"I like barber styles, but I can't get my hair to look right." "What's the difference between pomade, grease, gel, and wax?" "There are so many types of styling products, I don't know which one to use." "I want to know about recommended products and how to use grease."
--For men like you, here are some styling methods using grease from two different brands.

This article features different models with varying hair types and styles, and a professional hairstylist explains how to use grease to address specific concerns. By reading the article, you'll learn tips for achieving a great finish that you can do yourself every day, and you'll be able to visualize the final result.

Grease gives hair shine and hold! We'll explain the difference between grease and wax.

Grease refers to water-based pomade. When people hear "pomade," they often imagine hairstyles styled with firm, oil-based pomade, like a pompadour. However, water-based pomade is a water-soluble type developed based on oil-based pomade that can be easily washed off with water.

It easily creates a glossy finish and soft, manageable style that's difficult to achieve with wax, and it's easy to restyle. Adding a small amount of water to your hands makes it spread more easily, allowing you to apply it evenly from the roots to the ends of your hair. Once the water evaporates, the style is set and it hardens firmly.

Because you can reshape your hair by running a comb through it, you can rest assured even when styling for long periods of time. You can enjoy the wet look and shine that are essential for modern hairstyles in your daily styling. Depending on how you use it, the range of styling possibilities expands, and it is loved by both men and women.

How to choose the best hair grease! Choose by style and scent.

■If you want a neat, tidy look with a side part or slicked-back style, choose a hard type.

For a neat and tidy hairstyle like a side part or slicked-back, it's recommended to choose a hard-hold style with strong hold. A glossy, wet-look hairstyle with a powerful impression is useful for conveying trustworthiness in business settings. It's also recommended for those with thick, coarse hair, as it keeps hair from spreading out and keeps it neatly styled.

■If you want a style with movement, choose the soft type.

For permed styles or soft, bouncy hairstyles with movement, a soft type that spreads easily and blends well is recommended. While it allows for movement, it doesn't have strong holding power, so if you want to maintain your hairstyle for a long time, use it in conjunction with hairspray.
This product is recommended for people with straight hair, curly hair, or fine hair.

■ Enjoy the distinctive scent

Compared to waxes, greases often have a more pronounced fragrance. You can enjoy a variety of scents, such as vanilla, coconut, and sandalwood.
Choosing a fragrance you love or one that suits your personality will make your daily styling more enjoyable. Considering how it complements your usual perfumes and clothing will further enhance the overall look.

Now, let's look at how to style your hair using two different brands of hair grease.

First, we'll address your hair styling concerns with COOLGREASE SUPERIORE , a premium line developed over many years by Sakamoto Koseido, the company that created "water-based pomade (grease)."

This article explains how to create hairstyles using COOLGREASE SUPERIORE , using four models with different hair types.

COOLGREASE SUPERIORE the premium line of "water-based pomade (grease)"

Today we're introducing COOLGREASE SUPERIORE , the premium line of Sakamoto Koseido's water-based pomade, Cool Grease. Because it's based on the ingredients of oil-based pomade, it maintains the same hold and tightness, making it perfect for those who want a trendy, wet-look hairstyle. You can choose from five different scents and textures to suit your hair type and desired style.

From here, hair stylist Kei Nagao, representative of "SPEAKEASY SALOON BEAUTYSMITH," a beauty salon located in Motoyoyogi-cho, Shibuya-ku, and a partner salon of Sakamoto Koseido, and also the product director of COOLGREASE SUPERIORE will guide you through hair styling.

We'll introduce hair arrangements using COOLGREASE SUPERIORE , based on the hairstyles of four models with different hair textures and lengths. *Information about the people featured in this article is current as of August 2019.

View COOLGREASE SUPERIORE products at the Mitsukoshi Isetan Cosmetics Online Store, ISETAN BEAUTY online.

Model 1. Has a lot of hair. Achieves a "light" finish by reducing volume and making the most of the perm!

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"I want a style that makes the most of my perm without being too heavy, but I'm worried about the volume on the sides. I usually use wax, but it doesn't hold well, which is a problem," says this staff member. She has a lot of thick hair and is particularly troubled with styling her bangs.

The key is to create defined strands of hair for a light and airy finish. Wet your hair with water to create a wet look, take an appropriate amount of COOLGREASE SUPERIORE "Standard" in your hands, spread it in your palms, and work it into your hair as you style. If needed, add more as required.


