MG, Tokei-Ihto – firm hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY MG is a German brand, released by brewer Michael Gillert. MG stands for Michael Gillert who produces oil based pomades, all by hand. I'm glad to review a pomade from a company out of a neighboring country. After trying out several pomades, Michael wanted to make one himself. Meanwhile, after many trial and … Continue reading MG, Tokei-Ihto – firm hold oil based pomade

Pomps not dead, fuel for the hare game – firm hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Pomps not dead was formed in 2012, by Edwin Carson, at his home in Houston, Texas. Growing up listening to punk rock and hardcore, Edwin takes inspiration from his favorite bands and ties them into his products. Handmade in small batches to ensure the highest quality. Pomps not dead pomades bring slick hair … Continue reading Pomps not dead, fuel for the hare game – firm hold oil based pomade

Apothecary87, grease pomade/mogul – firm hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Apothecary87 was started in 2013 by Sam W. Martin out of the UK. A87 is a barber with a shop of products (A87's and others). The 87 symbolizes 2 things: Sam's grandfather died when he was 87 and Sam himself was born in 1987. So, Apothecary87 came to life. A87 offers lots of … Continue reading Apothecary87, grease pomade/mogul – firm hold oil based pomade

Ace high, black cat – firm hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Hi, guys and gals. I'm back with another review, it'll be a pomade from Ace high co out of Michigan. Brewers behind the brand are Nathan Hamood and Christian Kettenbeil who founded Ace high co in 2016. These guys offer a wide range of grooming products, all handmade. More information: https://www.acehighco.com/https://www.etsy.com/shop/AceHighCo?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=647459864 POMADE IN … Continue reading Ace high, black cat – firm hold oil based pomade

Grand classic grooming, traditional pomade – firm hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Jay Peters (Australia) is the beating heart behind Grand classic grooming. He is back (2020) with a new line of products and designs in yes, the grand classic theme. He brings an oil based pomade, a tonic and a texture balm to the table which all nourish hair, scalp and roots. I have … Continue reading Grand classic grooming, traditional pomade – firm hold oil based pomade

Pompking, red gamma grease – firm hold pomade

THE COMPANY Today it's time again to review a Pompking pomade. Pompking pomades is a company founded by Hector and Manuela Tapia from Beloit, Wisconsin. This couple comes with handmade and nicely designed grooming: pomades, beard stuff and T-shirts. They make legit stuff and deserve more recognition in my opinion! The pomades are formulated like … Continue reading Pompking, red gamma grease – firm hold pomade

Pompy’s – firm hold pomade

THE COMPANY Pompy's pomade is a European grooming company from German and founded by brewer Henry Scharm. About Pompy’s: 'We make a new dimension of styling products: pomades, beard oil and combs with a charismatic, powerful and rebellious quality. Pompy's Pomade, handmade in Germany, is a top-class, nature-based, traditional hair pomade, made in our certified Karlsruhe manufactory. It … Continue reading Pompy’s – firm hold pomade

Pomps not dead, lardage – firm hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Pomps Not Dead (PND) is a well-known grooming brand in the pomade world. The company was founded by Edwin Carson out of Houston, Texas and contains all hand brewed grooming products. The pomades are infamous for their classy and classic labels, their great scents and slickness. POMADE IN THE SPOTLIGHT Pomade I'm going … Continue reading Pomps not dead, lardage – firm hold oil based pomade

Nostalgic grooming, stronger things – firm hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Nostalgic grooming (formerly: Nostalgic handmade) is an American brand that receives wide acclaim internationally. The company was founded in 2016 by couple Dave and Janelle Leslie out of Arizona and their goal was to create high quality products with that old school, nostalgic retro flair. Their pomades are noted for their (novelty) scents, … Continue reading Nostalgic grooming, stronger things – firm hold oil based pomade

Flagship, steelhorse – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Flagship pomade co, run by brewer Wade Branson from Texas, is a fixed value in the handcrafted pomade/grooming communities. He created a real topper, the heavy hold unorthodox water based Black ship: a favorite of many and I can only confirm its greatness! This was one of the first water based pomades with … Continue reading Flagship, steelhorse – firm oil based pomade

Shear revival, easy tiger – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY A little behind the scenes of this infamous grooming company: 'Shear revival started in a small kitchen in Asbury Park, NJ in late 2013. Founder Zachary West, is a barber by trade. After not being satisfied with what the men’s grooming market had to offer, he set out to create a line of products that … Continue reading Shear revival, easy tiger – firm oil based pomade

Dr. Rubin’s – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Today's review will be on Dr. Rubin's pomade from LA. This company sells handmade/hand-poured pomades with nostalgic 40s labels. Nice given: I read Edwin Carson, brewer from the Pomps not dead pomades (PND) was inspired by Dr. Rubin's. Pomps not dead is an infamous grooming company and I'm a fan of their stuff. … Continue reading Dr. Rubin’s – firm oil based pomade

The iron society – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY The iron society brand consists of handcrafted pomades, done by barber Chris DeSanty from Oregon. It was a hyped one in the past and nowadays still a valuable pomade in my opinion. Chris offers a medium and a firm oil based. There's also a firm gel-type water based. He also brewed the VNM … Continue reading The iron society – firm oil based pomade

Pomps not dead, close quarters combing – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Pomps Not Dead (PND) is a well-known brand in the pomade communities and on the same level as Lockhart's, Big slick, O'Douds, Flagship and Shear revival. The company was founded by Edwin Carson out of Houston, Texas and contains all hand brewed grooming products. These pomades are infamous for their classy and classic labels, … Continue reading Pomps not dead, close quarters combing – firm oil based pomade

Nostalgic handmade – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Today, I wanna talk about a pomade company that has wide acclaim as I write about it. Firstly for the old school jar labeling on the 80s Nintendo video games. Secondly, for their novelty and ingenious scents capturing the nose. Thirdly, a great wax-slickness ratio to style easy and comfortably. Fourthly, clean and … Continue reading Nostalgic handmade – firm oil based pomade

Big slick – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Big slick pomade co is a grooming company run by husband and wife Vincent Minervino and Magdalena O'Connell, based out of Freehold/NJ. The couple makes handcrafted quality products in small batches. I quote: 'Our products are inspired by classic barber shop, music, hot rod & casino culture … for that big, slick look!' Big … Continue reading Big slick – firm oil based pomade

Pomps not dead, the daily grind – firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Pomps Not Dead (PND) is an infamous brand in the pomade world, on the same level as other handcrafted ones such as: Lockhart's, Big slick, O'Douds, Flagship and Shear revival. The company was founded by Edwin Carson out of Houston, Texas and contains all hand brewed grooming products. His pomades are infamous for … Continue reading Pomps not dead, the daily grind – firm oil based pomade