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Creating sleek edges has always been a manestay in natural haircare. Edges reflect creativity, culture, and versatility and add personality to any hairstyle. Today’s modern beauty mavens like Lori Harvey, Saweetie, and Yara Shahidi have put their edges as the centerpiece of their hairstyles, whether rocking protective styles or updos. I’ll be honest: I’m not a master of laying my edges by any means, but Briogeo’s newest Yuzu + Plum Oil Sleek Stick from their new 2024 Style + Treat Collection has ya girl feeling a bit more confident these days.
Why We Love It
There are tons of edge controls on the market that can range from feeling like glue to being extremely sticky. I like an edge control that is manageable and flexible to shape with my existing hairstyle. I don’t want to spend 30 minutes trying to make the product work with my edges. I need it to be easy, smooth, and stress-free. Briogeo’s styling stick helps to tame flyaways, frizz, and doesn’t drag or pull on my baby hairs. This is very important since that tension can contribute to hair thinning and hair loss. I’m already experiencing a bit of thinning around the crown of my head (a side effect of aging), so I’d rather not use a heavy or dense edge control that will contribute to that.
How It Stands Up to Competitors
Unlike other edge controls, which often have to be scooped out or require an edge control brush to help shape the product, the innovative styling stick glides easily over hair. It evenly distributes a nourishing blend of highly conditioning ingredients, providing 24-hour hold and frizz prevention with a sleek, glossy finish. I like that it’s in a small, slick format that makes it easy to take on the go and doesn’t require an edge control brush to lay the product into my hair. I notoriously always sweat out my edges living in Texas, so I can easily take this product and make any touch-ups as needed.
How I Use It
This product is fantastic for helping slick and hold ponytails or pulled-back styles like buns and updos. I love a good wash and go, but towards the end of the week, I’m usually throwing my hair up or in a bun, which means I need to slick down my hair. I try to avoid reusing lots of gel and hairspray since that can contribute to product build-up on my scalp. What I love when I use this styling stick is tha I don’t have to add on any additional products because it creates a glossy, frizz-free finish that stays all day. Even better on wash day, I don’t have to worry about a double shampoo thanks to the residue-free finish and animal wax-free formula that easily cleanses out of hair.
You can grab this sleek stick for $23 on Amazon. How do you feel about using an edge control stick? Let us know in the comments