Best for anyone with short-to-medium length hair who wants a moldable, reworkable pomade rather than a stiff, slicked-down hold. It suits natural, tousled or piecey styles -- think textured crops and short spiky looks -- more than a glossy, combed-back finish. AG positions it as a unisex, medium-hold product, and it's simple enough for someone new to pomade to use straight out of the jar.

What sets this apart from a standard hold gel or wax is the pliable microfiber technology AG builds it around -- it's designed to add structure and support to the hair shaft itself rather than just gluing strands in place, which is why it can be reworked by hand throughout the day instead of setting hard. Combined with humidity resistance, that makes it a practical choice for anyone who wants a textured style to hold its shape without stiffness.

Emulsify a small amount between your palms, then work it through damp or dry hair, styling as you go. No heat is required, though blow-drying afterward can help set a more defined shape.

• Pro: Gives structure and moldable texture without hardening or flaking, so hair can be reworked through the day.
• Pro: Humidity-resistant medium hold with a subtle sheen rather than a greasy-looking finish.
• Pro: Vegan formula -- the beeswax component is a synthetic, animal-free alternative.
• Con: Petrolatum-based formulas can be harder to rinse fully from hands, combs, or pillowcases than a water-based pomade.
• Con: Contains fragrance and known fragrance allergens (linalool, limonene, benzyl alcohol), worth noting for a sensitive scalp.
• Con: Formulated specifically for short-to-medium hair, so it isn't the right structurizing product for longer lengths.