Styling your Hair with the Right Product
- Jun 2, 2018
- 4 min read
Trying to decide which hair product to use can sometimes be difficult because there are many different types of hair products and so many brands to choose from. On top of this, everyone’s hair is different, so knowing which hair product is best for you can be difficult. In this Article we will explain what each type of hair product is and what it does.
CLAY – Clay is a great product to use, especially if you want a more natural look. It is great for medium to short hair, giving it a natural matte finish. Most clay's will have quite a strong hold without making your hair look or feel hard. Clay styling products can also add a bit of volume to your hair making your hair look and feel slightly thicker.
Pros: Stays workable throughout the day. Does not flake or set rock hard.
Cons: Clay can leave white clumps in your hair if it is not applied evenly and thoroughly. Due to the fact that clay does not set hard, hair may move out of place during the day.
Ideal for: Most hairstyles with a natural look or a messy style
POMADE: Pomade is a thick gummy product with a strong hold and great shine. Due to the fact that it is thick it is great for sculpting hair into style. It will give you a clean dapper look when styled right. A great positive about most pomades is that they are mostly water based, making it easier to wash out even without shampoo
Pros: Does not flake or set rock hard. Washes out easily
Cons: Can some out with sweat
Ideal for: Comb Overs, Slick backs, and Pompadours.
GEL – Gel is similar to pomade but is less viscous at first and sets quite hard. Gel which was popular in the 90’s and 2000’s is great for spiked hairstyles and has high shine and gel can lock in any hairstyle. Gel is usually now best used as just a touch up products for throughout the day, as other better products will give you the finish you are after with your hair.
Pros: Sets hard. Washes out easily
Cons: Hair becomes stiff and can create flakes in your hair
Ideal for: Messy and Spiked hair styles
WAX – Wax is a great product for medium to short hairstyles. Most traditional hair waxes are Oil based which means it will not dissolve in sweat or water. This makes it a great hair product for playing sports. Wax has a medium to high hold and usually has a great wet look shine.
Pros: Stays Pliable throughout the day. Water resistant and sweat proof
Cons: More difficult to wash out.
Ideal for: Comb overs, Slick backs, Pompadours
STYLING POWDER – Hair powder or fibre is best for those who want to style their hair but want it to look natural as if there’s nothing in it. Powder is also great for creating volume and can make hair feel thicker and fuller.
Pros: Adds Volume, give a natural look
Cons: Does not set hard
Ideal for: Natural look or Messy Look hairstyles
HAIRSPRAY – This is a great finishing product for hairstyles that require a strong hold. Hairspray will hold in your desired hairstyle once you are finished shaping it with different products. It is not recommended to use hairspray as your only styling product unless you can easily style your hair with water only, in which case the hair spray will just hold it into place
Pros: Has a great hold
Cons: Easily gets onto your sculp, which can feel uncomfortable
Ideal for: Setting hair in place
PASTE – Has a medium to high hold. Paste is a great option for short to medium length hairstyles and will add volume and texture to your hairstyle. It also stays pliable throughout the day. It may not hold intricate hairstyles or hold thick hair very well, but if you want a great natural and touchable look the paste is the way to go. it will also add a bit of volume to your hair making your hair look and feel a bit thicker.
Pros: Stays Pliable through the day
Cons: Paste can leave clumps in your hair if it is not applied evenly and thoroughly. Due to the fact that paste does not set hard, your hair may move out of place during the day
Ideal for: Comb overs, with a more natural appearance
CREAM – This is a great option for medium to long hair as it is not as thick or heavy like Pomades, Clay's or waxes. It is a very light weight product, so it will look and feel like you hardly have any product in your hair at all. Its great for getting rid of frizz and making the hair look tidy without looking like it has a heap of product through it. It will also leave your hair pliable throughout the day and add a bit of volume to your hair making your hair look and feel a bit thicker.
Pros: Light weight, light hold, Stays Pliable through the day
Cons: Doesn’t offer a great amount of hold, particularly for people with thick hair
Ideal for: Comb overs, pompadour, natural look hairstyles or messy styles
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