African Pride Black Castor Miracle Extra Hold Braid, Loc

This professional-grade 8oz gel combines black castor oil and coconut oil to offer strong hold while nourishing strands and the scalp. It's formulated without parabens, sulfates, mineral oil or petrolatum so you get conditioning benefits and reliable control for protective styles. Use it for braiding, retwisting locs, laying edges, or taming flyaways when you need long-lasting hold and a sleek finish.

How will this gel perform during long wear?

The formula delivers extra hold that keeps styles intact through daily movement without becoming rock-hard or leaving white residue. It controls frizz and flyaways so braids and twists look freshly done longer, while the oils maintain hair flexibility.

• Extra-hold texture for extended style retention
• No visible flaking for clean-looking hair
• Maintains natural movement—not overly stiff
• Humidity resistance to reduce frizz

Will it help hair health while styling?

African Pride blends black castor oil and coconut oil to condition and help strengthen strands during styling. The lightweight, non-greasy base locks in hydration and reduces breakage risk from manipulation without harsh chemical additives.

• Black castor oil to help nourish the scalp and roots
• Coconut oil to hydrate and protect strand integrity
• Free from parabens, sulfates, mineral oil and petrolatum
• Supports reduced dryness during braid and loc maintenance

How should I use it for edges, braids or loc retwists?

Apply a small amount to clean, damp or dry hair and smooth where needed. For edges, use a brush or finger to lay hair down; for braids and twists, smooth along the part or base before wrapping; for loc retwists, work the gel into the root and twist or palm-roll.

• Use sparingly for edges to avoid buildup
• Smooth along braid bases to lock hair in place
• Work into loc roots for tighter retwists and neatness
• Combine with moisturizing routine for best results

Will this product weigh down fine hair or feel greasy?

The gel is formulated to provide firm control without heavy residue; applied correctly, it won’t overly weigh down finer textures. Start with a small amount and add only as needed to avoid excess product accumulation.

• Light-to-medium viscosity that spreads easily
• Designed for controlled application—less is more
• Leaves hair defined and manageable, not slicked-down
• Rinses out without stubborn oily film when shampooed

Who is this for: African Pride Black Castor Miracle Extra Hold Gel suits anyone who styles protective looks—braids, twists, locs—or who wants strong edge control without flakes. It’s ideal for people seeking a natural-ingredient formula that balances firm hold with conditioning benefits from coconut and black castor oils. Whether you’re a professional stylist or styling at home, this gel helps maintain polished, long-lasting results while supporting overall hair hydration and neatness.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Ceteareth-25, PVP, Propylene Glycol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glycerin, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Methyl Gluceth-10, PEG-25 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Coumarin, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Red 40 (CI 16035), Blue 1 (CI 42090).