Spiked Hair - Need help!

Hi Megs,

To create spikes you have several options. You can use gel, paste, wax and/or spray. Each of the products have pros and cons. The wax will usually hold the spikes the best but wax will also be hard to remove in most cases. Paste is easier to remove but tends to be softer and will not as a general rule hold the spike stiffness as well or as long as a wax.

Gel is kind of a cross between the two products. For most people starting out with spikes gel can be a good product to try.

Dep7 is a great "non-sticky" non-alcohol gel that a lot of teens (male & female) use. LA Looks4 is also good for spikes but can be a little on the sticky side.

Spikes are easier to create on "day old" hair that is not too soft. As you get better with creating the look you want, you can shampoo before you do the spikes but in the first few attempts, I would suggest you try your do on "day old" hair.

Take a comb and separate your hair into small sections. Take some of the gel and massage it into your palms. Using your index and middle finger glide the gel from roots to the ends on each section of hair. Don`t apply too much gel or you will get too stiff of a look. Once the gel is applied twist the strand counterclockwise. Apply a little more gel if you wish. When you have finished creating your spikes you can spray your hair with a styling spray product.

Hope that helps.

Best wishes,
Karen