Classic Pomade

This pomade is for you if:

• You're going for slicked-back, polished, traditional styles
• You have medium to thick hair
• You don't mind applying to damp/wet hair (won't work well on fully dry)
• You want medium shine, not matte finish
• You prefer wax-based formulas over water-based
• You're after that classic barbershop aesthetic

Choose BYRD Clay Pomade instead if: You want matte finish or need to apply on dry hair.

Choose BYRD Slick Pomade instead if: You have fine hair—this wax base may be too heavy and can weigh fine hair down.

• Strong, pliable hold for classic slicked-back styles
• Medium sheen for polished, traditional look
• Wax-based formula won't dry out or get crunchy
• Aloe vera and soybean oil condition and add shine
• All-day hold that won't slide out
• Firm but reworkable throughout the day
• Creates traditional barbershop styles

Built with solid ingredients:
Petrolatum and microcrystalline wax create the strong, pliable hold that traditional pomades are known for—they lock hair in place without making it rigid or brittle. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil helps the thick wax formula spread smoothly through hair. Aloe vera leaf oil extract conditions and soothes scalp while adding natural shine. Soybean oil (with tocopherol/vitamin E) nourishes hair and prevents dryness. Wax-based formula means this pomade won't dry out like water-based alternatives.

Proven to perform:
The thick, wax-based texture needs damp hair to distribute properly—applying to fully dry hair will cause clumping and uneven coverage. Once worked through damp hair, it creates strong, all-day hold that won't slide out or lose shape by afternoon. Medium sheen gives you that polished, classic look without looking overly greasy. The hold is firm but still pliable, so you can reshape and touch up throughout the day if needed.

Made to help men look sharp and feel confident:
Classic slicked-back styles never go out of fashion because they look polished, intentional, and professional. This pomade gives you the traditional barbershop look—the kind of style that makes you look put-together whether you're heading to the office or out for the evening.

CRITICAL: Start with damp hair. This wax-based pomade works best on towel-dried hair. Applying to fully dry hair will cause clumping and uneven distribution.

Amount: Start with a nickel-sized amount. The thick texture spreads further than you'd expect once warmed.

Warm it up: Rub product vigorously between palms until it softens and warms. This makes it much easier to work through hair.

Application: Work through hair from roots to tips, distributing evenly. Use a comb for slicked-back styles or fingers for more texture.

Styling: Shape hair into desired style—slick back, side part, pompadour. The strong hold sets quickly but remains pliable for touch-ups.

Frequency: Use daily or as needed. One jar lasts 8-12 weeks with daily use. Remove with shampoo—wax-based formulas need thorough cleansing.

Microcrystalline Wax

Microcrystalline wax is a refined petroleum-based wax that creates firm, long-lasting hold without brittleness. Unlike harder waxes that make hair stiff and unmovable, microcrystalline wax maintains pliability so you can restyle throughout the day. It's the backbone of traditional pomades and what gives them that strong-but-flexible hold.

Petrolatum, Microcrystalline Wax, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ceteareth-25, ^ Fragrance (Parfum), Isopropyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Oil Extract