What do y'all think?! The clumps from this wash day are INSANE! Check out the photos from day 1-3 on my blog: genamarie.co/2021/09/new-nym-curl-talk-gel-oil-review-on-low-density-hair-day-2-3-results/
@krisdiane3 жыл бұрын
Only halfway through, but WOW! Your hair is so shiny, and I don't know if I've ever seen it with such big clumps. 😍 I think I'm partial to your usual, higher volume on top look though. It really suits you. ❤️
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I think the brush had a lot to do with the clumps
@lisalanghart593 жыл бұрын
I loved this gel. I used the Bounce Curl leave in underneath it so I think that helped keep my hair moisturized as I didn’t experience dryness on day 2 & 3. It’s a great drug store option.
@Star-dj1kw3 жыл бұрын
@@lisalanghart59 I wish the Bounce Curl leave wasn’t so heavily perfumed. I bought it but I am so fragrance sensitive that I had to give it to my daughter. Now, the Bounce Curl Avocado and Rose Oil Curl Cream isn’t quite as fragrant so I CAN use it and I love it 💖👍🏼
@lisalanghart593 жыл бұрын
@@Star-dj1kw I love the BC avocado rose oil clump & define cream as well. Haven’t tried it with this Curl Talk gel but suspect it would be good too.
@mtndewdev3 жыл бұрын
I love the nym curl talk line!! Def gonna have to try these!!
@Heismyrock3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Gina. Your hair looks great and I love how well it held up on days 2-3. My hair is very similar to yours so I will def consider trying this. You also recently recommended the Dove gel as a drugstore option. Which do you like better? I use the NYM defining cream and leave in.
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
I like the Dove Gel better because of the thinner formula for my high porosity medium/coarse hair. It's easier to work with and doesn't get that build-up feeling as bad.
@tanja92753 жыл бұрын
Happy Sunday Gena💞.... I'm wondering why iv never tried Not Your Mother's products.... Seeing your curls bounce~ shine ~ healthiness...Has changed my mind Much appreciated for the tutorial 💞
@katave272 жыл бұрын
I bought and used it multiple times now. I LOVE IT!!!!!! It makes my hair thicker. which I like. My curls seem chunkier. And my hair lasts for Days.....!!!!! I honestly love it. I've been searching for a hard hold gel like this. Thanks so much for your videos!!! I would have never known. I hope it doesn't dry my hair out after a while. It definitely is a Hard Hold gel..... Lovin' it!!!
@lillypatty263 жыл бұрын
I’m excited about the new gel. Didn’t even know it was out! I love the mousse too, it seems to have a better hold than the gel previously
@KathleenKC13 жыл бұрын
I haven't tried this yet. Right now my favorite is still the Ouidad Advanced Climate gel. I also really like a thinner product, because I get better distribution. The only problem with the Oidad gel is the cost. When you update your favorite gels chart I will look to see if this is on it.
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
That Ouidad gel is still my fav!! The Dove Shine & Moisture Finishing Gel is a good dupe but just doesn’t have protein
@whatwendylikes3 жыл бұрын
Ouidad does have some good sales on their site! Not just for holidays, but random times as well. Last time I was able to buy two 16 oz climate gel bottles buy one get one free!
@KathleenKC12 жыл бұрын
@@GenaMarie I finally got my hands on the Dove gel. I have not given it a good humidity test yet, but I am really liking it. Thank you for the suggestion and the time and effort you put into your videos & website.
@skirtonbear13 жыл бұрын
Using NYM Curl Talk curl cream and gel for a few years. Hated the mousse, gave it away. Now I’m going to try the oil. And you’re right-I often just use the curl cream and it can easily hold the hair while remaining soft during summer and fall. I add the gel during humid winters and springs.
@kevinmotley80292 жыл бұрын
I watch a lot of curly hair videos, like yours, which I enjoy a lot. I am actually a curly guy here. One thing I see in a lot of curly videos is everyone talking about trying to tame frizz, but I think a lot of that comes down to A LOT of the ladies (and guys 2) OVER touch their hair just WAY too much. When you do that in abundance you are taking all the moisture out of your hair , & poof you got frizz. Just my thoughts
@jasminemarika71223 жыл бұрын
To me this looks better than her Curlsmith routines WOW 🤩 Definitely buying this gel!!
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! The main reason I love Curlsmith though is they don't build up and feel nice on the hair all week. However this NYM gel is a close dupe to the Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer!
@jasminemarika71222 жыл бұрын
@@GenaMarie that’s so funny that you say that because I bought the hold me softly balm and in shower style fixer gel after your video review of all their gels and it works PERFECT here in south FL where the humidity is high at all times! But I run out of both so fast! Could you maybe do a video doing a side by side? Love you! 💖
@dennissems2 жыл бұрын
I finally love this gel, but I use the Bouncr Curl Clump Defining Cream underneath. I sometimes use the Ecoslay Orange Marmalade I underneath then gel and I’ve gotten amazing results. Particularly in South Florida where humidity and heat index are always in the three digits.
