You probably know it well, you leave your hairdresser with a perfect hairstyle and you finally have your Hair the way you want it. The next day you want to style your Hair again and the look from the day before is impossible to achieve. It may mean that you're not doing your Hair the right way or that you're using the wrong product. It's not surprising given the number of different products on the market today. Sometimes you can't see the forest for the trees. To make it a bit easier for you, we will tell you which products to use for certain hairstyles and what those products actually do.
If you're still using such a large pot of yellow chemical Material, it's time to call the disposal service to have it removed from your house. You're probably not going to achieve the hairstyle you have when you walk out of the salon with that.
Pompadour
The pompadour has been very popular in recent years. It can be worn in different ways. Tight, neat, and classic or more loose and natural. You achieve this hairstyle best with a Pomade. We recommend a water-based Pomade because it is easier to wash out.
Hair Dryer your Hair into shape after washing and apply the Pomade. If you have thick Hair, use a Pomade with a strong Hold. Use a high Shine for a lot of shine or a low Shine for a more matte effect. If your Hair is too thick, apply the Pomade to slightly damp Hair. You will then be able to style more easily and your Hair will shine more. For thinner Hair, it's best to blow-dry your Hair completely dry and then apply the product. Your Hair will then have more volume and the Hold will be stronger.
Short and messy
If you want a short, natural, and messy look, use a Hair Clay in dry Hair. Your Hair will get a lot of texture, volume, and Hold but still maintain a natural appearance. Apply the Hair Clay to dry Hair and knead it into shape for the messy effect. Nowadays, you see this style with shorter side and back sections with more Hair on top. You can also wear it with more covered side and back sections. It's entirely up to you. This style works well for people with wavy Hair.
The parting
Like the Pompadour, the parting is an extremely popular hairstyle that will probably never completely disappear. There are two variants. The loose, more casual parting with more volume and the classic tight parting. We will discuss both.
The classic parting
A hairstyle that is more suitable for people with straight Hair. For this, it is best to use a product with a strong Hold. This could be a Pomade or Hair Wax. Whichever you prefer. Use a comb while blow-drying to Combs your Hair in the desired direction and to create a nice parting. Then apply the Pomade or Hair Wax and comb again if necessary. A Pomade with a lot of shine is often used for the classic parting. You could use a Pomade based on both water and oil.
The casual parting
A parting often seen in men with more waves in the Hair. This is because Hair with waves or curls tends to do its own thing and it is often not nice to Combs it tightly. You achieve this style best by using a Hair Paste or possibly a Pomade with a low to medium Hold. Hair Dryer your Hair dry and style it only with your fingers. You also make the parting with your fingers because a comb makes it too tight. Then apply the Hair Paste or Pomade by kneading to maintain the texture and nice wave. If you have thinner Hair, you could also use a Hair Clay for more volume.
Slicked back
A style often said to be for the true gentleman. This style only works well when you have straight Hair. Hair Dryer your Hair and comb it back. Then apply a Pomade with a lot of Hold. A oil-based Pomade works best for this style. It has a lot of Hold and a lot of shine. If you don't like that, a water-based Pomade is also an option. If you want a lot of shine, apply it to slightly damp Hair. Optionally style with a Hair Wax.
Hair forward
A very easy hairstyle that requires almost no hair product. You only need to bring your Hair forward with your Hands. Do you have thick Hair? Use just a little Grooming Spray or Hair Paste to style your Hair. Apply to dry Hair. Also an ideal style to hide your receding hairline.
Long Hair
When you have longer Hair, it's best not to put too much in your Hair. You probably want it to fall naturally and it should continue to look natural. We recommend using a light Hair Cream or Grooming Spray. This has a low Hold but provides some control over your Hair.
If your hairstyle is not treated, do not immediately throw our windows in, but take a look at what look you want to achieve and what the different products do. You can always call or email us for advice. Below we list some guidelines.
Hair Clay
- Strong Hold
- A lot of volume
- A lot of texture
- Little to no shine
- Optionally combine with a Pomade for more shine
Pomade (water)
- Low to strong Hold
- Little to a lot of shine
- Easy to wash out
- Not easy to restyle
Pomade (oil)
- Higher Hold
- A lot of shine
- Easy to restyle
- Not easy to wash out
Hair Paste
- Low to strong Hold
- Little to a lot of shine
- Slightly thinner and wetter than Hair Clay
- Suitable for almost every type of Hair
Hair Wax
- In terms of thickness between a Hair Clay and Hair Paste
- Strong Hold
- Little to a lot of shine
Hair Gel
- Becomes hard
- Low Hold
- Very chemical product
Hair Cream
- Low Hold
- Thinnest product
- Low and high shine