Styling Putty

Matte • Sculpt
$29.00

Bulk up, sculpt and control. Ideal for short, choppy styles, this pliable putty delivers firm hold and a matte finish with color and heat protection.

Aroma: Black Currant, Jasmine and Peach

• Enhances texture and controls
• Pliable putty formula for molded and sculpted looks
• Delivers firm hold and a matte finish
• Densifies leaving hair full and healthy looking
• Provides color and heat protection
• Perfect for daily use

Sulfate-free* | No Added Salt | 100% Vegan | Cruelty-Free | Gluten-Free | Phthalate-Free | Paraben-Free | PABA-Free | Mineral Oil-Free | Keratin-Free
*SLS, SLES-FREE
How To Use
Apply a small amount to dry hair. Style as desired.
Ingredients
• Advanced Color Last System™: Delivers color protection against fading from sun damage and environmental factors.
• Carnauba Wax & Ozokerite Wax: Provide a flexible consistency for versatility and ease of styling while helping maintain and shape creative styles.
• Sea Kelp: A rich source of vitamins and minerals, it infuses hydration increasing flexibility, helping to prevent breakage.
• Shea Butter: Helps to moisturize hair while protecting hair from everyday damage, breakage and split ends.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of hold and finish does Styling Putty give — matte, flexible, or firm?

The product lands in the sweet spot: a medium hold that stays flexible, paired with a natural matte finish. It gives you control and definition without that stiff, overshiny look. You can shape, separate, and add texture, and your hair still moves and feels touchable.

Instead of going crunchy or looking overly done, it leans into a piecey, lived-in style, but with enough staying power to keep things looking intentional. It works especially well for piecey finishes, textured crops, layered cuts, and short-to-medium styles where you want definition without rigidity.

Benefits include:

• Medium hold with flexibility, keeps shape without stiffness
• Matte and natural shine
• Separation and definition with light texture
• Touchable texture, easy to move through the day

Whether you're creating a textured pixie, defining layers, or just adding separation to shorter hair, it gives an easy, natural-looking result.

How do I apply Styling Putty — on wet or dry hair for best results?

You’ll usually get the best outcome on dry hair, or hair that’s just a little damp, depending on your desired style.

If you want the most texture and definition, start on dry hair. Apply a small amount, warm it up between your palms until it softens, then work it through and use your fingertips to pinch, separate, and shape.

On slightly damp hair, it tends to dry into a softer texture with more subtle control, still natural-looking, just less “piecey.”

For best results:

  1. Scoop a small amount into your hands.
  2. Rub palms together to soften it and spread it out evenly.
  3. Work it through mid-lengths to ends first, then go closer to the roots only if you need extra control.
  4. Finish with your fingers for separation and shape.

The formula is concentrated and buildable — start small, then add more only if you really need it.

Can Styling Putty be reworked and restyled throughout the day?

Absolutely. That’s one of the main reasons people like it. The hold stays workable, making it easier to re-shape your hair later without applying more product.

Unlike products that dry hard or become flaky, Styling Putty provides flexible hold, which you can easily adjust, without reapplying large amounts of product. Simply use your fingers to re-separate, smooth, or add definition again while keeping the texture. This makes it especially helpful for busy days when you need your hairstyle to stay versatile from morning to evening.

Whether you're refreshing second-day hair, adding more texture after wearing a hat, or simply changing your style throughout the day, Styling Putty provides flexible control without sacrificing a natural-looking finish.

Is Styling Putty suitable for fine or thin hair without causing buildup?

Yes, as long as you keep the amount small.

For finer hair, start with the smallest dab possible and focus on mid-lengths and ends. If you need more lift or control, add a touch more, but don’t jump straight to the roots.

Yes. Styling Putty can be used on fine or thin hair when applied in moderation. Its concentrated formula allows you to customize the amount of product you use, making it easy to create texture and definition without weighing hair down.

For finer hair types, begin with a very small amount and focus on the mid-lengths and ends before adding more if needed. This approach helps maintain natural movement while creating fuller-looking, more defined styles.

A general guide:

Hair Type | Recommended Use
Fine or Thin Hair | Use a small amount for light texture and definition without weighing hair down
Medium Hair | Build gradually to create separation and flexible hold
Thick Hair | Apply a slightly more for stronger control and texture

Its concentrated formula gives you flexibility to customize the amount of product, simply adding texture and definition without weighing hair down. Styling Putty fits perfectly into your everyday styling without any fuss, giving you adjustable control and a natural-looking matte finish that works well across lots of hair types.

Superior Color Protection. Guaranteed.®

We stand behind our product performance. Colorproof products are guaranteed to provide color protection or your money back. If, within 30 days of your purchase, you have been exclusively using one of our products and are not satisfied, we will provide a full refund.

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