Quick FAQs on this Gel: #1: Store in fridge ONLY [Not shelf stable at all, unless you add a preservative] #2: This will last me 2 GOOD weeks before I start sniffing around to make sure it didn't go bad. 👀😆

For those who do not use metric: *2 cups water and 1/4 cup whole flax seeds* will give you the results shown here. I follow a similar technique (medium-high "boil" for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally) however, I find it much easier (less messy, too) to strain the still piping hot gel through a METAL sieve into a large container. The hot gel is so liquid-y that it falls easily through the mesh, no squeezing required. Also, I find that it yields a lot more this way than if I let it cool down and use pantyhose or cheesecloth to squeeze the gel through. (Thanks for the recipe! It really is foolproof!)

Tip: don't throw away the seeds, it still has a lot of gel in it and the seeds make it even better for a face mask, or any other spot. Leave it untill it dries then wash it out. It evens tones/color and makes your skin suuuuuuper smooth and bright

- on medium high heat put 600ml of water in a pot - add 1/4 cup whole flaxseeds into pot - mix flaxseeds around so all of them are submerged in the water - bring pot to a boil - when it starts foaming up like crazy give it a good stir - turn off heat once you see the gel like consistency - let the gel sit in the pot for 30 minutes to 1 hour - boom, you just made flaxseed gel

Hi! Thanks for the video! A tip for you: you can freeze the excess gel. I use ice cub tray and I take 1 cube the night before or even 1 hour before and it will still have the same consistency. You can bottle what you need for 1-2 weeks and freeze the left over. No more waste!

Suggestion: To make for easy separation of gel and seeds, place seeds in a metal strainer that sits perfectly in the pot without being held. Pour hot water over the seeds into the pot until the seeds are submerged in the water. (pouring already hot water over the seeds allows the boiling time to speed up). Bring to a boil and look for the thick mucus to form. I usually separate them right away because then I don't have to smash the seeds into the strainer to separate the remainder of the gel from the seeds. but allowing them both to sit for a while is fine also. Pour the gel into the desired container and allow to cool down. Easy separation, less messy, no panty hoes needed, easy clean up.

I love the ratio of the seeds and water, it comes out perfectly every time! The only thing I hate is after I made a fresh batch, I would see mold starting to form on it by the time it’s time for me to retwist my locs. I’ve discovered a solution that will fix that problem and I’m not sure why I’d never thought about it before. Last time I made a batch, after it was cooled, I added a few drops(maybe 5 drops) of tea tree oil along with my jojoba oil in my concoction. I did this two retwists ago, that’s over two months ago and my gel still smells fresh like I just made it and no mold! The tea tree oil naturally kills fungus, so it’s hard for it to form. I just wanted to share that and help anyone else that has thrown away a batch due to mold. Also I keep it refrigerated. You’ll thank me later! 😊

600ml= approx 2.5 cups you're welcome 😉

Girl stop...That "Really Old" wash and go is popping 💕 I wish wash and Go's would work for me like that lol

Idk whether to call myself cheap or efficient but i didn't want to go out looking for pantyhose nor did i have a strainer so i used my hair bonnet as a strainer 😂 and of course i washed it and continued to use it as a bonnet 😭

I normally put 1-2 drops of pure tea tree oil to about 24 to 32 flo Oz of the gel to preserve it. Stays weeks to 2 months when done and stored in the fridge. Also good for dandruff and itchy scalp. Don't use tea tea if you're allergic or sensitive to it.

Did you know that you can just pour it through a strainer hot and it will give the exact same results and takes a couple of seconds?? Just make sure your metal strainer has holes small enough not to let the seeds go through. I add rosemary and lavender for hair growth and a little bit of vitamin e to help preserve it. You can also add aloe vera to help preserve it. It's also VERY good for your skin (your whole body).

Watching you squeeze out the gel is so visually satisfying 😩😂

"I don't think you can mess up this recipe"Me: *messes up the recipe*😅

This is a good ass, quality video. *sigh* We appreciate you Nap and the years of effort, researching and filming that you have done for us. ✊🏽💛

This is the ratio I've found works best for the most similar consistency: 1/4 cup flax seeds + 2 cups (480 ml) water I made this twice before and I was using 1/4 cup with 500 ml but it was turning too watery in my opinion... I hope this helps! 😉

I’ve been making this gel for 8 or 9 years. It can be used on any hair type. The consistency depends of the seed to water ratio and boiling time I add essential oils. I like mine somewhat watery. It works well over my leave in and only flakes if I am heavy handed. I use a metal strainer because I’m not about that pantyhose thing. The downside is you have to refrigerate it and you have to use it up pretty quickly because it will go bad after about two weeks. I make only enough for four uses. Another con is You can’t really travel with it. There are commercial gels by Aunt Jackie, Jason, and on Etsy made with flaxseed but of course they have other stuff to preserve. FSG is by far the CHEAPEST gel you can use. So when people try to say being natural is expensive I say that is not a given because it depends on how you choose to spend your money. Also you can NOT use ground flaxseeds to make this. If you put the boiled flaxseeds in a Tupperware container with a lid you can store it. Then you can boil them again later using half as much water as the first time and yield more gel. With a bag of flaxseeds being about $4 like I said super cheap.

