OSiS+ Mess Up - Matte Styling Paste for Medium Control & Flexible Styling

I have fine hair, short cut and I like the messy look. This product works well, not heavy, not greasy and easy to apply. And you don't need a lot to make it work. Only thing I didn't care for is the smell. It's not a cologne smell, kind of a weird odor, I don't find it appealing, but the product works really well for fine hair.

Great product

The most recent delivery I got is just horrible. The red color of the packaging is off, the lid doesn't have the fake "tab" molded into the plastic (like if this were a can of sardines), and this product smells HORRIBLE. I figured they changed the formula, OR this is a knock-off. I gave it a try and I had to wash my hair after a couple of hours because i just could not stomach the smell. The scent is so strong and smells like chemicals. So after using this mess up matte paste for over 15+ years, I'm switching to bedhead.

I’ve been using this for the last few years and while I love the product, it does have a tendency to lose its soft paste-like texture and turns into a harder consistency that’s a lot more difficult to mold and work with. Below is my new one, and my previous one from about 5 months ago. I keep it in my bathroom mirror, so, not sure if there’s a way to mitigate this issue.

This hair gum paste was used by a hair salon I used to frequent, and it's always been working good for them, so I decided to buying it for myself. I also discovered that there are several levels of hold strength, so I will start with this level 2 for now and see how it works. The paste is very moldable, and soft, so you can easily apply to your hair and style away. Judging by the softness of the paste, you wouldn't think that it will hold, but once you have thoroughly combed the paste through your hair, it will keep the style. Unlike gel or spray or glue, this won't make your hair a hard clump, so you can still re style it a bit after applying and it has dried.

I love this product. It smells amazing, it's lightweight, and adds texture and definition. I so have baby fine hair and this product doesn't weigh my hair down or make it look/feel greasy.

Osis is my go to paste for styling my hair. It is not sticky like other waxes and holds just as well. I've tried Gatsby, American Crew, Bed Head, etc. and always find myself coming back to Osis. As an Asian with thick hair, it can be difficult to style with other brands. Osis paste works the best. Here's my routine:For a slicker look (more control, but heavier)1. towel dry my hair so that it is damp - not wet.2. add about a dime sized amount of paste and work it into my hair.3. blow dry hair ALWAYS going in the direction you're trying to style.4. add another dime sized amount for extra hold.For a more matte look (less control, but airy)1. towel and blow dry hair until completely try2. add dime sized amount of paste and work into hair3. add small amounts when needed for stubborn parts of your hair

I think this hair product has mixed reviews because it all depends on the type of hair a person has. I have straight and thick hair, so when it is on the longer side, I feel that it works much better it maintaining the style than when I have a shorter cut/ style. It was pretty gooey and I am not sure what to make of the smell, its scent is industrial, that is the word that comes to mind, its scent is definitely different from products such as FIBER from American Crew which I like and is the most versatile for me. I probably would not buy this product again considering the scent and the limited use because it depends on the length and style my hair has to be in order to use this product effectively. Other products to consider depending on your help type would be MOP, American Crew Pomade, FIBER, forming cream or molding clay, and a good favorite of mine Paul Mitchell's Tea Tree Shaping Cream, it has a great scent. to hold your style in place I would recommend MOP's C system eco friendly hair spray, just a little bit of spray goes a long way and it smells great that the ladies will notice and it doesn't make your hair stiff.