(Part 2) Top products from r/Pomade

So my hair isn’t real thick like yours. I use Reuzel Green Medium on day one and then I add Murray’s Super Light on the following days on top of the Reuzel build up.

People say Murray’s Super Light isn’t a true Super Light, that it is more of a medium, but I definitely notice a difference between Reuzel Green and the Super Light if I use the Super Light alone.

This is the one I use (don’t buy the one without the Barber pole, it’s different). Murray's Super Light - Orange/Black 3 oz. (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IAA3Q0S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_t5.2DbXF752K1

So, maybe try putting in the Murray’s Super Light first and see how it goes through your hair. It has a lot of shine, which might help make your hair not so dry looking. You could see how it does on it’s own, but I imagine it won’t have the hold you’re looking for by it’s self. So, after putting a little Murray’s Super Light or some other Light pomade in, try to put in the medium or heavy you already have and comb it through. It MIGHT go in easier and give you the hold you want with a wet look. I’ve never tried this since my hair isn’t thick.

You can also mix the light pomade with a heavier pomade and that might help it go in easier too.

Another thing you can try with the ones you’re having problems applying is to heat them up with a hair dryer so it’s as warm and thin as possible. Just rubbing it together with your hands might not be heating it up enough to get through your hair.

Trial and error! Hope some of that works!

Edit: I see you don’t want shine. 💩 Sorry! Perhaps those tips will work if you can find a lighter pomade with a matte finish, if that exists.

I love Reuzel. Honestly, I wouldn't let anyone else dictate what hair product I use. Is your girlfriend frequently shoving her nose into your hair? I don't understand how she could smell it so strongly...

Since the Reuzel is a waterbased high hold, high shine, and doesn't really set in "hard". It's pretty unique. Which is cool. but it's definitely one of the better ones... you could try something like [Shiner Gold's Psycho Hold] (https://www.amazon.com/Shiner-Gold-Psycho-Hold-Pomade/dp/B00M13MQYC/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1465717969&sr=1-1&keywords=shiner+gold+psycho+hold) but it's going to set in a little harder.

I have a Kent folding comb that works well. It's kind of on the small side. A lot of guys use Kent combs. I also have this one

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001SXNOHY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?qid=1464916747&sr=8-1&keywords=Conair+comb&pi=SY200_QL40

It's got a detangler on one end so it makes heavies like goon grease easier to comb through. I usually hit it with the detangler then, the coarse comb and that usually is good enough. I use the Kent for the sides. I also see a lot of guys use a denman classic styling brush to help spread out the pomade. I have pretty thick hair though.

Yeah brother! I love how much I can restyle it as well.
First of all, it's really great that you use conditioner. In my personal experience it does wonders in helping out damaged hair.
What I'll use to wash my hair depends on what I'm going for. I usually use dove shampoo to wash my hair out, and it's mild enough that I'll have some residual buildup of clean wax from O'douds, which means I can use less O'douds when I style again afterwards. However, I understand that some people might not want the clean waxy feeling in their hair after they shower, so in those instances, I use Head and Shoulders. I don't use it often because it tends to strip away a lot of the oils from my scalp, and dry it up.

Sometimes, people don't have the time to hop in the shower when they want to degrease their hair, so in those cases... I saw a video of CameronA on YouTube that is in my eyes... a cheat code for the pomade users! It removes even the oiliest of pomades.

