With the Curly Girl Method you can use many different methods to style your hair. The Mousse-Gel-Mousse technique is one of them. But how exactly does this work and who is it suitable for?
What is the mousse-gel-mousse technique?
The technology actually works exactly as described. During styling, you first apply a mousse to your hair, then a gel and finally a mousse again. It is most useful to apply this technique on a wash day (so that you follow your entire washing routine from washing to styling).
How can you apply this within your curly girl routine?
- Wash your hair with a shampoo .
- Then apply a conditioner or mask and rinse completely.
- Squeeze the excess water from your hair with a towel and apply a small amount of leave-in or cream.
- Now apply the mousse to your hair. Don't be too stingy with the mousse; it may be a good idea to add a big 'toot'. Smooth the mousse over your hair and then squeeze it further into your hair.
- Now take the gel , smooth it over all parts of your hair and squeeze it in again.
- You can use your Denman Brush in this step to distribute the products even better over your hair.
- Now apply the mousse again and squeeze it into your hair.
- Scrunch your hair by bringing your hair forward. Make sure you also move your head to the left and right so that you scrunch the products into your hair properly.
- Then grab a towel and squeeze your hair dry a little.
- Get started with the diffuser now! Is your hair completely dry? Then you're done!
- Has your hair gotten a little harder? Then you can use a little oil to squeeze it out.
Explanation video
Who does this technique work for?
The mousse-gel-mousse technique can be used by everyone, from type 2 hair to curl types with a stronger curl pattern. Wavy's (light stroke) in particular benefit from this technique, as mousse is often a relatively lighter product than gel. Styling your hair with mousse alone is often too light, so with a little extra gel you can give your hair more hold and definition.
Which products do you use with this technique?
With this technique you use two styling products: a gel and a mousse. It doesn't matter which type of gel or mousse you use, you can combine them. To check whether your gel and mousse work well together, put a little gel on your hand and add a little mousse. Then mix them together. Does it mix well? Then you can use it safely. Do you feel like they don't mix well? Then it is possible that the gel does not work well in combination with the mousse (or vice versa). In that case, try swapping one of the two.
Did you already know the mousse-gel-mousse technique? Do you have any questions? Please let us know in the comments.
