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Sea Moss was all the rage a few years ago, with OG brands like Curls and Mielle Organics creating signature lines centered on the power-packed ingredient. I’m a sucker for a good gel, but I will admit I was a bit skeptical at the idea of a curl slime. When I think of slime, my millennial brain goes to something Nickelodeon used for a game show or a substance I made in science class. I can say this product is definitely in a lane all by itself since any other hair products marketed as slime typically are color-based formulas meant to provide temporary color changes. But Curls Sea Moss Mineral Infused Slime proved to be more than just a styling product that would make my hair slimy; I got beautiful shine and hold my curls couldn’t get enough of.
Why We Love It
Textured hair needs nourishing vitamins and minerals, all-day moisture, balanced strengthening, manageability, and style! Finding a styler that can do all of these without creating any flaking, build-up, or tangles can be challenging. Many products claim to be beneficial for your hair, but sea moss contains hundreds of nutrients and minerals that are beneficial for your body and hair! I like using gels that create tons of hold, aren’t heavy, and will provide lots of definition to get me through my week. As a 3B-3C curlie I usually see my curl pattern starting to frizz and start loosening up about mid-week, so I’m always looking for products that will provide longevity.
How It Stands Up to Competitors
What makes this curl slime stand out from a regular gel is the texture and slippage that make it easy to coat your strands from head to toe. In addition to the very unique textures, it has many natural benefits that will leave your curls with shine and revive any dull and dry hair. As a vitamin-infused curl jelly that moisturizes curls with a medium hold, you’ll love how it makes your curls, coils, and waves feel and look. This silky jelly promotes a great amount of shine, and tons of slip. The sea slip mineral-infused curl slime benefits also include promoting healthy hair growth and retention, as well as moisture. The formula is anti-microbial, antioxidant, and anti-fungal which makes it great to use on a daily basis (which I have) for touch-ups and keeping my hair bouncy.
How I Use It
This is my go-to product during my wash-and-go days, and my curls have been happier. I use this product as the last step during wash days, and the key to getting the maximum benefits from it is to make sure your hair completely dries. I rake the product through each section of damp hair from root to tip. Word of caution that you’ll want to have a napkin or towel nearby because the slippage is real and I usually can’t pick up a brush while my hands are coated in the slime.