the poisonous edge glues since they are NOT made to touch your skin at all! They are NOT hypo-alleglic formulas due to contact dermatitis to chemicals and it saved my edges my health and life for over 15 yrs! These wig glues are practically the same to use super glue! Nasty stuff...
GlamFam Linwood, thank you so very much for this video. I don't use any of the Ecostyler gels. I make my diy Flaxseed gel that I learned from UA-camrs. It's cheaper, healthier and you can add whatever essential oils that you like. The hold is great and I have no flaking. It works for me and I'm glad. Again, thanks for your input about the Ecostyler gel cancel hype. I Love You Too Boo!💞🙏😍
Wish I had you for my chemistry teacher. I love chemistry, no thanks to that teacher. You are such an easy to listen to and learn from. Thanks so much! Love your whole crew!
I just started using gels and my hair LOOOVES the Eco Argan oil. Miller and Shea Moisture dried my hair and made it slick crunchy. Eco Argan defines my Curls and they are soft and fluffy. Love love love.❤
I use the Olive Oil one in the green jar as shown. It is one of the best products I have found that works for me with what I want it to do for everyday. I actually started using it as an alternative to using any of the styling producs from the DevaCurl line as I'm allergic to one of their "natural botanical" ingredients that is in every one of their products across all their lines. I can see why a particular fragrance would cause issues but not fragrance in general. Looking at you honeysuckle and west indian lemongrass...😒
Aww man, lemongrass?! That’s one of my favorites! I can understand discontinuing the use of DC though, allergic reactions are no joke! I just wish more people would read the labels to products in general. I feel like some of the “cancel everything” trends would never happen.
GlamFam It's only the west Indian variety so a different genus than the South Asian one commonly used in cooking, thank goodness! I would be really sad to have to give up my favorite tea.
GlamFam Burning scalp and migraines. Not fun. Thankfully just discomfort that benadryl and ibuproufin can take care of once I figure out what the problem is until all of it is gone from myself and environment. Part of why I can't work a makeup counter anymore is exposure to ingredients and I always like to counter the Young Living natural products pushers that most allergies and irritants are plants way to get us to stop using them. I'm fun at home sales parties. 😂
Lol I’m problematic at those parties too, I’m sure those folks hate me! 😂 I’m glad you figured out what was bothering you! A lot of people wouldn’t have realized what the ingredient was.
Thanks Linwood. Very informative. I too have several eco style gels. I started out [for years] using the "green top" but have found the other eco gels do not leave my hair as stiff. Thanks again.
I've recently had a few friends ask me about this. And I didn't know how to phrase it all I could tell them was its all in the chemistry and composition make up of most products. I told a couple, I wouldn't be too worried about that gel, but more concerned about that shampoo and conditioner you're using. TY this helps me explain it to them. I use to use an Ecostyler gel for curly hair. I liked it, never had an issue with it. But I found a Redken I like more. Turned my waves into bouncy curls.
Hi Linwood! I"m not using The Eco Styler, but I am ready to explore the Extreme Gel of which you have identified as one of your personal favs. What leave in conditioner do you personally use when and if you do a wash and go? Better yet, which has been most satisfying for your 3c/4a clients who do wash and go(s)? As always, thank you for your generous sharing of knowledge and expertise! 💖🙏🏿
Hey Lin, thank you for the info. I have never been an admirer of gel in general. If i want my hair to lay down at the time & my sealant products wont do it it wont get laid down . It's too hard for my liking. I know that's the purpose lol but I almost have to wash my hair the next styling to get it out, if not it will break my hair off. Separating that so-called baby hair ("its just hair baby" haha)on some hair breaks off instead of blending that "baby hair" together to grow with the rest of the hair its one of the reasons I've seen loved one edges leave. Sometimes gel isn't needed on the regular for every style. Only from what I've seen personally. Thanks again. GlamFlam member here!
