OH I know how you feel...I went throught that too, but now I have found my fav. product EVER!!!!

Garnier Fructis Style Reshapable Putty STRONG

it has a red top and its just the best!! I get sooo many compliments about my hair because it looks as if I woke up with soft waves...I LOVE IT!!
U should definitely try it!!

when using it I spread it all over my hands and run a bit of water on them and then I apply it to my hair...first I put my head down to get the backside...then I put my head up straight and apply it everywhere else

here's what it looks like...
http://www.americarx.com/Products/31216.html?ref=sortprice