{"id":25275,"date":"2022-08-24T15:08:37","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T19:08:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prose.com\/?p=25275"},"modified":"2025-06-19T08:05:10","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T12:05:10","slug":"is-strong-hold-gel-right-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prose.com\/blog\/is-strong-hold-gel-right-for-you","title":{"rendered":"Is Strong Hold Gel Right For You?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/ChQPTlCAejk\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/ChQPTlCAejk\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/ChQPTlCAejk\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Prose: Custom Haircare (@prose)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>What makes Prose Custom Styling Gel special?<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The three star ingredients\u2014aloe, okra and sea moss\u2014are designed to work together to infuse hydration, define curls and prevent unwanted frizz. With three hold levels to choose from, your perfect style is a scrunch away. <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/products\/custom-styling-gel\">Prose Styling Gel <\/a>coats hair and brings multiple fibers together to style hair into any desired shape and provide hold. Use it to refresh your curls, to prep for protective styling, for styled edges and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>When to use gel vs. curl cream?<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This depends on your style and hair needs (we\u2019ve got a post that breaks it down <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/blog\/styling-gel-vs-curl-cream.php\">here<\/a>.) Prose <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/products\/custom-curl-cream\">Curl Cream<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/products\/custom-styling-gel\">Styling Gel<\/a> are designed to work on their own and together. Our gel is made to give you day 1 hold and definition, and shine. Plus, the formula will protect from split ends and unwanted frizz. You can also use it for volume, hold, and definition; to lock in moisture; or to reactivate limp curls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>How do I choose the right gel hold?<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><p>\u201cThere are a few factors to consider when choosing a hair gel, such as the type of gel (light, medium, or strong hold gel), the amount of product you need, and your hair type,\u201d Roberts says.<\/p><p>Prose <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/products\/custom-curl-cream\">Styling Gel <\/a>comes in soft, medium and strong hold.<\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Soft<\/strong>: For light definition and reduced frizz, without any cast.<\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Medium<\/strong>: A flexible hold level, for definition, reduced frizz with a soft breakable cast.<\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Strong<\/strong>: A flexible strong hold gel, for next level definition, reduced frizz and refreshable long-wearing styles.<\/li><\/ul><p>&nbsp;<\/p><p>If you have very fine or thin hair, you may want to try a light hold gel to avoid weighing down your hair. If you have thicker or coarser hair, you may need a stronger hold gel to keep your style in place, Roberts explains.<\/p><p>You also have to consider your hair type. If your hair is oily, then you&#8217;ll want to choose a gel that doesn&#8217;t add too much moisture, as this can make your hair look greasy. On the other hand, if your hair is dry, then you&#8217;ll want to use a gel that adds moisture.<\/p><p>Soft gel can be great for creating natural-looking styles or for adding a little bit of shine. Medium hair gel hold is perfect for most hair types; it provides good hold and definition without being too heavy. A strong hold gel hold is ideal for thick or coarse hair, as it can help to tame unwanted frizz and flyaways, Roberts says.&nbsp;<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>When should I level up my hold?<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ChDkJmYuWHD\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ChDkJmYuWHD\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ChDkJmYuWHD\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Prose: Custom Haircare (@prose)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><p>If you are living in a high humidity environment: a higher hold level will create a stronger protective shaft against humidity entering the hair fiber, disrupting the curl pattern.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Also, if you notice your curls becoming less defined throughout the week, it may be time to up the hold level.&nbsp;<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>When should I choose medium or strong hold?<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><p>This depends on many factors including your hair type, your environment and the style you are going for. 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