Watching this while I put eco styler the olive oil one as I make my hair into a bun haha 😆 I love this gel one of my fav ! And I’m a natural girl but sometimes I just don’t care what works for me May not work for the next but do what you feel is best ! Honestly my hair still growing so it’s great for me
I just use this gel for when ever I put my hair up in like a ponytail but otherwise I don’t really use it for my curls but I definitely think it’s pretty good when you do use it for your curls tho
Thank you for not being all in your emotions over this!!! You gave a wonderful explanation of this topic...People that eat junk food from the drive thru, who don't exercise and drink and party every weekend, screaming into the night over some gel!!! Lol!! 😂😂😂
That stuff is strong enough to lay down my curls, but it makes my head itch, flakes up my leave-in conditioner and overall dries my hair out. What do you use to hold down your curls? Thanks for all your hard work and information, I trust you and greatly appreciate your opinions and recommendations. Plus you’re easy on the eyes, so that helps! You and your family are adorable and I wish y’all all the happiness and blessings you can handle.
Interesting enough I'm watching this video for the first time (I've been seeing the thumbnail for the past week or so) one day after watching a video of Trevor Noah's thoughts on people burning their sneakers and such in protest of a certain sport apparel manufacturer's campaign. He essentially made the same point that you did about individuals concentrating on this one product or brand but your continuing to use or buy into brands/companies when you don't know of or choose to ignore what they put in their products or what they stand for/against. You video as well as his are definitely worth watching. #thattimewhenIwatchedaninnocentvideoanditturnedintoalifelesson
Wow. As an educator myself, this is an video that I 100% loved! I'm not a huge youtuber because so many people have opinions, no real facts or education. I'm very impressed with how many technical terms he defined. I just may subscribe.
Excellent video Boo!! Thank you for sharing your view on that gel. I think if we all read the labels on the products we buy, we would see there's something in everything we eat and use on our bodies. Dr.Afrika stated in one of his video"if it has a label should you really be using it🤔.." I'm not on a super natural kick. I just want to be aware of what I'm exposing myself and my children to. So Thank you and have a fabulous day! It's Juneteenth weekend and I need to get in the mix💃🕺💃🎉🎉
It's good this information is coming from someone that is licensed. I cannot worry about every little thing I use. All I can say is Lord let your Blood cover me from hurt, harm and danger.
Thank you for an informative and well thought out video on the subject. Loved the info on the functions of the skin which I did not know. I hope more people see this before making their decision and do their own research.
I don’t like using gel in my hair, because of their chemicals, also if they have Animal by products, I am Vegan, cruelty free. I did try Shea Moisture gel in the jar, it’s says natural and cruelty free, and V. Their gel doesn’t hold my hair, it fells more like a moisturizer. I haven’t used them in a while, now i damp my hair add Shea butter and put it up in a bun.
Thanks for the info. I don't use EcoStyler but my daughter does and it works for her so we won't be changing. I'm a 90's kid so I still use that good ole brown gel when I need it.
I don't know how much gel you need to use to make your eyes water 😒. In addition, gel dries the hair out, so maybe everyone should lean back from all of this gel anyway. Excellent fact based and educational video.
Hi I like that ur so detail. But my son as 4C hair whats the best oil or product overall I can use in his hair to keep it moisturize. My daughter as mix hair its soft up top and dry in the back what can I do for her hair. I'm using castor oil in her hair to keep it moisturized but no matter how much I use the castor oil for hair she say it makes her hair itch than its obsored in her scalp l. I use to use coconut oil and she didn't like it it wasn't moisturizing to hair to me. or if I use a leave-in conditioner in her hair it's still dry. What leave in conditioner will best be for her hair. I do use the softee gel and that's the only gel job that I can use in her hair any other gel won't hold. Also if you can suggest the best edge control that I can use that would be great to thank you.
Thank for always giving us such thorough videos! I just used that very same Eco gel today! I use several brands of gel, it depends on the style I want to achieve.
It works great with relaxed hair for molding and shaping. I like the brown Ampro gel. Both can be a bit flaky if combined with an inadequate amount of water or when used with other hair products. Now that I’m natural, I cannot find a product to wave my hair down.
I decided to scan your videos for info on oils and butter for the hair (relaxed) and saw this one. All I can say about it is Thank You for telling the truth through knowledge.
Flaxseed and Black Seed Oil EcoStyle does better with my coils and dries clear.. I don't like the other ones because they dry white and have no hold on my hair.
know thy products, know thy hair. Thanks Linwood. I have always wanted to know about this product. You gave a very fair opinion . Very educational!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is one of the most knowledgeable and informative videos I've ever watched on hair and gel, my first time viewing your channel as well and I am totally subscribed now!! Thanks for a great 12mins 👋
I love echo style jell and I still use it for the purpose it was made for, the way I use it, I never give it the opportunity to even touch my face or even my scalp, it's only used on my hair as it should be, never had any issues doing it this way
Very informative. I'm also licensed and have found that most gels that have the hold I am looking for are drying to my hair. So because of that I usually will only wear the gel in my hair for one or two days and then I wash it out. The styles I choose that require gel are temporary styles and not styles I wear for a week or two or more.
