Chrissi’s Haarpomade, Ceres: medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Chrissi's Haarpomade is a German, handmade pomade by barber Björn Wünsch. He offers light, medium, firm and heavy hold oil based pomades. Note from Chrissi's: unfortunately we could not convince the bees to always deliver a 100% same consistency of wax, so we ask for your understanding that we cannot always guarantee 100% … Continue reading Chrissi’s Haarpomade, Ceres: medium hold oil based pomade

High life – medium oil based pomade

THE COMPANY High life started off as an American brand with hand made pomades. Brewer Adam Dorsett, also a tattooist didn’t have time to brew anymore and he sold it to Imperial Dax. The pomade formulas are now lab made and have changed somewhat. I can’t compare them because I never used the original HL … Continue reading High life – medium oil based pomade

Barberstation, grease brilliantine – medium oil based pomade

THE COMPANY The story behind a Dutch brand: Barberstation. 'After years in the hairdressing industry, Jean van Rossum started The barberstation in early 2013. A classic barber/barber where the man can go for his hair, mustache and beard. Jean, originally a drummer/musician under the name Jean Monsou, brought together everything he loves in The barberstation. … Continue reading Barberstation, grease brilliantine – medium oil based pomade

Lucky tiger, cru-butch – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY The history of Lucky tiger The story of Lucky tiger has been handed down from generation to generation. As it is now told, the Lucky tiger legend began in the 1920’s, in Kansas City, Missouri, in the basement of Benjamin Clarke, an amateur scientist and one heck of a barber! Ben created a … Continue reading Lucky tiger, cru-butch – medium hold oil based pomade

High life, voodoo island – medium oil based pomade

THE COMPANY High life started off as an American brand with hand made pomades. Brewer Adam Dorsett, also a tattooist didn't have time to brew anymore and he sold it to Imperial Dax. The pomade formulas are now lab made and have changed somewhat. I can't compare them because I never used the original HL … Continue reading High life, voodoo island – medium oil based pomade

Lockhart’s, fire and brimstone – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Lockhart's story, by Steve Lockhart 'Nichole and I got married very young. Both 21 years old, we moved out on our own, with the help of our parents and a best friend, completely broke and trying to navigate our way in the world. Eventually, I landed a sales job at a local car … Continue reading Lockhart’s, fire and brimstone – medium hold oil based pomade

Daimon barber, remedy wax – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Daimon barber is a grooming brand out of the United Kingdom (London). DB on their company: A modern man never stops learning. Changing and adapting to new things, technologies, styles and skills. He prioritises wellbeing, integrity and common values. He understands that everyone wants to feel good in their own skin. We understand the … Continue reading Daimon barber, remedy wax – medium hold oil based pomade

Daimon barber, classic pomade – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Daimon barber is a grooming brand out of the United Kingdom (London). DB on their company: A modern man never stops learning. Changing and adapting to new things, technologies, styles and skills. He prioritises wellbeing, integrity and common values. He understands that everyone wants to feel good in their own skin. We understand the … Continue reading Daimon barber, classic pomade – medium hold oil based pomade

Pompking, grippie – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Pompking pomades is a well known pomade brand among pomade lovers. It was founded by Hector and Manuela Tapia in 2012. The couple lives in Beloit, Wisconsin. Pompking pomades deserves much more attention and recognition. Why? Their pomades are brewed by hand, in small batches and of great quality.They offer a bunch of … Continue reading Pompking, grippie – medium hold oil based pomade

Quixote – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Hello! I'm back with another written review. Today's review: Quixote pomade by brewer Amilcar Cifuentes! This Californian brand fabricates handmade grooming and more since 2015. The Quixote theme caught Amilcar's interest, so he named his brand after it. Story, short: Alonso Quijano calls himself 'Don Quixote', loses his mind and thinks he is … Continue reading Quixote – medium hold oil based pomade