@sueh48513 жыл бұрын
Your hair looked great!! I used the curl cream and felt it very heavy and I have thick, low porosity hair. Also made my hair feel hard and not soft. Though gel felt like Giovanni and had hold, it was thick and hard to distribute. I like a softer feel to my hair, but the product does give hold.
@angelag6693 жыл бұрын
It is funny how different people are. I love the original gel b/c it has the right amount of hold for me. I really hate gels that are too hard hold. I find they make my hair feel too producty. But I like my hair much softer and don't care about it lasting for a week. Thanks for the demo. Your hair looks great.
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
So interesting! Thanks for sharing your experience!
@luzarvelo26312 жыл бұрын
Your hair looks amazing!
@linziesantana47483 жыл бұрын
Your results were amazing!
@chernadenaicker43042 жыл бұрын
I feel the exact same about the giovanni gel!!! I thought I was the only person who felt that way, after all the reviews I've watched. 😅
@dawnfrye43433 жыл бұрын
This is great, I’ll be giving it a try soon 👍 I thought their other gel was just me because I didn’t like it either. The mousse is fabulous agreed!
@loriskillman25803 жыл бұрын
I love not your mother's products. I like the kinky curl cream, not so much the curl talk cream. Overall they make great stuff.
@VengefulAngeI3 жыл бұрын
This was a great review! Super thorough! I love how you gave a lot of details with the feel of the product itself and with the feel of your hair each day after using it. I was debating giving it a try but I never have luck with drugstore gels, and now that you mentioned its super thick which I never like, I'm going to pass. Plus I have fine hair and somewhat low density so it's easily weighed down. I also haven't done well with their other stylers either. I love the scalp cleansing oil but that's really it. Thanks for this!
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, the feeling isn't great. I loved my results but wish it was more slippery and easier to apply. A little goes a long way and it takes some water mixed in.
@VengefulAngeI3 жыл бұрын
@@GenaMarie Your hair did come out really nice though! I just tried a new product (the mop top line) the other day and actually went thru something similar - I hated the feel, and I actually got several compliments on my hair that day, but I hated the feel, and it ended up not even holding for 24 hours. 😒
@CJbrieflittlecandle3 жыл бұрын
Not your mothers has an excellent deep conditioning masque as well
@brienethefox8533 жыл бұрын
I already loved this line, but now after seeing your results, IVE GOT to try the stronger hold gel! You hair looks awesome! Btw, would you mind doing a review on the Hask curl care line, if you haven’t already? Thank you!
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I need to try that!
@florl.delgado40932 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Gena. I was really doubting this product. In my hair, using masks instead of conditioner is what really helps my dry hair thus helping styling products to do a better job. I wont lie... still not sure to buy this becuse of the flake reviews. BUT your review was different. That would be the only reason for me to consider it. Thank you agane, sweet Gena.
@GenaMarie2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! It doesn’t flake on me if you don’t use too much. Once I started layering more on top when I refreshed on day 5 I got some flakes in the air when fluffing but they were not visible on the hair.
@jodywagner77603 жыл бұрын
The gel really worked good for my fine textured curls with medium density. I will have a review coming out soon at Life of Fine Curls.
@miya_mia694810 ай бұрын
I have think curly hair and live in Texas so it’s always humid and I’ve been needing something that can hold my curls together without frizz
@snowflakes2153 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! I was excited to see it. How would you compare this gel to the CurlSmith in-shower fixer? Do you like the curlsmith one better? I have been trying that after seeing your other hard hold gel video.
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
They’re very close! The Curlsmith one doesn’t build up though and feels nicer on next-day, less dry. This is a close dupe though for sure
@echoingamy3 жыл бұрын
You’re so beautiful. I really love this look. Subscribed!!!!! 💕 💕 💕
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@leoskiss33902 жыл бұрын
I tried this and it was a little too hard gel cast, it does remind me of the Curlsmith and the Innersense I create hold, they are all similar. I plan on revisiting this gel and pair it with a different cream
@cathylowe33283 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome!!!
@lauries27573 жыл бұрын
Seems like this gel really made your hair shrink or was it the rice curl complex? I really liked the results, lots of sprirally curls, shine, and long lasting hold through day three.
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
Yeah! They did really shrink up a lot. It seems that when I use products amino acids I get more clumps and shrinkage.
@lauries27573 жыл бұрын
@@GenaMarie I prefer length to shrinkage. What products are good for that?
@easko44182 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I also didn’t like the NYM gel or Giovanni. I will take your recommendations.
@ojosdepechicheonline2 жыл бұрын
Gena Marie... thanks for all your tips and tutorials... what type of bonnet you use? Mine is too big and crunch my curls at night...I have similar hair length as yours...
@lorimartin78503 жыл бұрын
I got brave and did a refresh! Usually I just take my hair down from a scrunchie and shake it and go. I use Not Your Mothers Mousse. I can get a good refresh with only water. I did use just a bit of mousse with water, and my hair looked oily at the scalp. Wonder if I need protein versus moisture. I do use Hairitage conditioner and wonder if that contributed to my hair having an only feel. I really have no idea what I'm talking about, just have heard you talk about it. Help!!!