The FDA is involved regarding this issue with ECO gel! Many hair companies use ingredients that are not unhealthy: Toothpaste, lipsticks, eyeshadows, household products, her dyes, relaxers, etc.... Many of these ingredients are band in other countries because of the health risk! It's big business! Sad to say!
My 17 yr old daughter has 4c hair and it works on her hair while my 50+ age hair hates it. I do use the Shea Moisture and I love that and also Mixed Chicks styling gel for my thin curly hair...dont know the #. Thanks for speaking to all the chemical based info that you shared. You guys are always very informative.
Well fragrance can be problematic for those with sensitive skin or eczema as fragrance can cause the skin to get irritated and develop a rash. Those with eczema are advised to use skin care items that are fragrance free.
I just want to find products/gel that doesn't leave white residue on my 4b/c hair.😣😢 I have discarded sooooo many hair stylers because of white residue. 😣💸💸💸
Hey Glambassadors! What are YOUR thoughts on this whole thing? Are you still using it, or are you cancelling it? Feel free to share your thoughts on all this!
Love you boo!
Linwood
Not anymore.. .
GlamFam I stopped using it. I didn't like it made my hair feel
Have you found a backup gel that you like?
Sharon, I understand, my hair has never agreed with it, Alison loves it on the other hand 🤷🏽♂️ it seems to work just fine for her.
Using Kinky Curly Curling Custard.. .Works for me :-)
I have never seen anyone this knowledgeable about hair and hair products. This is what is needed in the beauty schools and salons!
Agreed! I truly hope that my videos as well as a few others help inspire change in beauty schools.
Thanks so much for watching!
@@GetGlamFam ❤
I' ve been using Ecostyler for 10 years (not everyday though) and have never had all these reactions folks are saying they had. While not a hair chemist, I'm a chemist in real life, and just don't freak out about a lot of stuff. Practically anything is carcinogenic if you consume or use too much of it.
I completely agree!
I use this gel and never had a problem. I use it once a week and I spray my hair every day with coconut leave in natural conditioner. I really like Eco gel and will continue to use it.
Ms. Marvis! Get it sis!!! Idk why chemist in real life just sent me….but I’m so gassed!
I’ve used it every single day for the past 32+ years and I am very angry to find out that they changed the formula and now the gel will not hold
I make my own flaxseed gel, I also make my own soap and lotion as well as blend -up my own shea butter cremes for the girls's hair and skin; yes it is work but I know what is in it. But just like everything else you have to have time for making your own stuff. Folks don't want to pay the money for all natural stuff made in small batches and then they go buy the lower priced brand name items for convenience then complain about what is in it.
Yes, this here is the truth. This is also the reason I started making my own beauty products as well because I noticed the lower priced hair products have crap ingredients.
I like eco styling gel especially their flex seed one i feel like just cause one person having issues with it doesnt mean the next person will.
I would have to agree, and of course, if someone has a reaction, then they should discontinue using it. I don’t think anyone assumed ES was an all natural product, so it’s difficult to see what all the fuss is about.
I feel the same way
Same I love it it dosent harden like other gems but holds I can brush my hair perfectly after wards I use it
Same her dear. I still use the eco styler gel (black castor and flaxseed oil) version. Its great for my hair and even helps my hair grow. No way am giving up on it at all. I love it
No breakouts or burning works great for me. Argon is the best for my hair.
So glad to see your response and I agree. Eco Style gel, particularly the Olive oil gel, works wonders on my hair. We had perms for years, which are pretty bad. Not concerned about gel.
Hey Linwood, thanks for the review. You always give an honest take on hair and product issues. You are the guru of hair care. Be blessed
I’m allergic to pork, it doesn’t mean that other people shouldn’t eat it. Everything is not for everybody. What works for one person may not work for another. Too easy!
Thank you babe my hair hates all the eco hair gels
Awesome video!!! I loved that you addressed how it's so important to pay attention to what you put IN your body, that subject often gets ignored. Also I have to try out the wet line hair gel!! Thank you again for sharing my channel!! I can't wait to watch more of your videos! :-)
Thank you Sharmaine! I love the wetline Xtreme gel, especially because it reactivates when you get it wet.