Pomps not dead, necronomipomp ex mortis – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY The pomps not dead pomade brand is no stranger among avid pomade lovers. PND, as we call it, was created by Edwin Carson from Texas, back in 2012. His pomades enjoy worldwide recognition. Edwin is praised for being one of the most versatile and talented brewers around. He excels in offering a wide … Continue reading Pomps not dead, necronomipomp ex mortis – medium hold oil based pomade

Ghost town, louche grease – medium oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Ghost town pomade, louche grease is a handmade pomade, brewed by Edo Saler out of Oakland, CA. Because there are so few reviews on this pomade, I got the idea to make a written review. I'm not sure whether Ghost town pomade is still in business. The info below dates from 2019. Get … Continue reading Ghost town, louche grease – medium oil based pomade

The classics pomade – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY The classics pomade co out of Illinois, brewer behind is Brooklyn Martinez. His handmade pomades are inspired by the classics, hence the name. Brooklyn offers sublime designed jars with great scents. The Classics Pomade Co is known for the Halloween/dark themed pomades! More info: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheClassicsPomade?ref=pr2018 POMADE IN THE SPOTLIGHT I will be showcasing … Continue reading The classics pomade – medium hold oil based pomade

19|fifties – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY The Canadian 19|fifties union men's grooming brings us products in a 50s style. They stand out with their square, classy, richly designed tins. What does the term 'Union' mean? Union is named after Toronto’s infamous Union Station where in 1954 Toronto’s world-renowned subway line began. More info: https://www.19fifties.com/ POMADE IN THE SPOTLIGHT Pomade … Continue reading 19|fifties – medium hold oil based pomade

Stickmore – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Stickmore hair co is a grooming company out of California. The minds behind it are Jacob Giverink and Cyrus Malekzadeh. These guys wished to formulate a good medium made out of a few ingredients like the old-fashioned pomades. After lots of sweating and testing, they acquired their gem. The execution of the Stickmore … Continue reading Stickmore – medium hold oil based pomade

Labcosm, silver tin pomade – medium oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Labcosm was a Greece company that had to close its doors due to the Greece financial crisis. It is now in hands of OnceUponAFavorGR5 owned by Mary Boppin's out of Thessaloniki, Greece. They operate an Etsy shop with handmade gifts for all your loved ones. You find 3 handmade pomades: a soft hold … Continue reading Labcosm, silver tin pomade – medium oil based pomade

Grandad’s old fashioned – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Grandad's old fashioned once started in San Diego by Michael Tafoya (2012). He sold his company to Bryce Sims who led it a few years, changed labeling plus brought in new formulas and products. In 2017, Grandad's old fashioned came back in Michael's hands. 2019: Jeffrey Robertson from Oklahoma takes over the co. … Continue reading Grandad’s old fashioned – medium hold oil based pomade

Prodigal – medium/firm oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Today I'm going to have another look at an American grooming company: Prodigal pomade co. This company offers handcrafted pomades. The brewer behind Prodigal pomade co is Chris Young from California. Chris started his brand in 2017 and has made 2 pomades so far: a medium-firm and heavy. Update 2020: Chris brews the … Continue reading Prodigal – medium/firm oil based pomade

Tremolo’s, guilty ace – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Today I return to Tremolo's hair pomade. Tremolo's or Dick Tremolo's is a brand run by brewer Jared Sorkin (Illinois). The man is taking a break at this moment and I really hope he comes back in the near future because he makes great stuff! POMADE IN THE SPOTLIGHT Andrew Carruthers sent me … Continue reading Tremolo’s, guilty ace – medium hold oil based pomade

Tremolo’s, stiff Dick – medium hold oil based pomade

THE COMPANY Today I go back to Tremolo's hair pomade, brand created by brewer Jared Sorkin out of Illinois. Jared is taking a break at this moment and will come back (at least, I hope that he will) in the near future. More info: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TremolosPomade POMADE IN THE SPOTLIGHT Got a sample of the heavy … Continue reading Tremolo’s, stiff Dick – medium hold oil based pomade