@joelmaramos14772 жыл бұрын
This product is free for low-poo, do you recommend a kit that is?
@rdml11253 жыл бұрын
Can you review Tresemme Flawless curls line?
@fayeberman92183 жыл бұрын
I want to try the hard hold gel. The original gel just made my hair sticky, and it flaked.
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
Same I didn’t like it either!
@mrspress80573 жыл бұрын
Where did you get your bonnet? I have tried two different bonnets and neither worked for me, but that one looks like it might be just what I’m looking for.
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
here you go! rstyle.me/+qjRrfDWjP_t3wmrlUKOz1g
@Melanie1973333 жыл бұрын
I used the not your mothers curls line, but my question to you is I noticed you didn’t use the leave in , and went directly to the curl cream. Do you use a leave in when you use the curl cream or do you use one or the other?
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
I dont usually use both because curl creams also provide moisture so it doesnt seem necessary. However perhaps that would have helped in this routine because this Curl Talk cream doesnt feel very softening
@Melanie1973333 жыл бұрын
@@GenaMarie I always wondered if I should use both, or just one or the other. I don’t like putting too many products in my hair especially fragranced products since my skin is so sensitive, so if I can eliminate one which should I eliminate? Leave in or curl cream?
@GenaMarie2 жыл бұрын
I would say eliminate leave in, because curl cream has added benefits for curl definition and clumps. As long as your curl cream is moisturizing leave in is not needed in my opinion
@avrillover112 жыл бұрын
Could this oil be used for pre-poo?
@shirleyalessi3082 жыл бұрын
Is it curly girl friendly w polyquat in it?
@lady2533 жыл бұрын
Hi! Could u do a review on tgin honey miracle deep conditioner?
@Star-dj1kw3 жыл бұрын
It is very moisturizing. Sally’s sells it. You will love it.
@jenns53513 жыл бұрын
Watched several different reviews on this. Everyone got flakes. Watching yours, you didn't have any flakes on days 1-3? Want to try it but don't wanna look like I have my own snowstorm going on
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
No flakes! I double checked because the original Curl Talk gel flakes some say. This is the new Hard Hold gel
@florl.delgado40932 жыл бұрын
I saw this also. Same reason I haven't tried it.. Im assuming it didn't happen to Gena becuse she said to use small amounts in sections. I realized sectioning is really helpful cuse you have an exact idea of the amounts you are using,, where as just plopping gel on your hair, your not really sure if you need more. (We tend to think we do) She also mentioned to water it down if you must, becuse of the HARD hold it has. But on the flipside, I think, if the product says it won't flake, IT JUST SHOULDNT!! Since its affordable.. MAYBE I'll considera it. I just hate to hear about it and chance it, you know? Its a waste of money, time and even frustrating!
@GenaMarie2 жыл бұрын
UPDATE! I’m now on day 5 and I refreshed yesterday by adding more cream gel and then today by just adding water and a little cream.. and I do see flakes on surfaces around me but not on my actual hair. So interesting! Usually you’ll be able to see the flakes on the hair but luckily I don’t. It’s just when I’m fluffing it looks like dust on my dark desk I’m sitting at. I think this happened because I layered on extra gel when I refreshed
@mary.gold11113 жыл бұрын
I see your wash and condition let's u detangle hair easily......I'm using this CG approved conditioner and my hair is like a bird's nest, I cannot detangle! Do u know why?
@GenaMarie3 жыл бұрын
I usually detangle my hair dry before getting the shower with a little oil in sections. Then, I use a conditioner first to detangle once my hair is wet. Then shampoo and use a mask after or conditioner again
@mary.gold11112 жыл бұрын
@@GenaMarie I always thought CG ways was to detangle curky hair only wet and never dry......butninwill try your suggestion, thanks
@katave272 жыл бұрын
@@GenaMarie Yes, i've been doing this too. Works wonders.
@Nikki-ko8uo2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely hate the new hard hold gel. It smells like chemicals and the hold on it was was so extreme (I LOVE hard hold but this was on another level) it immediately dried out my hair. I kept it to strictly use on my edges.
@joelmaramos14772 жыл бұрын
This product is free for low-poo, do you recommend a kit that is?This product is free for low-poo, do you recommend a kit that is?
@dennissems2 жыл бұрын
I finally love this gel, but I use the Bouncr Curl Clump Defining Cream underneath. I sometimes use the Ecoslay Orange Marmalade I underneath then gel and I’ve gotten amazing results. Particularly in South Florida where humidity and heat index are always in the three digits.
@sharissehewell27572 жыл бұрын
I'm definetly going to have to try some of these things because I'm in South Florida too and the humidity is just horrible. My hair is always dry and I end up throwing it in a bun 🙁
@dennissems2 жыл бұрын
@@sharissehewell2757 I know what you mean. I would use your favorite moisturizer if leave in. But don’t use too much; otherwise you’ll dilute a bit the hard hold gel. That has been the only way I’ve been able to get results. It still frizzes but not too bad