Studio Line Clear Minded Clean Gel - Strong Hold

$4.99

Clean Gel is rated 2.0 out of 5 by 50.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Clean Definition. Hold. No Build-Up.

Structure any style with clean definition with Studio Clean Gel. It keeps your style firmly in line without the build-up baggage.

INGREDIENTS

AQUA / WATER / EAU; VP/VA COPOLYMER; TRIETHANOLAMINE; PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL; CARBOMER; PHENOXYETHANOL; HYDROXYPROPYLCELLULOSE; PEG-14 DIMETHICONE; PARFUM / FRAGRANCE; PANTHENOL; ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN; PENTASODIUM PENTETATE; NIACINAMIDE; CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE; PYRIDOXINE HCl; BENZOPHENONE-4; LINALOOL; BENZYL SALICYLATE; HEXYL CINNAMAL; LIMONENE; BENZYL BENZOATE; BENZYL ALCOHOL; HYDROXYCITRONELLAL; EUGENOL; CITRONELLOL; HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3-CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE; GERANIOL

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Directions: Rub desired amount in hands. Apply evenly throughout damp or dry hair and style.

Styling Tip: For classic styles, apply to damp hair and use fingers or a comb to shape style.

Fix your style into place with Studio Mega Hairspray.

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5 out of 5 stars.

12 years ago

Love this gel! I never get any white flakes or helmet head :) it actually leaves my hair really soft and smells good - like fresh laundry kinda! I have been buying it for many years.

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1 out of 5 stars.

Not an alternative to Mlting Gel

6 years ago

Eating gel was a manageable flexible hold with a light feel. I used it for many years. This product is no better than the other gel products available from the grocery store shelf. Melting gel helped L’Oréal stand out from the competitors with a product that was different and very reliable. Clean gel is not that product. Bring back the melting gel and bring back lost customers

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Age:45 to 54

Gender:Female

My eye color:Green

My hair color:Medium Brown

My complexion:Fair

My undertone:Neutral Undertone

1 out of 5 stars.

Not Melting Gel Substitute

11 months ago

Please bring back melting gel! It’s a decade later and people STILL begging you to bring it back or make a “new” product with the old melting gel formula. With this many requests you have to wonder is L’Oréal unable to swallow their pride and admit it shouldn’t have been discontinued or something? Never seen a following like this before for a drug store hair product. Is there a Kerastasse product that’s the old melting gel at double the price? Please share the name if so. I will buy it.

Would you purchase this again:No

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4 out of 5 stars.

No Travel Size

a year ago

Great product but they don't make an airplane restricted travel size in 3oz or less. 1.25 or 2oz sizes are needed.

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San Antonio

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Age:45 to 54

Gender:Male

My eye color:Light Brown

My hair color:Soft Black

My complexion:Medium

My undertone:Neutral Undertone

1 out of 5 stars.

I loved the 80s/90s lemon scent.

a year ago

I just don’t like the “clean smell”. Bring back the old formula from the 80s and 90s. It used to smell lemon like and Walmarts styling fiber strong hold has this exact smell. However, it is not as good as the old gel.

Would you purchase this again:No

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Age:65 or over

Gender:Male

My eye color:Blue

My complexion:Light

My undertone:Neutral Undertone

1 out of 5 stars.

Bring Back Melting Gel

2 years ago

This product is not a good substitute for Melting Gel. L'Oreal, you need to admit your mistake and bring back Melting Gel. I am reluctantly looking elsewhere to replace Melting Gel. L'Oreal are you listening?

Would you purchase this again:No

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San Francisco, CA

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Age:45 to 54

Gender:Male

My eye color:Hazel

My hair color:Light Brown

My complexion:Light

My undertone:Cool Undertone

1 out of 5 stars.

No Good

2 years ago

Not good at all. Melting Gel was a lot better and not as sticky and stiff as this one is. I am not sure why Loreal would not bring back Melting Gel. It had a strong hold, mild smell, allowed the hair not to look natural.

Would you purchase this again:No

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Age:35 to 44

Gender:Male

1 out of 5 stars.

