Matte Clay Paste Pomade vs. Original Medium Shine Pomade: What’s the Difference & Which One Should I Use?

September 9, 2023

When it comes to hairstyling, the plethora of options available can make it overwhelming to select the perfect product for your needs. Among these, pomades have been a popular choice for years, offering versatility and hold for a range of styles. Let's dive into the differences between Damson Street Supply’s Matte Clay Paste Pomade and the Original Medium Shine Pomade and explore the unique benefits each brings to your grooming routine.

What is Matte Clay Paste Pomade?

Our Matte Clay Paste pomade is a water-based hairstyling product composed mainly of waxes and oils. Its most distinguishing feature is its matte finish, which gives your hair a natural look almost as if no product has been applied.

Benefits of Matte Clay Paste:

Natural Finish: Ideal for those who prefer a more casual, effortless look.
High Hold: The natural clays offer a strong but flexible hold, allowing for restyling throughout the day.
Volume and Texture: Adds significant volume and texture to your hair, making it a good choice for fine or limp hair.
Easy Distribution: Some clays pomades can be hard and difficult to spread through your hair. Ours is a little softer, which makes it easy to disperse like a paste product, but still has the styling characteristics of a clay.

What is Original Medium Shine Pomade?

Our Original Medium Shine Pomade is a water-based substance that gives a shiny, slick appearance to the hair. This type of pomade can also be oil-based, but our water-based version offers an effortless wash out but still has the styling characteristics of an oil-based product.

Benefits of Original Pomade:

Medium Shine: Perfect for classic styles like the pompadour or a sleek back, offering a polished and refined appearance.
Control: Provides a medium to strong hold that lasts all day, especially for more rigid and structured hairstyles.
Ease of Use: When hair is slightly damp, it spreads through the hair effortlessly. The drier the hair, the higher the hold, but with less control.
Moisture Retention: Especially true for oil-based pomades, but with the addition of green tea extract in Damson Street’s Original Medium Shine Pomade, it helps keep your hair moisturized and smooth and can be beneficial for dry hair types.

Key Differences:

Features	Matte Clay Paste Pomade	Original Medium Shine Pomade
Finish	Matte, natural look	Shiny, polished look
Hold	Medium to Firm, but flexible	Medium to Strong, more rigid look but still flexible
Volume & Texture	Adds volume and texture	Generally, does not add. But could if your hair is dry when applied
Ease of Washout	Easy	Easy if water-based, hard if oil-based
Application	Easily distributed if not a “hard” clay product	Usually easier to apply when hair is slightly damp

Your choice between our Matte Clay Paste Pomade and Original Medium Shine Pomade depends largely on your hairstyling needs and preferences. If you aim for a more natural, textured look with a strong but flexible hold, Matte Clay Paste Pomade is the way to go. Conversely, if you prefer a sleek, shiny finish with a rigid hold, then Original Medium Shine Pomade might be your best bet. Regardless of your choice, knowing the difference between these two products will help you make an informed decision for your grooming routine.