Tuftrix Hair Gel

About Tuftrix

Tuftrix is a product of the Trix Matrix line that includes an array of styling tools such as hair gels, mousses, and sprays. The Trix hair product line has a classification system that categorizes its products by the firmness of their hold. This system is numbered from one to three, while one represents the least hold strength and three indicates a supremely firm hold. Tuftrix gel is classified as a type 3 gel, meaning that it is one of the strongest products Matrix has to offer. This gel works well on damp as well as dry hair and can be mixed with water and spritzed onto the hair for a more diffuse reaction.

Who Needs Tuftrix Hair Gel

The type of style you are aiming for will determine your need for Tuftrix hair gel or any product that features a rock-like hold. Punk hair styles that involve spikes and rigid mohawks will benefit from this sort of gel. Likewise, women with extremely dry and wayward curls may also want to lock their hair into place with level three Matrix Products. How hard of a hold are you promised? Some users who reviewed this product state that the hair gel can give you porcupine-like hair. For many people, porcupine spikes are not desirable, but for the punk and skater communities deadly spikes are a categorical must. If blow drying will be involved in your styling routine, you can also mix the Tuftrix gel with a heat styling protectant to make the heat process easier on your hair.

Disadvantages of Tuftrix Hair Gel

Although this product does not have a reputation for flaking, hair gels in general can be hard on the roots of the hair, as can any styling product that is used on a daily basis. Also, Tuftrix is not the gel for individuals wanting soft flowing hair, or even hair that moves for that matter. Tuftrix is useful only for styles that need to remain statuesque throughout the day.

If your hair is exceptionally fine, a product like Tuftrix may be too overpowering for your strands. Some users have even reported that it is difficult to wash out, so unless you have very thick hair that requires this much strength, you may want to check out some of Matrix's level two styling products. If you are intentionally trying to recreate an exceptionally hard spiky look, do keep in mind that frozen hairdos may look good in the pages of magazines but can appear harsh up close.

Pricing and Purchasing Information

Matrix Tuftrix gel retails for approximately 16 dollars, which is on the more expensive side for many people. However, to make purchasing matters even more difficult, this product does not have a wide release and is limited to Matrix salons and some authorized distributors. It can be purchased online at places like Stuff4Beauty.com and GoddessWithin.com. Yet, the word is out that Tuftrix has been discontinued by Matrix, although the official Matrix site is still advertising the product in its repertoire. If you're a huge fan of this product, you may want to stock up heavily over the next few months, as it is possible that Tuftrix hair gel has been discontinued.

Comparable Products

Matrix isn't the only line that contains hair products with serious hold. TIGI Hair Care has designed a collection of products called "Catwalk" that is specifically designed to help create the intense creative styles that you've seen on runway models, and, yes, these products boast some serious hold. If you're looking for more information regarding the Catwalk line, feel free to visit the official TIGI website where information is listed regarding each product.

Many other hair care products are available with varying levels of hold, and some careful experimentation can help you find just the right level of control your perfect style needs.