Organic Hair Gel
Conventional Hair Gel
Avoid conventional hair gel containing:
❌PVP/VA Copolymer: PVP/VA Copolymer is the ingredient found in conventional hair care products to provide the hold factor. Commonly found in most conventional Hairsprays but also found in gel, wax, pomades, and styling creams. It is a synthetic ingredient that is derived from petroleum. So avoid that!!
❌PEG-45 palm kernel: palm oil derived
❌Fragrance: Fragrance is known human immune system toxicant or allergen, causes allergic contact dermatitis, causes skin allergies in children, exacerbates asthma, and high acute toxicity to aquatic life.
❌Petroleum-based ingredients. PEG, ceteareth, and polyethylene.
❌Cocamidopropyl Betaine or Coco-Betain.
❌ Toxic preservatives, synthetic chemicals, or dyes.
❌Hydroxypropyltrimonium
❌Parabens, propyl, isopropyl, butyl, isobutyl, and DMDM hydantoin.
Greenwashing Hair Gel
Avoid a greenwashing brand. It is when it pretends to be clean, organic, and "green" when they are not.
❌Phenoxyethanol: preservative used in cosmetics and personal care products.
Can have adverse effects on the central and peripheral nervous systems, linked to allergic contact uritica and dermatitis. Classified as toxic or harmful. Made by the reaction of corrosive phenol with carcinogen ethylene oxide.
Organic Hair Gel
Here is a list of the most natural hair gel brands I found.
🍃Including some USDA Certified Organic, Alcohol-Free Hair Gel:
🍃Cruelty-free, vegan, and vegetarian.
They are made with the most natural and organic ingredients around. They add shine while holding style with nourishing and therapeutical properties.
I really enjoy using these organic products, especially the Certified organic ones.
My number top recommendations are
🌿Miessence: Australian Certified Organic
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All the hair gels listed on this page are approved. We know they respect us, our hair, and the planet! 🌎🌿
Miessence Organic Hair Styling Gel
🌸 This is my favorite hair gel and my number one recommendation.
It is Australian Certified Organic.
🍃Shape Hair Styling Gel is a certified organic gel, designed to condition, protect and nourish your hair while styling.
Panthenol provides long-lasting moisturization, imparts luster, and conditions the hair.
🍃Organic rosehip oil restores luster and moisturizes dry and damaged ends, while our blend of organic herbs treats your hair and scalp.
Purpose: Provides medium body and hold for most hair types.
How to Use: Can be used on wet or dry hair.
When to Use: On clean hair, wet or dry.
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Promotes long-lasting moisture
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Provides medium body and hold
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Can be used on wet or dry hair
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Tames your hair and keeps it in place
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Made with organic ingredients
INGREDIENTS: Certified organic aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, certified organic ethanol (sugar cane), organic fermented grain extract, certified organic rosa rubiginosa (rosehip) seed oil, chondrus crispus (carageenan) gum , Non-GMO Xanthan Gum, certified organic pelargonium graveolens (geranium) essential oil
Rahua Organic Aloe Vera Hair Gel
🌿This refreshing, reinvention of a hair gel powered by Mother Nature will help you create your signature style while restoring hair health.
🌿Rahua Aloe Vera Hair Gel is a flexible, soft hold smoothing hair gel that strengthens and heals strands when styling. Formulated with organic aloe vera, cucumber, and sugar cane, this regenerative hair gel shapes strands and adds luster; infusing hair with nutrients to promote optimal health - think of it as a green juice for depleted hair strands in need of a touch of structure and style.
🌿Green antioxidants include: aloe vera, cucumber, and chlorophyll
Symbiotic Rainforest grown antioxidants include: guayusa, rahua, sacha inchi
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Best for All Hair Types
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Natural Notes: Herbal & Fresh
INGREDIENTS: ORGANIC ALOE VERA, SUGAR CANE, GUAYUSA, RAHUA OIL. *Infused with refreshing cucumber and green chlorophyll
USDA Certified Organic Hair Gel
😍This is the only USDA Certified Organic Hair Gel I found. Free from gluten, dairy, soy, NO GMO. Only organic hair products are here! Available also in travel size.
🍃USDA Certified Organic, Alcohol-Free Hair Gel, Oils are hexane-free, cold pressed, non-refined, non-deodorized
Free from gluten, dairy, soy, NO GMO.
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No petroleum-based ingredients. Free from PEG, ceteareth, and polyethylene. Free from Cocamidopropyl Betaine or Coco-Betain.
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Free from, preservatives, synthetic chemicals, or dyes. Free of Hydroxypropyltrimonium and other chemicals.
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Free from Parabens, propyl, isopropyl, butyl, isobutyl, and DMDM hydantoin.
🍃Cruelty-free, vegan, and vegetarian.