Nowhere close to melting gel

2 years ago

This is not an alternate to melting gel. I am sure your marketing team is seeing sales numbers and saying oh this is working but mind it half of those purchases are a result of customer mistaking the product as same as melting gel. Bring melting gel back and keep this SKU for customers who like this one

Would you purchase this again:No

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1 out of 5 stars.

Bring back the old melting gel

3 years ago

I used to use this product every day. Untill they discontinued it. What a shame. Bring it back please.

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1 out of 5 stars.

Not clean

3 years ago

Not clean. Is there anything with the same ingredients as the melting gel? Under a new name? I don’t have patience to try them all. Ready to move on to a different brand.

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5 out of 5 stars.

12 years ago

Love this gel! I never get any white flakes or helmet head :) it actually leaves my hair really soft and smells good - like fresh laundry kinda! I have been buying it for many years.

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1 out of 5 stars.

Not an alternative to Mlting Gel

6 years ago

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Not Melting Gel Substitute

11 months ago

Would you purchase this again:No

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4 out of 5 stars.

No Travel Size

a year ago

Great product but they don't make an airplane restricted travel size in 3oz or less. 1.25 or 2oz sizes are needed.

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San Antonio

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Age:45 to 54

Gender:Male

My eye color:Light Brown

My hair color:Soft Black

My complexion:Medium

My undertone:Neutral Undertone

1 out of 5 stars.

I loved the 80s/90s lemon scent.

a year ago

Would you purchase this again:No

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Age:65 or over

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My eye color:Blue

My complexion:Light

My undertone:Neutral Undertone

1 out of 5 stars.

Bring Back Melting Gel

2 years ago

Would you purchase this again:No

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My hair color:Light Brown

My complexion:Light

My undertone:Cool Undertone

1 out of 5 stars.

No Good

2 years ago

Would you purchase this again:No

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Age:35 to 44

Gender:Male

1 out of 5 stars.

Nowhere close to melting gel

2 years ago

Would you purchase this again:No

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1 out of 5 stars.

Bring back the old melting gel

3 years ago

I used to use this product every day. Untill they discontinued it. What a shame. Bring it back please.

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1 out of 5 stars.

Not clean

3 years ago

Not clean. Is there anything with the same ingredients as the melting gel? Under a new name? I don’t have patience to try them all. Ready to move on to a different brand.

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Clean Gel
6 years ago

Why was the Melting Gel discontinued? It was your best all around gel. And what is the difference between the Clean Gel being recommended in its place, and the Melting Gel? Because the Clean Gel is sticky and the Melting Gel wasn’t.

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1. Consumer Care Center
  
  6 years ago
  
  Hi There, We are sorry to hear that your favorite product was discontinued. We know how disappointing this is. We will be sharing your disappointment to the correct department of our team. We hope you will find a new product to replace your old favorite soon!
  
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Clean Gel
6 years ago

The melting gel was/is a good Product with flexibility and and not stiff with little or no build up. The clean gel is far from being any close to to the Melting gel. Any real replacement?

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  6 years ago
  
  Hi There, Thanks for reaching out! We suggest trying our invisi Gel. We hope you find some of the same qualities that you found in the Melting Gel. Thanks for your interest in L'Oreal!
  
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Clean Gel
7 years ago

How to use?

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  7 years ago
  
  Hi there! Thanks for your interest in our Studio Line Clean Gel. Directions: Rub desired amount in hands. Apply evenly throughout damp or dry hair and style. Styling Tip: For classic styles, apply to damp hair and use fingers or a comb to shape style. Fix your style into place with Studio Mega Hairspray. We hope you try it soon!
  
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Clean Gel
8 years ago

Can Loreal Clean Gel be used prior to curling hair with curling iron?

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  8 years ago
  
  Hi Sue21! Thank you for your interest in Studio Clean Gel. This is a holding gel and should not be used with a curling iron.
  Directions for use: Rub desired amount in hands. Apply evenly throughout damp or dry hair and style.
  Styling Tip: For classic styles, apply to damp hair and use fingers or comb to shape the style.
  We hope this information is helpful.
  