I love your videos! Especially because you are so thorough in discussion of chemical structure of products and their purpose, it’s much needed information for more educated consumers! I’m a firm believer in sharing channels that create quality content, and you definitely do that without a doubt!
Yes, what you put in is so important, I truly wish more people thought about it! Many of us unknowingly poison ourselves daily, simply because we didn’t take the time to read the ingredients.
Thanks for watching Sharmaine, it’s much appreciated and I look forward to your future videos as well! 😊👍🏽💚
So educational and informative. I appreciate this type of video and is one of the only videos that I have watched on this whole debate.
Granny use to also say.."Child, your head should be used for more than growing hair" 💜
Sinndy Morr bless her heart. I love that! Storing that for my words of wisdom for my girls. 💕
My Granny said use your head for more than a hat rack LOL!
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Your grannies were hilarious 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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This is very informative! Thank you for sharing. I use eco styler gel and don’t plan on throwing it away. Like you stated, there are a number of products we consume with harmful ingredients. It’s a matter of picking your poison.
Still using it. It does well on natural curls. It moisturizes, doesn't flake, stops hair breakage. My Curls don't frizz and last until I wash it out. And plus it doesn't make my face greasy.
Hi from Australia, great to hear someone who actually talks sense and not crap.
I freakin love you and your channel!!!! Speak the truth cause as a stylist myself I totally agree with what you mean!!!! You inspired me to get my channel up and running because its not enough of us out here speaking from a professionals point of view!!!! God bless you and your family!!!!!😄😄😄🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Thank you so much! Go for it! I started this channel for my students in Cosmetology because so many of them were looking to YT to learn things and I hated that they were constantly getting misinformation. I would love to see more professionals in this space!
I already recorded it imma edit this weekend and go from there I even shouted y'all out because... I found this channel and you and your wife inspired me sooo much to just get out there and do it!!!! Thank you soo much and hope to meet y'all soon me and my fam live in Texas too!!!! Small world!!!!
RIGHT ON TIME LINWOOD I WANTED YOUR VIEW ON THIS SUBJECT! THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU!
Such a pleasure, I hope you found this to be helpful in some way or another!
I don't know why people act like you can't have bad reactions to natural products too. My grandfather used to practice medicine and I remember he would tell me about different ways we treated conditions and diseases before modern medicines came about and I got to thinking, if "natural" products were the best thing you can ever have ever, we wouldn't have had to develop the artificial stuff in the first place. Not that natural doesn't have its place in the world but it's okay to use either type of products if it's working for you.
Mr. LINWOOD!!!!! You are TEACHING TODAY!!!!!!! Thank you, sir! 🙏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Such a pleasure! Thank YOU for watching!
Eco style gel.....it's a gift and a curse...lets go waaay back to 1993. When I was in cosmetology school once a week my classmates would do a product mini seminar on the pros and cons of certain products. Back then it was the battle between Queen Helene, Eco Style and Ampro gels mainly because in 1993 fingerwaves and scrunches was the flavor of the year. Some of my classmates and I agreed that Eco Style gel had a very "gummy" consistency, flaked like crazy and weighed the hair down. it also was a bad product to use when doing fingerwaves and gel sets alike because it would "melt" when the client is under the dryer. It's almost like Jam by Soft-Sheen Carson. If a client wants to tame her edges without getting "hard" Eco style is good for that because back then it didn't contain alcohol, which is the base "holding" factor in most hair gel products
There is so much win in this comment and I have SO much love for it! Thanks! Yes! Back then, options were limited and it seemed like everyone was using ampro! It’s crazy to me that so few people talk about ampro these days!
Wow! I didn't know Eco's been around for that long!
It was sold in dollar stores back then
@@keishafrazier9897 Such a trip!...tfs
What can I do against the flaking after using it?
I’m staying with EcoStyler. I’ve watched both videos. It’s truly the only one that clumps my hair. I just don’t use it a lot. I have a sensitivity to aloe so a lot of natural gels are out for me. I’m only using Eco on my ends, not from root to tip.
I’m staying with it.
I have high porosity, low density fine hair. The Eco Style Black Castor Flaxseed gel works very well for me. My hair does not do well with wash and goes, but I get beautiful long lasting curls when I wet set my natural hair on rollers..
