Are you trying to find hair styling clays among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling hair styling clays on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 26 hours of research and did 31 hair styling clays tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
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The best hair styling clays you can buy today
- Limitless Styling Possibilities: Our best selling styling clay, Claymation has created a cult following for its ability to provide ultimate pliabilty for endless re-shaping potential
- Matte Styling Masterpiece: Claymation provides super high hold, with a shine-free matte finish that’s ideal for textured looks that last all day
- Moisturizes Hair, Prevents Hair Loss, Stops Oil Buildup & Promotes New Follicle Growth.
- Easy to Apply. Lasts All Day. Rinses out Clean.
- Rich in Botanical Ingredients to Strengthen Hair.
- STRONG HOLD WITH MATTE FINISH - This premium hair clay for men by Based Bodyworks gives you a hold in your hair similar to pomade, but without the greasy shine. Clay offers a strong hold that lasts all day, but is also reworkable for a much more natural look than other products.
- EASILY ADD VOLUME AND TEXTURE - Similar to our signature texture powder, our hair clay will instantly add volume & texture to your hair. It’s best used on normal to thick straight, or wavy hair. We recommend using Clay if your hair is shorter to medium in length. Pair with our Sea Salt Spray to lock in your beachy waves all day.
- EASY TO USE - We designed our premium hair clay with ease of use in mind, so you can spend less time on your hair and more time being you. Simply coat the tip of your index finger in clay and warm in your hands until it's evenly broken down. Then all that’s left is to style the way you like. After your day is done it washes out in the shower and you’re ready to style again the next day.
- SANTAL SANDALWOOD NATURAL FRAGRANCE - We’ve tested dozens of clays and we were not impressed with the scent. Your hair deserves better so we added our signature natural santal sandalwood scent to keep your hair smelling fresh from sunup to sun down.
- PREMIUM INGREDIENTS - At Based Bodyworks, we strive to get you the best quality products which start with the best ingredients. We use 2 types of clay, Bentonite & Kaolin which work together to offer long lasting results and absorb oil so your hair looks natural. We also pair Beeswax & Shea Butter to hydrate and soften hair without sacrificing any hold. All these great ingredients while remaining 100% Paraben, Sulfate & Phthalate Free.
- ALL DAY STRONG HOLD: Hair Dough Styling Clay is made using a carefully selected blend of ingredients that give you the strong hold your hair needs to let you make Thick, Textured, and Modern Hairstyles that maintain their look throughout the day even during sports and heavy perspiration.
- SHINE-FREE MATTE FINISH: Tired of using hair gels and hair waxes that leave behind residue or a shine? We were too which is why we designed our hair styling wax paste to deliver a shine-free finish that doesn’t leave behind any residue or shine to give you the matte look you want!
- IMPROVE TEXTURE & THICKNESS: Hair Dough styling paste lets you bundle your hair together in a relaxed manner and safely keep it that way for longer by making sure the hair strands are appropriately distributed amongst one another. This not only gives your hair a thicker look but also enhances the texture to make it look and feel its best.
- WATER BASED & WATER SOLUBLE: This styling clay pomade is made without any harmful chemicals or ingredients to ensure strong holding power while keeping your hair completely. We use a unique and healthy blend of clay, waxes, and oils to bring you a natural look hair wax that you can safely use all day.
- IDEAL FOR ALL HAIRSTYLES: Whether you have thick short hair or long wavy hair, you can count on matte styling clay to help you achieve the look you want. It forces your hair to look exactly the way you want it to and washes out easily to let you create any subtle and trendy hairstyle you have in mind.
- 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Named 'Best Hair Clay' by Esquire Grooming Awards & Featured as 'GQ's Best Men's Hair Clay'
- 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 & 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐩 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: A hair clay for men and women should do more than simply style your hair, and it certainly shouldn't compromise the health of your hair... Our Glacial Clay Pomade styles effortlessly all while improving the health of your hair and scalp, making it one of the most premium hair clays and top selling clay pomades in hair care.
- 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝, 𝐥𝐨𝐰-𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞: Highland's Glacial Clay Pomade offers medium hold, low shine (nearly matte hair clay) and 24 hour hold while setting a new standard as a natural styler, hair texturizer and hair volumizer.
