Best Hairstyling Products

tony — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:13:29 +0000

Hairstyles continually evolve with new trends and styles. Just like the shoes and clothes you wear, the way you style your hair may say a lot about your sense of fashion and personality. If you’re looking to revive your hairstyle, consult our article revealing the latest and trendiest hairstyles for men.

But before you decide on your next hairdo or if you simply want to alter your current look, read on to find out what these products can do for your hair. Each hair styling product forms distinct textures and styles for various hair types. Read on to discover which product can better help you achieve the hair you’ve always wanted.

Mousse
Mousse is great for any hairstyle and it can create practically any desired look. When used with wet hair, it will give you a sleek, wet look, with shine. When used on dry hair, it will help shape, mold and hold your hair in place with a more natural look. Mousse can also provide volume for men with thinner or fine hair. Wear mousse on a daily basis to create a natural and easy to manipulate hairstyle.

How To Use It
Shake the bottle. Dispense a small amount in one hand and apply to your hair with both hands. Style your hair to your liking and blow dry for maximum hold.

Main Benefit
Mousse allows you to re-style your hair throughout the day without the stickiness factor.

Main Drawbacks
Quality hair mousse doesn’t come cheap and it might lack holding strength for those who need more grip.

Celebrity hairdos that are perfect for mousse

Tom Cruise in MI:2

Pierce Brosnan

Jay LenoRecommended Brands

Quantum Sequence (Weightless styling foam).

Vigorol (Super hold styling mousse).

Jason All Natural Mousse (High performance nutrients for your hair).

COUVRe Gel Mousse (More control and adding volume).Gel
Gel is the most efficient product for keeping your hair steadily in place. Gels ingredients work well on virgin, waved, curled, relaxed, and textured hair in the long run. It can be used for styling techniques such as freezing, sculpting, molding, and scrunching.

Good quality gels will also moisturize and condition your hair for many days. Make sure to avoid any gels or other hair products that contain alcohol because they will dry up and damage your hair. Cheap gels have a tendency to dry up the scalp and generate flaking.

How To Use It
Dispense the necessary amount of gel in one hand and use both hands to rub it into your towel-dried hair. Style the hair to your liking. Blow-dry if you want maximum hold or dry naturally for a shiny look.

Main Benefit
It will cement your hairstyle for many hours, even in the course of heavy winds.

Main Drawbacks
A large quantity of gel is needed for many looks and you will get your hands sticky if re-styling is needed throughout the day.

Celebrity hairdos that are perfect for gel

Pat Riley (Miami Heat coach)

Johnny Depp in Donnie Brasco

Mark McGrath (Sugar Ray Lead Singer)Recommended Brands

Jason Hi-shine Styling gel

Goldwell Definition Style & Shine Gel

Hairgum Hair Dressing (Styling that protects)

NU-U tm Freeze Gel (moisturizes and styles for days)

Pomade
Most pomade products provide a combination of conditioning, styling, shinning, and texture-enhancing ingredients. It works best for short to medium length hair. Use for holding, shaping and defining your hairstyle.

Pomade also allows you to have a natural look and adds texture. It’s a great product for more stylish haircuts and for that “messy” look.

How To Use It
Skim a small quantity onto fingers. Rub your fingers together and apply to your hair. Distribute evenly where molding is needed.

Main Benefit
Only small quantities are needed and it really gives your hair great texture.

Main Drawback
When too much is applied, it might give your hair a greasy look.

Celebrity hairdos that are perfect for pomade

Brad Pitt

Ricky Martin (“She Bangs” video)

Overall “Boy Band” lookRecommended Brands

Physique Precision Pomade (excellent overall for molding and defining)

Magic Move (control your frizz and great natural look)

Hair Gum (luxury French Mold)Hairspray
Hairspray can be used as a styling or finishing product. It makes your hair look thicker and can add shine. Most quality hairsprays include effective UV sunscreen protection, which is great for those of you who spend a lot of time outdoors. When sprayed on wet hair, you can style and mold your hair to your liking.

It is also great to finish already styled and dry hair for maximum hold. A little tip is to avoid hairsprays that smell too pungent to make sure it doesn’t drown out your cologne’s fresh scent.

How To Use It
Hairspray is the simplest hair product to use; simply spray it evenly across your hair. Blow dry or let dry for different styles. Just make sure to stay away from an open flame and lit cigarettes.

Main Benefits
Very easy to apply (3-4 sprays), and you don’t have to get your hands dirty.

Main Drawback
Many hairsprays have a strong smell, and when too much is used it can give your hair a crunchy and dry texture.

Celebrity hairdos that are perfect for hairspray

Jon Bon Jovi, Poison band members, Europe band members (’80s look)

Dylan (Luke Perry) and Brandon (Jason Priestley) from Beverly Hills, 90210

Ford Fairlane (Andrew Dice Clay)Recommended Brands

Nexxus Headress Spray 4

Paul Mitchel “Fast Drying Sculpting Spray”

Folicure HairSpray(body & fullness)

Grande finale UltraHolding Spray (Holds for weeks)Hopefully, you’ll find a product that best suits your hairstyle’s needs. Just remember: whatever product you opt for, make sure it contains no alcohol, and try to find products with UV sunscreen protection and moisturizing characteristics to maintain your hair healthy.Don’t be afraid to try new things and keep on stylin’

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