Men's Hair Styling NZ | Pomade, Clay & Wax | Zilion NZ
Shop Men's Hair Styling Products in NZ
The right styling product is the difference between a cut that looks good in the barber's chair and one that still looks good at four in the afternoon. This collection covers more than 220 men's styling products: water-based and oil-based pomades, matte clays, pastes, waxes, gels, creams, texture powders, sea salt sprays and classic barbershop tonics.
Zilion is an official NZ stockist of every brand here, including L3VEL3, Vines Vintage, Suavecito, Murrays, Layrite, Killer Groom, Dapper Dan, Baxter of California, Arata, KMS, Captain Fawcett and Redken Brews. Most products come in a standard size, and many are also sold as twin packs for regular users.
About Our Men's Hair Styling Collection
Every styling product sits somewhere on two scales: hold, from light to extreme, and finish, from matte to high shine. A matte clay with strong hold suits a textured crop or quiff that needs to stay put. A high-shine pomade with medium hold suits a slick side part or a pompadour. Creams, tonics and grooming sprays sit at the lighter end for natural, touchable styles.
The base matters as well. Water-based pomades and gels wash out easily with shampoo. Oil-based pomades and waxes give a classic shine and can be restyled through the day, but they take more effort to wash out. Your hair type plays a part too: fine hair usually suits lighter clays, powders and creams, while thick or coarse hair needs stronger pomades, pastes and fibre products to control it.
Men's Styling by Product Type
Pomade. The barbershop classic. Water-based options such as Layrite Original and Superhold and Killer Groom Pomade Original give shine and wash out cleanly, while Murrays and Suavecito Oil-Based offer old-school slick control. Browse Hair Pomade.
Clay. Matte, textured and usually strong. Baxter of California Clay Pomade, Layrite Cement, Killer Groom Clay Lite and Dapper Dan Ultra Matte Clay are favourites. See Clay.
Paste and putty. Flexible, reworkable texture with a natural finish. Try KMS HairPlay Molding Paste and Redken Brews Work Hard Molding Paste. More in Hair Paste & Putty.
Wax. Pliable hold for defined, piecey styles, including Murrays Beeswax and Murrays Black Beeswax for textured hair. See Hair Wax.
Gel. Firm, wet-look or clean hold. L3VEL3 Cream Hair Gel and Arata Strong Hold Styling Gel are popular; browse Hair Gel.
Creams. Light, natural hold for relaxed styles and curls, such as L3VEL3 Forming Cream, Arata Medium Hold Styling Cream and Slick Gorilla Curl Cream.
Powders and sprays. Killer Groom Volume Powder and Dapper Dan Ultra Matte Texture Dust add instant lift, while sea salt sprays and Layrite Grooming Spray add texture or pre-style hold. See Hair Powder and Salt Sprays.
Tonics. Vines Vintage American Bay Rum, Suavecito Hair Tonic and Dapper Dan Grooming Tonic are light liquids for classic grooming and a fresh barbershop scent.
Brands in This Category
These are the brands with the most men's styling products at Zilion. Each link opens the full brand range:
- L3VEL3
- Vines Vintage
- Suavecito
- Murrays
- Layrite
- Killer Groom
- Dapper Dan
- Baxter of California
- Arata
- KMS
- Captain Fawcett
- Redken
Top 10 Men's Styling Products
- Layrite Superhold Pomade 120g: a water-based pomade with extra-strong hold and a clean, polished finish for pompadours and slick backs.
- Suavecito Oil-Based Pomade 85g: firm hold and high shine for traditional slick styles that you can restyle through the day.
- Dapper Dan Ultra Matte Clay 100ml: strong hold with an ultra-matte finish for modern textured cuts.
- KMS HairPlay Molding Paste 150ml: pliable hold and natural shine for shaping and texturing medium to coarse hair.
- Redken Brews Clay Pomade 100ml: a men's clay for fine, shorter hair that adds texture and strong hold with a gritty, roughed-up finish.
- L3VEL3 Forming Cream 100ml: medium hold and medium shine that adds volume to fine or thin hair without stiffness.
- Arata Medium Hold Styling Cream 50ml: flexible, buildable hold with a natural finish that also smooths frizz and flyaways.
- L3VEL3 Cream Hair Gel 250ml: a water-based cream gel with vitamin B5, medium hold and shine, flake-free and easy to wash out.
- Captain Fawcett Classic Pomade 100g: medium hold and natural shine for neat, classic grooming.
- Dapper Dan Sea Salt Spray 200ml: adds texture, volume and a natural matte finish as a pre-styler or on its own.
Best Sellers at Zilion
- Baxter of California Clay Pomade 60ml ($44.00)
- Layrite Original Pomade 120g ($43.99)
- Vines Vintage Matt Pomade 125ml ($20.46)
- Layrite Grooming Spray 200ml ($34.99)
- Vines Vintage American Bay Rum Hair & Scalp Tonic 200ml ($17.20)
- Vines Vintage Fiber Pomade 125ml ($24.00)
- Layrite Cement 120g ($46.99)
- Murrays Hair Glo 85g ($18.00)
- Killer Groom Clay Lite 150g ($30.00)
- Killer Groom Volume Powder Original 30g ($25.00)
Benefits of a Good Styling Product
- A style that lasts. The right hold keeps a cut in shape from the morning through to the end of the day.
