The Ultimate Men’s Guide to Styling Hair
When it comes to hair styling, men often find themselves navigating a landscape filled with products and techniques. Fortunately, Anh has some valuable insights into the world of men’s hair care and styling guidance on how to achieve the perfect look for any hair type and length.
Essential to any styling routine is a molding wax–a versatile product that caters to different hair lengths and textures. Anh recommends Milbon’s Molding Wax products from the Creative Styling series for their various levels of hold, making it an excellent choice for diverse styles.
Milbon’s Molding Wax #7
Milbon’s Molding Wax #7 is ideal for short hairstyles that require extra hold. It’s particularly effective for those with coarse or unruly hair, common in Asian hair types. Anh recommends pairing it with the Wet Shine Gel Cream for a sleek, polished look—perfect for pompadours, Caesar cuts, or spiky styles. One of the standout features of the Molding Wax series is its ability to be combined with other styling products to achieve different looks. For a strong, formal style, Anh likes to mix Milbon’s Molding Wax #7 with Milbon’s Wet Shine Gel Cream #8 for a stiff, polished finish—great for weddings or red carpet events.
Milbon’s Molding Wax #5
Milbon’s Molding Wax #5 provides a moldable hold for medium-textured hair, making it suitable for short to mid-length hairstyles. It’s especially beneficial for diffusing coarse, unruly curls or waves, lending itself well to styles like the broccoli cut or curly/wavy hairstyles. For medium hair, Milbon’s Molding Wax #5 offers a touchable hold that looks effortlessly stylish while maintaining moisture and shine.
Milbon’s Molding Wax #3
Milbon’s Molding Wax #3 is designed for a lighter, more flexible hold that tames flyaways. and frizz without weighing hair down. This product works wonders for short fine hairstyles for collarbone-length hair. For a relaxed, beachy vibe, mix Milbon’s Molding Wax #3 with Milbon’s Wave Defining Cream #1 to create soft waves and tame frizz.
Despite its effectiveness, its easy to make mistakes when using waxes and gels. Anh emphasizes the importance of applying the Milbon Molding Wax on damp hair before blow-drying or air-drying. This method retains moisture and helps the hair hold its shape. Anh emphasizes the importance of applying these products to damp hair rather than dry to avoid a greasy appearance. He suggests starting with a small amount of product and adding more as needed to prevent product overload.