Then there is the hold. If you’re after a super strong, super long hold, this is not the clay for you. It lasts reasonably long – and stands up to humidity and moisture (so you can feel secure at the gym), but it’s not a 24-hour hold. And, we can’t say it’s anything more than medium. While ROUGH.RIDER is an excellent hair clay, it’s hard to wash out. It’s not the oil that’s the problem, it’s the grittiness that’s left on your hair.

If you want a formal hairstyle with a high shine, use a wax or pomade. Otherwise, clay is your best option. Guys with slightly longer hair will achieve amazing shaggy styles with hair clay. They’re not bad at controlling the frizz, which makes it a great choice for men that fight that battle every day. Damp hair is usually the best starting point. We’re talking towel-dried, so there’s still a little moisture to help you spread the product through your hair. But, you can work with hair that’s nearly dry if you add a little water to the product in your hand when applying it. And, one of the nice things about hair clay is that it doesn’t damage your hair. As long as you’ve chosen a product with bentonite or kaolin clay, the natural ingredients will provide your hair with some vitamins and minerals. And, because it doesn’t strip the natural oils, you can leave it in for a few days. If you’re anti-shampoo, you can get by with a conditioner only – though the number of days you can go between washes reduces the damage shampoos do. What counts in a hair clay? When should you turn away? This product offers incredibly strong hold – on both dry and damp hair – and lasts all day and night.

If your hair is naturally fine or you’re beginning to experience thinning, you need to take a serious look at this product. Like right now. It’s amazing. Take the below with a grain of salt; because it can be quite moisturizing, most men should experiment with clay before moving onto products that can damage hair. Duration. Hair clay holds for anywhere between 16 and 24 hours, though typically on the shorter end. But, because it’s non-damaging, you can apply a little more if you find you need it. Not only will you look amazing, but you’ll also smell great with the Axe Natural Look Softening Control Clay. It’s perfect for gents looking for an easy-going hairstyle that’s pliable but will stay in place. It won’t dry hard or flake, so your hair remains totally touchable. Use it wet or dry; it’s simple to incorporate into your daily routine. The great thing about clay is that it’s ideal for more casual, relaxed styles, so a loose finish isn’t terrible.

It’s got a medium to strong hold, depending on the amount and length of hair that you’re starting with. We can’t say that we’re supremely blown away when working with hair that needs a high hold, but this product also wasn’t designed for that. Love the hold and natural appearance of a hair clay, but can’t stand the difficult to work with texture? You totally just found your game-changer product. Seriously. This doesn’t feel like a clay, but it sure works like a clay. It’s a little difficult to describe the texture until you try it, and we certainly advise that you do. With a satisfaction guarantee and good customer service, there’s little reason not to. But, it’s more common to find hair clays that have a medium hold – it’s enough to get your hair into place, but guys in windy cities won’t find it holds up throughout the day. Work until it’s evenly distributed, and there aren’t any chunky bits. (If you start with clumps, you will end with clumps.) Work product through your hair from roots to tips, trying to disperse it evenly. Then, all you need to do is push it into the style you prefer.And, some hair clays aren’t made with bentonite or kaolin, which many would say disqualify them from being actual clays – forcing them into a pseudo-clay category. But, when it behaves like a clay – and provides that matte finish while increasing volume, we’re happy enough to keep them in the clay category. How much hair clay do you need? Hold. You’ll usually get a medium hold, though it does range from low to high, depending on the product you choose. Generally speaking, your hair won’t be able to withstand a day in a hat or strong winds. Clays are almost ridiculously expensive. And, while there are other products that offer a matte finish, there aren’t any that add texture and volume as well as a decent hold. Clays really take the cake for that combination. For a start, it will definitely make your hair look, well, fatter. You’ll be able to work with it in ways you didn’t expect, as you can achieve some piecing, without exposing your scalp in that horrifying way you may be experiencing with other products.