- 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐬 & 𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐬: The most versatile styling clay and best grooming clay ever created - perfect for all hair types and styles, our Glacial Clay Pomade will be your new go to, regardless of how short, long, curly, straight or thick your hair is.
- 𝟏𝟎𝟎% 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 | 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 | 𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐟𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞: Packed with nutrients and made with plant-based and organic ingredients, our hair clay actively moisturizes, nourishes, strengthens, and acts as a hair conditioner with every single use. Our clay pomade is non-toxic, chemical free, American made, 100% recyclable, and always crueltry free... but our ingredients are safe enough for your dogs Jack, Baxter, Henry, and Hanz.
- 𝟏𝟎𝟎% 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: Packaged in infinitely recyable aluminum, our sustainably crafted hair clay is made with only 9 all-natural, plant based and organic ingredients.
- 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐒𝐀: Our styling clay pomade is American made & Cruelty free.
- 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐲: Our Glacial Clay Pomade for men accomodates all hair types and lengths, making it the ideal styler, gel, cream, or mousse for curly hair, straight hair, wavy hair, short hair, or kinky hair. If you're a guy with hair -- this clay pomade is for you.
- 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐲: One of the best hair products for women, our styling pomade replaces your wax stick for hair and perfectly tames flyaways, creates a slick backed bun, messy bun, beachy waves, and more... Pro tip: Our clay pomade for women works wonders as a brow pomade, too.
- 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞: Vegetable Glycerin, Arrowroot Powder, Jojoba Oil, Shea Butter, Beeswax, Kaolin Clay, Canadian Glacial Clay, Vitamin E Oil, Sandalwood & Pine Oil. 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩'𝙨 𝙞𝙩.
- Strong Hold, Natural Finish: Our sandalwood-infused hair putty for men delivers a strong, all-day hold without stiffness, making it ideal for any style. Experience confidence with a matte finish that's perfect for the modern man.
- Versatile Styling Control: This mens hair paste easily molds, shapes, and defines all hair types, letting you switch up your look from casual to refined with no hassle. Create versatile styles using this essential hair wax for men.
- Matte Hair Product for Men: Designed to leave a non-greasy, natural texture, our hair paste for men ensures a shine-free look with maximum styling precision. The matte formula is crafted to keep your style fresh throughout the day.
- Premium Mens Hair Products: Our hair clay fits perfectly in your routine of hair products for men. Made for effective hair styling, this sandalwood-scented formula elevates your collection of men hair products with high-quality performance.
- The Viking Promise: If for any reason, you’re not completely satisfied, simply contact us and we’ll take care of it.
- STRONG HOLD: Struggling to keep your hairstyle intact all day? Smooth Viking Hair Clay for Men is the solution to your problem. This hair paste for men offers a strong hold that ensures your look stays in place, great for active lifestyles. With our hair clay for men strong hold, you’ll never worry about restyling your hair throughout the day.
- MATTE FINISH: Enjoy a shine-free, polished look with Smooth Viking’s matte clay hair product for men. Our styling clay provides a natural, non-glossy finish that’s ideal for any occasion. This mens hair pomade enhances your style with volume and texture, giving you a clean, sophisticated appearance that lasts all day.
- LOOK YOUR BEST ALL DAY: Feel more confident with a consistently polished hairstyle using our men's hair products. The Smooth Viking Hair Clay gives you a professional look effortlessly. It’s designed for the modern man who needs a grooming clay that withstands an active lifestyle, ensuring you look your best from morning to night.
- OIL-FREE FORMULATION: Our hair clay for men is oil-free and suitable for all hair types. This clay pomade washes out easily with no residue, keeping your hair clean and fresh. The natural scent of our mens hair clay matte adds to your grooming routine without being overpowering, making it the great choice for a versatile and effective styling clay.
- EASY TO APPLY AND VERSATILE: Smooth Viking Styling Clay spreads evenly through damp or dry hair for quick and easy styling. This mens clay hair product offers ultimate flexibility for restyling throughout the day. Whether you need a matte finish or a strong hold, our clay for hair styling adapts to your needs, making it an essential part of your men's grooming routine.
- Nourishing & Conditioning: Formulated with natural ingredients that help nourish and condition your hair, keeping it healthy, soft, and manageable.
- All-Day Hold: Provides a strong hold that lasts all day, keeping your hairstyle intact from morning to night.