INGREDIENTS: Purified water, organic vodka, organic guar gum (natural plant-based), organic sweet orange oil, organic lemongrass oil, organic olive oil, organic apple cider vinegar (raw, unfiltered), organic green tea, organic sage herb, organic bilberry leaf, xanthan gum (natural gum), organic patchouli oil, organic primrose oil, organic thyme oil, organic rose hip oil.
John Masters Organics Styling Gel
🍃John Masters Naturals Styling Gel with Meadowsweet and Aloe is a lightweight styling product that provides a nourishing, lightweight hold. This silicone-free styler gives a flexible hold without leaving it sticky or flaky.
Containing organic aloe vera and organic meadowsweet to help fight scalp irritation while also defining your hair's natural texture. It’s the perfect styler for all hair types.
🍃Non-Flaky Lightweight Formula designed for all hair types
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Organic Aloe Vera - Contains vitamins A, C, and E to help promote cell growth and shine
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Organic Meadowsweet- Has astringent properties which can help to soothe and prevent scalp irritation
INGREDIENTS: Aqua (Water), Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Water*, Glycerin, Carrageenan, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder*, Plant-Based Aroma, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Linalool†, Limonene† * Organic ingredient
Organic Jelly Mousse Hair Gel
🌸 Perfect for styling, braiding, or taming unruly hairs!
This medium-hold plant-based hair gel is free of harsh chemicals and has a light, uplifting scent from chamomile & tangerine essential oils.
Perfect for styling, braiding, or taming unruly hairs!
This medium-hold vegan hair gel is made from a tapioca starch base and is free of harsh chemicals like alcohol, PEGs, and glycols - making it ideal for those with sensitive skin and eczema.
Go ahead and put a little or a lot—it never leaves hair feeling crunchy or sticky. Scents are made from 100% pure essential oils and zero of the unknown and unlisted chemicals found in synthetic fragrances.
The calming blend includes a light scent from French lavender and Clary sage. Use on wet or dry hair.
Use on wet or dry hair.
✅ This product is allergy tested and does not contain: gluten, soy, oats, dairy, or nuts (except coconut)
🍃 steroids, sulfates, GMOs, and synthetic fragrances
☀️ All California Baby products are blended, manufactured, and packaged in their FDA Registered, Certified Organic USA Facility.
INGREDIENTS: Water, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) oleosomes, manihot esculenta root starch (tapioca) glycerin USP*, calendula officinalis flower extract (calendula), viola tricolor extract (pansy), yucca schidigera extract (yucca), xanthan gum USP, pure essential oils of french lavender and clary sage, phytic acid (rice origin), caprylhydroxamic acid (amino acid) (and) glyceryl caprylate*Key: bold + certified organic *= sourced from coconut.
Organic Jelly Mousse Hair Gel
🌸 Perfect for styling, braiding, or taming unruly hairs!
This medium-hold plant-based hair gel is free of harsh chemicals and has a light, uplifting scent from chamomile & tangerine essential oils.
Perfect for styling, braiding, or taming unruly hairs!
This medium-hold vegan hair gel is made from a tapioca starch base and is free of harsh chemicals like alcohol, PEGs, and glycols - making it ideal for those with sensitive skin and eczema.
Go ahead and put a little or a lot—it never leaves hair feeling crunchy or sticky. Scents are made from 100% pure essential oils and zero of the unknown and unlisted chemicals found in synthetic fragrances. It includes an uplifting, light scent from Roman chamomile and tangerine.
Use on wet or dry hair.
✅ This product is allergy tested and does not contain: gluten, soy, oats, dairy, or nuts (except coconut)
🍃 steroids, sulfates, GMOs, and synthetic fragrances
☀️ All California Baby products are blended, manufactured, and packaged in their FDA Registered, Certified Organic USA Facility.
INGREDIENTS: Water, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) oleosomes, manihot esculenta root starch (tapioca) glycerin USP*, calendula officinalis flower extract (calendula), viola tricolor extract (pansy), yucca schidigera extract (yucca), xanthan gum USP, pure essential oils of anthemis nobilis (roman chamomile) and citrus nobilis extract (mandarin), phytic acid (rice origin), caprylhydroxamic acid (amino acid) (and) glyceryl caprylate*Key: bold + certified organic *= sourced from coconut.
USDA Certified Organic Hair Gel
Herbal Choice Mari Travel Size
😍This is the only USDA Certified Organic Hair Gel I found. Free from gluten, dairy, soy, NO GMO. Only organic hair products are here! Available also in Regular Size.
🍃USDA Certified Organic, Alcohol-Free Hair Gel, Oils are hexane-free, cold pressed, non-refined, non-deodorized
Free from gluten, dairy, soy, NO GMO.
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No petroleum-based ingredients. Free from PEG, ceteareth and polyethylene. Free from Cocamidopropyl Betaine or Coco-Betain.
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Free from, preservatives, synthetic chemicals, or dyes. Free of Hydroxypropyltrimonium and other chemicals.
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Free from Parabens, propyl, isopropyl, butyl, isobutyl, and DMDM hydantoin.
