Pomade reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 164 Reddit reviews across 11 subreddits and 73 posts to rank the best Pomade brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Pomade, r/rockabilly, r/ShopeePH, r/Ulta, r/beauty. Top-rated brands include Suavecito (4.2/5), Reuzel (4.3/5), Shear Revival (4.3/5).
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Reviews164
Subreddits11
Posts73
Brands63
Products71
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#1
Suavecito
4.2
(18)
"It’s the best! High Shine finish with no stiffness and can hold ! Suavecito never disappoints!"
"Absolutely amazing!!! Suavecito hybrid."
"Suavecito hybrid edition."
"Suavecito. Many different holds."
"Suavecito and shiner gold are top tier."
"Suavecito oil based pomade high hold"
"Suavecito firm hold 👌🏼."
"Suavecito original hold / matte pomade."
"Suavecito works for me."
"Sauavecito, Reuszel"
#2
Reuzel
4.3
(16)
"Reuzel (pink) or the oil based suavecito are good."
"I'd recommend any from following brands: Murrays, Reuzel or Schmiere [Rumble59]."
"Reuzel extreme hold pomade helps to keep my poof in check."
"Reuzel Pink. Strong hold and has a natural to medium shine."
"Reuzel Pink is my go to."
"If you are looking for more hold Reuzel Pink or Goon Grease are my suggestions."
"You could check Reuzel. Dutch brand and has lots of pomade options."
"Try Reuzel Extreme Hold as a pre and top it with the pink."
"Reuzel pink."
"Reuzel. Try blue or red and go from there."
#3
Shear Revival
4.3
(12)
"Goldie Provisions, Shear Revival and Firsthand Supply are at the top of their game in the natural space"
"Look into Shear Revival, O’Doud’s, Samson’s, and Lodestar for inspiration."
"I’ll check out the Shear Revival line as I’m still experimenting with pomades."
"If you’re new to pomades then definitely try anything from Shear Revival line. It’s a good starting point."
"Other brands to check out: Shear Revival."
"Shear Revival Gray Ghost is a good place to start."
"But, for messy, low shine look I’d go with a lighter product, like a paste or cream, that has a heavy hold & low shine."
"I've already used Shear Revival NL and recently finished Moraccanoil Clay, both of them are great too."
"If you've got straight hair, Id suggest giving Shear Revival Northern Lights or Odouds Matte Paste a shot."
"I'd recommend Shear Revival Gray Ghost if you want more hold than Northern lights."
#4
Grim Grease
4.1
(12)
"Grim grease heavy is absolutely without a doubt the best for holding wavy/unruly hair."
"I’d suggest something from Grim Grease. I like their Maquizcoatl."
"Samsons, Lockhart’s, Lodestar, Grim Grease."
"Grim Grease if you're US based. They have loads of heavy hold, matte-natural shine pomades and are reportedly great for thick stubborn hair."
"Look into grimgrease."
"Look into the Grim Grease lineup or O'douds Multi-Purpose Pomade."
"Personally I recommend you Grim G"
"If your hair is thick, grim grease might be a good option."
"Check out grim grease."
"Grim Grease Maquizcoatl."
#5
Murray's
4.2
(9)
"Oil based pomades for high hold and high shine."
"I'd recommend any from following brands: Murrays, Reuzel or Schmiere [Rumble59]."
"Murray’s. Apply to wet hair, start with a little bit"
"Try some of Murray's products: They're cheap and have fantastic hold."
"I really like Murray’s 50/50 small batch."
"Could always try Murray’s as well, it’s like $6 in Canada and should do the job"
"Murray's"
"Leonardo DiCaprio uses Murrays Pomade."
"Murray’s might be also worth a try."
#6
Lockhart's
4.0
(8)
"...Lockhart's Goon Grease(firm -> heavy hold, medium shine)..."
"I also like lockharts matte clay (= oil based)- important to apply in (slightly) damp hair, let it dry or blowdry."
"Lockhart’s Heavy."
"Try an oil based pomade like Lockhart’s Goon Grease."
"You probably want something like lockharts heavy?"
