Davines Pasta & Love Strong Hold Matte Clay 1.69 fl oz — Firm, Texture-First Styling for Short to Medium Hair

Davines Pasta & Love Strong Hold Mat Clay is a lightweight, non-greasy styling clay that delivers firm hold, dry texture, and matte definition for messy, structured looks.

This compact 1.69 fl oz styling clay is formulated to add body, thickness, and long-lasting structure to hair without shine or sticky residue. It’s designed for shaping short to medium lengths, building piecey separation, and reinforcing styles that require a matte finish. The texture-first formula sculpts hair while maintaining a natural feel so styles stay flexible rather than stiff.

How quickly will this clay give texture and hold?

The formula works instantly: a small amount rubbed between palms warms the product and spreads evenly into hair to create immediate grip and separation. Hold develops as the clay sets, keeping styles intact throughout daily activity without reapplying frequently.

• Instant texture and separation on application
• Firm, long-lasting hold resistant to light humidity
• Does not leave greasy or heavy buildup

What hair types and lengths benefit most from this product?

It’s ideal for short to medium haircuts and works well on fine to medium-thick hair that needs extra body and definition. Thick hair can use a slightly larger amount to sculpt and control unruly sections, while very fine hair should use sparingly to avoid weighing strands down.

• Short, textured cuts for piecey separation
• Medium-length styles needing structure and lift
• Fine hair for added body; thick hair for taming and shaping

How do you use it for different styling goals?

Use small amounts for subtle texture, or more product for pronounced, sculpted looks. Apply to dry or towel-dried hair depending on the finish you want: dry application yields matte separation, while damp hair gives a bit more malleability before it sets matte.

• Rake into dry hair for a rough, matte finish
• Work through damp hair for molded yet matte styles
• Use fingertips to define ends and create piecey layers

Will it leave residue or make hair feel crunchy?

The blend is formulated to avoid greasiness and unpleasant residue; it finishes matte without a wet sheen. Hair maintains a natural, touchable texture rather than a hard, helmet-like crunch.

• Non-greasy, dry matte finish
• Maintains a natural, flexible hold without stiffness
• Easily washes out with regular shampoo

Who is this for: This Davines Strong Hold Mat Clay is aimed at people who prefer a textured, matte hairstyle with firm control—especially those with short to medium cuts who want defined separation, added volume, and natural-feeling hold. It suits anyone seeking a styling product that sculpts and thickens hair without shine or sticky residue, from creative everyday looks to polished messy styles.

Ingredients

RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL / RICINUS COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL, KAOLIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CERA ALBA / BEESWAX / CIRE DABEILLE, LAURETH-4, ISOHEXADECANE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, BENTONITE, CERESIN, ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA / COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX / CIRE DE CARNAUBA, PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER, LIMONENE, CARAMEL, GERANIOL, CITRONELLOL, AQUA / WATER / EAU, LINALOOL, CITRAL.