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Clean Gel
8 years ago

Is it for men

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  8 years ago
  
  Hi Rbks! Thank you for your inquiry on our Clean Gel. This product can be used on any gender. We hope this helps!
  
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Clean Gel
9 years ago

I'm looking for STUDIO LINE - SILKY CURLS - CURL ENHANCER

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  9 years ago
  
  Hi Rosa Lil! The Studio Line Silky Curls Curl Enhancer is no longer available, but we would suggest trying our Curve It Elastic Curl Mousse instead! You can view the product using the link below.
  https://www.lorealparisusa.com/products/hair-style/products/hair-mousse/advanced-hairstyle-curve-it-elastic-curl-mousse.aspx?shade=curve-it-elastic-curl-mousse
  
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Clean Gel
9 years ago

Don't you produce "Normal Hold" anymore for hair invisi-gel?

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  9 years ago
  
  Hi Eduardo! Since you have reached the L'Oreal U.S. page and our products do vary country by country, we only have information on products available in the U.S. We would recommend going to the L'Oreal Chile page for further assistance. Here is the link: https://www.lorealparis.cl/. Hope this helps!
  
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Clean Gel
9 years ago

trying to purchase strong hold gel, studio line.

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  9 years ago
  
  Hi hoppy! The Studio Line Clean Gel should be available at our retailers nationwide as well as online at Walmart.com and Amazon.com. If you would prefer to purchase in store, using the link below you can enter you zip code and find stores near you that have stocked the product recently. Hope this helps!
  https://www.lorealparisusa.com/services/store-locator.aspx?upc=071249119334&prdname=Studio%20Line%20Clean%20Gel
  
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Clean Gel
9 years ago

Hi, I've been looking for a replacement for the Studio Line Absent Minded Liqui-Gel Non-Sticky Styler Strong Hold. Maybe you have renamed it but it's the same. What is the product you now sell that is the most similar? Thanks

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  9 years ago
  
  Hi Wade1! We're sorry your favorite product has been discontinued! We'd recommend trying out the Studio Line Invisi-Gel as an alternative. Although this is not an exact replacement, the Invis-Gel gives a maximum hold without any sticky buildup! Check it out: http://tinyurl.com/yafhovew
  
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Clean Gel
9 years ago

What is this gel about? Is it like a mouse? What is clean gel. Do I put it on my clean washed hair and then blow it out?

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1. Loreal Consumer Care USA
  
  9 years ago
  
  The Studio Line Clean Gel is a gel-based product for styling purposes. For best results, apply evenly throughout your hair when it is damp. After applying the product, you can let your hair air dry or blow it out, however you would like to style it! We hope this helps!
  
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Rated 1 out of 5 by begging for melting gel from Not Melting Gel Substitute Please bring back melting gel! It’s a decade later and people STILL begging you to bring it back or make a “new” product with the old melting gel formula. With this many requests you have to wonder is L’Oréal unable to swallow their pride and admit it shouldn’t have been discontinued or something? Never seen a following like this before for a drug store hair product. Is there a Kerastasse product that’s the old melting gel at double the price? Please share the name if so. I will buy it.

Date published: 2025-06-30

Rated 4 out of 5 by Hair Gel User from No Travel Size Great product but they don't make an airplane restricted travel size in 3oz or less. 1.25 or 2oz sizes are needed.

Date published: 2025-01-21

Rated 1 out of 5 by Charlie from I loved the 80s/90s lemon scent. I just don’t like the “clean smell”. Bring back the old formula from the 80s and 90s. It used to smell lemon like and Walmarts styling fiber strong hold has this exact smell. However, it is not as good as the old gel.

Date published: 2024-06-20

Rated 1 out of 5 by Bill49 from Bring Back Melting Gel This product is not a good substitute for Melting Gel. L'Oreal, you need to admit your mistake and bring back Melting Gel. I am reluctantly looking elsewhere to replace Melting Gel. L'Oreal are you listening?