- The finish you want. Matte clays look natural and textured; pomades give polish and shine.
- Control for thick hair. Strong pomades, pastes and fibre products tame dense, coarse or unruly hair.
- Volume for fine hair. Light clays, powders and forming creams add body without weighing hair down.
- Reworkable styles. Many pastes, waxes and oil-based pomades can be restyled with damp hands during the day.
- Easy wash-out. Water-based formulas rinse out with a normal shampoo.
- Value in bigger sizes. Twin packs and larger tins lower the cost per use for daily stylers.
Men's Styling Buying Guide
Start with the look. For a slick, polished style, choose a pomade. For a messy or textured crop, choose a matte clay or paste. For a natural, soft finish, use a cream or grooming spray.
Match the hold to your hair. Fine hair usually suits light to medium hold, such as Killer Groom Clay Lite or L3VEL3 Forming Cream. Thick or coarse hair needs strong hold, such as Layrite Cement, Layrite Superhold or Vines Vintage Fiber Pomade.
Choose water-based or oil-based. Water-based products wash out easily and suit most people. Oil-based pomades give the classic shine and restyle well but take a pre-wash or a stronger shampoo to remove.
Add volume first. If your hair falls flat, blow-dry with a sea salt spray or grooming spray, then finish with clay. A pinch of texture powder at the roots gives extra lift.
Use less than you think. Start with a fingertip or pea-sized amount, warm it between your palms, and work it through from the back to the front. Add more only if you need it.
Look after your scalp. Regular styling means regular washing. A good Men's Shampoo removes build-up, and a clarifying wash once a week helps with heavier pomades.
Why Shop Men's Styling at Zilion
- Official NZ stockist. Zilion is an official stockist of every brand here, so every tin and tube is genuine.
- Free shipping over $85. Orders under $85 ship for a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
- Afterpay and Zip. Spread the cost of a restock.
- Same-day dispatch. In-stock orders placed before 9am leave our warehouse the same business day.
- Twin packs. Stock up on your regular product with Men's Twin Packs.
- Help when you need it. Email care@zilion.co.nz with your hair type and the style you are after, and we will suggest a product.
Delivery Across New Zealand
We deliver men's styling products to Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown, and to rural addresses in every region. Metro orders usually arrive in 1 to 4 business days and rural orders in 3 to 7. Aerosol sprays travel as dangerous goods, which can add a little time.
Men's Hair Styling FAQs
What is the difference between pomade, clay, paste and wax?
Pomades usually give shine and slick control, clays give a matte finish with strong hold, pastes give flexible texture with a natural finish, and waxes give pliable hold for defined, piecey styles.
Should I choose water-based or oil-based pomade?
Water-based pomades rinse out easily with shampoo. Oil-based pomades give classic shine and can be restyled through the day, but take more effort to wash out.
Which products give a matte finish?
Clays, matte pastes and powders. Baxter of California Clay Pomade, Layrite Cement, Dapper Dan Ultra Matte Clay and Vines Vintage Matt Pomade are good examples.
Which products give high shine?
Traditional and oil-based pomades such as Murrays Original, Suavecito Oil-Based Pomade and Layrite Superhold give a shiny finish.
What is the best product for a textured crop?
A matte clay or paste with medium to strong hold, such as Baxter of California Clay Pomade or Killer Groom Clay Lite, gives texture and separation.
What is the best product for a pompadour or quiff?
A strong water-based pomade such as Layrite Superhold, used after blow-drying with a grooming spray, gives height and polish.
What is the best product for a slick back?
A high-shine pomade, either oil-based such as Suavecito Oil-Based or water-based such as Layrite Original, keeps hair sleek and in place.
What is the best styling product for fine hair?
Light clays, forming creams and texture powders add body without weight. Try Killer Groom Clay Lite, L3VEL3 Forming Cream or Redken Brews Clay Pomade.
What is the best styling product for thick hair?
Strong pomades, pastes and fibre products control dense hair. Layrite Cement, Layrite Superhold and Vines Vintage Fiber Pomade are popular.
What is the best product for curly hair?
A styling cream such as Slick Gorilla Curl Cream or Arata Medium Hold Styling Cream defines curls without crunch.
What does Baxter of California Clay Pomade do?
It is a strong-hold, matte-finish clay that adds texture and definition. It is our best-selling men's styling product.
What is Layrite Original Pomade?
It is a water-based pomade with medium hold and natural shine for everyday styling, and one of our best sellers.
What is Layrite Cement?
Layrite Cement is a styling clay with extreme hold and a clean matte finish.
What is Layrite Grooming Spray?
It is a lightweight spray that adds volume, texture and hold with a natural look. Many people use it as a pre-styler before blow-drying.
