How to Use Pomade in Women's Hair

Yes, pomade is not only suitable but is also a great female hairstyling product to use for all hair types and lengths hair (short and long).

Pomade has long been mostly associated as a mens hairstyling product. However, pomade is not exclusive to men; women can definitely benefit from using pomades to style their hair.

Pomades can be used to define curls, add shine, control frizz and create sleek, polished looks. When using a natural pomade like our Glacial Clay Pomade, you are not only styling your hair, but also nourishing your hair and scalp with our pomade’s 9 natural ingredients.

Follow our guide below on how to get started if you've never used a pomade before.

You’re ready to start your pomade adventure, but first need a little more information on what is pomade.

When pomades first appeared, they were an oil-based product used by upper class gentlemen to avoid frizz and to lock their hairstyles in place--mainly their wigs.

And yes, hairstyles have come a long way from the 18th century, but pomades have remained as one of the go-to products to style hair.

Today, thanks to technology, pomades are not all made from oil or with the same ingredients as they once were. Now there are natural pomade formulas that not only style your hair, but also nourish it like our Glacial Clay Pomade.

Using a pomade is easy and can really depend on what style you’re trying to achieve. However, here are some steps that can get you started. 

You should apply pomade on clean hair to avoid product build up. While you can apply to 1 or 2 day hair, you should start with clean hair to get the best results. Some pomades are best applied on dry hair, but our Glacial Clay Pomade can be used on both damp and dry hair. 

Pomade is concentrated, so start with a small amount—about a pea-sized or dime-sized amount depending on your hair length. It’s always easier to add more pomade than to remove excess product.

Pomade will need to emulsify in order to spread evenly. Rub the pomade between your palm to warm the product and help it distributed in the hair.

Start applying the pomade from the ends of your hair, working your way up toward the roots. If you're aiming for a straight look, try smoothing the product through the hair. For more textured or messy styles, use your fingers to add definition to the hair.

You might already know what style you want to achieve but here are some ideas. 

• Slick back ponytail: Use pomade to flatten the hair and create a high slick back ponytail that will give you an instant facelift. 

• Messy waves: For my all-time favorite tousled style, use your fingers tousle the hair and create texture. 

• Volume and more volume: Apply pomade to the roots and use a round brush or your fingers shape your hair and add lots to body and volume.

• Don’t use too much
  You might be tempted to use grab a bunch of product when you first start using a pomade. But with pomades, you want to start with a little and build up slowly.

• Choose a formula that improves your hair health
  Healthy hair can be compared to healthy skin. Using hair products that promote hair health will result in giving you the best possible hairstyle. Opt for a formula with natural ingredients like the Glacial Clay Pomade which will actually make your hair feel softer and moisturized.

• Work with your natural hair texture not against it
  A good pomade will enhance your natural texture. If you have curly hair, pomade can help define curls without frizz. If you have straight hair, it add extra shine and frizz control so your hair looks perfectly straight.

• Don’t forget to try new things
  Pomades are one of the best product to have because you can use a pomade for so many different looks. Use your pomade to try any hairstyle you’ve been itching to try, don’t worry it will wash out!

• Avoid product buildup
  Rule of thumb, you always want to avoid too much product building up in your hair. We recommend when you use our Highland Glacial Clay Pomade to reset and remove product buildup, shampoo 2-4x weekly.

A good pomade could change your hair game completely. Using pomade on women’s hair can save the need to use many different products to achieve one look. If you’re using a pomade like the Glacial Clay Pomade, you’ll not only be styling your hair but helping it stay healthy and hydrated!