American Crew Men's Hair Molding Clay (OLD VERSION), Like Hair Gel with High Hold with Medium Shine, 3 Oz (Pack of 1)

Bought all kinds of products! Needed non greesy feel/look, non crusty (gel ugh), natural, holds medium length hair up. Preferred to run fingers through hair and wanted a hold into day two. Winner: Crew Molding Clay. Others: Sauvecito Pomade firme - This is overly perfumed gel. It is crusty when dried. Hard pass. Crew Heavy Hold Pomade - Felt like the Sauvecito Pomade, less crusty and no fragrance. Hold wasn't as strong as other products. Crew Fiber - Second place! Smooth feel like grooming cream and molding clay had a baby. Hair needs to be drier when put in. Loses hold when touched though. Crew Grooming Cream - Thick grease feel. Holds very well but I didn't like touching my hair after -- which does not break hold when you do. Equate Pomade Medium Hold - This is what you'd expect from Pomade feel. Wears out in one day and loses hold though. Trendsetter Matte Wax - Got the sample pack which is highly recommend just for feeling out prosucts. Found medium not enough hold. Firm was right but their firm is too stiff and unnatural feeling. Sample pack size good for travel to touch-up places after the fact. Crew Molding Clay - Drier feel and hair just feels natural while fingers can smoothy go through -- which does not break the hold. Holds very well day one and holds like the pomade on day two. I reapply day two if I care. The dampness of your hair effects the hold -- all water based. So play with dryness when using a new product. I use molding clay throughout and grooming cream on my kalik so nothing gets out of place. Cream perfectly controls any straggler hairs. If I saved you money, you're welcome!

I recently tried the American Crew Men's Hair Molding Clay, and I can confidently say it has become a staple in my grooming routine. Here’s a detailed look at my experience:Texture and Application Consistency: The clay has a smooth, workable texture that makes it easy to scoop out and apply. It feels lightweight and doesn’t weigh down my hair. Application: A small amount goes a long way. I found that warming it up between my palms before applying helps distribute it evenly throughout my hair. Hold and Style Strong Hold: The molding clay provides a strong hold that lasts all day without feeling stiff or crunchy. It’s perfect for achieving a variety of styles, from textured looks to slicked-back hairstyles. Flexibility: Despite its strong hold, the clay allows for some flexibility, letting me restyle my hair during the day if needed. Finish Matte Look: One of the standout features is the matte finish it provides. It gives my hair a natural look without the shine that some other products leave behind, which I really appreciate. No Residue: Unlike some styling products, this clay doesn’t leave any flaky residue, even after a long day. It washes out easily with shampoo, which is a huge plus. Fragrance Scent: The scent is subtle and pleasant, not overpowering. It’s fresh without being too cologne-like, making it suitable for daily wear. Value Price Point: While it may be a bit pricier than some drugstore alternatives, the quality and performance make it worth the investment. A single container lasts quite a while, so it’s good value for the price. Conclusion Overall, American Crew Men's Hair Molding Clay is a fantastic product for anyone looking to achieve a stylish, textured look with a strong yet flexible hold. Its matte finish, ease of use, and pleasant scent make it a top choice in my grooming arsenal. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to elevate their hairstyling game!

I don't know why folks seem to hate on this product because of it being "hard to wash out" - I personally didn't have a problem. I bought Fiber and Molding Clay in my quest to tame that which is my flaming stallion of a mane. Note: I am South Asian by ethnicity and thus have thick, very hard to manage/hold hair, my hair is approx 3-4inch on top and slightly less on sides and back. Smell: Isn't the greatest but whatever, can't really smell it once it's applied anyway. It's a natural smell, maybe slightly citrusy Hold: I think this is pretty much as strong of a hold that American Crew offers (from my limited experience). I bought Fiber on a recommendation but found its hold to be weak (esp for my hair) and the super matte finish was cool, but since my hair is poofy I needed to keep it with a slight shine in order to kill some of the ridiculous volume. The hold is pretty good, but any "twist and pull spikes" I make will not maintain the whole day, I've found only hairspray or gel will hold that sort of style. Probably the best hold American Crew offers, though I haven't tried Pomade. Shine: There is a medium shine, definitely not as much as hairspray, and moreso than American Crew Fiber. Really depends on how much you put in your hair, but I find the shine a perfect level. Consistency: It's a bit weird in consistency, doesnt plop out of the container as easily as Fiber. I usually use about a "dime-size" dab on my finger, emulsify, and brush through my hair. If you don't emulsify and spread, I could see it adding a lot of weight to your hair and not properly holding shape as well as being concentrated and "greasy" looking in whatever part receives the most product. Easy to Wash Out? Yes, didn't have problems. Need to use soap to get off your hands though. Overall: At first I disliked it because I thought it was too greasy without enough hold, but I slightly wet my hair and used a dime-size amount (more than I was using initially), and it creates a decent hold, good shine, and plasticity that works for my difficult hair.

