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For this recipe, I was trying to keep what I like about Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Gel and leave what I don't like about it (the scent, too much glycerin and sorbitol, the silicate clay ingredient that is tricky to use). ©Science-y Hair Blog 2013 A quick scan of the ingredients and I ruled out the things I didn't want to bother with and that aren't easy to get and formulate with. You can find all these ingredients at drugstores or grocery stores. This recipe is extremely simple, and very good for helping your hair form nice chunky waves and curls - it made mine less frizzy than usual. It has medium hold on its own. If you want more hold, layer some strong-hold gel over it. ©Science-y Hair Blog 2013 The ingredients: Water: Solvent, dliutent Xanthan gum: Creates a thick "gel," provides medium hold with humidity-resistance, may slow water loss. Glycerin(e): Humectant, binds water, boosts curls (for some folks). Acacia gum:  Optional. Adds a bit of "crunch...