Hairstyle Won't Hold? 7 Causes and How to Fix Them

In the morning your hairstyle is perfect, but after a few hours it collapses or individual strands stick out. This rarely has to do with the hair itself, but mostly with small details in preparation and technique. Here are the seven most common causes and their solutions.

1. The hair was too wet

In dripping wet hair the pomade is diluted and cannot grip properly. Solution: dry the hair thoroughly with a towel or pre-blow-dry it. Towel-dried is ideal.

2. No volume at the roots

Pomade holds a shape, but it does not build volume. Without a blow dryer, hair often falls flat quickly. Solution: blow-dry the hair in the desired direction before styling and set it with cold air. Guide in pomade and blow dryer.

3. The pomade was not warmed

Cold pomade spreads unevenly. Some areas get too much, others none at all. Solution: rub the pomade between your fingertips until it is soft and slightly glossy.

4. The pomade did not reach the roots

If you only work the surface, you style the ends but not the base. Solution: work the pomade in with your fingers against the direction of growth so it reaches the roots, then comb into shape.

5. Too little or too much product

Too little pomade gives no hold. Too much weighs the hair down so it collapses under its own weight. Solution: start with a pea-sized amount and add more where needed. More on dosing in hold and shine in pomade.

6. The hold level does not suit the hairstyle

A slick back or pompadour needs more hold than a loose crop. With a light product, thick or long hair fights against gravity. Solution: use a pomade with strong, pliable hold and adjust the amount to the hairstyle.

7. Weather and humidity

Humid air, rain and heat affect every hairstyle. Solution: choose a water-resistant, oil-based pomade. For hot days, there are special tips in pomade in hot weather.

Bonus: the haircut

Sometimes the problem is the cut. If the top hair is too heavy or uneven, no hairstyle will last long. Talk to your barber about the hairstyle you want to style.

Rescuing your hairstyle on the go

Oil-based pomade stays pliable. A quick pass with a comb brings the hairstyle back into shape, often without any extra product. More in restyling pomade.

The right pomade

NO STYLIST Pomade Pure Lemongrass combines strong, pliable hold with a silky shine. The water-resistant texture helps the hair stay in shape longer, and the oil-based formula can be recombed at any time.

Frequently asked questions

Why does my hairstyle collapse after a few hours?

Usually there is no volume at the roots, the hair was too wet or too much product was used.

Does more pomade mean more hold?

Up to a point. Too much pomade weighs the hair down. Better: prepare properly and dose precisely.

Which pomade holds the longest?

Oil-based pomade with strong hold and a water-resistant texture, because it does not dry out and stays pliable.