Hi Whitney, so I made your flaxseed gel and did my first ever wash n go using your homemade liquid black soap, banana deep condish, your oil mix, Shea mix and flaxseed! I wish I could show you pix. I've never seen my hair look this stunning!!! thank you so much for introducing me to my new way of keeping it natural! I'm so grateful, God bless you and your family and may He enrich you 😘😘

Thanks for the updated no fuss recipe! Just a small tip to make it even easier: After you get the desired consistency use a strainer to pour it into a heat proof container and let it cool..no squeezing or pantyhose needed. Then pour it into your plastic squeeze bottle. Thanks again!

Okay, this recipe truly *IS* perfect! I had to make 1/2 the suggested amount (1&1/4 C water & 1/8 C flaxseed) because it was way more than I could use the 1st time. Gel is perfect every time tho! I strain mine **immediately** from the heat through a mesh strainer instead of letting it thicken first.

To be honest, I would probably spend more time playing with the gel than actually using it lol.

Because of you I'm learning how to revive my hair and I find that your D.I.Y products are way better for my hair than store bought products. My hair has been the same length for 3 years because it keeps getting damaged and I have to keep cutting it off. Now I'm bench watching all your videos learning how to take care of my hair and also as of March 13th my birthday I said NO TO HEAT we have broken up. So please post more videos I can't get enough of you

This looks so good. My beautiful great niece asked me to make her something so that her hair doesn't get frizzy. I'm going to try your recipe with a little slippery elm, fenugreek, horsetail and maybe some marshmallow root. You are still inspiring!

Literally every hair gel from the store makes my head itch like crazy! This is great, thanks a lot!

NEW Video just went Up! #NaturalHair Finally Updating my ORIGINAL Flaxseed Gel Recipe and Method in preparation for my next Wash & Go video! This is the #LazyGirl way I've been making it for years now! And it yields a PERFECT gel consistency and texture EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. If you're looking to perfect your favorite flaxseed gel recipe, be sure to watch " DIY | Make PERFECT Flaxseed Hair Gel EVERY TIME! Fool-Proof Method" Xo! ❤️

I know I’m late on this but out of desperation Ive come to the realization that I have to give up my Ecostyler Gel... that is all I’ve been using for the past 5 years that I’ve been natural and I’ve had chronic dry scalp and flaking and have not been able to pinpoint the issue. I’ve cut out all inflammatory foods from my diet for the past 6 months and have still not seen any improvement. Just yesterday I finally attempted the flax seed gel.... I don’t know if it came out exactly as it should have but I couldn’t believe the amount of hold it gave me, without the hard, dry cast that I’ve become accustomed to with Ecostyler Gel. I’m going to commit to 1 month of using only flaxseed gel and I’ll update with my results. I’m hoping for an improvement! Fingers crossed!

Facts! My hair started breaking like crazy after I stopped using it for a while, I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. Once I start back using it, immediately my hair was more manageable, curls was popping. This gel is a "NEED" for my hair and not a choice. I bet I wont go without it for too long anymore.

I made this today and after it cooled I added some lavender and rosemary oil. After cooling in the refrigerator for a couple of hours I decided to try it, I will never buy and type of curl definer again my hair is beautiful and so shiny.

Sooo I stopped making flax seed gel because of the amount of effort required, but I made it today using this method and OMG. IT. TOOK. LESS. THAN. A. MINUTE. Not kidding. One minute to squeeze the gel out! Glad I saw this video because I was about to start the hunt for the Flax seed eco styler!

I love how you are updating your videos especially since I've been following you from your first video.....You are the reason why I learned my hair and finally understand my hair journey When you started your videos I left perming 3 or 4 years and was clueless on how to care for it muchas gracias for everything you do....Love the update

I feel so enlightened I never knew you could do this! Can’t wait to try it!

This is soooo perfect!!! Ive been making it for over a yr now n the consistency has been up n down but your way is PERFECT!!! THANK U!!!!

I made this for my daughter and it works AMAZING! I've tried everything in stores to get this look and nothing worked! All the store products left her hair dry and damaged. This works like MAGIC! Thank you for making this video! She is now telling all her curly girl friends at school about your channel and flax seed gel! 💗💗💗

Skin popping ,Hair popping ,personality popping!!!! omg I ❤ her

I'm obsessed! This is an awesome video. I have been wanting to go zero waste and had no idea how to get hair gel that wasn't in a plastic bottle. Thanks to you, now I know!