"As an Asian with thick, straight, and long-ish hair, I really like Lockhart's matte clay."
"Lockharts- Matte clay, anti gravity, thrash metal clay pomade."
"Lockharts heavy is very waxy so might not be slick enough for you."
#7
Lodestar
4.4
(5)
"Look into Shear Revival, O’Doud’s, Samson’s, and Lodestar for inspiration."
"You could start looking into Lodestar Everglade or Rio for a start."
"Something like Lodestar Everglade or Rio."
"Try lodestar rio!"
"Perhaps Lodestar Everglade or Bayside Styling Cream"
#8
Pomade
4.0
(5)
"Pomade is better for your hair, and you can restyle/touch up pomade."
"Probably a pomade but it really depends on if you want that more glossy look."
"Pomade better for your hair than gel."
"I use pomade on damp hair and use a good brush and it slicks back just fine."
"Pomade and other stuff can make your hair look thin, oily and no volume at all."
#9
Maverick
5.0
(4)
"Maverick din sagot ko. Yan gamit ng husband ko."
"[Maverick ftw!!](https://s.shopee.ph/3q5b38v0QR)"
"Maverick, El Hefe"
"[Maverick](https://s.shopee.ph/9zgEKAvrDu) :))"
#10
Samson's
4.7
(3)
"Look into Shear Revival, O’Doud’s, Samson’s, and Lodestar for inspiration."
"Maybe something like Samson's Foster the Curl hair cream? It's good stuff!"
"Samsons, Lockhart’s, Lodestar, Grim Grease."
#11
Byrd
4.7
(3)
"Byrd clay pomade is what I am currently using, and I like it a Lot!"
"Byrd is a fantastic oil based clay that is just smooth enough."
"Byrd Clay Pomade could have pulled this off."
#12
Goon Grease
4.3
(3)
"Goon Grease is a fantastic company."
"Goon grease. I also like reuzel pink."
"I recommend trying an oil-based pomade like Goon Grease."
#13
American Crew
4.3
(3)
"He ended up like these the best: Verb Forming Cream, American Crew Fiber, and Bumble & Bumble sumotech."
"I use American Crew Fiber for high hold low shine looks."
"I use American crew pomade."
#14
O'Doud's
4.3
(3)
"Look into Shear Revival, O’Doud’s, Samson’s, and Lodestar for inspiration."
"Other brands to check out: O’Doud’s."
"O'Doud's Matte Paste has a very light hold with easy wash out."
#15
Highland Style Co.
5.0
(2)
"Been using Glacial Clay Pomade by Highland Style Co."
"I'm a big fan of Highlands Glacial Clay Pomade."
#16
Kevin Murphy
5.0
(2)
"I’ve been using Kevin Murphy’s Rough Rider for years."
"I use Kevin Murphy Rough Rider, it's the best thing."
#17
Schmiere
4.5
(2)
"I'd recommend any from following brands: Murrays, Reuzel or Schmiere [Rumble59]."
"Schmiere, Ruezel."
#18
Viking Revolution
4.5
(2)
"I like viking revolution"
"I like viking revolution."
#19
Gatsby
4.5
(2)
"Gatsby"
"Have you tried Gatsby? It's a good alternative"
#20
Pete and Pedro
4.5
(2)
"If you're looking for something high hold, low shine that doesn't make your hair look greasy I recommend checking out [a Putty.]"
"A good Putty should be the sweet spot between them both!"
#21
AKIN
4.5
(2)
"AKIN pomade. I have long thick Asian hair and I use it everyday."
"AKIN pomade. I use a little hairspray on days i need extra hold."
#22
Trendstarter
4.5
(2)
"Trendstarter cream pomade"
"Right now I'm using Trendstarter Matte Wax form.hold, pretty good."
#23
Templeton Tonics
4.5
(2)
"Templeton Tonics Oasis clay."
"It’s not on the list but Odin by Templeton Tonics"
#24
Strong Cream
4.0
(2)
"So i put strongcreem in wet hair blow drie it and put strong creem in agian"
"Strongcreem as pre blow dried in and Strongcreem post."
