Frequently asked questions
The right hair styling depends on your hair type and the desired result. For a natural look, you often use a clay or matte paste, for shine choose a pomade, and for volume a tonic or spray. At KAMM, you'll find professional styling products from brands like Reuzel, Suavecito, and Gladjakkers that are used and tested by barbers.
You mainly use pomade for shine and control, clay provides a matte finish with a lot of texture, and wax is in between with flexible hold. Clay is often chosen for a modern, natural look, while pomade is popular for neat hairstyles such as slick backs or classic styles.
Fine hair often benefits from light products such as clay or grooming cream so that it is not weighed down. Thick hair, on the other hand, needs stronger hold such as heavy clay or strong hold pomade. Curly hair often works better with flexible products that keep the hair in shape without making it stiff.
Always apply a small amount to dry or towel-dried hair. First warm the product between your hands and then distribute it evenly through your hair. Start with a small amount, as you can always add more but not easily remove it. Then style with your fingers or a comb for the desired result.
Matte styling gives a natural, dry, non-shiny look and is often used for modern hairstyles. Shiny styling creates a sleeker and more classic result, such as slick backs or old-school barbershop styles. The choice primarily depends on your personal style.
Water-based products are easier to wash out and often provide a more flexible hold. Oil-based products remain in the hair longer and offer more shine and strength, but are harder to wash out. In barbershops, water-based products are usually chosen for daily use.
Start with a good foundation: clean and dry hair. Then, use a styling product with sufficient hold for your hair type. A hairdryer can help create volume and shape before applying product. Optionally, you can finish with hairspray for extra hold.
For a natural look, you usually choose a matte clay or texturizing cream. Products like Gladjakkers grooming cream or a light clay from Reuzel provide structure without the hair looking greasy or heavy.
Less is always more. Start with a pea-sized amount and add more if needed. Too much product can make your hair heavy, greasy, or sticky. Layering gives you more control over the end result.
Thick hair usually needs more hold to stay in shape. Strong hold pomades or firm clays from brands like Captain Fawcett or Reuzel work well because they provide structure without the hair collapsing.
At KAMM Barbershop, you'll find a selection of professional hairstyling products that are used daily in the barbershop. All products have been selected for their effectiveness, quality, and results, so you can achieve the same styling at home as you do in the barber's chair.