Here, Here..people like to complain and most don't want to research information. I appreciate You
Thank you dear! Such a pleasure!
Best break down video on the whole Eco Styler situation!! I won't be canceling Eco styler because it's a staple of mine and it gets the job done :)
Just plain dead at “diggin’ in your booty”. Omg...LMAO
Lol it’s the truth though! 😂 Brown gels prevent people from making friends and shaking hands!
GlamFam 😂💩
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JoJo X Me tooo...I scrolled because I knew someone would say something. Cracked me up.
GlamFam 😂😂😂You are hilarious .
Can I say 50 thumbs up!!! Of course, any product we use we should be mindful if we feel discomfort, ect ect. I found Shea Moisture products at the end of end of the Shea Moisture Ad Controversy here on the Tube. Tubers were quitting Shea Moisture. I was oblivious to the controversy, at the time, but I LOVE me some Shea Moisture! Saved my hair! Nobody, but nobody, is keeping me away from my Shea Moisture!! I admit, after being personally attacked, for being white and using Shea Moisture, I was careful to admit Shea Moisture is my Love! (I have always felt welcomed and appreciated on this channel, btw) Anyway, people should rely on common sense, fact and personal experience. The only gel I own is Shea Moisture High Porosity Gel. I own it because I like it :). Here is my opinion..my Grandma use to say.."If somebody told you to jump off a bridge, would you??"
Thanks so much for this, Linwood. As someone who suffers from alopecia from an auto-immune disease, my issue has been finding products that don’t trigger more hair loss. My skin is clear, my natural nails are long, I am a diabetic so I am very conscious of what I eat. I find that there are products that cause severe itching which is one of the first triggers and it happens with any product - all natural or with additives. Eco was one such product and finding hair gel is very difficult for me. Bri Hall just brought some areas to light and I think the community just ran with it. My search continues for something that works that doesn’t impede my hair regrowth and I look forward to watching all of your videos. Stay blessed.❤️🌹
Thanks for the information Lin. I personally don't use it because it doesn't work on MY natural 4C hair. If it did, I would use it. As you've stated, if people are going to cancel out this, they have to cancel out everything with chemicals and go straight naturalistic with everything. Everything includes food, body & haircare, household cleaning products, clothing & shoes, paints, pesticides, lawn care, and the list goes on and on and on. So people, stop trippin. If you like it, use it. If you don't like it, then stop using it. It's not rocket science. ❤️
ABSOLUTELY!!! I have said this many times after the "CANCELLING" of ECO became the new witch hunt. I am so glad you made this video. Well done, as your other video are. One definitely have to choose battles wisely.
Edta is a surfactant. Not harmful and quite common. Most people are ok with it, no need to generally vilify it. If it's a problem for you don't use it but most people can.
Great info Linwood. I'm not a serious gel user but most of the Eco gels don't work for me. You told me about the Wetline Extreme and that one works great for me.
Thank you SO MUCH for your honest feedback on these products! Always appreciate being educated.
Thanks so much...its always a blessing to hear truths and not just something people want bto hear because of their vanity...Pro-style gels are awesome come in many formulas so you won't get the brown flaking. They are very inexpensive and can found at you local 99¢ Stores and Dollar Tree! Also it's also a harmless protein gel! Mind you I'm only using a very small amount after I moisterize my hair all over, then I use the gel on the edges, on a part, mostly when I'm wearing a lace front! The gel blends with skin tones and holds the edges down "very well" without moving the unit around...yes, even the wind won't make it budge...! At the end of the day (up to a couple of days) just wet your edges with plain water, the gel is loosed, no pulling, no poison chemicals going into your "brain", and you still have your edges! I found an alternative to the poisonous edge glues since they are NOT made to touch your skin at all! They are NOT hypo-alleglic formulas due to contact dermatitis to chemicals and it saved my edges my health and life for over 15 yrs! These wig glues are practically the same to use super glue! Nasty stuff...
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Linwood, thank you so very much for this video. I don't use any of the Ecostyler gels. I make my diy Flaxseed gel that I learned from UA-camrs. It's cheaper, healthier and you can add whatever essential oils that you like. The hold is great and I have no flaking. It works for me and I'm glad. Again, thanks for your input about the Ecostyler gel cancel hype. I Love You Too Boo!💞🙏😍
Wish I had you for my chemistry teacher. I love chemistry, no thanks to that teacher. You are such an easy to listen to and learn from. Thanks so much! Love your whole crew!