- Adds Volume & Texture: Designed to enhance volume and texture, giving your hair a fuller, thicker appearance.
- Healthy, Low Shine Look: Achieve a natural, healthy look with a low shine, perfect for a non-greasy, clean finish.
- Easy to Rinse Out: Rinses out with water, making it easy to clean and restyle.
- No Crusty or Sticky Feel: Enjoy a touchable, natural look without any stiffness, stickiness, or crusty residue.
- HOLD NOTHING BACK (EXCEPT YOUR HAIR): High hold for maximum control and a look that will stay in place
- VERY LOW-SHINE: Style your hair with a low shine finish
- MANLY SCENT: With the scent of coconut & tropical wood notes, you can take a smell-cation every time you use it
- BARBERSHOP QUALITY: Inspired by barbers and crafted for barbershop-quality results
- STRONG, MOVABLE HOLD: Enjoy a high hold with our hair paste for men, which keeps your hair in place without sacrificing flexibility, for a natural look that isn't stiff or rigid.
- NATURAL MATTE FINISH: Achieve a matte clay finish with a hair styling product that emphasizes texture and dimension, offering a natural look that enhances your hair's appearance
- VERSATILE FOR ALL LENGTHS: Great for all hair lengths, this clay hair product men love offers the versatility needed for a variety of styles, from short to long
- TEXTURED, MESSY STYLE: Apply hair clay for men to dry hair to create a textured, tousled look effortlessly, adding personality and style to your daily routine
- BOOST STYLE ON DAMP HAIR: Use hair styling products like this on slightly damp hair ends to easily build volume and enhance your style, providing adaptability and ease
- EXTREME HOLD, MATTE FINISH - Our premium hair clay for men provides an extreme hold that lasts all day long. A combo of clays gives your locks a natural-looking, reworkable matte finish — no grease, no crunch.
- VOLUME & TEXTURE CLAY - Thin, thick, wavy, or straight… this men's hair clay helps you achieve the anti-gravity style and edgy texture you’re after, no matter what kind of hair you’ve got.
- NOURISHING NATURAL INGREDIENTS - Our matte clay is packed with natural ingredients like shea butter, castor oil, bentonite clay, kaolin clay, and argan oil to improve the health of your hair and scalp.
- SIGNATURE SCENT - Because a guy’s hair should smell as good as it looks. This hair styling clay is infused with our signature cardamom and patchouli scent. Subtle, intriguing, and perfect for the bold, modern guy.
- EASY WASHOUT - Think using hair styling clay means gross residue? Think again. Our texture clay washes out easily with warm water, so you can rock the style you want… and wake up to a clean pillow.
- MATTE CLAY: Matte Clay's texturizing formula provides a workable medium hold and a silky matte finish
- HAIR TYPE/TEXTURE: Recommended for straight to wavy hair type/texture
- HOLD & SHINE: Medium hold & matte shine finish
- DESIRED RESULT: Best for dense heavy hold with a high shine desired result
- WASH OUT: Washes out easily and doesn’t leave the hair feeling greasy
- HAIR LENGTH: Recommended for those with short to medium hair length
- Firme Clay Pomade adds texture, definition, and hold without leaving hair feeling dry or stiff.
- The matte formula makes for a more effortless looking style while still providing enough hold to sculpt hair into place.
- Clay is great for fine hair that struggles to hold a style, or short to medium hair that needs a little extra grip.
- Men's Hair Clay: Natural styling clay for men with 48-hour strong hold, hydrating and shaping hair effortlessly. Matte formula helps stimulate hair growth, reduce dandruff, and nourish both hair and scalp
- Matte Perfection: Enjoy all day matte perfection with our lightweight clay for hair that gives zero grease, no crunch, just effortless texture, hold, and a delightful scent. Reshapable and resistant to humidity and sweat, the matte clay adds thickness, texture, and volume to your hairstyle.
- Healthy Ingredients: Our clay matte hair styler features four organic wonders such as organic coconut oil, bentonite clay, beeswax, & French lavender oil. Our globally sourced grooming clay ingredients is rich in nourishing and effectively removes buildup & dead skin cells.
- Texture Clay Craft: Crafted and bottled in Southern California, our texture clay for men uses only organic ingredients and packaging. Achieve a healthy grooming routine, whether a tight slick back or solid quiff, with our clay hair formula.
