If you’re new to the Curly Girl Method, you may be overwhelmed at the vast amount of curly hair products on the market. I would recommend that you find a blogger that has a similar curl type and porosity and try using their favourite products. They’ll probably work for you, too!
I’ve been following the Curly Girl Method for over 3 years and tried several different curly hair gels. But, when I tried the Jessicurl Spiralicious Styling Gel, it blew them all out of the water. First, let’s take a look at the Jessicurl Spiralicious Gel ingredients. It actually comes in 3 varieties: No Fragrance, Tropical Fantasy, and Citrus Lavender. I tried the No Fragrance gel.
Now, you might notice that last ingredient and panic. Alcohol?! I thought we were supposed to avoid that at all costs! Ethanol is a necessary component in Polyquaternium 69 which is one of the ingredients we use in that gel. Because there is so little ethanol, it will not affect your curls’ moisture level.
When I first started using Jessicurl Spiralicious Gel, I was surprised at the thick, milky white consistency. It almost looks like a cream-gel blend when you squirt it out of the tube. Because I have low porosity hair, I first squeeze the water out of my hair with an old t‑shirt. Then I apply the Spiralicious Gel evenly to my palms, glide them over my curls downward, and scrunch upward. Most of the time, I’ll clip the top sections of my hair and allow it to air-dry.
Although this is a thick, strong hold gel, it’s popular among lots of curly girls-ranging from fine 2a/2b waves to tight 3c curls. It doesn’t weigh hair down, but it does provide excellent definition and bounciness. Compared to other gels I’ve used, this gel has almost no frizz. And it helps my curls clump into tight, well defined ringlets. While other gels don’t last as well, I have fantastic 2nd and 3rd day hair with this gel. Although it’s a bit pricier than a drugstore gel, it is totally worth it to me!
Another option is to purchase Jessicurl products from Love thy HnS (stands for Hair and Skin 🙂 ), an online boutique in Quebec. Jessicurl Spiralicious Gel Citrus Lavender, 8 Oz. Jessicurl Spiralicious Styling Gel, Island Fantasy, 8 Oz.
Have you ever tried the Jessicurl Spiralicious gel in Canada or the US? And what is your current favourite styling product(s)?
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What it is: Spiralicious is much thicker than Confident Coils and very gel-like in consistency but does not flake in the hair like many gels can. What it does: While it can dry crunchy, that initial crunch scrunches out really easily, leaving the hair very soft to the touch, but the curls hold up all day. No ramen-noodle curls here!
One of the best parts about it is the frizz control. What else you need to know: Seriously people, the frizz control on this stuff is NO JOKE! If you currently use Rockin' Ringlets, you'll find that the two work together really well. If you don't find you need a curl enhancer (which is what Rockin' Ringlets is), Spiralicious will provide you with fabulous hold and frizz control but without giving you "helmet head." It's pretty awesome.
*Ingredients may vary slightly due to formula updates by brands. Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure. Phenoxyethanol is one of the most widely used preservatives in skincare (and for good reason!).It has a large spectrum of antimicrobial activity and especially effective bacteria, yeast, and mold while only having a weak effect on your skin's natural microbiome. On a cellular level, it disrupts the cell membranes of microbes by poking holes that make the cell leak. This shuts down the chemical reactions the microbe needs to make energy so it can no longer survive.Another perk of this ingredient is that it stays functional across a wide pH range (3-10). You'll often see it paired with boosters like Ethylhexylglycerin; one study showed that a 1:9 ratio of Ethylhexylglycerin to Phenoxyethanol damages bacterial membranes as effectively as doubling the Phenoxyethanol concentration on its own. Typical use concentrations range from 0.3-1% depending on the formula, and this ingredient is capped at 1% int the EU.Safety-wise, the fear mongering does not hold up to the evidence. The EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety and FDA consider it safe as a preservative at up to 1%, including for children of all ages. Adverse systemic effects only showed up in animal studies at exposures roughly 200x higher than what people get from cosmetics. And despite its very widespread use, this ingredient is a rare sensitizer and allergic reactions are uncommon. Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.So why is it so popular? You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water.
- Variations: No Fragrance, Tropical Fantasy, Citrus Lavender.
- Consistency: thick, milky white; gel-like, not flaky.
- Hold and frizz: strong hold with excellent frizz control and curl definition.
- Porosity considerations: suitable for a range from fine waves to tight curls; low porosity users may prefer pre-drying steps.
Why Spiralicious stands out
Compared to other gels I’ve used, Spiralicious creates tight, well-defined clumps and ringlets without weighing hair down. It provides durable hold into second and third days and minimizes frizz, even in humidity. The initial crunch can be scrunched out, leaving hair soft to the touch while preserving curl pattern for all-day wear.
For best results, apply to damp hair, distribute evenly, scrunch toward the scalp, and consider clipping top sections to promote air-drying. Some users report that the gel dries crunchier, but that crunch easily softens with light scrunching or finger-gliding after it sets.
In summary, Spiralicious combines a gel-like viscosity with a creamy feel, offering strong hold, frizz control, and excellent curl formation across a broad spectrum of curl types. While the price may be higher than drugstore options, the performance and longevity often justify the investment for many curl enthusiasts.
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Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.So why is it so popular? You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water.
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