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Braiding gel

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These are some personal recommendations for braiding gels for the people that want to have neat and tight braids.
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Strong hold gel

Strong hold gels are used to keep ur hair sleek and molded for long amounts of hours. For styles such as: braids, twists, two braids, etc.
 
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This gel can be used for braids and locs! Very strong hold, but recommended not to use too much in case of build up.
LOCN Edge Control Gel for Twists & Braids 16oz
 
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Highly recommend this brand one of my favorite braiding gels! I use this all the time for my braided hairstyles.
Pure O Natural Neatbraid Beauty Pro Conditioner
 
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This gel is great for low tension braiding styles, has great hold and can last for hours without flaking or drying out the hair.
KISS Colors & Care Braiding Gel, Maximum Hold, 6 oz.
 
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Braiding gel that holds and molds the hair for hours. Can make your hair flake if applied to much.
AllDay Locks Braid Gel 5oz | Extreme Hold
 
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Perfect for longer hairstyles that you want to last for monthsss.
Braid Formula – EBIN NEW YORK
 
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Gel is perfect for loc styles and hold for long amounts of time. But can leave a waxy cast on the hair if too much is added.
Jamaican Mango & Lime Locking Hair Gel 16oz

Soft hold gels

Soft hold gels are gels that leave your hair feeling moisturized and perfect for soft holding hairstyles. Such as sleek bun, loose braids, loose twist, etc.
 
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If you aren’t a fan of super sleek braids and don’t like that dry feeling I highly recommend this brand for you
Shine N Jam | Premium Styling Gel
 
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Great gel that moisturizes the hair leaving it hydrated and has the ability to be molded.
Mint Condition Nourishing Braiding Gel “Extreme Hold”
 
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This gel is great for slick hairstyles has good hold but can have the tendency to feel like it’s melting.
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Great product to moisturize the hair and mold it but still has a melting effect on the hair for super sleek hairstyles.
Kaleidoscope X Da Brat So So Slick Gel 8oz