Who wants to buy a new bottle of gel every other day? We’re sure you don’t! If you need help finding the best hair gel for thick hair textures, no sweat: We’ve rounded up our tried and true hair gels. Read on:
Best Hair Gel for Thick Hair: 4 Options for Any Hairstyle
1. Super Strong Hold
If you’re looking to create styles like mohawks (or even fauxhawks) on thick hair textures, you’ll need a hair gel that will allow your style to stay in place. That’s why we like Bed Head by TIGI Hard Head Mohawk Gel. Yes, as the name suggests, it’s ideal for creating mohawk looks, but there are so many other styles you can create with this extra-hold formula: braids, twists, updos and slicked back styles.
2. Curly Hair
TRESemmé Flawless Curls Defining Gel is one of our favorite hair gels for curly hair at the moment. This lightweight, alcohol-free formula works on all hair curl textures. Whether hair is thin or thick, it leaves curls super defined and soft to the touch.
3. Wavy Hair
Finding the best hair gel for wavy hair types truly depends on what type of wave you want to achieve. You can go for super defined waves or a loose, natural finish. TRESemmé Make Waves Shaping Gel Cream helps create texture and volume—two things you need for the perfect beach wave hairstyle.
4. Sleek Styles
When wearing your hair in a sleek updo on thick hair types, the key to nailing the look is using the right product. The best hair gel for thick hair to create these kinds of styles is one that’s formulated to provide a firm hold. Nexxus Exxtra Hold Sculpting Gel not only provides a firm-hold finish for all hair types; it also imparts a luminous shine.
