Pomade gives you the holding power of hairspray without the sticky, crunchy residue. With a dab of pomade, you can give your hair texture or shape loose locks into a whole new style. Many store-bought pomades work well, but they also contain chemical ingredients, such as artificial color and fragrance. If you'd prefer to put something more natural on your hair, try whipping up a batch of coconut oil pomade.
Step 1
Fill a saucepan about halfway with water. Set a heat-proof mixing bowl on top of the pan.The bowl should be large enough to fit snugly within the rim of the saucepan and just above the water.
Step 2
Add 8 teaspoons of coconut oil and 2 tablespoons grated beeswax to the heat-proof bowl.
Step 3
Place the saucepan and bowl on the stove. Set the temperature to the lowest setting.
Step 4
Stir the beeswax and coconut oil together as the ingredients begin to melt. Continue stirring until both have melted completely.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the coconut-beeswax mixture to cool completely. If you're in a hurry, put the mixture in the refrigerator to speed up cooling.
Step 6
Put the coconut-beeswax mixture in a blender. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable glycerin.
Step 7
Add up to 1/8 teaspoon mica, if desired. Mica will give the pomade a subtle shimmer.
Step 8
Mix in a few drops of essential oil for fragrance, if desired. Use your favorite scent, such as lavender, rosemary, jasmine or sweet orange.
Step 9
Blend the coconut oil, beeswax, glycerin and essential oil together at low speed. Keep blending until the ingredients have fully incorporated and the mixture has a smooth texture.
Step 10
Pour the pomade into a container and seal it with a lid. Store your pomade in a cool place until you're ready to use.