Unlike gel that can make hair feel crunchy and stiff, wax gives hair a natural looking, semi-matte finish with medium, all-day hold. Another benefit of using wax is that it’s super workable, allowing you to change up the style on the fly without having to wash it out.
Although the ingredients in various wax products are not created equal, some common ingredients on the list are shea butter, candelilla wax, carnauba wax, and beeswax. Since we always want the best for your hair, our Hair Wax is made with shea butter. We chose to use shea butter because it is full of vitamins A and E as well as other essential fatty acids that help keep your hair healthy and moisturized. Now let’s learn the best way to apply hair wax to make the most of your style.
1. Prep Your Hair
The beauty of styling wax is that it can be used on hair that’s completely dry or still slightly damp. However, we do recommend that you shampoo and wash your hair first. Clean hair is more likely to cooperate and give you the best results.
2. Use a Pea-Sized Amount
Wax is often applied in layers to achieve a desired effect, so don’t go crazy using extra product initially. A pea-sized amount is all you need, and it will help you gauge how much more to add, if any. Always err on the side of caution, and start with a small amount.
3. Warm Up the Wax
Work the wax between the palms of your hands, allowing your body’s natural heat to melt it to a workable consistency. Don’t rush and skip this step! Cold wax often clumps and grabs the hair unevenly, making it impossible to mold or maneuver.
4. Apply the Wax
Work the wax through your hair by raking your fingers through it or by sweeping your palms in the direction you want your hair to lay. If you want to distribute the wax more evenly, run a fine-toothed comb through your hair.
5. Start Styling
Using your fingers or a comb, guide your hair into the direction you want it to lay and begin molding your hairstyle into shape as the wax starts to cool. If you want to sharpen the part, use a comb and a blow dryer on the “cool” setting to blow the hair in the desired direction. For added texture and separation, work the wax through your hair in small sections, gently rubbing it into the ends to separate the strands and give them definition.
