Plan to rock a specific hairstyle, say a slicked-back or the retro-cool pompadour? Pomade is your answer. This hair product is undoubtedly among the most versatile tools that any man should have at home. And by versatile, we mean you can use it for short, long, thin, thick, curly, straight or even wavy hair.
So, if you are looking for that classic or stylish pomade hairstyle, check out the best of them below!
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10 Best Pomade In Malaysia 2024
Overview
Available in 40g and 80g, the Bad Lab Matte Max is a water-based pomade that offers a matte finish for your hairstyle. Formulated with FluidiPure™ 8G and charcoal, the pomade not only helps to get rid of foul odours but also reduces scalp irritations and even inhibits oily dandruff.
To apply, just scoop a dab and spread evenly around your hair through towel dry or damp hair and style accordingly.
Details
- Water-based pomade
- Enhanced with FluidiPure™ 8G and charcoal to fight off bad odours & scalp irritations
- FluidiPure™ 8G also suppresses oily dandruff
Who is this for?
Those who dislike a shiny finish might want to go for the matte-style Bad Lab Matte Max. The FluidiPure™ 8G helps to maintain healthy hair while it smells good and doesn’t dry out after application.
Overview
Suavecito Firme Hold is a water-based pomade designed to keep your hair intact all day long with its firm hold while providing a medium-shine finish. You can use it for all hair types and textures and it has the same fresh perfume scent that defined the Suavecito pomade products.
In terms of application, simply apply to dry or damp hair for less or more shine respectively with a quarter-sized amount by rubbing it into your hands and fingers. Work the product around your hair evenly, where you can use a comb or fingertips.
Details
- Water-soluble pomade
- Provides a medium-shine finish
- Strong hold
- Ideal for every hair type & texture
Who is this for?
The Suavecito Firme Hold has a gel-like consistency that is easy to work with. It’s good even for those who have thick and curly hair while the name “Firme” in its product does keep your hair in place throughout the day. And not to mention being able to withstand hot and humid weather conditions.
Why It’s Our Top Pick?
“Good for 360 waves and even for hard-to-manage hair. The Uppercut Monster Hold Pomade certainly lives up to its name, thanks to its maximum hold and all-day-long staying power and it smells refreshing too!”.
Overview
The Uppercut Monster Hold Pomade combines the traditional wax-based pomade with a modern formulation designed to provide the “monster hold” and longer staying power. It has a medium shine with a natural beeswax scent and you can use it for all kinds of hairstyles even if you have coarse and thick hair.
All you have to do is simply apply a dab of pomade evenly throughout your washed and dry hair and style with a comb or your fingertips.
Details
- Provides heavy and strong hold all day long
- Comes with a waxy and medium-shine finish
- Suitable for all types of hairstyles that require a better control
- Scented with natural beeswax fragrance
Who is this for?
This wax-based pomade from Uppercut can tame the likes of short, thick and curly hair as well as for achieving ripple-like 360 waves. It boasts an excellent hold and is easy to apply too.
Overview
Here’s a quality water-based pomade from Skull Republic, a product that is proudly created in Kuala Lumpur. Available in a 250g tin, the Skull Republic Monster Edition boasts a fresh perfume scent with a strong hold that keeps your hair in place all day long.
Styling your hair with Skull Republic Monster Edition is pretty straightforward: Just scoop a small amount and rub between your fingers and around your palms to warm the product. Then, work your way evenly around the hair and use a comb or fingertips to achieve your desired hairstyle.
Details
- Offers a fresh perfume scent
- Provides strong hold
- Water-based pomade
Who is this for?
Those who can’t stand the residual build-up of an oil-based pomade might find the Skull Republic Monster Edition an ideal alternative, thanks to its water-based product. It’s easy to apply and smells good too while it provides an excellent hold for your hairstyle.
Overview
From the same hair product manufacturer that created the popular Suavecito, Suavecita Pomade is specially formulated for women’s hair. The pomade uses water-soluble with a unique women’s fragrance that can be washed off easily. It’s non-greasy and has both medium hold and shine.
The Suavecita Pomade also tames frizzy hair and even flyaways while keeping your hair and scalp healthy since it doesn’t contain harsh ingredients. When it comes to application, just spread a thin layer of pomade onto the fingers and work your way around the dry hair until achieving your preferred hold and texture.
Details
- Contains a water-soluble base
- Provides medium shine & hold
- Helps to polish curls & waves
- Tames frizziness and flyaways
Who is this for?
Designed exclusively for women, the Suavecita Pomade is easy to apply and wash off too. Not to mention it’s ideal for those who have flyaway hair minus the drying-out effect and has a pleasant smell too.