Date published: 2023-11-06

Rated 1 out of 5 by Matt from No Good Not good at all. Melting Gel was a lot better and not as sticky and stiff as this one is. I am not sure why Loreal would not bring back Melting Gel. It had a strong hold, mild smell, allowed the hair not to look natural.

Date published: 2023-08-15

Rated 1 out of 5 by Cleanreview from Nowhere close to melting gel This is not an alternate to melting gel. I am sure your marketing team is seeing sales numbers and saying oh this is working but mind it half of those purchases are a result of customer mistaking the product as same as melting gel. Bring melting gel back and keep this SKU for customers who like this one

Date published: 2023-06-25

Rated 1 out of 5 by Tlee from Bring back the old melting gel I used to use this product every day. Untill they discontinued it. What a shame. Bring it back please.

Date published: 2022-11-22

Rated 1 out of 5 by Toothdoctormom from Not clean Not clean. Is there anything with the same ingredients as the melting gel? Under a new name? I don’t have patience to try them all. Ready to move on to a different brand.

Date published: 2022-11-17

Clean Gel Reviews - page 2

Rated 5 out of 5 by RKJM from Great Product Really like this product. Has just right amount of hold with a natural look and clean feel.

Date published: 2022-05-02

Rated 4 out of 5 by NYC Girl from OMG BEST GEL EVER! I've tried other brands & this one leaves no residue & doesn't make my fine wavy hair oily like some other products. Just not crazy about the smell. Should be fragrance-free. At lease the smell dissipates quickly. Works great but, then again, I never tried the "melting" hair gel everyone is raving about but was discontinued.

Date published: 2022-02-08

Rated 1 out of 5 by Roli30 from Not a good Melting Gel alternative Too thick, it's not like the melting gel, which they push as an alternative.

Date published: 2021-03-05

Rated 1 out of 5 by ArtyMoe from Thick and Way too Sticky - like clear glue Very disappointed. Wonder who at L'Oreal is responsible for suggesting this product as an alternative for the Melting Gel. I tried it and its texture is not even close. Like comparing hockey to bowling - Yeah there both sports, but ... Please bring back the Melting Gel and I will order 30 of them.

Date published: 2021-03-03

Rated 4 out of 5 by karlaw from Studio Line Clean Gel is great gel! I love the strong hold! My hair is stubborn and straight so it works great for me. My one complaint is the plastic cover on the tube. I've dropped two containers on the floor and your brittle cover always breaks in half. My suggestion is to make a more durable cover for product enhancement.

Date published: 2021-02-28

Rated 5 out of 5 by Reed A from Amazing for medium length hair I had to write a review, because I'm shocked that there are so many 1 star reviews. Perhaps they are fake reviews from a competitor? I have used this product for a while now and can say that it provides excellent hold to my hair (men's medium length hair) w/o looking greasy like some of the other hair gels out there. The best time to put it on is right after you shower, then use a comb.

Date published: 2021-02-24

Rated 1 out of 5 by myrosa from Does not compare to melting gel! I feel the same as many others. The melting gel was awesome! This clean gel is not a replacement...does not come close. It's sticky and heavy. Please listen to the consumers. I will definitely purchase again if you bring it back but I am not buying the clean gel ever again.

Date published: 2021-02-22

Rated 1 out of 5 by av2021 from Terrible I have been using their Melting gel for years. Just don't understand why would they discontinue it and replace with this CRAPPY version. I have tried the "CLEAN" gel and hate it.

Date published: 2021-02-04

Rated 1 out of 5 by msgraves82 from No Substitution for Melting Gel! This gel was horrible and sticky and in no way a comparison to Melting Gel. Melting Gel was the best hair product I've ever used and I BEG YOU to bring it back!!!!

Date published: 2021-01-06

Rated 1 out of 5 by DebRosa from NOT like melting gel This is not a good replacement for The melting gel (discontinued). I had used Melting Gel religiously for years — it was the only gel that controlled my fine curly hair without weighing it down or making it feel weird. Everything else (like this clean gel) leaves my curls limp and frizzy. I’ve spent a small fortune trying to find a replacement. This has been so disappointing — PLEASE bring back the melting gel as it was. It was perfect.

