Dapper Dan Heavy Hold Pomade 100ml - Superior Hold And Shine

Dapper Dan Heavy Hold Pomade 100ml is the British barbering brand's strongest hold pomade — a petrolatum-free, water-soluble formula designed to deliver firm grip and a high-gloss shine without the greasy build-up of traditional oil-based pomades. Scented with the brand's signature liquorice and vanilla fragrance, it's a go-to choice for classic men's styles where shape and shine matter equally.

What it does

• Heavy hold — keeps quiffs, side-parts, slick-backs and combovers locked in all day
• High shine — wet-look gloss that suits classic and vintage-inspired cuts
• Water-soluble — rinses out cleanly with a single shampoo, unlike traditional petroleum-based pomades
• No build-up — won't leave residue in the hair or transfer onto pillows and collars
• Petrolatum-free — oil-based performance without the petroleum carrier

Key ingredients

• Beeswax and carnauba wax — the structural waxes that deliver the firm grip and pliability
• Lanolin and castor (Ricinus communis) seed oil — soften and condition the hair while it's being shaped
• PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil and PEG-20 stearate — the emulsifiers that make the pomade water-soluble
• Liquorice and vanilla fragrance — the brand's distinctive sweet-aromatic signature scent

About Dapper Dan

Dapper Dan is a British men's grooming brand built around the traditional barbershop ritual — pomades, shaving creams, beard care and matching aftershave. The Heavy Hold Pomade is the strongest hold in the range, sitting above the brand's Matt and Medium Hold options. The line is made in England and stocked in barbershops across the UK.

Who it's for

Best for short to medium hair styled into shapes that require structure — pompadours, quiffs, side-parts, slick-backs and 1950s-inspired looks. The high-shine finish reads as classic and intentional rather than casual; if you prefer a matte, lived-in finish, look at Dapper Dan's Matt Paste instead. Suitable for normal to thick hair; very fine hair may find the heavy hold pulls strands flat.

How to use

1. Towel-dry the hair until it's just damp — not soaking. Damp hair takes pomade more evenly than dry hair.
2. Scoop a 5p- to 10p-piece amount and warm it between the palms until it turns smooth and translucent.
3. Work through the hair from root to tip with the fingers, distributing evenly.
4. Comb into the desired shape — quiff, side-part, slick-back — and let the pomade set.
5. To remove, shampoo once with warm water; the formula is fully water-soluble and should rinse out cleanly.

Specifications

• Size: 100ml (3.38 fl oz)
• Hold: Heavy
• Finish: High shine
• Soluble: Water
• Free from: Petrolatum
• Fragrance: Liquorice and vanilla
• Made in: United Kingdom
• Brand: Dapper Dan

Frequently asked questions

Will it wash out without leaving residue?
Yes. Despite being oil-based, the formula is water-soluble — it should rinse out fully with a single shampoo and warm water. This is the main practical advantage over traditional petroleum pomades, which can take several washes to clear.

Heavy Hold vs Medium Hold — which one should I pick?
Choose Heavy Hold for sculpted styles that need to stay put all day (high quiffs, sharp partings) or for thicker hair that resists holding. Choose Medium Hold for softer, more flexible finishes or for shorter, easier-to-shape cuts.

What does it smell like?
Sweet and slightly aromatic — liquorice with a soft vanilla underbelly. The scent fades through the day; it's noticeable on application but not strong enough to interfere with cologne.