Easy Diy Okra Hair Gel For Kinky Curly Natural Hair | Provides Great Hold
- Posted on 05 December, 2015
- Hair Care
- By Anonymous
Hey Sistas!!! Here’s a great DIY Vegan Hair Gel that works great on natural kinky hair and curly hair . Since I’m now vegan it has been a bit challenging to find a great vegan holding gel for my natural textured hair and this one works! This natural hair gel can be used to style natural hair in many different ways.
Hair Gel Recipe:
- 6 Okra pods
- 1-2 Tbs Marshmallow Root
- 1 cup of Water
- Drops Peppermint Oil
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Okay, so I'm using six pieces of okra, which then I'm going to cut in half. So if you want to cut them into little pieces fall means do so, but I just cut them in halves about a tablespoon and a half to two tablespoons of marshmallow root. In some peppermint essential oil, I'm also going to add a cup of water to a pot and let that boil and then when it starts to boil I'm going to add in my ingredients. So, first I'm going to add in the okra and then I'm going to add in the marshmallow root. Lastly, I'm going to add my peppermint oil, and I wish I would add, just a few more drops to mask the okra smell a little bit more, but it smell pretty good, but the more you add, of course, the more the stronger the smell of the essential Oil, so I'm going to let this boil for about ten minutes and stir it here and there just to mix the contents around in the pot. I also mashed on the okra pieces, just a little bit to remove some of the gel inside of the okra. So after I turn off the heat on the stove, this is what the contents looks like. So I'm going to let it sit for about 30 to 45 minutes, and this is what the gel looks like. So I got a little bit thicker as it sit on those I let it sit and it kind of has like a gel like texture to it. Now so now I'm going to strain the okra gel and I'm going to use a small glass bowl along with the strainer okay. So the straining process is going to take quite a bit of time impatience, but starting off it comes out fairly quickly. But of course, over time that isn't the case, so you might have to stir it around a little bit in the strainer to release more of the gel and sometimes I'll call set up caught myself having to shake just a little um. But you just got to be patient with this part, so towards the end of that process, I'm just going use a spoon to collect the remainder of the gel, so this is what the Jill I mean. This is what the contents looks like when the majority of the gel has been strained from it. I actually kind of wanted to taste it, but maybe next time. So this is what the gel looks like. Okay, I am going to secure it with the lid and sit it in the refrigerator overnight and in the morning. This is what it looks like. It looks way, thicker and, of course, it's cold, and I used it to pull my hair up in a bun. It laid my edges pretty well just wish. I would have put it in a bottle to squeeze it out, I'll, be sure to do some more styling tutorials using this. Please comment down below if you have any questions and give it a thumbs up. If you found this helpful and would like to see us do more videos like this, I love you guys and I will see you next. Video
Comments
Bri Talks: Try adding the peppermint oil after it has cooled. The smell will be better and you will get the benefit of the oil
StørmyAnchor: I've been doing the okra leave in conditioner now for about a week or 2 and it works great!! Defined curls and hydration . I'll add in marshmallow root next time.
Amy Dhillon: great ingredients! it might work better if you boil the okra, remove it from the water then add the marshmallow and peppermint after so it's easier to strain. I find that the okra absorbs all the other ingredients and is a bit more time consuming but it has the same result! Thanks for the recipe!
Alicia Cadet: Can you do more DIY videos like that? I want to learn how to make my own products and I know there are thousands of them out here on YouTube too but I like to watch other people's ideas. Also, the gel laid your hair down pretty good, this makes me wonder how it will look like in a twist n curl, or just a regular ol' twist out. Cute hair in the vid by the way!
Hautemomma1970: I love your hair texture! I see a lot of comments that this is a lot of work but to me it's not. I was wondering what type of gel would give me a good hold on my 4c hair w/flaking so I could wear a ponytail. Looks like I'll be adding okra to my grocery list now. Thanks for the video!
monnie j: This is awesome! Flax seeds trigger my eczema so this is a great alternative! Thank you sharing your recipe and that high bun just gave me my life! ❤
Chay Andrea: love this option, can't wait to try out all these DIY gels!
Faith Bell: I've been told that essential oils lose some of their effects when heated, so I wonder if the peppermint smell would mask the okra better if you add it after the gel was strained. That's cool you used okra!
Forever Lanae: I found that when I made flax gel the straining process was MUCH easier when I strained it right off the stove. it still set thick too. I kinda wanna try this now, seeing your response about the firmer hold. . . I LOVE firm holds. I'm that girl that get the 10 hold eco & keeps the gel cast lol
Destiny Akagha: This is so different! In my culture, we prepare okra like this for soup and fufu....its so interesting to know that it can be used for hair. Nice video!
