The Singaporean homebrewer community is really small. I've already mentioned that multiple times by now. About a month ago, I was contacted by one that I've seen from time to time, but not worked with before. Farhan from Leo Pomade Co. reached out to me to be a part of their tutorial video for a brand new product they had (which you can watch here) and after said shoot, they kindly handed me a jar of it to use and review. Here is their Volumizing Matte Clay; a water-based clay featuring a strong hold. Without further hesitation, let's get into it.
Packaging
The Volumizing Matte Clay comes in a 3.5 oz clear plastic jar with an aluminium screw top lid. The label designs are very clean with purple accents throughout. All the information is displayed clearly and has a pleasant look overall.
Scent
Described as a peppermint berry scent, and it's pretty much what you get. Smells very prominently of berries with a tinge of minty freshness and I find it to be really pleasant. It's also a rather strong and long-lasting scent as well, so do keep that in mind if berry scents aren't your thing.
Application
The product scoops out easily, feeling really smooth and creamy. It breaks down just the same and goes into the hair with plenty of grip. Turns dry almost immediately once it spreads into the hair, so I do recommend applying in smaller amounts or into damp/towel dried hair.
Texture
You get a pretty good amount of texture with this clay. Especially once it turns dryer in your hair, you can really achieve some decent texture. Slickness and stickiness is definitely one thing it lacks, which does become an issue for me when it comes to controlling my cowlick and strays, but could be a plus point for some of you.
Control
Height and volume is easily achieved with this clay. Whether I applied this in dry or damp hair, it still gives me great results either way. Styling with it isn't a hassle and I can easily get a nice, loose look without much to it.
Strength
A strong hold is truly what you get. It's not too lightweight either so it does a good job of staying where it needs to be. Touching up and restyling isn't necessarily needed much throughout the day, but can be done if required.
Shine
Definitely provides a nice matte finish.
Durability
The endurance you get with this clay is fairly decent. As mentioned earlier, there's hardly any touching up or restyling required when you use this product (depending on weather conditions of course). It's really easy to push or comb your hair back into place and you don't lose much of the hold that you get.
Washability
One rinse gets pretty much everything out, leaving your hair feeling nice and conditioned.
Price-point
The Volumizing Matte Clay costs $38 SGD ($28.79 USD) without shipping. Shipping for locals is free and they have a flat-rate international shipping fee of $12.35 SGD ($9.35 USD) with tracking. A bit pricier than most products, even for us Singaporean, but a fair price for the quality.
Verdict
Leo Pomade Co. has always been in my "to-try list" ever since I first heard about them. They went a little under the radar due to family commitments, but it's nice to see Farhan back in the game and adding new products into their catalogue.
After trying their Volumizing Matte Clay a few times, I can say that I do enjoy using it. Has a really effortless scoop out and break down, styles easily, endures the day and weather well, has a pleasant scent and it washes out without hassle. I like the fact that I can use this in damp hair straight, in blowdried hair as a pre-styler, post-styler or both, and all will give me good end results. I find it to be a really fuss-free clay that's really user-friendly. I do wish it wasn't as thick and dry in the hair and is able to be combed better, but it's not too big of an issue.
At the end of the day, I am ecstatic to be able to use another locally made product. It brings a certain level of pride knowing that this clay was made in the lion city. It's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a clay that's easy to use. Let Leo Pomade's Volumizing Matte Clay tame your mane.
After trying their Volumizing Matte Clay a few times, I can say that I do enjoy using it. Has a really effortless scoop out and break down, styles easily, endures the day and weather well, has a pleasant scent and it washes out without hassle. I like the fact that I can use this in damp hair straight, in blowdried hair as a pre-styler, post-styler or both, and all will give me good end results. I find it to be a really fuss-free clay that's really user-friendly. I do wish it wasn't as thick and dry in the hair and is able to be combed better, but it's not too big of an issue.
At the end of the day, I am ecstatic to be able to use another locally made product. It brings a certain level of pride knowing that this clay was made in the lion city. It's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a clay that's easy to use. Let Leo Pomade's Volumizing Matte Clay tame your mane.
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