Make this apart of the brand 🙌🏽 i went back to the original videos for all the timeless gems 😊

Tip from me to you: Do NOT use panty hose with reinforced toes!

YES, YES, YES!!! Best ever gel. I have been making this gel from your first video. Made some on April 27th. My curls are holding for days ( week or more). Double strain twist /Bantu knot (leave for 2 days), loosen knots, leave hair tightly curled,. The curls will loosen and fall in place. I get lots of great comments.

Hi! I have been so thankful for this stuff for about 3 years now. Will not be without it because my hair becomes frizzy and unmanageable. I DO take it with me on trips- long and short ones. I have put vitamin E in it and will try tea tree oil. But, even without those, my gel is okay for short trips (up to 2 full days) and for long trip, I just store it in any refrigerator that I can find. Hotel rooms, family, etc. True, that you do not want to go and leave it in the fridge. I actually leave myself notes so that I remember to retrieve it before we leave OR just put it back in my bag after using it the morning that I am leaving. This stuff is that good. I like that after it dries it does not flake! I can even reapply it for a few days and no flakes. I have smoothed it over styled hair for use as hairspray. Strong hold! Love this stuff.

The best flaxseed DIY I seen so far. Love it. Am trying this next time!

I've used Ecostyler in the past but it flakes and doesn't mix with many of my products. :/ I don't like the fact that it contains a bunch of chemicals anyways, so this is the perfect chance for me to finally try out flaxseed gel. I've watched a couple of vids for DIY hair creams/stylers so I think I'm gonna mix the gel with my curl enhancing smoothie and some shea butter. Can't wait to take out these crochet locs next month and try it out!

honestly dude just the squeezing process has me excited!

I made this! The definition! The hold! The shine! And the softness! My ecostyler is going in the trashhhh. I added a tiny bit of avocado oil, rosemary oil, and lavender oil. My first batch sucked, too watery. Did absolutely nothing for my hair. So I used more seeds and a little less water. This time it was perfect! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

I had to come back to this video, I love wash n go's, and slick syles! But store-bought gels have been making my hair fall out, so I was searching for homemade gels and I saw this one that I had forgotten about! But I know your recipes are always good, so I'm going to try this out. Thank you!💜

YALL I USED ONE CUP OF FLAXSEEDS INSTEAD OF 1/4 KILL ME THERES SO MUCH SEEDS

the way she dropped the bag of seeds for some reason made me think of a placenta...why brain?..why? lol

Thank you soooooooo much, I can always depend on you to give me the best info. I saw you do this years ago, and I made it once and never went back! My hair has suffered, so now I have to make up for lost time.. thanks again, you are amazing

BRILLIANT!! Have been trying for decades to get the results this just gave me .Easy ,cheap and friendly to my hair head and most importantly the planet ( ORGANIC flaxseed is a must ) Thank you so much .

This is awesome stuff. I added some dried rosemary to the flax seed as I was cooking it, then added several drops of lavender essential oil to the gel once it was strained. They both have antiseptic & preservative qualities & are good for hair.

I just finished using this gel. OMG I AM IN LOVE. Came out perfectly and I am in love. Parts that I thought would be frizzy until I washed again. Not so. Best of all, I didn't have an allergic reaction. I and some left over.

I made this last night and used it today for the first time. I'm blown away. My hair looks fabulous. I put some rosemary essential oil in it because I read it can be used as a preservative. We'll see. But I'm really happy with hit. No more Devachan gel!! No more plastic waste! Thank you!

I’m so happy to be watching your video! So beautiful! Super excited to try this

No other gel has worked for me the way this does!! I found your original recipe a few years ago and been hooked ever since ❤

Flaxseed gel is one of my fav products ever. My hair loves this stuff. I like it pretty thick though and I add marshmallow root for added slip. Works like a charm.

Great video, thank you for this! I'm new to flaxseed gel, only made one batch so far. I love it so so much! I'm going to try your recipe!

Thanks so much for sharing this recipe! I hope it'll be a game changer for my thin, frizzy / curly hair. xo

I am SO GLAD you did this... I made flax gel once before and not having it come out thick enough was the problem. Now I'm ready to give it a second try. You're amazing Whit.

Whitney is definitely the Muva of Natural hair 🙌🏾👑❤️

Going to try this RIGHT NOW! So excited. I stopped buying and using regular curl gels and I’m incorporating more natural oils and products, this will fit right in.

Thank you so much!!! This was really helpful. All store bought gels make my skin itch. Even my hands while I am putting it into my hair. You saved my life with this!! Thank you!!!

Jus used ur technique and lemme tell u I was soooo nervous I'd mess it up but it came out perfectly thanks for this great video definitely subscribing!

Yay thank you! Can you do another DIY deep conditioner soon?

