Wella Shockwaves Ultra Strong Power Hold Gel, 200ml

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Aromatic appeal: Fragrances can make your haircare experience more enjoyable, adding a pleasant scent that stays with you throughout the day. Keeps hairstyles in place: PVP forms a thin coating on the hair, reducing its ability to absorb moisture and maintain the style.

Anti-freezing and plasticizing agent: It improves the aesthetics and stability of emulsion products across different temperatures. Jacob, S. E., Scheman, A., and McGowan, M. A. (2018). Propylene glycol. Dermatitis , {online} 29(1), 3-5. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/DER.0000000000000315. Conditioning: It helps to make hair less prone to split ends and may even promote the appearance of faster growth. Really wasn't impressed with this, very runny so hard to style and the hold is very weak, certainly not strong. ” - L Clark Final Thought Yes, it has fabulous hold, it made my hair look shinier, but, to the touch my hair felt far too crisp and a greasy residue was left on my hands after touching it.

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This is a great styling aid and I do like the fact it really is a case of a little goes a long way, therefore I would recommend you slowly apply the hair product, do not put a heavy application as it will totally destroy your hairstyle. Antimicrobial properties: Glycerin can alleviate itchiness caused by dryness or dandruff, improving overall scalp health and hair growth environment. Hair growth and loss prevention: Although more research is needed, tocopherol shows potential in promoting hair growth and preventing hair loss by reducing oxidative stress and preserving the protective lipid layer. For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned. Apart from the crispy feel and the white flakes in the morning, this gel was great; it kept my long(ish) hair in place for well over 8 hours which is an achievement.

Jang, H. J., Shin, C. Y., and Kim, K. B. (2015). Safety evaluation of polyethylene glycol (PEG) compounds for cosmetic use. Toxicological research , {online} 31, 105-136. Available at: https://link.springer.com/article/10.5487/TR.2015.31.2.105. This gel is perfect for using on my daughter’s hair when putting a bun in for ballet. It holds the hair and lasts for ages without fly away bits coming out. ” - Kyla-Dee Morris Polyvinylpyrrolidone (4) , or PVP for short, has come a long way since its introduction in the 1950s as a hair fixative. This synthetic polymer is now found in various cosmetics and personal care products, thanks to its film-forming and binding properties. Humectant and moisturizing agent: Propylene glycol (3) attracts water molecules and delivers them to your hair and scalp, helping to keep them hydrated.But, I don’t just take final results into consideration when making the decision which gel to use and the overall performance of the gel has to be taken into account. When used within the recommended concentrations (up to 5%), Aminomethyl Propanol is safe for all skin types. However, higher concentrations may lead to side effects like irritation, itching, and redness. The fragrance is clean and it would suit both males and females alike. The fact it can provide a great definition for the hair and I do like it holds the spikes of my son's hair but his hair still looks clean as I have noticed some gels he uses makes his hair look simply greasy which personally I do detest. Solvent for dyes and pigments: Propylene glycol facilitates the incorporation of colorants into hair coloring and styling products. Emotional boost: Scents can evoke positive emotions and memories, contributing to a satisfying hairstyling routine.