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Why Do My Curls Feel Hard After Applying Gel?

July 15, 2026 by vanandveronica Haircare

What is a gel cast?

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

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How to fix crunchy curls

July 15, 2026January 20, 2026 by vanandveronica Q/A

Flat stringy curls

I don’t like the way gel makes my hair feel. My curls feel so hard and crunchy after my hair dries. Am I doing something wrong?

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