Hair product that lasts all day — what works and what doesn't

You spend five minutes in the morning styling your look — and by lunchtime it looks like you've done nothing. Sound familiar?

The problem is almost never in your hair. It's in the product — or how you use it.

Why do most products lose their hold?

1. The product isn't strong enough for your hair

Thick, coarse hair needs a stronger hold than fine hair. If you use a medium-hold product on thick hair, your look will lose shape during the day.

2. You use too little product

Many men use too little product for fear of a greasy look. But too little product means insufficient hold. For thick hair, you need more than you think.

3. You apply the product to damp hair

Most hair products work best on dry hair. On damp hair, water dilutes the product and weakens the hold. Wait until your hair is completely dry before applying wax or pomade.

Which products last the longest?

Hair wax — the strongest hold

Hair wax has the strongest hold of all styling products. Clay minerals cling to the hair and don't let go. A good wax keeps your look from early morning until late evening.

Pomade — strong hold with flexibility

Water-based pomade provides a strong hold that remains flexible. You can reposition your hair throughout the day without adding new product.

The right technique for maximum hold

●      Make sure hair is completely dry

●      Use a hairdryer to dry hair in the desired direction

●      Take a small amount of product and warm it between your palms

●      Work from roots to ends

●      Touch hair as little as possible for the rest of the day

Conclusion

An all-day hair product exists. But it requires the right combination of product, hair type, and technique.