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    How do I get my hair to slick back naturally?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    You can slick back your hair with water or apply a plant-based styling product. You can make a natural gel with flaxseed.
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    What do you use to slick your hair back?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Pomade and gel are two common and effective products. Pommade gives a softer, more flexible hold than gel.
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    How do you slick back your hair in a ponytail?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Start with damp, towel-dried hair and use a brush to smooth your hair back. You can also add gel to the roots for extra sleekness. Secure your hair with an elastic.
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    How do you apply pomade to hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Start with damp hair for the best results. Apply a little at a time, warming the product in your hands first and then running it through your hair with your fingers.
  • Question
    My hair is really thick and straight. It can be a nuisance whenever I'm trying to do a hairstyle because it will just fall back into place. Any tips?
    Community Answer
    You should use thick hair grease to give your hair texture. Something that helped me was to wash my hair and then condition it with eggs, canola oil, and lemon juice.
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    How do I keep your hair laying down when slicked back?
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    You have to spray it with water or a soft hairspray, and what you put on your hair should do the trick. You can also try hair gel.
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    How do I keep my hair slicked back all day?
    Community Answer
    Get yourself a strong hold product. You can also finish it with hairspray.
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    How do I comb back normal hair?
    Community Answer
    You should take water in your hand and spread it all along the top of your hair and then comb it.
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    How do you get your hair slicked back without the use of gel? Do you need to do some steps in the shower?
    JasperWWS
    Community Answer
    You can do it with water or slick it back in the shower, but it will become messier during the day. If you want it to stay neat for the day, you need to use product.
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