Hair Pomade

Do You Need It?

Hair pomade is a great product
for adding shine and a bit of separation to a hair style.



Great for controlling frizz and even repelling humidity if you get the right product. Don't expect any holding power with hair pomade, though. It's essentially just a slippery coating that'll shine your hair up and tame it a bit.

If you like the effects of a pomade on your hair but want a bit of hold for more control, mix it in your palm with a liquid or strong hold gel before applying.

If you have fine hair, pomade is not the best choice. A liquid glossing product or a leave-in conditioning treatment would be better. Although you may have good results with a pomade if your fine hair is frizzy and you live in a very humid or very dry climate.

How to Use Pomade

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Use these products very sparingly by emulsifying the hair pomade into your palms until it's barely there. Then skim gently over the surface of the hair, coaxing stray hairs into the natural waves where they're supposed to be. Follow through to the ends for best definition...and don't forget about the back.

Recommended Hair Pomade Products

Aveda Brilliant Anti-Humectant Pomade This anti-humidity hair pomade repels moisture from the hair and smooths frizz. Great for use in humid climates.

Aveda Brilliant Humectant Pomade

This hair pomade enhances moisture in the hair, reviving thirsty curls and taming frizz. Great for use in dry climates.

Kerastase Nutritive Oleo-Relax, Smoothing Controlling Care

This relaxing hair pomade is great for smoothing either when air drying hair or for thermal styling and straightening. Repels moisture, reduces frizz, livens up dry ends and boosts shine.

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