Reddit reviews Gatsby Perfect Hold Wax - Extra Hard - 2.11 oz

Both products, Perfect Hold and Spiky Edge, don't make your hair rock-hard so they won't leave any white solidified flake. You can even re-style your hair after awhile you first apply them- this may make you think that these waxes are not strong but they really are(especially the spiky edge). It's hard to describe their texture so see this video FYI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UH6SUHBIy9c

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Moving Rubber Spiky Edge is definitely on the strong side of holding. If strong hold is your priority, I'd say try Spiky Edge first. If you want natural style and yet strong hold for a day, I recommend style with wax/cream first and finish with spray.

Where you can buy:

Moving Rubber Spiky Edge: https://www.amazon.com/GATSBY-MOVING-RUBBER-SPIKY-2-8oz/dp/B000V2ACH8/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1538966536&sr=8-2&keywords=gatsby%2Bspiky%2Bedge&dpID=51j0gvw558L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1

Perfect Hold Wax Extra Hard: https://www.amazon.com/Gatsby-Perfect-Hold-Wax-Extra/dp/B001GQ2ED8/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1538966703&sr=8-1&keywords=Gatsby+Perfect+Hold+Wax+-+Extra+Hard&dpID=41sprgdTXgL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

I know you mentioned you want to avoid waxes but I swear by this specific “wax” from Gatsby.

My hair is naturally thick (Islander genes) and unlike pomades and most waxes, this stuff has a matte appearance and pretty creamy consistency. What’s great is that the following day, it will keep its hold but have a more natural look. It doesn’t flake at all either. I’ve tried most brands - Crew, Murray’s, Paul Mitchell, etc.

I’ll usually use argon oil to weigh down the back of my hair and then Gatsby for the front. If there is a Japanese supermarket near you, they sometimes have sample containers set out for customers to try.