Firm and good hold. Needs some working
A VO5 Customer
I always prefer clay over gels and other products. The matt look lets you have a style that looks more natural and less plasticy-refined. This is where this product is great. You can create that 'not long out of bed, still effortless' (/spent forever in the mirror) style that never fails. I have been using this nearly a week now. I know the matt effect works when a friend says to me 'oh you use stuff on your hair'. No Nas... I just wake up naturally with hair fixed into a wavy-spike position. Some people! On the spike side of things - This is great for ensuring spikey hair. You don't have to go super spikey-mikey. I go a little roughed up wavey-spikey and it works just a treat. Its good for creating whole areas of hair with a similar style or direction too, but perhaps less good for fine tuning. This is because as a clay product, it can be a bit thick and tough to work evenly without just going over the top. Wetter and thinner clay products are a bit better at getting into the nooks and crannies and sorting those annoying stray bits (mines on the top right at the back) that no matter how much you cut them off, force them down, beat with a stick - they still do their own thing and rebel! Smells good, which is always a bonus - though it doesn't last long... and lets be honest, nobody buys their clay for the scent. Over-all, a good product. If it was a tiny tiny bit thinner, I'd probably up the star.
Good hold, but greasy look..
A VO5 Customer
Over the years I have had a variety of hair styles and have used a whole plethora of different products and brands. Many have been one hit wonders, but some have lasted the test of time! I have used this product and it has many pros, but unfortunately, a couple of cons too. The product it really easy to use, it has a great hold, and it is pliable after use (although you will end up with greasy hands and less hold). The smell is INCREDIBLE and like it says on the tin, a little really does go a long way. Unfortunately, I find that the 'Choppy Matt Finish' has a somewhat greasy look to it which isn't really to my taste. When it coming to washing it out, it washes very easy and unlike other products, doesn't require multiple washes. Overall, great product, I just didn't like the finish.
Does the job
A VO5 Customer
Over the years I have tried gels, waxes,sprays, putty and clay and have mostly stuck (no pun intended) with the waxes. The V05 Clay is different to the other clays I have tried, it is softer and more malleable, and doesn't leave a sticky greasy residue on the hair or on my hands. It easily comes off the skin with a bit of soap (unlike some others). Hold wise, it is great, I put a little bit in in the morning and it held well all day, without feeling stiff. It doesn't clump or obviously stick the hairs together. It holds well without being seen. The only reason I have gone 4 stars is that it doesn't smell as nice as the product I currently use.
Works better with shorter hair
A VO5 Customer
I have been in dire need of a hair cut recently, so I decided to try VO5 Matt Clay in a little experiment. I've got very thick hair, so I tried it the day before a hair cut and the day after. The day before haircut attempt went ok. There was so hold and some styling, but my hair just didn't want to quite do as it was told. Possibly I needed to use more than I was, but I wasn't too sure. The day post haircut went much better. My hair seemed to be more responsive to styling, and it held for much longer. I find the consistency of the clay a little strange, but it's not offensive. It also doesn't have a strong odour, which you can occasionally get with wet look gel. I definitely prefer the clay over gel, it feels much more refined and like a professional product.
Vo5 Matt Clay Review
A VO5 Customer
This is an awesome product that I've used for years. Hasn't changed at all and does exactly what you need it to do. Unlike other Matt products it isn't wet or shiny and lasts ages. Very reasonably priced and can be purchased in every supermarket I've been to. Would highly recommend
Great hold!
A VO5 Customer
A classic matt clay from VO5, if you are looking for a clay, sculp your hair and have maximum hold, id recommend this product. I have a short to medium hair, undercut and about 3 1/2 inches on top. I have been using this for about 2 weeks now, everyday at work. I would say it does well keeping the hold until around the last few hours of my shift, but it could be because my hair gets a bit oily after a long shift from the hospital but it still keeps the style I did in the morning so it isnt bad. Its also got a subtle hint of fragrance, just to add to that fresh hairstyles you can pull off with this matt clay!
Name speaks volumes
A VO5 Customer
Being a V05 product you know this cones with a good brand background. The name speaks for itself, Matt Clay!! And it is very much clay like!! I have short ceopped hair and this is the sort of product i would normally use but in all honesty, I didn't like it! I found it difficult to use as it is very tough and has to be really manipulated between the fingers bedore you can get it to the correct playability. After in being in my hair it felt greasy and i found it really difficult to wash out. The packaging says a little goes a long way and i think this is probably true making it good value but for ease of use I wouldn't recommend it.
VO5 Matt clay
A VO5 Customer
I am really impressed with VO5 Matt Clay. The product when you first open the pot is a solid substance almost wax like. You just need to use a small amount because a little goes a long way. Once applied to hair it leaves it looking textured but it is soft to touch and doesn't leave your hair feeling solid and unmanageable. The texture is of a Matt finish so doesn't leave your hair looking greasy or wet. However you style your hair it also lasts all day and washes out really easily. Overall it's quick and easy to apply and leaves your hair looking stylish and feeling great.