Slick Gorilla Clay Pomade 70g

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Just like gel, wax is another product that is on it's way out as a standalone, and the more traditional hair wax doesn't really exist away from older brands. A lot of products nowadays have taken natural waxes like beeswax and lanolin, which have a lot of benefits for the hair and used them in a wide variety of products like pomades, pastes and clays to create hybrid products. The more traditional hair wax became the go to product for a lot of men in the bed head era in the late 90s to early 2000's. Wax would usually give you a low to medium hold with a medium shine, however it's always advisable to use sparingly as waxes can often give an ultra greasy look if overused. Hairspray is one of the more common finishing products for men, and with that being said we won't go into too much detail here. Hairspray doesn't really have a set format, all that we can say is that it comes in an aerosol can and is designed to give your hair added hold. This can be used on it's own or more commonly after using another styling product. Hairspray is best used when paired with a low to medium hold styling product to help you get some added hold, especially before a night out when you want your hair in place for a long period of time. Curly hair can be triumphed against just as easily as fair hair, you just need to go about things a little differently. Instead of dry hair, apply clay when your hair is wet for a proper hold. Choose your clay based on the desired hold and remember that brands like Paul Mitchell MITCH and Moroccanoil Texture Clay are perfect to battle any frizz you’re dealing with. Wavy Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s get into the good stuff. Learn how to apply clay pomade with this simple 5-step routine below! Start With Clean, Dry Hair They need less of it over time as they can use the residual build-up of product accumulating in their hair, even after washing it. 9. Versatility

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Clay - Great for shorter to medium hairstyles. Helps to add texture and volume to the hair. Will contain a clay.

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Before applying the product, make sure you’ve washed out any product that has previously been applied. This will give the hair more volume and will prevent product build-up. Matte pomades come in a more paste-like form. The formula is a little dryer than what you may be used to if you’re used to a more traditional pomade. These matte hair paste pomades generally have a medium bodied hold and are perfect for a looser or more casual look. It seems that most people after a hair paste styling product, like our Matte Pomade, are trying to achieve a more subtle look, as if they didn’t spend time putting their hair together in the morning.

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Prefer more modern and messy hairstyles, although it’s still possible to produce definition and tidiness if desired. This is true of both clays and pomades. When it comes to pomades, this is really all you need to know. Use a pomade from a trusted reputable hair care company that knows what they’re doing. Ahem. These, far better products are not only going to produce better results they are going to keep you healthy. You deserve that. Everyone deserves that. Water based pomade = Medium to high shine, high hold, easily washable. Can dry hard & stiff or lose hold in hotter weather. Which hair pomade should you go for?You can spot a water based pomade by looking at the ingredients and seeing if the first ingredient in the list is water or aqua. This means that it is the main ingredient used in the product. This is the challenge we found ourselves up against when we set out to make our Sun Wax Pomade. How do you make a hair wax with strong hold, but water-based so it’s easy to wash out, yet is still a 100% natural, plant-made, vegan product? Pomades do the same thing. Don’t get it twisted, in the end the process is the same as a gel, the moisture from the product will evaporate out and leave the good stuff holding your hair in place. However, the way a good pomade will achieve this is without alcohol. Alcohol is bad for your hair and skin. You do not want that on you. It dries your hair out. That’s bad. It dries and damages your skin on your head leaving behind unwanted flakes. That’s bad and gross. It can cause itching, soreness and pain. That’s really bad. You don’t want any of that. A good water based pomade will typically have a medium to high shine and give you a high hold without overly drying out. Curly hair looks great messy if done with a little effort. There is a difference between true literal bed head and 5 minutes in front of the mirror “bed head”. The one that takes a little more effort is going to yield much better results during the day. Add in a little bit of our hybrid type Premium Blends Pomade and blow dry. If you can’t be bothered to blow dry or don’t have a hair dryer that is ok, just ensure that your hair is at least 75% dry when adding any product to curly hair.

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Once you’ve got a dime-sized amount, rub your hands together to evenly coat the inside of your palms and fingers. This will make it so much easier to evenly work and style the clay pomade into your hair. Coat The Hairs Some clays are smoother to apply and distribute through the hair than others. Clays with waxier ingredients included do tend to distribute more smoothly as it takes away some of that dryness. Jojoba oil – A liquid that’s produced in the seeds of an American shrub, jojoba oil contains anti-inflammatory properties, vitamins E and B, and is known for it’s ability moisturize skin and hair. It’s all about glossiness, regardless of whether they’re oil-based or water-based. Having said that, you can expect a longer-lasting shine from oil-based ones. Bentonite clay – Contains natural minerals that help condition, moisturize, and soften hair, and can even help promote new hair growth. It also contains antimicrobial properties that can help alleviate scalp irritation, flakes, and dandruff.

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A hair paste product will stay pliable throughout the day, giving you the ability to rework it to your liking whenever needed. This characteristic gives you that more natural “nonchalant” look. And, as with any product for your hair, if you use a little bit more the look will become tighter and more polished. You will just have to experiment with it. It's easy to get bogged down in comparing pomade vs paste or clay vs pomade, but there are a lot of products on the market that say they're a pomade, a clay, a paste when they're not by definition. Try not to get bogged down in names and look for the properties of the products and the styles they can achieve instead. One brands paste will be another's putty. Texture dust = Ultra matte finish. Medium to high hold. Used as a pre styler before styling product. Be wary of using too much. What styles is texture powder good for?