As I am Curling Jelly Review | How is it on 2C and 3A Curls? | Worth the money?

Just Mims

27 Oct 202007:31

Summary

TLDRIn this video, Mims shares her experience using the As I Am Curling Jelly for the first time. She co-washes her hair with The Body Shop Ginger Conditioner and applies the Curling Jelly on wet hair, praising its sweet scent and smooth, flaxseed gel-like texture. After diffusing her hair, she is thrilled with the results, highlighting the product’s ability to provide excellent definition and soft, bouncy curls. Mims also celebrates reaching 100 subscribers and thanks her audience for their support. She encourages viewers to subscribe and hints at future product experiments.

Takeaways

💇‍♀️ Mims tries the 'As I Am Curling Jelly' for the first time, previously pairing it with a moisturizing product which turned out too much.
🧴 This time, she co-washes with 'The Body Shop Ginger Conditioner,' which is Curly Girl approved and gentle for the whole family.
👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 The conditioner is primarily used by the boys in her household since they don't use much, making it last longer.
🛁 Mims uses a scalp massager during her co-wash and leaves some conditioner in as a leave-in treatment.
✨ The 'As I Am Curling Jelly' has a pleasant sweet scent and a texture similar to flaxseed gel or the Cantu Curl Custard.
👐 Mims applies the jelly using the praying hands method and scrunches her hair gently to avoid stretching the curls too much.
💧 She scrunches her wet hair with a microfiber towel to remove excess moisture before diffusing with her Bellissima hair dryer.
💪 Despite diffusing, Mims notices a strong cast and scrunches out the crunch to reveal well-defined, bouncy curls.
🌀 Mims is impressed with the results, enjoying the definition, softness, and how the product works well on its own without needing layering.
🎉 Mims celebrates reaching 100 subscribers and thanks her audience for their support, encouraging new viewers to subscribe.

Q & A

What is the main product discussed in the video?
-The main product discussed in the video is the 'As I Am Curling Jelly.'
Why did the speaker initially pair the Curling Jelly with a moisturizing product?
-The speaker initially thought the Curling Jelly would lack moisture, so they paired it with something more moisturizing to compensate, but it turned out to be too much moisture.
What conditioner does the speaker use for co-washing?
-The speaker uses The Body Shop Ginger Conditioner, which is curly girl-approved, for co-washing.
Why does the speaker's family use The Body Shop Ginger Shampoo?
-The speaker bought The Body Shop Ginger Shampoo for the family because it is an anti-dandruff shampoo without harsh chemicals.
How does the speaker apply the Curling Jelly to their hair?
-The speaker applies the Curling Jelly with praying hands, trying not to pull their hair too much, and then scrunches it in.
What does the speaker say about the texture and scent of the Curling Jelly?
-The speaker describes the Curling Jelly as having a texture similar to flaxseed gel or the Cantu Curl Custard, and notes that it smells like sweets.
Why doesn’t the speaker comb the Curling Jelly through their hair?
-The speaker avoids combing the product through their hair because it could elongate their curls too much. They feel this might work better for tighter curls, like 3b or 3c types.
How does the speaker remove excess moisture from their hair after applying the Curling Jelly?
-The speaker removes excess moisture by scrunching their hair with a microfiber towel, which also helps shape the curls.
What is the speaker's opinion on the final results of using the Curling Jelly?
-The speaker is very happy with the results, praising the product for giving fantastic curl definition and leaving the hair feeling soft and bouncy.
What milestone does the speaker mention reaching at the end of the video?
-The speaker mentions recently reaching 100 subscribers and expresses gratitude to their audience for supporting them.

Outlines

00:00

💇‍♀️ First Impressions of As I Am Curling Jelly

Mims shares her first experience using As I Am Curling Jelly. She initially thought the product lacked moisture, so she previously paired it with a moisturizing product, which ended up being too much. This time, she decides to use The Body Shop Ginger Conditioner, which is curly-girl approved, for co-washing. She mentions that her family enjoys using the anti-dandruff shampoo from the same line, and how they conserve the conditioner since the boys have short hair. She plans to co-wash, apply the jelly, and return with sopping wet hair to begin the styling process.

05:01

💧 Application of Curling Jelly on Wet Hair

With wet hair post co-wash, Mims begins applying the curling jelly. She comments on how it smells sweet and has a texture similar to flaxseed gel, like Cantu Curl Custard. Using the 'praying hands' method, she carefully applies it without over-pulling her hair, followed by scrunching. She notes that the product is ideal for wash-and-go styles and emphasizes the importance of using it on wet hair. She avoids over-scrunching initially to prevent excess water from dripping, intending to use a microfiber towel later to finish the process.