Date published: 2020-12-01

Rated 3 out of 5 by Kbbpgh from Missing Melting Gel Clean Gel is not Melting Gel, which I miss. This is not a good substitute for curly hair. Please bring back melting gel

Date published: 2020-10-28

Rated 1 out of 5 by antoniost from Bring back Melting Gel Clean is no substitute. Everyone else agrees. Bring back Melting Gel.

Date published: 2020-10-09

Rated 2 out of 5 by CurliQ from Bring Back the Melting Gel! I have been using the Melting gel for over a decade and it's the only product that works with my unruly very curly semi-frizzy hair, leaving it super soft when it dries. The Clean gel, Invisi-gel and all the others leave my hair feeling like a crusty helmet. Please bring back the Melting Gel. THAT is the only product that is different than the rest.

Date published: 2020-10-04

Rated 1 out of 5 by gmdinmd from No replacement for melting gel Even cut with a significant amount of water, this is thick, binds hair together and leaves a crunchy feel. Not cut at all, this is similar to styling paste. Used Melting Gel for a decade and now have to go to a different brand. Great decision

Date published: 2020-10-03

Rated 1 out of 5 by Hair I am from Bring back Melting Gel! This is a sticky and thick formula. It’s horrible for my curly hair. Melting gel was the best gel ever! It was my holy grail product! It was an ideal thin non sticky formula that gave my curls definition and hair didn’t feel hard or sticky. Please bring it back! This Clean Gel is NOT a substitute! It’s like any other generic thick gel. Discontinue this and bring back Melting Gel please!

Date published: 2020-09-28

Rated 1 out of 5 by Steffie123 from Terrible Bring back the melting gel. This one is terrible. It's thick, pasty and doesn't spread well plus it doesn't hold. If I put alot in it holds but feels gunky in my hair. I loved the melting gel, used it for many many years. Please bring it back.

Date published: 2020-09-24

Rated 1 out of 5 by Steve 333 from Terrible This is not comparable to melting gel at all. Does not work for curly hair. It leaves hair clumpy and doesn’t blend into hair. Do not waste your money. Bring back the melting gel line please!

Date published: 2020-09-22

Rated 1 out of 5 by Arrie from Please Bring Back Melting Gel I have several of your product and none of them compare to Melting Gel. Clean Gel is definitely not a substitute.

Date published: 2020-06-14

Rated 1 out of 5 by BGR1 from We beg you, bring back Melting Gel We BEG you, please bring back melting gel .....or make it available for online purchase only. It appears you have enough people here to be able to run a batch and have it sell out. These recommended alternatives do not work. If you really think the formula is worthless then publish it online like Chicfila did with their coleslaw recipe. I guarantee someone like me will go get it made.

Date published: 2020-06-08

Rated 1 out of 5 by 111STEVEN from CLEAN GEL CLEAN GEL IS A TERRIBLE SUBSTITUTE FOR MELTING GEL.

Date published: 2020-05-25

Rated 2 out of 5 by Scloop from Bring back Melting Gel This gel is not a substitute for Melting Gel which was discontinued. Please bring back Melting Gel. The Clean Gel is sticky and gross.

Date published: 2020-05-21

Rated 1 out of 5 by olivetree from No Substitute for Melting Gel I've read all the negative reviews for Clean Gel and completely agree that this is a terrible substitute for your discontinued Melting Gel product, which I used for many years until I could no longer find it. It was my favorite hair care product and always made my long curly red hair look fantastic. I used to get so many compliments and I always recommended Melting Gel. I would sincerely like to know why L'Oreal discontinued it. Please don't bother with the typical "we're sorry to hear..." response. I've read all those. What does your "team" have to say? It would be great if you could reach out to your loyal customers with some explanation? And if you could please provide a good substitute (even if it's not your product) that would be great. I've tried a bunch of others but have not found a product that even comes close to leaving my hair as soft, shiny and frizz-free as Melting Gel.