TheEpiphanyRose: PLEASE do more pf the diy hair product videos! i love it. you can save so much money doing it yourself
Darlene Octavia: Love this!!! I'm trying to get more natural with my hair care!!
Tiffany Simone: I loved it! I would've loved to see how you did your bun too, it looks beautiful. Buns are my go to style but the one I've been rocking lately is getting kind of tired. Anywho, thanks for sharing!
Hazel Chipangura: I tried the okra. As a conditioner not as a leave in gel. Its really good. First time my hair was and felt moisturised for days!
violaine muhemedi: Super cool!!! Where do you find the marshmallow root though? And I love this, I've been looking for something natural that will give back to my edges. This is perfect, thank you!
rhShawntica Davidson: Girl your IT! you and your sisters are natural geniuses. Thanks, more please.
Lanie Knows: I absolutely loved this video. I absolutely love this channel. Please keep sharing the knowledge, Queen.
Christophe Nurse: Very creative alternative to the flax seed gel! Plus ochra is more available to me.
cs creative: Very interesting. Good for you and the vegan lifestyle! Funny how people are creeped out about NATURAL products and food items. You'd really cringe if you knew what was in the products you use.
Camika C: Amazing! I'd love to see an actual hair styling tutorial with you using this gel....Can it be used as a styler or more so like a gel to help with laying down edges and flyaway's?
veebenj: You should not heat essential oils add it to the mixture once the mixture has cooled down.
JustC: That bun is bangin! Looking forward to more styles with this gel. #LoveMeSomeOkra
Theresa Ademola: I LOVE this! Amazing ❤️
DivaWuan: This is the first time I've ever seen someone make a gel using okra.
Zykia Holmes: I luv this hair style, so classy, you look amazing
kirston gordon: girrrrl we need more days about gels that WE CAN CREATE just like THIS ! Thank you please do another video of you using it
Pretty Tired live: I use okra gel as a mask on my skin and it gives me overnight perfect skin. I also use it to restore the ph in my flower after my period and it does wonders.
Jay Johnson: Hello! I just transitioned from relaxed to natural and did my big chop but I would love to know how you got that beautiful hair style! I absolutely love that hair style! Do you think you could do a tutorial on that hairstyle??
Kaiea Rohlehr: Very useful and natural. beautiful updo. thanks for the video.
Stormy Skyz: GIRL!!! That was genius!!! Orka is full of vitamins and minerals!!! Thank you!!!
Fortune Kupakuwana: Can you please do a tutorial on how you achieved that hairstyle. it's so cute!
Elisa Okehie: I only found out about using okra as gel from my nurse last year who has beautiful natural hair. Apparently it is a commonly used in South Africa and Zimbabwe. I will definitely try it. Now that I am going natural after 20 years of relaxing. There is so many natural plants that is good for our hair I truly thank God for YouTube because that knowledge can be shared
LadyJ: Great! I just cooked okra the other night and now I have another purpose for it. Yay. Do you have a healthy recipe for cooking okra. Like others have said, its slimy but when seasoned right it is good.
Shakiella Phillip: is the hair soft or does it harden like when you apply regular gel?
BeautyPassionFashion: I love it, Very Creative<3
Teneh Karimu: Can't wait to try this! Thanks for the video. Sista, what foundation do you use for your gorgeous skin?
Juedisha Atkins: yes we need more natural remedies recipes
Valerie Shae: Oh my god... another project to try out, thanks!! So why ocra? lol Is there a hold difference between flax seeds and ocra seeds? I would most definitely like to try this. =] I also saw a video of naptural85 using an old stocking to squeeze the excess gel out, using tongs. That could have helped!
imani406: That's so genius. How long did the gel keep ur hair intact? I ❤️ ur story , going vegan, taking the natural route in all facets of ur life. ....yall sisters are soooo dope. #favoriteutubechannel
anitria lawrence: Was this mixture sticky at all? Also, I am glad that you used an item that more rural people can get their hand on. Where I am from, there is not flax seeds in our stores but we have okra.
Yolanda A.H.: Will definitely be trying this!!! Researched the hair benefits of Okra and its amazing...Thank you!
Renate Seldon: love it. more like it , please.
Jody-Lee Norman: This is very creative and inventive. I give you props sista
WarriorZen: Nice, we call it Kimbonbó(okra) in my island, delicious and many uses, we mix it with fresh aloe and add nectar rich flowers to it.
lamonika's garden: This is so clever thanks for sharing!