Overview
Achieve a high-shine look with Tancho Hair Pomade from Japan, offering a choice of 20g or 40g jars. It contains all-natural and pure vegetable ingredients that help to nourish your hair apart from styling purposes. It has a gel-like consistency that comes in green-coloured pomade.
Applying the product is easy, where you just need to scoop out a dab of it and rub it onto your palms and fingertips before working around your towel-dry or damp hair
Details
- Formulated with all-natural & pure vegetable ingredients to nourish your hair
- Provides a high-shine finish
- Offers a medium hold
Who is this for?
Those who prefer a greasy or even classic pompadour hairstyle can pull it off with Tancho Hair Pomade. The high-shine finish is among the key highlights of this product and it’s easy to wash off too with water and shampoo.
Overview
There are plenty of good pomades for Asian men regardless of long, medium-length or short hair and one of them includes the highly-rated Imperial Barber Classic Pomade. Made in the US, this water-based pomade provides a strong hold with a low-shine finish and can be re-style with water.
You can apply the product on damp or dry hair, depending on the type of hold you are looking for. The Imperial Barber Classic Pomade is also ideal for most hair types even for short hair.
Details
- Provides a strong hold
- A water-based pomade with a low-shine finish
- Can be reactivated with water by just making your hair moist
Who is this for?
Are you the kind of person who regularly switches different hairstyles? Well, consider getting the Imperial Barber Classic Pomade. It has a strong hold and can be easily restyled by simply damping your hair.
Overview
Adds texture and volume to your thin hair with Gatsby Styling Pomade Supreme Hold. It’s a water-based pomade that provides a shiny finish and it’s easy to apply. Simply scoop a dab of pomade and rub it onto your palms and fingertips. Then, style your hair using a comb or your fingertips. And true to its name, it offers a maximum hold all day long.
Details
- Creates texture and volume on thin hair
- Offers a lightweight and shiny finish
- Provides an all-day-long maximum hold
Who is this for?
Good for volumising your thin air while providing an excellent hold too. The Gatsby Styling Pomade Supreme Hold has a nice smell and it’s easy to wash off too.
Overview
The American Crew Pomade contains a water-based formula that provides a medium hold and a high-shine look. The pomade is not only ideal for curly and straight hair but also for those with long or short hair.
To apply the pomade, simply rub a small amount evenly onto your palms and fingertips before styling through damp or towel-dry hair. You can use a comb, brush or fingers to work your hair accordingly.
Details
- Contains water-based formula that can be shampooed out easily
- Provides tremendous shine with lanolin
- Offers a medium hold
- Suitable for curly, straight, long or short hair
Who is this for?
The water-based American Crew Pomade can be used if you have long hair. You only need a small amount and best of all, it’s easy to wash out using water and shampoo. It offers a fantastic shine and doesn’t leave a greasy residue after application.
Overview
Not comfortable using a pomade due to its potentially harmful ingredients? Go au naturel with Magic Blue Natural Pomade, which is formulated using natural ingredients including honey and bunga tanjung (Spanish cherry). These respective ingredients help to nourish and prevent hair fall as well as relieve headaches.
The pomade also offers a shiny finish and a pleasant fragrance minus the greasy residue after application. Available in 15g and 100g sizes.
Details
- Contains natural ingredients including honey and bunga tanjung (Spanish cherry)
- Helps to nourish while fighting off hair fall problems and eases headache
- Offers a healthy and shiny-looking hair
- Suitable for men and women
Who is this for?
The Magic Blue Natural Pomade stays true to its name with ingredients like honey and Spanish cherry that provide all the nourishment for your hair needs. It has a nice smell and doesn’t feel sticky while you only need to apply a small amount and rub it onto your hands before working your way around the hair.
FAQ
- What are the differences between wax and pomade?
Both wax and pomade may share the same common uses. And that is products designed for grooming and keeping your hair in place regardless of the style. But these two products actually have a few differences.
Pomade
- Contains more shine than wax
- Has a lightweight feel to it after application
- Usually comes in medium or strong holding power
- Available in oil-based and water-based pomades, where the latter can be restyled when reactivated with water.
- Can be applied to damp or towel-dry hair
- Particularly suitable for pompadour, ducktail, comb-over or slicked-back hairstyle
- Only requires a small or quarter-sized amount
Wax
- Has a stronger hold
- Suitable for oily hair
- Gives your hair a matte finish for a more natural look
- Add texture and volume to short hair
- Suitable for short spikes, quiff, tapered fades or curly hair
- Can be re-applied throughout the day
- Doesn’t harden or stiffen your hair