Vavoom Design Pulse Switch-Flicks Wax-Gel
WHAT IT IS:
A cross between hair gel and styling wax—in a pump bottle
WHAT IT DOES:
Serves two purposes: works like a gel on wet hair (for added texture, shape, and hold) and like a wax on dry hair (for piecey definition, hold, and frizz control)
Liquidum/mineral oil, propylene glycol and polyquaternium-11 (fight frizz); PVP and sorbitol (add texture)
HOW IT FEELS/SMELLS/LOOKS:
The translucent styler has a hint of shimmer and a whisper of citrus scent. It has an interesting consistency—lighter and less sticky than wax, but heavier than gel.
WHY WE LIKE IT:
The versatile gel-wax hybrid is less messy than a plain gel or wax on its own. A pea-size dab or two helps hair look styled (read: frizz-free) but not stiff or untouchable. It's particularly good for short and curly hair.
—Holly Crawfordsave for later