#25
Odouds
4.0
(2)
"Odouds traditional pomade is oil based and has no petrolatum."
"Odouds dry wax"
#26
Lockhart's Authentic
5.0
(1)
"Thank me when it works."
#27
Murray’s
5.0
(1)
"Definetly Murray’s."
#28
Layrite
5.0
(1)
"Layrite Cream medium hold matte finish will get u exactly this."
#29
Rio
5.0
(1)
"You could start looking into Lodestar Everglade or Rio for a start."
#30
TRENDSTARTER
5.0
(1)
"TRENDSTARTER POMADES - Pomade Plus. You can get it on Amazon"
#31
Lush
5.0
(1)
"Lush wig hair trainer i use it everyday best product for natural looking good hold."
#32
Bumble & Bumble
5.0
(1)
"He ended up like these the best: Verb Forming Cream, American Crew Fiber, and Bumble & Bumble sumotech."
#33
Uppercut Deluxe
5.0
(1)
"Uppercut Deluxe Pomade."
#34
Brickell Men's
5.0
(1)
"I swear by Brickell Men's Hair Styling Firm Hold Pomade. It doesn't harden my hair or make it feel brittle."
#35
Verb
5.0
(1)
"He ended up like these the best: Verb Forming Cream, American Crew Fiber, and Bumble & Bumble sumotech."
#36
Challenger
5.0
(1)
"I use Challenger Clean Cream Pomade (fragrance free, available on Amazon)."
#37
Mr. Ducktail
4.0
(1)
"Mr Ducktail is pretty good."
#38
Death Grip
4.0
(1)
"Have you all tried Death Grip Wax Pomade?"
#39
Sportin' Waves
4.0
(1)
"Try the Sportin’ Waves Maximum Hold in the gold tub."
#40
Pomps Not Dead
4.0
(1)
"Pomps Not Dead is fun for limited release."
#41
Gerson and Co.
4.0
(1)
"You might like to check out Gerson and Co."
#42
Vilain
4.0
(1)
"Vilain has good products for hair."
#43
Firsthand Supply
4.0
(1)
"Firsthand supply pomade and Grim grease heavy I use to using this ones when I was slick back my hair"
#44
OB
4.0
(1)
"I personally love an OB for slicked back because of the restyle factor."
#45
Lockhart's Goon Grease
4.0
(1)
"Lockhart’s Goon Grease is sort of the standard for oil-based products."
#46
Oil-based Pomade
4.0
(1)
"Oil based pomades resist sweat the best."
#47
TRENDSTARTER Pomade
4.0
(1)
"TRENDSTARTER Pomades!"
#48
Reuzel Green
4.0
(1)
"Reuzel green did good for my dry hair."
#49
Templeton's
4.0
(1)
"Templeton’s Oasis Clay gets a lot of shinning reviews but I’ve never used them myself."
#50
The Men’s Room
4.0
(1)
"Try pomades being sold in The Men’s Room."
#51
Royal Crown
4.0
(1)
"With the right hair texture, royal crown pomade will get you there."
#52
Nakano
4.0
(1)
"If you like more like a paste/wax I would get the Nakano Styling Tanto Wax, I have the 7N and like it a lot."
#53
Fettkopp
4.0
(1)
"There are so many beeswax-based pomades, like fettkopp."
#54
Nu Nile
4.0
(1)
"I like Nu Nile"
#55
Quixote
4.0
(1)
"I have been using Quixote UWB for about a year and really like it."
#57
Port City
4.0
(1)
"If you want a matte finish, use Port City styling clay."
#58
Hairbond
4.0
(1)
"Hairbond Shaper Toffee."
#59
Ivor's
4.0
(1)
"Ivor’s medium UWB is perfect for this."
#60
Mandom
4.0
(1)
"Pake mandom hair cream, lumayan tahan lama+baunya gak terlalu menyengat."
#61
Da Dude
4.0
(1)
"Da wax by da dude."
#62
Aces High
3.0
(1)
"Not sure if they have high shine."
#63
Old Spice
3.0
(1)
"Anything is going to have more control that Old Spice or anything you can buy at the store."
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