Thursday, May 21, 2009

1. Garner Fructis Style Wax

Long Lasting Hold.  Shine & Define.

This was my first wax (after the gel phase).  I really liked it in the beginning, and so did my friends cuz they kept asking to borrow it.  

The Fab:  It's only around $5, so if you're new to hair styling it's good stuff to learn with.  Also, it smells really good, though some may find the scent a little too strong.  Don't mix with cologne and spray-on deodorant.  The container is a decent size, 75 mL, that will last a while since you don't need to use very much each time.

The Drab:  It's a very thick and heavy wax, which means it only works on short hair.  The wax is designed to hold up spikes, but on long hair it just feels greasy.  In fact, the instructions say "Use sparingly," which is especially important to keep in mind with this product.  Of course, it is designed for "shine," which is why it looks and feels greasy on long hair.

Conclusion:  Only use on dry hair--it'll slide right out of damp hair.  It's a decent product on short hair, but if you have medium/long hair or are planning to grow it out, there are better products to invest in.  Also, it's not very good for a matte look that is common in Asian styles.  If you're still in to short spikes, however, this is definitely a step up from gel:  the wax is still very flexible in your hair so you don't go all crispy.

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