Wavy

Wavy hair is one of the easier types to control, so unless your hair is crazy thick, you’ll be fine with any clay. Like curly and fine hair, choose your favorite hair clay for men based on the desired hold level you want.

Straight

Straight hair is a bit harder to keep slicked back than wavy hair can be, so get a stronger hold if you want to make sure it stays in place throughout the day.

Thick

Thick hair can be tough to conquer, but hair clay is no joke. You shouldn’t have trouble finding a brand that tames your thick mop (we have a few options on this list). Go for the medium to extreme holds, depending on how straight your hair is.

Hair Length 

Short to Medium

If you have short to medium-length hair, you’ll be shopping for the same hair clays for men. Most hair clays are made with slicked-back styles this length in mind, so any hair clay on the list will work just fine for these lengths. Just keep in mind that the more firm the hold, the longer it will last and the harder it will be to adjust throughout the day.

Long 

Longer hair will be a little harder to hold in place, so it’s best for guys with long hair to go with a firm or extreme hold to make sure those long locks hold the way you want them to.

Hair Clay Holding Strength

Light

A light hold is all you need if you have an easily moldable top and just want a little texture and volume. Guys with thin or wavy hair might be just fine with a light hold, and it will be possible to rearrange or layer more clay into your style throughout the day. 

Medium 

Medium hold clays are perfect if you want to be able to bring your style to the gym or on a run, but don’t need it to stay firm in a windstorm. Medium holds are the best all-arounders and great for most men.

Firm-Extreme

When there is no room for compromise, go for a firm to extreme level hold. If you’re doing things like riding roller coasters, driving convertibles, and chasing storms, there’s no room for compromise in your hair product. Firm to Extreme holds will keep your style going strong in any hurricane.