Guys spend more time picking a pomade than they should. Matte or shine? Clay or water-based? Strong hold or flexible? It sounds like a lot, but it actually comes down to one question: what do you want your hair to look like when you leave the house?
Here is the honest breakdown.
What Matte Finish Actually Does
Matte pomade kills shine. That is the point. Your hair looks natural, textured, like you ran your hands through it and it just landed that way. For most guys, this is the right call. Matte works for messy styles, textured cuts, anything where "effortless" is the goal.
Our Matte Clay gives you strong hold with a natural, matte finish. Work it through damp or dry hair, then reshape later with a damp comb.
Pick matte when you want texture and a natural finish without shine.
What High Shine Actually Does
High shine is the classic. Think slick backs, comb-overs, the kind of hair that looks like it was done on purpose. If matte says "I woke up like this," high shine says "I took my time and it shows."
Our High Shine Original Pomade is water-based, with strong hold and a high shine finish. It washes out clean and can be restyled with a damp comb.
Pick high shine when you want a slick, polished finish.
Which One Fits Your Hair Type
Start with the finish you want. Matte Clay gives you texture without shine. High Shine Original Pomade gives you a slick, polished finish. Use a small amount first and adjust for your hair.
When to Use Each One
Matte is the everyday workhorse. Casual, clean, works for most situations from the job site to the bar. High shine is when you need to look deliberate. A night out, a function, an occasion where "put together" matters.
Some guys keep both. Different looks for different days. Nothing wrong with that.
Matte Clay Hair Pomade: Strong hold with a natural, matte finish. Shop Matte Clay Hair Pomade →
The THB Take
The Matte Clay gives you strong hold and a natural, matte finish. Reshape it with a damp comb when you need to.
The High Shine Original Pomade is water-based with strong hold and a high shine finish. Use it for a slick, polished style.
Neither one is better. They just do different things. Pick the finish that matches what you're going for, and you'll stop second-guessing it.
High Shine Original Pomade: Water-based, strong hold, high shine. Shop High Shine Original Pomade →