Soft Sheen Carson Let's Jam! Shining & Conditioning Gel (Regular Hold) 4.4oz
Date of Usage: Since Middle School, so about 12+ yrs
Product Claims: The new excitement for hair! Sleek it, slick it, shine it, define it! NO wax, NO grease, No alcohol, just pure fun that conditions as you style.
Directions: Apply small amount into the palm of your hand, rub hands together. Work through wet or dry hair. Style as desired. Avoid eye contact.

My experience: I felt that in some ways this product kept up to it's promises. This is hard for me b/c this has been my go to gel for years and it still could be, but I was let down by this product and b/c of my product security issues I don't want to let it go only to find there isn't anything better.(Note:I am looking into EcoStyler Gel)
It does and it did lay edges down, however, I noticed that during long stretches or in the summer heat it just seems greasy and doesn't keep my edges smooth. It does impart a shine that after a few minutes tends to seem a little greasy. This gel is better for me in the winter, but truth is I don't search for or even plan to keep and restock "seasonal" products. It was fun and fruit-scented while it lasted(smells like strawberries), but this is where I venture out for a gel that will do what it says no matter the weather, literally. I'm in Texas so heat is my biggest problem and it is quite embarrassing, not to mention tacky when your gel makes your face greasy. I hate it.
I will say that this gel tames the nape very, very well. I will also say that I used this gel, just a light dab before a twist out or braid out and it provided shine and hold. I would use this and other gels because I am not a fan of spritz and setting sprays. I can say that you don't have to worry about this gel getting crusty or flaking.

Staple Status: NO :(

Ingredients: Water/Agua, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Oleth-10 Phosphate, Oleth-10, Oleth-5, Polysorbate 80, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl Acetate, Parfum/Fragrance, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Methylparaben, DMDM Hydantoin, Propylparaben, Limonene, Butylphenyl, Methylpropional, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Geraniol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Linalool, Amyl Cinnamal, Yellow 5, Red 4, Red 33


DISCLAIMER- Whether my review is good, bad or downright ugly, I am in no way affiliated with any of the aforementioned products. I am a consumer and I purchase all of the aforementioned products with my husband's hard-earned money. I am a self-made pj without any reimbursement or acknowledgement from any product companies.