How to Gelatine your Hair

For displays and routine competitions, swimmers will be required to gel their hair.  This is how synchronised swimmers keep their hair up throughout the routine.

What you will need:

  • Powdered gelatine (comes in sachets, usually found in the baking aisle at the supermarket)
  • A bowl (or something that will withstand the heat from boiling water to mix)
  • Something to mix the gel with
  • Hot water
  • Hairbrush
  • Rat tailed comb
  • Hair bands
  • Bun nets that match your hair colour
  • Bun grips
  • Hair grips
  • Egg brush/paint brush
  • A small towel
Your now all ready to try and gel! Click here for a step by step guide