By VilainDynamite Clay - Professional Hair Styling Wax Super Strong Hold, Matte Finish For All Hair Types Molding Sculpting Pomade Easy to Style for Fullness & Texture Smoothing & Slick Paste 65ml

For years and years I looked at buying this product as it's constantly one of the top reviewed hair products for men on Amazon and on other beauty and men's grooming sites. I just never wanted to spend the extra money when what I used (American Crew Fiber) always worked so well for me. But, at long last, I finally caved and purchased this and I will say... It was worth it.Pros: Smells great (in my opinion) - the smell is faint but you can smell it. Has a very high hold and very low shine (a stronger hold than AC Fiber). Hold lasts all day; hands can be ran through your hair several times and the product will stay and maintain your hair's style. Works great on short to medium-short hair, and works good on longer hair (bangs about 4-5" long). Best way to use is apply a half dime amount to damp hair, thoroughly work into the hair, and then blow dry to style. Then use a little more after drying for additional detailing and hold. Even when applied to wet hair and allowed to dry freely (say you just get out the shower with a wet head and put this in your hair and then leave the house), the shine is still fairly low (which I really prefer) and isn't nearly as intense as other hair products - though your hair will be crunchy. Also, the 2.2oz goes a long way due to the product's consistency and strength. Very easy to wash out and leaves no residue behind.Cons: Feels gritty between your hands and is fairly difficult to work into slightly damp or dry hair. Works good, but not great, on longer hair. I have very thick, straight hair and I used this to achieve a natural, slicked back look without the "slick" part, as in very minimal shine. The hold was good but about halfway through the day I would have to start adjusting my hair a lot or add more product (but I also run my hands through my hair a lot while at work stressing myself out over meaningless details...). If you have thinner hair and it's longer (5-7" bangs) this will probably hold up really well still.

This is the first type of hair Clay iv'e used, and it not only does the job, it's absolutely great both for hold duration, workability, and in my experience most of all texture and color after application.I for one was not a fan of mat finish to begin with, I usually preferred wet finishes before. But this product gave my brown hair a whole lot of glory, it makes the hair look very natural but at the same time gives it a very special sobre kind of natural shine which looks absolutely great.In my experience the product is very easy to apply which is surprising for a clay, will perhaps not look as great immediately after application, it's one of these product that looks 20 folds better after it has dried in your hair so don't be shocked if you're not 100% happy right after application (don't rinse it out)...I would recommend using on damp hair and letting the product dry up along with your hair....BTW I haven't made a point about the smell of the product which smells GREAT...It smells bit like a modern fancy product that they would put in hair in a big hair salon after a haircut!Not hard to wash- Pretty rewardable if you wet your hair a little- The quantity inside is worth the 25 dollars- Probably the best pomade iv'e ever used for my hair...I'm very satisfied

I have been using By Vilain for about 10 years now. I started with the gold digger and switched to the dynamite when it was released. This has amazing hold that will last all day and can carry over for the next day as well. I really like that it's a matte look and gives the hair a more natural feel.

This stuff works well. Smells like coffee and firm hold, nice consistancy , realy texturizes hair. It's a little too pastey for me which is why I'm giving it a four star review but good product over all highly recommend

Product came with a second sticker overtop of an old faded sticker.I opened the product to find it is old and dried out - also was semi open (white seal that is usually on top was already moved).I’ve ordered this product in the past and know what I received is an expired version of the wax because it dries out with exposure to air with use- especially if you forget to put the top back on.I cannot return the product either because the seller does not allow returns.Would love to hear why the product had a new sticker placed overtop of an old faded one and why my product arrived old. I love this wax but am very disappointed with this order.

Absolutely great product. Matte finish. Strong hold. As claimed by them. Gives your hear great texture and clumping, and you hair are re-workable even till the next day. My hair is thick, so it works great!

My favorite hair product I’ve ever used. I’ve tried just about everything and by vilain is the only product that reaalllly works for my hair. It doesn’t melt in your hair in the heat or wear out throughout the day like everything else. Also I love how quick the shipping is!!!

If you're uncomfortable with people constantly complimenting your hair or strangers molesting it, you may want to avoid this product. This is a must-have for longer hair. Vilain's dynamite clay nailed the texture and it holds up throughout the day. Keeps the hair soft to the touch as well so your girl (and strangers!) will want to run her hands through it. This is my second Vilain product I've purchased and am very happyWater soluble just like everything out there so be aware of the trade-off: Easy to wash out but if you, say, get stuck in the rain for even a split second, the hairdo is gone.