🙆‍♀️ Styling Tips for Loose Curls

Mims discusses how combing through the jelly could elongate her curls, which are looser in type. She suggests that tighter curls, like 3b or 3c, might benefit from this method, but for her loose curls, it isn't ideal. After distributing the jelly, she scrunches it in with a microfiber towel to remove excess moisture and shape the curls. She then plans to use her Bellissima hair dryer to diffuse her hair and show the final results.

🎉 Scrunching Out the Crunch and Celebrating Success

After diffusing, Mims scrunches out the crunch from her curls and reflects on how well the product worked. Despite initial doubts, she feels she could have combed the product through without stretching her curls too much. The final result is highly defined, soft curls that feel great to the touch. She expresses happiness with the product and congratulates herself on reaching 100 subscribers, thanking her audience for their support. She concludes by mentioning that the product works well in colder weather, although she typically prefers air-drying during warmer months.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡As I Am Curling Jelly

The 'As I Am Curling Jelly' is a hair styling product designed for defining curls. In the video, the speaker discusses using it for the first time and emphasizes how it works best for wash-and-go styles. This product is central to the theme, as the video revolves around reviewing its effectiveness on curly hair.

💡Co-wash

'Co-wash' refers to washing hair with conditioner instead of shampoo to retain moisture. The speaker uses the Body Shop Ginger Conditioner for this purpose, highlighting a method that suits curly hair care routines to avoid stripping away natural oils.

💡Curly Girl Approved

'Curly Girl Approved' refers to products that are safe and effective for curly hair, avoiding harsh chemicals. The speaker mentions that the Body Shop Ginger Conditioner is approved for curly hair, signaling its safety for maintaining healthy curls.

💡Scalp massager

A 'scalp massager' is a tool used to stimulate the scalp and promote blood circulation. The speaker integrates it into their co-washing routine to deeply cleanse and ensure the conditioner is worked into the scalp, demonstrating attention to scalp health in curly hair care.

💡Flaxseed gel

Flaxseed gel is a natural hair product known for its ability to define curls without being too heavy. The speaker compares the texture of the As I Am Curling Jelly to flaxseed gel, indicating that it provides a similar consistency and curl definition.

💡Microfiber towel

A 'microfiber towel' is a gentle fabric commonly used in curly hair care to avoid frizz while drying hair. The speaker uses it to scrunch out excess moisture from their hair, a method that helps maintain the curl pattern without causing damage.

💡Scrunch out the crunch

'Scrunch out the crunch' refers to breaking the hard, gel-like cast that forms on hair after using styling products, leaving curls soft and bouncy. In the video, the speaker explains that they scrunch out the crunch after diffusing their hair to achieve the desired softness.

💡Diffuse

Diffusing is a method of drying curly hair using a blow dryer with a diffuser attachment, which helps dry hair without disturbing the curl pattern. The speaker uses a Bellissima hair dryer to diffuse their hair, contributing to the final definition and volume of the curls.

💡Praying hands method

The 'praying hands method' is a technique used to apply hair products by smoothing them over sections of hair between the palms. The speaker demonstrates this technique to evenly distribute the Curling Jelly without pulling on the hair, which helps maintain curl integrity.

💡3B/3C curls

'3B/3C curls' refer to hair types with tight ringlets (3B) and corkscrew curls (3C). The speaker refers to these curl types when discussing how the Curling Jelly might perform better for tighter curls, as their own looser curls require different handling.

Highlights

Mims introduces the As I Am Curling Jelly and mentions it’s her first time using it properly after a previous attempt with too much moisture.

She co-washes her hair using The Body Shop Ginger Conditioner, which is Curly Girl approved, and highlights its anti-dandruff properties for her family.

Mims explains her use of a scalp massager during the co-wash to get a thorough cleanse.

She mentions that she leaves some conditioner in her hair as a leave-in before applying the curling jelly.

The As I Am Curling Jelly has a texture similar to flaxseed gel and Cantu Curl Custard, with a sweet fragrance.

Mims applies the jelly using the praying hands method and scrunches her hair to enhance curls.

The product packaging states that the jelly is ideal for wash-and-go styles and should be used on wet hair.

She demonstrates the amount of jelly used per section and mentions how it helps avoid excessive water dripping by not scrunching too much at first.

Mims explains that combing the jelly through might elongate her loose curls too much, which is why she prefers scrunching.

She scrunches out the excess moisture with a microfiber towel to help shape her curls and remove water.

After diffusing her hair with the Bellissima hair dryer, she still notices a cast from the product, which she scrunches out to reveal soft, defined curls.

She expresses her satisfaction with the curling jelly, praising its definition and softness, and notes that combing the product might have been okay despite her initial concerns.

Mims shares her excitement about reaching 100 subscribers on her YouTube channel and expresses gratitude to her audience.

She mentions that she enjoys using just one product for her hair routine and is interested in trying the jelly with air drying, especially during warmer weather.

Mims concludes by highlighting the excellent results from the curling jelly, with bouncy, defined curls, and says she hopes the video was helpful.