🍃 Cruelty-free, vegan and vegetarian.
INGREDIENTS: Purified water, organic vodka, organic guar gum (natural plant-based), organic sweet orange oil, organic lemongrass oil, organic olive oil, organic apple cider vinegar (raw, unfiltered), organic green tea, organic sage herb, organic bilberry leaf, xanthan gum (natural gum), organic patchouli oil, organic primrose oil, organic thyme oil, organic rose hip oil.
Evolvh DreamGel Strong Hold Styler
🌿 A nourishing creamy gel that defines, controls, and smooths with maximum all-day hold. Powered by amino acids to strengthen and protect strands, the innovative formula sets and adds texture to styles while leaving hair soft, shiny, and touchable for a no-crunch, never sticky look.
🌸 This is your set-it and forget-it product—a simple refresh with water on day 2 and day 3 will get you the same powerful level of hold.
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All-day hold & control
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Shapes & defines with ease
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Smooths flyaways & fights frizz
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Promotes softness & shine
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Doubles as a strengthening treatment
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Offers heat and UV protection
INGREDIENTS: Water, Soy Amino Acids*, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract*, Manihot Esculenta (Tapioca) Root Starch*, Flax Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Passiflora Incarnata Fruit (Passion Flower) Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter*, Coco-Caprylate*, Hydrogenated Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil*, Diheptyl Succinate & Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer*, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch*, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract*, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract+, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract†, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract*, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract*, Theobroma Grandiflorum (Cupuacu) Seed Butter*, Vitis Vinifera (Red Grape) Seed Oil*, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil*, Juniperus Virginiana (Cedarwood) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil*, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Seed Oil†, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil*, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil*, Commiphora Guidotti, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil*, Citrus Aurantium (Neroli) Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid*, Benzyl Alcohol**
Innersense I Create Hold Organic Gel
🌸Achieve sustainable shape from roots to ends with this styling gel formulated with Certified Organic honey that acts as a natural resin, and rooibos tea for antioxidant rejuvenation. Nettle and rosemary extracts combine to add incredible shine and powerful hold.
This styling gel is made with organic ingredients such as aloe gel, organic flower extracts, organic eucalyptus, organic honey, and organic ginkgo.
🍃Made with organic ingredients, cruelty-free, biodegradable!
They have a huge selection for:
🌸 To add more volume I also use also use
🌿Innersense Organic Beauty I Create Waves Pink Himalayan Salt Spray
Their travel size is great for a trip, gym or simply if you need t try the products.
INGREDIENTS: Water, Aqua- EAU, Aloe Barbadensis Gel*, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Maltodextrin Copolymer, Potassium Hydroxide, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Phytate, Glycerin*, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract*, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract*, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract*, Honey Extract*, Limonene†
❌ I don't recommend this product:
GIOVANNI COSMETICS L.A. Natural Styling Gel
Greenwashing!! It claims to be natural when it has petroleum-derived ingredients!!
PVP/VA Copolymer: PVP/VA Copolymer is the ingredient found in conventional hair care products to provide the hold factor. Commonly found in most conventional Hairsprays but also found in gel, wax, pomades, and styling creams. It is a synthetic ingredient that is derived from petroleum. So avoid that!!
INGREDIENTS: Aqua (Purified Water) with Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis) Oil, Nettle (Urtica Dioica) Oil, Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) Oil, Birch Leaf (Butela Alba) Oil, Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis Flower) Oil, Clary (Salvia Sclarea), Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia), Coltsfoot Leaf (Tussilago Farfara), Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) Oil, Mallow (Malva Sylvestris), Horsetail (Equistetum Arvense) Oil, PVP/VA Copolymer, Soybean Protein (Glycine Soja), Hydroxyethylcellulose (plant derived), ...
❌ I don't recommend this product.
Free & Clear Hair Styling Gel. Greenwashing!! The "Free and Clear" claim is not regulated, it doesn't mean anything. In fact, it contains toxic and controversial ingredients.
INGREDIENTS: Purified water, VP/VA copolymer, panthenol, PEG-45 palm kernel glycerides, 1,2-hexanediol, PEG-14, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, PEG-33, caprylyl glycol, PEG-8 dimethicone, aminomethyl propanol, tetrasodium EDTA.
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VP/VA copolymer: Synthetic
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PEG-45 palm kernel: palm oil derived
❌ Not recommended
I don't recommend this product. Greenwashing!!
INGREDIENTS: Aqua (Water), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Alcohol, Methacryloyl Ethyl Betaine/Acrylates Copolymer, Carbomer, Panthenol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Equisetum Arvense Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Scutellaria Galericulata Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Fragrance (Parfum).
Phenoxyethanol: preservative used in cosmetics and personal care products.
Can have adverse effects on the central and peripheral nervous systems, linked to allergic contact uritica and dermatitis. Classified as toxic or harmful. Made by the reaction of corrosive phenol with carcinogen ethylene oxide.