Date published: 2020-04-10

Rated 1 out of 5 by Markb from Not the same as Melting Gel As others have said, Melting Gel was great. Clean gel is sticky. I bought a tube, used it once and threw it away. A complete waste of money. Please bring back Melting gel. In the meantime, I will try other competitors.

Date published: 2020-03-29

Rated 1 out of 5 by Athena44 from Bring back Melting Gel Please!! I have been using and preaching about Melting Gel for 15 years. I have tried other expensive alternatives and there is literally nothing on the market that compares. Clean Gel is not the same and a terrible replacement. If you will not bring back Melting Gel (but please do!!) can you please advise your customers what ingredient in Melting Gel made it so unique so we can seek out a better alternative?? I have curly hair and HATED it until I found Melting Gel. It changed how I felt about my hair and I’m desperate to get it back. Thank you!

Date published: 2020-03-21

Rated 1 out of 5 by Dawn1991 from No...I want the Melting Gel again This is listed as an alternative to Melting Gel. This has none of the holding power that the Melting Gel had. The ingredients aren't similar. I really wish they'd bring it back.

Date published: 2020-03-08

Rated 1 out of 5 by RG 1 from Please Bring Back the Melting Gel I was afraid this might happen one day...I've been using the Studio Line Melting Gel - Strong Hold for as long as I can remember. It was wonderful...held my hair in place without any stiffness whatsoever. The Clean Gel recommendation is a poor substitute. Too stiff and sticky. I tried may other gels before finding the Melting Gel product. I guess I will be forced to start hunting for one again. It's hard to believe L'oreal would discontinue a product that worked so well and so much better than anything from your competitors. PLEASE consider bring the Melting Gel product back to market!!!!

Date published: 2020-02-17

Rated 1 out of 5 by JoeO from Please bring back MELTING Gel I've been using the L'OREAL Melting Gel for as long as I can remember...at least 20 years. I tried the Clean Gel and it doesn't even compare and I won't ever use again. Unfortunately I'm in search of a replacement. Please bring the Melting Gel back into my life.

Date published: 2020-02-15

Rated 1 out of 5 by Shupejt from Not an alternative to Mlting Gel Eating gel was a manageable flexible hold with a light feel. I used it for many years. This product is no better than the other gel products available from the grocery store shelf. Melting gel helped L’Oréal stand out from the competitors with a product that was different and very reliable. Clean gel is not that product. Bring back the melting gel and bring back lost customers

Date published: 2020-02-01

Rated 1 out of 5 by Ronn from Horrible gel I’ve been using your melting gel for many years. It wasn’t sticky and it didn’t leave my hair stiff as a board like this product. I see I’m not the only one with the same comments, Where can I get another product similar to L’Oréal melting gel. Please bring it back.

Date published: 2020-01-19

Rated 1 out of 5 by Frankzao from Not a replacement for Melting Gel Clean Gel is not the same as Melting Gel. Clean Gel leaves my hair sticky and tries to hold my curls. Melting Gel is dry and holds my curls in a way that they can move naturally. I've used Melting Gel for over a decade. Paid premium $$$ for it as it was worth it. Clean Gel is no better for my hair than Dollar Store Har gel. So disappointed.

Date published: 2019-12-23

Clean Gel Reviews - page 3

Rated 1 out of 5 by LMorgan from Not as good as Melting Gel I bought this a few weeks ago to try since I can’t get Melting gel anymore. It leaves my hair so sticky and stiff it is almost unmanageable. Please bring back Melting gel, I used it for over 15 years and nothing I have tried comes close to it.

Date published: 2019-12-04

Rated 1 out of 5 by Rp14 from NOT near as good as melting gel Wish I would have known they were discontinuing the melting gel - I would have stocked up on it. Too late now :( This product is sticky and leaves hair stiff.

Date published: 2019-11-29

Rated 1 out of 5 by hummer from Bring back the MELTING GEL!!! I can not believe this was discontinued. As a male in his 40's with hair that is thinning this was the only product I could use in my hair that didn't stiffen my hair or clump it together, but also held it in place (for what's left). I guess I now have to shave my head because none of the recommended L'oreal products come close to the effectiveness of the Melting Gel or I'll have to venture to another company that would produce something similar. Very disappointing after 15 years of using this product. Who wants to buy multiple products just to try them and see if they work....(sigh)

Date published: 2019-11-25

Rated 1 out of 5 by missingmeltinggel from This is the worst This gel is sticky, too thick and makes your hair crunch. I really wish they'd bring back their Melting Gel.