I love my eco styler Gel,Work wonder with my hair,I tried wet line Gel,Also a good gel as well.
I love you Linwood. You dont play about the research! I love that! Thank you for always educating us!
I just started using gels and my hair LOOOVES the Eco Argan oil. Miller and Shea Moisture dried my hair and made it slick crunchy. Eco Argan defines my Curls and they are soft and fluffy. Love love love.❤
Exactly Linwood, school them👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
The pink one makes my curls pop like no other. I’m sticking to it! 💗
This was a very good highlighted video. You put the facts straight and into perspective. A very mature out look on the whole thing xx
The one I use is the castor oil and flaxseed jar and the argan oil jar with the red top
I use the Olive Oil one in the green jar as shown. It is one of the best products I have found that works for me with what I want it to do for everyday. I actually started using it as an alternative to using any of the styling producs from the DevaCurl line as I'm allergic to one of their "natural botanical" ingredients that is in every one of their products across all their lines. I can see why a particular fragrance would cause issues but not fragrance in general. Looking at you honeysuckle and west indian lemongrass...😒
Aww man, lemongrass?! That’s one of my favorites! I can understand discontinuing the use of DC though, allergic reactions are no joke! I just wish more people would read the labels to products in general. I feel like some of the “cancel everything” trends would never happen.
GlamFam It's only the west Indian variety so a different genus than the South Asian one commonly used in cooking, thank goodness! I would be really sad to have to give up my favorite tea.
Well that’s good then! But I can imagine that was an unnerving thing to discover in the first place!
GlamFam Burning scalp and migraines. Not fun. Thankfully just discomfort that benadryl and ibuproufin can take care of once I figure out what the problem is until all of it is gone from myself and environment. Part of why I can't work a makeup counter anymore is exposure to ingredients and I always like to counter the Young Living natural products pushers that most allergies and irritants are plants way to get us to stop using them. I'm fun at home sales parties. 😂
Lol I’m problematic at those parties too, I’m sure those folks hate me! 😂
I’m glad you figured out what was bothering you! A lot of people wouldn’t have realized what the ingredient was.
After throwing away my Eco Styler, I bought wet line extrem gel and it too took my edges away after using it one time. I'm going back to fantasia.
Thanks Linwood. Very informative. I too have several eco style gels. I started out [for years] using the "green top" but have found the other eco gels do not leave my hair as stiff. Thanks again.
I am so happy you did this video.
I've recently had a few friends ask me about this. And I didn't know how to phrase it all I could tell them was its all in the chemistry and composition make up of most products. I told a couple, I wouldn't be too worried about that gel, but more concerned about that shampoo and conditioner you're using. TY this helps me explain it to them. I use to use an Ecostyler gel for curly hair. I liked it, never had an issue with it. But I found a Redken I like more. Turned my waves into bouncy curls.
Hi Linwood! I"m not using The Eco Styler, but I am ready to explore the Extreme Gel of which you have identified as one of your personal favs. What leave in conditioner do you personally use when and if you do a wash and go? Better yet, which has been most satisfying for your 3c/4a clients who do wash and go(s)?
As always, thank you for your generous sharing of knowledge and expertise! 💖🙏🏿
You are your family are just lovely. I smile throughout your entire videos.
Xanthan gum is used in food. It is an emulsifier.
Im pretty sure xanthan gum is a natural substance, so that wouldn't concern me.
Hey Lin, thank you for the info. I have never been an admirer of gel in general. If i want my hair to lay down at the time & my sealant products wont do it it wont get laid down . It's too hard for my liking. I know that's the purpose lol but I almost have to wash my hair the next styling to get it out, if not it will break my hair off. Separating that so-called baby hair ("its just hair baby" haha)on some hair breaks off instead of blending that "baby hair" together to grow with the rest of the hair its one of the reasons I've seen loved one edges leave. Sometimes gel isn't needed on the regular for every style. Only from what I've seen personally. Thanks again. GlamFlam member here!
Watching this while I put eco styler the olive oil one as I make my hair into a bun haha 😆 I love this gel one of my fav ! And I’m a natural girl but sometimes I just don’t care what works for me May not work for the next but do what you feel is best ! Honestly my hair still growing so it’s great for me
Thank you for your informative video on your input on Eco style gel.
