Why Do My Curls Feel Hard After Applying Gel?

What is a gel cast?

I used gel for the first time and now my curls feel hard. Did I do something wrong?

Why Fine Curly Hair Looks Greasy or Weighed Down (And How to Fix It)

Flat stringy curly hair

I have fine curly hair and it gets greasy or weighed down really easily. Even when I use a small amount of product, my curls can look flat or separated instead of light and bouncy. What am I doing wrong?