Date published: 2019-10-29

Rated 1 out of 5 by MeltGelFan from Bring back Melting Gel This stuff is awful for curly hair. Sticky and frizzy. I was using the Melting Gel for over a decade, along with many other curly girls, and it was amazing (and affordable). Clean Gel is not even remotely a substitute.

Date published: 2019-10-23

Rated 5 out of 5 by Jskmap1284 from Super gel! This gel is strong yet flexible. It really is much better than the competition.

Date published: 2019-02-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by FeMa from Good Holds my hair firm enough and my hair looks clean and natural.

Date published: 2018-08-06

Rated 5 out of 5 by Barry from Great Product Holds really well without looking like I'm using a product! My only complaint: Why isn't this sold in a small travel size so I can bring it with me on a plane? I hate having to use a different product while traveling. Seems like a missed marketing opportunity.

Date published: 2018-02-28

Rated 5 out of 5 by Pam S from I love the hold Studio Clean gel provides without the sticky build up. My hair stays full and natural looking all day long.

Date published: 2015-03-17

Rated 5 out of 5 by Amy Lynn from Love this gel! I never get any white flakes or helmet head :) it actually leaves my hair really soft and smells good - like fresh laundry kinda! I have been buying it for many years.

Date published: 2013-11-14

Rated 5 out of 5 by Alesia from No more flyaways! I used this product very lightly on top of the head and down on the hair to keep flyaways in check and everything smooth and together. I also used a little to keep my eyebrows looking well groomed.

Date published: 2012-10-23

Rated 5 out of 5 by xbirdpoopx from Best gel for curly locks Nothing manages my super curly locks better than this product! I've been using the Studio Line Clean Gel for as long as I can remember and it works better than any other product I've ever tried. I've wasted my time and money on so many other products that don't even come close to the quality of this product. The Clean Gel is just that...CLEAN! It smells nice, it doesn't feel greasy or get crunchy when it dries. None of the stores in my area carry this product anymore, much to my dismay.

Date published: 2012-01-04

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Not Melting Gel Substitute

No Travel Size

I loved the 80s/90s lemon scent.

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Nowhere close to melting gel

Bring back the old melting gel

Not clean

Reviews

Rating Snapshot

Overall Rating

Review this Product

Most Helpful Favourable Review

Most Helpful Critical Review

Not an alternative to Mlting Gel

Customer Images and Videos

Filter Reviews

Not Melting Gel Substitute

No Travel Size

I loved the 80s/90s lemon scent.

Bring Back Melting Gel

No Good

Nowhere close to melting gel

Bring back the old melting gel

Not clean

Questions

Pito

Why was the Melting Gel discontinued? It was your best all around gel. And what is the difference between the Clean Gel being recommended in its place, and the Melting Gel? Because the Clean Gel is sticky and the Melting Gel wasn’t.

Albe

The melting gel was/is a good Product with flexibility and and not stiff with little or no build up. The clean gel is far from being any close to to the Melting gel. Any real replacement?

Tajul9775

How to use?

Sue21

Can Loreal Clean Gel be used prior to curling hair with curling iron?

Rbks

Is it for men

Rosa Lil

I'm looking for STUDIO LINE - SILKY CURLS - CURL ENHANCER

Eduardo

Don't you produce "Normal Hold" anymore for hair invisi-gel?

hoppy

trying to purchase strong hold gel, studio line.

Wade1

Hi, I've been looking for a replacement for the Studio Line Absent Minded Liqui-Gel Non-Sticky Styler Strong Hold. Maybe you have renamed it but it's the same. What is the product you now sell that is the most similar? Thanks

magichappens

What is this gel about? Is it like a mouse? What is clean gel. Do I put it on my clean washed hair and then blow it out?