Such a pleasure dear. Thank you kindly for watching!
I just use this gel for when ever I put my hair up in like a ponytail but otherwise I don’t really use it for my curls but I definitely think it’s pretty good when you do use it for your curls tho
Thanks Lyn. You're always so informative. it shows you are a teacher.🎓📚🍎
Thank you for not being all in your emotions over this!!! You gave a wonderful explanation of this topic...People that eat junk food from the drive thru, who don't exercise and drink and party every weekend, screaming into the night over some gel!!! Lol!! 😂😂😂
LOL! True story! 🤣
That stuff is strong enough to lay down my curls, but it makes my head itch, flakes up my leave-in conditioner and overall dries my hair out. What do you use to hold down your curls? Thanks for all your hard work and information, I trust you and greatly appreciate your opinions and recommendations. Plus you’re easy on the eyes, so that helps! You and your family are adorable and I wish y’all all the happiness and blessings you can handle.
Aww thank you very much! I use wetline Xtreme gel, I have big issues with ecostyler flaking on me and wetline doesn’t flake on me at all.
Interesting enough I'm watching this video for the first time (I've been seeing the thumbnail for the past week or so) one day after watching a video of Trevor Noah's thoughts on people burning their sneakers and such in protest of a certain sport apparel manufacturer's campaign. He essentially made the same point that you did about individuals concentrating on this one product or brand but your continuing to use or buy into brands/companies when you don't know of or choose to ignore what they put in their products or what they stand for/against. You video as well as his are definitely worth watching. #thattimewhenIwatchedaninnocentvideoanditturnedintoalifelesson
Omg I JUST watched that Trevor Noah video yesterday! I LOVED it! Thanks so much for watching and commenting dear! I appreciate you!
Wow. As an educator myself, this is an video that I 100% loved! I'm not a huge youtuber because so many people have opinions, no real facts or education. I'm very impressed with how many technical terms he defined. I just may subscribe.
Thank you! You addressed everything and now I know why I hate the black gel...lol
Excellent video Boo!! Thank you for sharing your view on that gel. I think if we all read the labels on the products we buy, we would see there's something in everything we eat and use on our bodies. Dr.Afrika stated in one of his video"if it has a label should you really be using it🤔.." I'm not on a super natural kick. I just want to be aware of what I'm exposing myself and my children to. So Thank you and have a fabulous day! It's Juneteenth weekend and I need to get in the mix💃🕺💃🎉🎉
How do you fix gels that flake.
Sunlight Shore hi after you wash it add oil then you cream are leave-in then gel. I love wash and go now..lol
Wahkecia Green thank you so much. Will do this.
It's good this information is coming from someone that is licensed. I cannot worry about every little thing I use. All I can say is Lord let your Blood cover me from hurt, harm and danger.
Thank you for an informative and well thought out video on the subject. Loved the info on the functions of the skin which I did not know. I hope more people see this before making their decision and do their own research.
Such a pleasure! Thanks for watching!
I am WOWWED by your info. My hair broke off at the top of my head and I thought it could be the BP meds now I need to work on my nutrition! Thank you!
Thank you Linwood for this I am going to stick with my high porosity Shea Moisture gel. Great review as allllllllways!!!!
Love your video❤️ Everything you said is all the truth. Use common sense on anything you use or eat🤷🏾♀️ Thank you for sharing..
I don’t like using gel in my hair, because of their chemicals, also if they have Animal by products, I am Vegan, cruelty free. I did try Shea Moisture gel in the jar, it’s says natural and cruelty free, and V. Their gel doesn’t hold my hair, it fells more like a moisturizer. I haven’t used them in a while, now i damp my hair add Shea butter and put it up in a bun.
Thanks for the info. I don't use EcoStyler but my daughter does and it works for her so we won't be changing. I'm a 90's kid so I still use that good ole brown gel when I need it.
Thanks for taking the time to share i appreciate YOU and it.🙋🏽♂️✌
I don't know how much gel you need to use to make your eyes water 😒. In addition, gel dries the hair out, so maybe everyone should lean back from all of this gel anyway. Excellent fact based and educational video.
Glad you shed some light on this because I was lost. Thanks for sharing
My joy, Thanks for watching!