- How to Use: To achieve a natural elevated style, scoop a small amount of hair clay out of the jar, compound hair clay by rubbing between fingers and spreading evenly through hands. Apply to hair, working through roots for full distribution. Repeat if needed.
- Firm Hold, Matte Finish: This hair forming clay desighed for gentlemen that lead a busy life. All-day hold,leaves hair with a matte finish and strong hold.
- Washes Soluble & No Greasy: Hair styling paste is water soluble and washes out effortlessly in the shower at the end of the day, leaving no buildup or residue behind.
- Improve Texture & Thickness: Matte Texture Clay lets you bundle your hair together in a relaxed manner and safely keep it that way for longer by making sure the hair strands are appropriately distributed amongst one another. This not only gives your hair a thicker look but also enhances the texture to make it look and feel its best.
- Easy to Apply & Not Sticky: Infused with powerful, certified organic ingredients,this hair grooming clay is very easy to apply and spread to your hair, not sticky and dries quickly, which makes your hairstyle look natural.
- Ideal for All Hairstyles: Whether you have thick short hair or long wavy hair,our matte styling clay will help you achieve the look you want. We offer 30 Days RETURN and 6 Months WARRANTY for this hair clay. Please contact us with any problems before or after purchase.
- EXTRA HOLD STYLING CLAY is the product of choice for 24-hour hold. The Beeswax and Carnauba wax locks hair in place while Bentonite creates a defined, matte look. Best suited for short hair
- FEATURES: Provides hold and protection | Nourishes hair | Provides defined texture
- IDEAL FOR: Hair styles that will stay all day
- STYLIST TIP: For a more controlled look, apply to damp hair and comb through for a sleek finish
- COMPLETE YOUR ROUTINE: Take your results to the next level and bundle up with the products that make the most sense for your routine.
- A flexible finishing clay that noticeably enhances volume, body and texture
- Plumps hair to give it an ''over-the-top' look and expansive big body feel
- SCULPTING CLAY: This medium hold styling pomade is formulated to deliver natural texture and the flexibility to re-shape hair throughout the day, leaving it with a light shine
- WET OR DRY: Use the texturizing clay on wet or dry hair; apply the putty to wet hair for a sleek, structured look, or to dry hair for a medium hold and a flexible 'do
- INGREDIENTS: Argan Oil enhances elasticity and adds shine; Avocado Oil adds vitamins A, D and E and amino acids to smooth and nourish the hair; and Sunflower Seed Extract increases hair manageability
- ONLY GOOD STUFF: This hair clay is free of paraben, harmful sulfates, and gluten. The hair styling mold is PETA certified cruelty free; it is made in the USA and has a light grapefruit and oatmeal scent
- HOW TO USE: Working a small amount of the low shine smoothing hair putty through damp or dry hair, then style hair as usual
- Natural Matte Finish：Matte Clay offers a natural matte finish that makes your hairstyle look more natural, which is specifically formulated for men with fine hair, providing better hold and texture to make your hairstyle more durable and stylish.
- Easy to Apply and Control: Hair styling gel has a powerful holding ability, keeping your hairstyle in place all day long without getting messy or out of shape.
- Easily Style Your Hair: Perfect for daily use, special occasions, and creative styling. Whether you're heading to the office, a casual outing, or a formal event, Matte Clay is the perfect styling product for your hair.
- Styling Clay for Men: Men with fine hair who want a strong hold without the shine, as well as those who prefer a matte finish for a more modern and natural look.
- Application Tips: Apply Matte Clay to dry hair, depending on your desired style. It will be a bit low shine when it is first used, and then it will become matte after a while. For a more textured look, for a sleeker style. Gently massage into the hair using your fingers or a comb for better control and even distribution.
- Thickening ingredients bulk up fine hair, while strong fixatives lock hairstyles in place
- Contains natural clay that eliminates shine and leaves a dry, ultra-matte finish
- Great for creating modern, textured hairstyles
How to choose a good hair styling clays
Does the idea of finding a fantastic hair styling clays make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in hair styling clays. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top hair styling clays products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top hair styling clays on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top hair styling clays brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top hair styling clays based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the hair styling clays were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good hair styling clays, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your hair styling clays.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting hair styling clays for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our hair styling clays. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
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This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on hair styling clays.