Before original i used this I thought it was pretty good, and very recently ive started using enigma which i think is an amazing prestyler

I bought a variety pack and this one is my favorite, I like that it is even all the way across but it isn't as tall (might be a little short if your hair is really thick...IDK cuz I got thinner hair)

https://smile.amazon.com/Cricket-Silicon-Hair-Multi-Purpose/dp/B01LXOOR16/ref=sr_1_11_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1504922342&sr=1-11&keywords=cricket+comb

This one seems to be recommended a lot

https://smile.amazon.com/Cricket-Silkomb-Power-Comb-Pro-30/dp/B000VAKID8/ref=sr_1_9_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1504922342&sr=1-9&keywords=cricket+comb

And I recently got their fro pick, you may like that also

https://smile.amazon.com/Ultra-Smooth-Coconut-Pick-Comb/dp/B00KV2RP32/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1504922465&sr=1-3&keywords=cricket+pick

I currently use OGX Anti-breakage Keratin Oil Shampoo, and I have used Head and Shoulders as well. Unless you're using oil-based pomades a lot, you need not worry about shampoo brands.

As far as conditioning goes, I skip it every other day. My hair, although thick, can get super silky with conditioning and flattens my hair with just a little bit of pomade.

If you are really on a tight budget and want a water base pomade then you may want to take a look at Clubman Brilliantine and Tres Flores Molding Pomade Both are under $10 for 4oz.

I would stay away from Axe hair products. Especially if you are on a budget. It's around $6-8 for only 2oz and your average water base pomades (decent to good ones) will run you as low as $10-15 for 4oz and you get a much more superior product.

This kit has some nice wide tooth options..I use the short stubby one that fits in your hand. I start styling with a round brush to distribute. Then move to a regular comb to get it in place and then run the wide tooth or my hands through for the finished texture.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RKWC15V/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_R7I0Db3CCAW4S

Before you go use some expensive product. Go to your local pharmacy and buy some of those cheap clays. See if those work, if they do. You’re welcome. If not, my favorite stuff for my old faux hawk was [this.](Tea Tree Shaping Cream, 3.0 Fl Oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UPO54M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nfyDDb13X0PS6)
The [grooming pomade](Tea Tree Grooming Pomade, 3 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E24RT4U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZyyDDbZ6BGEPD) is also very good for little quiffs.

I found a few reasonably priced products. Are any of these good?

http://www.amazon.in/Giovanni-Wicked-Styling-Pomade-2-Ounce/dp/B0011DIXJU/ref=sr_1_54?ie=UTF8&qid=1474372128&sr=8-54&keywords=pomade

http://www.amazon.in/Professionnel-Homme-Clay-Strong-1-7oz/dp/B003JEXUAQ/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1474372051&sr=8-21&keywords=pomade

http://www.amazon.in/Schwarzkopf-Flexwax-Ultra-Strong-Cream/dp/B005SAYDQO/ref=sr_1_28?ie=UTF8&qid=1474372051&sr=8-28&keywords=pomade

http://www.amazon.in/LOreal-Professionnel-Homme-Sculpting-Pomade/dp/B00F4FJKA2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1474372035&sr=8-3&keywords=pomade

http://www.amazon.in/Styling-Smooth-Brilliance-Shine-Pomade/dp/B004JUPPE8/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1474372051&sr=8-20&keywords=pomade

Lockharte's line is good-

You really can't go wrong with Black and White though.

Black & White Genuine Pluko Hair Dressing Pomade 7oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WBIAE6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_v8dPybB85S2JD

Looking at the ingredients, I'd say try Fx's molding wax

https://www.amazon.com/FX-Molding-Wax-2-Ounce/dp/B000GCWNPW

You can find them at most drug stores. Not really my thing, but it works well as a prestyler and some people say they can get a decent amount of hold from it. It's also creamy and quite close to a pomade, although it's a salon product.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Black-and-White-Hair-Wax-Genuine-Pluko-HAIR-DRESSING-POMADE-200ml-/252277407569?hash=item3abce7bf51:g:eW0AAOSwpzdWs86m

http://www.amazon.ca/Murray-Dressing-Pomade-Unisex-Ounce/dp/B000EVGPC2/ref=sr_1_1?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1457375037&sr=1-1&keywords=murrays+pomade

these two?

I use Fast Orange.

It's an orange based pumice soap in a pump, meant for greasy mechanic hands! It gets even my stickiest, gunkiest clays off.