Michelle Horne: Thanks for sharing very helpful and yes please do more! Love all your videos and you Beautiful sisters! God Bless
lesley penny: can u do an tutorial on that hairstyle?? it's so cute!
sandy andy: Thank you so much for the information, I'm a vegetarian and planning on become a vegan next year. Thanks
Sheria Duncan: I LOVE YOU GUYS....YOU ALL ARE THE BOMB!!! MAKE ME EXCITED ABOUT GOING NATURAL JUST SO I CAN TRY YOU ALL REMEDIES...KEEP DOING U AND REMEBER YOU CANT PLEASE THEM ALL (reading the comments lol)
Precious Ohiero: A quick question. Can the okra be eaten after taking out the gel? I love okra and the mixture looks very good, so just wondering if the marshmallow is edible. I will not lie when I do mine I will try it. LOL
Eniola Hu: Wow. Love this!
Rah Vibes: I thought it would be possible to use okra, thanks for sharing. It's always good to have alternatives.
micky noman: Can you please do a tutorial on the awesome bun you're rocking in this video? If there isn't one already...
sharee: Beautiful queen... Interesting idea with the okra never would've thought of that
MeShondra Johnson: Hairstyle is nice...I can't wait to see other hairstyles using this gel
l t: I love this channel. are there any videos on how to keep your hair from natting and moisturized?
Josie Reneitte: That's interesting. Thanks for sharing
Meskerem Zikru: Do you prefer this over flaxseed gel? If so, why? I ask because it seems like this is more work to make and they're both vegan.
KISSED BY OSHUN: Love it!
Aronana B.: So Creative Thank you !
Ciera Johnson: This is a great idea!!!!!
Socialmediaoverload: This is why I don't eat okra too damn slimy, lol. Great video :-)
up4atgal: fantastic idea. Thanks x
Belle: Great video, thank you for sharing.
ADORING GALORE: Wow Toni! I have got to try this, thanks... nice vídeo !
Tamberia Smith: can you do a tutorial on that bond it looks great would love to see how you did it
Tamika Brewer: Hi can you tell me how long I can store the okra gel or is this a single use product? Also, does this product cause buildup? Can this be refreshed over time for my style or should I wash my hair everytime?
GirlsLiftToo: Wow! Nicely done!
Nurse Priscilla: Wow Simple but good :)
Wendy Noreiga: Your hair looks beautiful.
Becca j: is there visible residue after it dries?
onli1luv: What about adding the essential oil once you get all of the gel set in the glass and it has cooled a bit.
Azizi Chaisson: Hi, I love this! Would cactus work too instead of okra?
zheahra: Great vegan gel! Would it be easier to squeeze the contents in a pair stockings or cheese cloth?
Angel Price: wow!! I would of never thought of this
Chanel Lewin: Please do a wash n go using the homemade gel....
Meri Netert Skhrrennut Benu: loooove it! Go team sista vegan!
Brandi’s Dream land: GO GIRL I LOVE IT
Angela Wilkerson: Great video!! Thanks for sharing
Meri Netert Skhrrennut Benu: have you tried the flaxseed gel?
Joelle Hoolplot: wow your hair looks amazing could you do an turtorial
Beaute' Naturelle: Thanks for sharing how to make your okra gel. You guys are great and your videos are very professional. Check out @Wateronlyhairwashing and her review on using okra. She uses a lot of natural products because she does the water washing method only and is a great resource to those who may have more questions about using okra. Just browse her feature videos and see how she has used various natural food products and her reviews after using them. I Love her channel. Cheers!
cherrynellieperiod: Fabulous!!!!!!!!!! Quick question. Did you use additional hair to make your bun?
finallyanaccount: Yayyyyy so creative! :)
sigmaluv: You should also try nopales/cactus. I think that would work too!
Theo Allen: what are the benefits of using this natural gel?
Elise Leibowitz: What a cool idea!
infinity angel: nice video. but can it last for days? if yes, how long?
Najibah Abdullah: Hello Sista I am a new Natural sistah subby and would love to see more videos like this.
Ryan Bradford: can you use another essential oil?
ObedienceOrSacrifice: Great vid TFS!
Jasmine: This is pretty neat!
eatingfromthetree X: When you from the Bayou City, you know a little okra good for anything. I would have put them seeds and skin in some purple hull peas.
Catherine Wright: The only thing okra is good for!
Be Grateful: LISTEN TONI! i dont care whether theres pieces addins and ons or not! that hairstyle is BANGIN!!! Suits u so much!!!!❤️❤️❤️
CeCeNaturally: interesting! loving the bun!
цветок: But can we talk about how pretty HER MAKEUP is in this???
Marie Omobude: Great video! Does it make your hair stiff though?
nikki dee: Looks great but I would eat the okra and forget about my hair.. I'll stick with my Flax seed gel ( but before I make that I eat some of it too so I guess I'm always hungry) LOL thanks for sharing
cutecarmelgirl1: Definitely will try!! can we get a tutorial on your eyebrows!!