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  • What gives pomades/hair clay hold?

    Posted by samsal on September 6, 2022 at 10:15 pm

    Hello all, Im not a Chemist so forgive me for using layman’s terms but Im currently formulating my own haircare products for men to carry in my salon. Im striving for 100% plant based. Im wondering between mixing the clay and pomade, Im wondering what or how does these hair products provide hold? So far im mixing kaolin clay in a mixture of oils and waxes and Im curious as to whether its the clay or the wax that provides the hold. If I want more hold do I add more wax or maybe a different wax? Or do I add more clay? 

    paprik replied 1 year, 6 months ago 2 Members · 1 Reply
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  • paprik

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    September 7, 2022 at 1:28 am

    Their holding power is based on their waxy/semi-solid form. 
    They should be semi-solid to touch and should soften when rubbed between fingers/hands for easy application. 

    They are usually W/O balms kaolin is added to ensure a matte finish. 

    Hope this helps :)

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