Girl I love what you did with your hair!

Thanks again Whitney!! I will be trying this immediately. I love your curls.

you are gorgeous! And so are your curls. Can't wait to try your method. It's always hit or miss for me! xo

Great! Comes out wonderful each time. My variation is to not use as many flaxseeds, nor boil it for too long. I get a thinner gel consistency that is pourable while still hot, through a strainer (no need for stockings to extract the gel) My hair is not very thick, so this consistency works for me, and quick too. .

Can’t wait to try this!!! Thanks girl!

Thank you lady! I can’t wait to try this!!

So yeah it’s 4am and I can’t sleep and I stumbled upon this video so I’m up making it…..anyone else up we hours of the morning wanting to jump up and make this right now!? Satisfying video. Ty!

Much appreciated. First I've heard of FS gel and I will be giving this a try.

Thank you! You've inspired me to try this. I just tried a rice water rinse this week and I'm loving the results! I think this flax seed gel will have protein in it and will act like DevaCurl light defining gel, which my hair loves! Your 4 day hair looks great!

I use this gel for like 5 years now. best thing ever❤

Thank you this is so helpful because my hair is extremely thick and curly and doesn’t really show definition❤️ Also instead of throwing the linseeds out you can put it in the freezer and then reuse it and as ur making it can u can add a nice smelling oil

I can’t believe how easy this was to make. I left it for a few more minutes to be a bit thicker. My hair is so laid right now. Amazing!!

New subbie! Girl I just made this thanks! Easier than any other video I've watched to make this gel

Yes! Back to basics! Love it Whit!! ❤❤😆

I just poured it through a fine strainer when it was hot and it turned out great! Thanks for the video :)

Gurrrrrrl! I came across your video 30 days ago. And this recipe has change my hair regiment for life. I have 4a type hair my curls are now super define and moisturized with no frizzy roots. Thank you, thank you, Thank you!

Thank you for posting the update. I watched your first video in 2010 or 2011 when I started getting into the curly girl method. I stopped making the gel after a few years because it takes so long, but I ran into a line of hair products that wrecked my hair so I am trying to get back into natural/DIY products again. I love that I don't need to burn my hands to make flax seed gel anymore! Haha!

*yesss love your diysss*

After spending way too much money on Diva Curl and losing hait I'm excited to try this. Thank you so much for sharing!

Thank you soooooooo, your method is perfect. God bless you for all your time and effort making these informative videos. 🤗❤️🤗💐

I just found this!!! I am so glad, I was about to give up making this gel. This recipe was perfect!!!!

Making this for my roommate to help him with his hair care! Thank you so much! 💖💖

Omg watching you squeeze the gel out was soooo satisfying 👌🏼😍

My favorite natural KZfaq! So glad I found your channel again!

Just watched and read comments and I am SO EXCITED to try this!!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

Whitney squeezing the gel from the panty hose was the most satisfying thing I've ever seen! I don't know why! Great video

Yay!!! Thanks for the video I can’t wait to try! I’ve been making flax gel for about 3 years with similar ratios. I normally don’t boil as long and strain right away with a metal strainer. I add honey and fresh aloe, with essential oils. But this consistency is a lot thicker and I’m very interested to see how it holds !!!! Been feeling like I need to tweak my recipe lately !

Thank you SO much for this guide! It made my hair so soft and shiny!

This is the BEST video I've watched on making flaxseed gel. Well done 👏👏

This recipe works a treat. I used a fine strainer/sieve to put my flaxseeds in whilst boiling on the stove. To keep separate. Then at the end when it had cooled down i didnt have to use panty hose to strain it. Just put into ice cube trays and freeze till needed. I use two frozen cubes for long hair. Perfect. Thanks for your video. Great job?

Thank you so much for this video tutorial!! Ive tried 3 times and couldn’t get the gel to strain, it was too thick. But after this video i got it on the first time! It really is perfect lmao🙏🏾 TYSM

I'm so excited. Making this for the 1st time now. You were right that it didn't take long to boil. Had my back turned for 2 mins, maybe 3 & it was boiling over! Just pulled it off the burner to cool. Can't wait to use it. Ladies don't forget to get a container store it in. I didn't even think about but found & washed out a glass container from my recycling.

Your curls are BEAUTIFUL! I LOVE THEM!😍 They're perfect!

Yay notification squad!! I love your channel!

I looooved the Aloe Vera tutorial and never tried this before! Thanks for sharing!!! I'm going to try this next wash day 😊

Wonderful video. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe and method. And your hair is absolutely gorgeous!!!😍😍😘

This was so cool! I have never seen anything like this. I will try! My hair is not as curly as yours, but it will proabebly give me a nice result! Thank you very much!

Here in 2020 ? .. Thank you for this gal your channel inspired me to start mine, I tried your way and it worked perfectly, thank you ❤️❤️😊