What is Vines Vintage Matt Pomade?
It is a matt pomade with strong hold and a natural, non-shiny finish, and one of the best-value products in this collection.
What is Vines Vintage Fiber Pomade?
It is a strong yet flexible fibre pomade for texture, definition and long-lasting hold.
What is a hair tonic?
A hair tonic is a light liquid used for grooming and light control, often with a classic barbershop scent. Vines Vintage American Bay Rum and Suavecito Hair Tonic are examples.
What is Murrays Hair Glo?
Murrays Hair Glo is a classic hair dressing that adds shine, moisture and light styling control.
What does texture powder do?
Texture or volume powder, such as Killer Groom Volume Powder, is dusted at the roots for instant lift and a matte, textured finish.
What does sea salt spray do?
Sea salt spray adds grip and beachy texture. Spray it on damp hair and blow-dry or scrunch, or use it before a clay.
Is gel still a good option?
Yes. Modern gels such as L3VEL3 Cream Hair Gel give hold and shine without flaking, and wash out easily.
What is a styling cream?
A styling cream gives light, natural hold and soft texture without stiffness, ideal for relaxed styles and curls.
How much product should I use?
Start with a fingertip or pea-sized amount, warm it between your palms and work it through evenly. Add more if needed.
Should I apply styling product to wet or dry hair?
Pomades, gels and creams can go on damp or dry hair. Clays, pastes and waxes usually work best on dry or nearly dry hair.
How do I get more volume?
Blow-dry with a sea salt or grooming spray, add a pinch of texture powder at the roots, then finish with a matte clay.
How do I wash out oil-based pomade?
Apply shampoo to dry hair first, massage it in, then add water and rinse. Repeat if needed, or use a clarifying shampoo.
Can I mix styling products?
Yes. Many barbers pair a pre-styler such as sea salt spray with a clay, or add a little powder under pomade for extra lift.
Will styling products cause build-up?
Daily use can leave residue, especially with heavier pomades. Wash regularly and clarify once a week to keep your scalp clean.
Can I restyle during the day?
Many pastes, waxes and oil-based pomades can be reworked with damp hands. Strong clays and gels are less reworkable once set.
Can I use these products on my beard?
Use products made for beards, such as beard balms and oils. See our Beard Care collection.
Do women use these products?
Yes. Suavecito makes a Pomade for Women, and many clays, creams and sprays suit short women's cuts too.
Which brands are best for barbers?
Layrite, Suavecito, Murrays, Vines Vintage, Killer Groom and L3VEL3 are all well known in barbershops. Several come in larger sizes or twin packs.
Are there larger sizes or twin packs?
Yes. Layrite Superhold comes in a 297g tin, and many products are sold as twin packs for regular users.
What hold should I choose for short hair?
Short crops usually need medium to strong hold. A matte clay or paste works well for texture.
What hold should I choose for longer hair?
Longer styles often suit lighter products, such as creams, grooming sprays or a light paste, so hair still moves.
Which products smell like a classic barbershop?
Tonics such as Vines Vintage American Bay Rum and Dapper Dan Grooming Tonic have a traditional barbershop scent.
Is Zilion an official stockist of these men's styling brands?
Yes. Zilion is an official NZ stockist of every brand in this collection, including Layrite, Suavecito, Murrays, Baxter of California and L3VEL3.
Are your styling products genuine?
Yes. As an official stockist we only sell genuine products.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is free on NZ orders over $85. Orders under $85 cost a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
How long does delivery take?
In-stock orders placed before 9am are dispatched the same business day. Metro deliveries take 1 to 4 business days and rural deliveries 3 to 7.
Why might a spray take longer to arrive?
Aerosol sprays travel as dangerous goods, which can add a little transit time.
Can I pay with Afterpay or Zip?
Yes. Afterpay and Zip are both available at checkout.
Can I return a styling product I have opened?
No. For hygiene reasons, opened or used products cannot be returned unless they are faulty.
What is your returns policy for unopened products?
Unopened, unused items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days for a change of mind. Return postage and a restocking fee of $10 or 10% (whichever is less) apply.
What if my order arrives damaged?
Email care@zilion.co.nz within 5 days of delivery with your order number and photos. We will arrange a replacement or refund.
Do you deliver to PO Boxes or overseas?
No. Our couriers do not deliver cosmetics to PO Boxes, and we ship within New Zealand only.
Can I track my order?
Yes. Once your order is dispatched you will receive an email with a tracking link.
Do you sell men's grooming gift sets?
Yes. See Men's Grooming Gift Sets for styling and grooming kits that make easy gifts.
What should I use with my styling product?
A good men's shampoo, a light conditioner and, for regular pomade users, a weekly clarifying wash keep hair and scalp in good shape.
Who can I ask for styling advice?
Email care@zilion.co.nz with your hair type, length and the style you want, and our team will recommend a product.
Complete your routine with Men's Shampoo and Beard Care, explore the wider Men's Grooming range, or find a gift in Men's Grooming Gift Sets.