Homemade flaxseed gel - the buzz

Ok, making homemade flaxseed gel is not new, but I recently made a batch over Labor Day weekend for the first time. OMG! #loveit! I went to my local health food store and picked up a bag of flaxseed (linseed). I used a quarter cup of flaxseed and 2 cups of purified water. I added both to a pot and waited for it to boil. Once it started to boil, I began to stir the mixture so the seeds would not stick to the pot. When it reached a slightly thick consistency, I removed it from the stove. In retrospect, I should have removed it sooner because it seems like the blob after I strained and cooled it. I was concerned about hold but it dries with a nice hold. It feels softer the second day.  I was left with the best darn curl definition for a wash n go since I started my journey.  It is easy peasy to make and super cheap because you can re-use the seeds.

Here is a video of how to make it from youtube and my results:

Have you made flaxseed gel?

Update:

I forgot to mention that you should keep the flaxseed gel in the refrigerator so it does not go rancid unless you have a preservative like grapefruit seed extract. About six drops should be sufficient.  Enjoy!

Product Review - Darcy's Botanical Avocado and Wild Plum Twisting Cream

The Avocado and Wild Plum twisting cream is thick and creamy and formulated for hair types 3-4. You can use it to moisurize and soften dry, course coils.

It contains organic aloe vera juice, distilled warer, avocado oil, organic palm oil, vegetable emulsifying wax, botanical oil complex, panthenol, wild plum, phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol, ylang ylang and lemon essential oils. It comes in an 8 oz. jar. On the company's website it sells for $12.00.

I used this product to do a twist/bantu knotout.   Check out my product review and tutorial below:

Have you tried this product?  What did you think of it?

Product review: Darcy's Botanicals Curling Cream Gel

Please check out my video product review for the Curling Cream Gel from DB.

Have you tried Darcy's Botanicals Curling Cream Gel?

Product Review: Uncle Funky's Daughter Thirsty Curls

Thirsty Curls is a leave-in revitalizer for kinky and curly textures.  The label says that it revives the bounce in curls without rewashing and great for post-gym and second day curl refreshing. It contains glycerin, coconut water, nettle extract, chamomile extract, rosemary leaf  extract, among other things. The bottle is a spray bottle with 8 oz of liquid. It cost $15.

I applied it to damp hair and scrunched my hair. I use a spray bottle to add moisture to my hair so that its not drenched or soaking wet. I separated my hair in medium-sized sections.  A little goes a long way. The spray makes it really easy to apply to my hair. It doesn't leave my hair sticky or crunchy. My hair has defined, springy curls. I don't need to re-apply throughout the day.  It cuts down on my styling time. I will definitely use it in my arsenal.  Check out the results below:

 

 I was not paid for this review.  Have you tried Thirsty Curls?

update: I posted the incorrect price. It is not $25, it is $15. Sorry guys.

Product Reivew - Tropic Isle Living Jamaican Black Castor Oil Shampoo

I will be doing a product review of Tropic Isle Jamaican Black Castor Oil Shampoo:

I would use this product in my arsenal as indicated from the video. I am so loving this shampoo.

Product review: CURLS Creme Brule

Curl Creme Brule is made by CURLS. It is a cream styler that is used to define and moisturize curls without hold. It has the consistency of lotion but works like a gel without the sticky feeling on your fingers. It comes in an 8 oz. bottle that sells at retailer for $12.50 at my store www.facebook.com/tiffanysnaturaltreats.

It does not contain sulfates, silicones, parabens, mineral or petrolatum oils. It is formulated with aloe leaf juice, glycerin, sweet almond oil, and other ingredients. For your second day look, they recommend using Lavish Curls Moisturizer. A product review on Lavish Curls Moisturizer is coming later this week. 
I used this product for more than two months with great results. I especially love the look for twists. My hair feels soft and moisturized. It also looks shiny. I don't need to add any oils to my hair but I like to add coconut oil when my hair is wet.  I would give two thumbs up.  At this price point, it is cheaper to some products that promise the same results.

Have you tried it?