I've been using this molding clay for a while and it works great for my hair. It gives a strong hold with a nice matte finish, so my hair stays in place without looking greasy or shiny. The scent is light and not too noticeable, which I like. It can feel a bit sticky when applying, and it takes some effort to wash out completely, but overall it does the job well. Definitely a solid choice if you want a clean, natural look that lasts all day.

Perfect product for my hair.

This is an OK product. Many people are giving it worse reviews as they are not buying it for the reasons it is good for. If you are looking for a messy, textured, or spiked hairstyle, do not buy this. While this product does say "high hold", this is not a gel like product. There is one hairstyle this works really well with and that is a sleek side part or a side part with slight pompadour lift at the front. There is definitely shine to it, but it is not as shiny as a pomade. Applying this product makes you hair clump together, which is great for hair styles like a side part... something not related to messy/textured look. I wouldnt recommend this for short hair or long hair. This works best with short-medium hair. Another thing to mention is that this does not wash off easily. This can be good because you would not need to apply as much after your shower, and you get a better hold. Speaking of hold, it was a pretty good hold, but you have to let it sit and "harden" for a few minutes. Its doesn't harden like a gel, but it does stay in place and it is re-workable.

Use sparingly! My hair is fine. This molding clay holds it in place while making my hair healthy looking, not coarse or dull. It’s great! But, it doesn’t sink out of sight if you use too much. Use a slight amount to start. More can always be added, but too much makes your hair gummy. Start sparingly and enjoy the result.

I had been using Crew Fiber for years, but I was never really happy with it. It just never held very well and could be difficult to use if my hair got too dry; so, I decided to try the Crew Molding Clay out as a change. I wasn't sure about the clay at first because it didn't feel very tacky so it didn't seem like it would hold, but after applying it to my hair I was very pleasantly surprised. Not only is the hold much better than the fiber product, it was much easier to work into my hair and I can create a better-looking style now. I will say this, the clay product does have some shine to it so it is going to give your hair more of a wetter look, but as someone who has some grey I like the shine because it makes my hair look darker. The clay product is also more difficult to wash out of hair and off of hands after use, but for me that is a fair tradeoff for having something that actually has some decent holding power that lasts. If you are someone like me that maybe got started using the fiber product, but was never really happy with it; I think the molding clay is definitely worth a try.

Bought it for a friend . He absolutely loved it

Endlich ein Haarprodukt, das die Frisur da hält, wo man sie hingelegt hat! Durch Zufall (Youtube randomlockdownbinge) bin ich auf einmal bei Pflegeprodukten für Männer gelandet... wie auch immer das passiert ist, aber man kennt es. Ich habe mich jetzt gute 20 Jahre durch die herkömmlichen Drogerien und Supermärkte gekauft, von billig bis "teuer", von bunt bis "männlich", ich hab alle Produkte ausprobiert. ALLE. Die ausgesuchte Plürre ist dann entweder entschieden zu dünn und macht gar nichts mit der Friseur außer anfeuchten. Oder man nimmt etwas festes, dann sind die Haare einbetoniert, trocken, hart und wenn man sich ein Shirt über den Kopf zieht oder sich irgendwo anlehnt, sieht man aus wie der letzte Mensch. Die Produkte hatten zudem das Problem, dass man es vor dem Spiegel zwar in die gewünschte Form bekommen hat, die Frisur hält aber nicht den Tag durch.. oft keine Stunde. Bevor ich das Produkt bestellte, hab ich natürlich mit mir gekämpft die 13€ inkl Versand auszugeben. Vorab: Man braucht extrem wenig Produkt für das Styling, nicht mal die Hälfte von einem got2b Produkt z.B. - womit sich der Preis relativiert. Jetzt zum eigentlichen... das clay ist erwartungsgemäß fest, dennoch kriegt man es super verarbeitet, tastet euch bei der Menge ran... man braucht extrem wenig. Die Haare bleiben optisch organisch und fühlen sich lebendig an, ohne nass zu sein. Kein verkleben, kein Beton. Und jetzt das allerbeste! Die Frisur hält einfach so, wie man sie morgens stellt oder legt. Ich hab dünne, gerade Haare und davon viele, ergo entwickeln sie ab ca. 4cm Länge bereits ein gewisses Eigenleben. Tagsüber umziehen? Kein Problem. Kurz aufs Sofa hauen? Kein Problem. Draußen im Wind rumlaufen? Kein Problem. Wenn ich einen Nachteil benennen müsste: Auswaschen ist ohne shampoo schwer rückstandslos möglich. Und man bekommt das Produkt leider schwierig lokal. Fazit: Von mir eine klare Empfehlung es auszuprobieren, wenn bisher nichts funktioniert hat!

Efectivamente, si es AC con el nuevo empaque. Tiene buena fijación alta aunque en cabellos lacios recomiendo usar un spray extra. No soy muy fan de el brillo pero este se nota natural como recién húmedo el cabello. De la marca el que mejor fijación tiene es sin duda AC FIBER. Buena compra.

Pour avoir essayé une bonne dizaine de cire et crème à cheveux l American Crew est la meilleure de par ça tenue son effet naturel, elle fixe sans figer et résiste plutôt bien à l eau contrairement en beaucoup d autre... Très bon produit je recommande...

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