Hi I like that ur so detail. But my son as 4C hair whats the best oil or product overall I can use in his hair to keep it moisturize. My daughter as mix hair its soft up top and dry in the back what can I do for her hair. I'm using castor oil in her hair to keep it moisturized but no matter how much I use the castor oil for hair she say it makes her hair itch than its obsored in her scalp l. I use to use coconut oil and she didn't like it it wasn't moisturizing to hair to me. or if I use a leave-in conditioner in her hair it's still dry. What leave in conditioner will best be for her hair. I do use the softee gel and that's the only gel job that I can use in her hair any other gel won't hold. Also if you can suggest the best edge control that I can use that would be great to thank you.
Thank for always giving us such thorough videos! I just used that very same Eco gel today! I use several brands of gel, it depends on the style I want to achieve.
Still using ...excellent break down as well ...great job
I was waiting on you to do this video 😄 Thank you for the info Lin!
It works great with relaxed hair for molding and shaping. I like the brown Ampro gel. Both can be a bit flaky if combined with an inadequate amount of water or when used with other hair products. Now that I’m natural, I cannot find a product to wave my hair down.
Great take on it! To the point and informative, and bot based on putting your opinion on others! We love to see it!
Thanks for the insight 👏🏾👏🏾
I decided to scan your videos for info on oils and butter for the hair (relaxed) and saw this one. All I can say about it is Thank You for telling the truth through knowledge.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge in such a clear and concise way! You're a gem to the hair health community.
Flaxseed and Black Seed Oil EcoStyle does better with my coils and dries clear.. I don't like the other ones because they dry white and have no hold on my hair.
know thy products, know thy hair. Thanks Linwood.
I have always wanted to know about this product. You
gave a very fair opinion . Very educational!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow, this video is the sound of sanity!!!! Thank you for your common sense approach to this topic.
I like Eco Styler BC it lays my hair down and makes it look neat.
Here using eco styler gel 5 years from this video. It has been my go to since I was little
This is one of the most knowledgeable and informative videos I've ever watched on hair and gel, my first time viewing your channel as well and I am totally subscribed now!! Thanks for a great 12mins 👋
Aww thank you so much! Thanks for watching! Welcome to the GlamFam!
Just because hair gels doesnt work for me it will work for someone else
I love your videos I have subscribed to your channel I have learnt so much from you about hair gels
I love echo style jell and I still use it for the purpose it was made for, the way I use it, I never give it the opportunity to even touch my face or even my scalp, it's only used on my hair as it should be, never had any issues doing it this way
You are so refreshing. Thank you for your informative videos. 👍🏻
Thank you dear! My pleasure!
Sooooo much great info I’m glad I stumbled on your channel!
Very informative. I'm also licensed and have found that most gels that have the hold I am looking for are drying to my hair. So because of that I usually will only wear the gel in my hair for one or two days and then I wash it out. The styles I choose that require gel are temporary styles and not styles I wear for a week or two or more.
Thank you for making this video. This is why I follow you. You are so honest with your opinion. Your channel Rocks!!!
The FDA is involved regarding this issue with ECO gel! Many hair companies use ingredients that are not unhealthy: Toothpaste, lipsticks, eyeshadows, household products, her dyes, relaxers, etc.... Many of these ingredients are band in other countries because of the health risk! It's big business! Sad to say!
I smiled when he brought out the Pro Styl. Great memories!
I love the coconut EcoStyler gel with the brown lid and will continue to use it!! 😊
My 17 yr old daughter has 4c hair and it works on her hair while my 50+ age hair hates it. I do use the Shea Moisture and I love that and also Mixed Chicks styling gel for my thin curly hair...dont know the #. Thanks for speaking to all the chemical based info that you shared. You guys are always very informative.
Well fragrance can be problematic for those with sensitive skin or eczema as fragrance can cause the skin to get irritated and develop a rash. Those with eczema are advised to use skin care items that are fragrance free.
I love your knowledge and your honesty!! ❤️ your amazing 😉
Thank you so much for setting this straight Linwood!
I just want to find products/gel that doesn't leave white residue on my 4b/c hair.😣😢
I have discarded sooooo many hair stylers because of white residue. 😣💸💸💸
I just bought a jar cant let my money go to waste still gonna be using
I totally understand! I don’t understand why so many people were ready to cancel it!
Omg thank you I was just a lil annoyed by that whole trend the "natural hair community" sometimes is to much