Stylist Nagao advises, "Cool Grease has a sticky consistency, so adding water makes it easier to apply. The key is to create a 'bundled look,' which makes the overall style appear lighter. After shampooing, rub Cool Grease into wet hair and let it air dry to create movement and lightness. I especially recommend 'Standard' for those with permed or curly hair."

2. Soft hair with a natural growth pattern. Style the hair by sweeping the down hair to the side for a neat look.

"My hair is fine and soft, and I'm troubled by the fact that the hair on the sides tends to fall straight down. With regular hair styling products, it's difficult to style the sides when I want to," says this staff member. She has soft hair and a natural hair growth pattern, and is troubled by the difficulty of styling it with hair styling products.

The hair styling order is as follows: Wet your hair with water to make it wet, then use a hairdryer to lightly lift your bangs and straighten out any frizz. Next, take an appropriate amount of COOLGREASE SUPERIORE "Vanilla" and apply it in the opposite direction of where you want your hair to flow, starting from the back, then the sides, top, and finally your bangs. Once you think you've applied it all over, smooth your hair down.


Nagao advises, "I'm aiming for a classic-looking side-parted back style, so I'll use a generous amount of product to create a solid look. 'Vanilla' has a nice texture, spreads easily, and is easy to work with, so I recommend using it to flatten the sides at the end. For side-parted back styles with stiff hair, I recommend 'Coconut'."

3. Straight, soft hair. We'll use a high fade (a high-positioned haircut) to create a sharp, defined look.

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■Items used: COOLGREASE SUPERIORE
"Coconut" (80g) 1,760 yen, (220g) 2,750 yen ▢Isetan Shinjuku Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 1F Cosmetics ▢Mitsukoshi Isetan Cosmetics Online Store ISETAN BEAUTY online

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"I have straight, soft hair, and I want to create a sharp, polished look by making the most of a high fade (a high undercut), but regular wax doesn't provide enough hold," says this staff member. We'll put into practice how to create a good impression while making the most of the undercut.

I want to create a left-parted, 70/30 style, so I start by applying COOLGREASE SUPERIORE "Coconut" to the back and sides. The trick to applying it is to gently stroke it over the entire head, making sure not to get it on the scalp. Then, I style the hair in the order of top and front, applying the product to any areas where the hair might stick out, and that's it.


Nagao advises, "We use 'Coconut,' which is excellent for keeping the graduated shaved area tight, to give it a firm finish. The hair flows forward, but the fact that we can bring the hair back is thanks to the setting power of 'Coconut.' It can firmly hold even stiff hair in place."

4. Thick hair. Styling the coarse hair with a low fade side-back creates a tough, edgy look!

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■Items used: COOLGREASE SUPERIORE
"Coconut" (80g) 1,760 yen, (220g) 2,750 yen ▢Isetan Shinjuku Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 1F Cosmetics ▢Mitsukoshi Isetan Cosmetics Online Store ISETAN BEAUTY online

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Ms. Nakano is a customer of "SPEAKEASY SALOON BEAUTYSMITH," a beauty salon owned by Ms. Nagao.
For a low fade (a low undercut) in a right-parted, 70/30 style with coarse hair, I used COOLGREASE SUPERIORE "Coconut".

With your hair half-dry, wet only your bangs, blow-dry them to create volume, apply the product to your entire hair, and then brush with a wide-toothed (few-toothed) skeleton brush.


We've created a soft look so far, but let's try raising the position of the hair by a few centimeters. Even with the same hair length and volume, simply changing the position of the top of the head can create a harder, more edgy look.

"The skeleton brush is great for combing your hair and using the back to control volume. The key to creating a hair flow is that a down shape gives a mature look, while an up shape gives a youthful and edgy impression," says Nagao. Furthermore, COOLGREASE SUPERIORE grease is even more appealing when you lightly blow-dry it after application, as it blends better into the hair, adds shine, and leaves a subtle fragrance.

Changing your hairstyle slightly depending on your outfit and mood can really enhance your overall look. We encourage you to try out hairstyles using COOLGREASE SUPERIORE water-based pomade.

Interview cooperation: Sakamoto Koseido Co., Ltd., Nire Apps Co., Ltd., SPEAKEASY SALOON BEAUTYSMITH