Burnt Sugar Pomade by Oyin: Ratings and reviews on NaturallyCurly.com

Reviews for Oyin Burnt Sugar Pomade

CurlRating: 2
Sep 26, 2007
Gretchen - Hair Type: 3a
I like what this does for my hair... defined and shined curls, but I can't stand the smell.

CurlRating: 2
Sep 03, 2010
NaturallyChic - Hair Type: 3c
So here's the deal...this product did impart shine without the greasy feeling, which is really hard to find. It's also a great sealant. However, the smell is SO TERRIBLE! I couldn't wait to wash my hair just to get RID OF THE HORRID SMELL. Every time the wind would blow, I could smell it and it made me want to vomit! It smells like burnt sweet buttery popcorn. I'll most likely have to give it away to someone. If you're not sensitive to different smells like I am then you'll probably really like this pomade.

CurlRating: 4
Aug 13, 2010
Cyan Eclipse - Hair Type: 3c
I bought this for my daughter's extra dry 4a hair. While I'm not a fan of the smell, she loves that her hair smells like "cake", and the oil soaks in really well and keeps her hair hydrated over the course of the day. I didn't feel there was much hold, but I also don't want anything in my daughter's hair that leaves it stiff - and she's a kid, so she doesn't need much hold anyway. I recommend this product. I like the all-natural ingredients and that there's "love" in it!

CurlRating: 5
Aug 02, 2010
atx_eve - Hair Type: 4b
love it! it keeps my hair moisturized (and smelling good) for the ENTIRE week. All i do in the mornings is LIGHTLY spray my hair with water. The yummy oils etc are still there. Keeps the hair very shiny! i also use it to smooth back my edges. I ran out of my other pomade (just a smooth mix of butters and oil) and i'm very glad i bought this. and i live in Texas where it's hot and humid. I didn't mind the caramel smell in my hair. you don't need that much product anyway. SOLID PURCHASE

CurlRating: 4
Mar 25, 2010
ellepixie - Hair Type: 3c
I love this stuff, it really moisturizes my ends and it a great nighttime sealant. Only thing is it's really hard to emulsify in your hands and on wet hair it can be white.

CurlRating: 3
Feb 16, 2010
Harlii - Hair Type: 3b
I bought this after reading a review on a curly hair blog. I totally misunderstood what this was to be used for. I purchased it as a moisturizer and found it extremely heavy for my hair. It smells great, slicks unruly sides down nicely, but overall it's far too greasy for my hair type, fine medium texture 3b/3c hair.

CurlRating: 5
Jan 26, 2010
adst2nv - Hair Type: 4b
This is actually an update on this product. I actually left a review complaining about the smell of the product. I didn't want to get rid of it, so I decided to try it again. This time, I put it on my hair first, then followed with Oyin's Shine and Define Serum. Then proceeded to two strand twist a section of my hair. Not only was my hair super soft and defined, but the smell was not overpowering. My hair smelled like orange sherbet!! Wins my five stars!!

CurlRating: 5
Nov 07, 2009
slb2221 - Hair Type:
Love the smell, like pancakes and syrup..perfect smell on that cold winter morning. Works well in my hair.

CurlRating: 5
Oct 20, 2009
KLove - Hair Type: 3b
(3b-3cish) My favorite pomade thus far. It smells delicious. Sweet and foody so if you don't like sweet scents i wouldn't recommend. I use this basically to scrunch out my hair after my gel has dried. It eliminates the frizz factor and adds natural shine and a ton of moisture and protection from the dry Southern California air and sun. I also use this to seal my ends at night. This is bascally a..dare i say..HOLY GRAIL product =) I actually don't think i could leave my hair down and expect a good hairday without it.

CurlRating: 5
Oct 06, 2009
MzCJA - Hair Type: 4a
I love using this for my twists,braids and to seal my ends. It smells divine.

CurlRating: 5
Sep 02, 2009
dommo - Hair Type: 4a
I love this product. Its my 4a textures hair so soft and shiny and frizz free. And it smells amazing!!!

CurlRating: 5
Jul 08, 2009
Booker Ts Mama - Hair Type: 4b
Love, love, love it!!! This stuff does exactly what it says. I use it to oil my scalp, on my edges when I wear my hair in a puff, or I use it on my loose afro. Definitely a staple product for me.

CurlRating: 5
Jun 17, 2009
labeba1nika - Hair Type: 3b
Love this stuff! I put it in my one year old's hair. Makes it manageable and soft.

CurlRating: 5
May 28, 2009
YayaMarie - Hair Type: 4b
I love this pomade! Its like fresh from the cookie shop goodness for my coily hair! I use it for a little sheen and a little goes a long way ladies! :) I love it!

CurlRating: 4
Oct 12, 2008
Shea-girl-aloe - Hair Type: 4b
I lovd it! Loved it! Loved it! It left my hair super soft and shiny and a little goes a long way! I loved the smell! It was an absolute plus! And it will be a staple item for me... The only thing that I didn't like was that it needs to be melted in my hand first before I could put it on my hair so that I can achieve a smooth finish.

CurlRating: 4
Sep 01, 2008
Kynnib - Hair Type:
made my hair super soft and shiny but i hated the way it smelled

CurlRating: 2
Jul 23, 2008
MSeabrooks - Hair Type: 3c
This product does what it says, but I wish they would come up with a more botanical smelling version. I couldn't get past the smell. Too sweet and sugary for me.

CurlRating: 4
Jul 09, 2008
curlylancastergirl - Hair Type: 3b
The Burnt Sugar Pomade sunk right into my hair, leaving it feeling moist and not at all greasy, just as the label promised. It game my hair a moist feeling as well as defining my curl. Unfortunately for me, even though the scent is light and yummy, I was unable to tolerate it. That's the only reason I'm only giving this product 3 curls.

CurlRating: 5
May 19, 2008
mom22curlies - Hair Type: 3c
Fabulous! The only pomade I've found that both softens and adds shine to my 3c/4a, very thick hair! I smooth a little bit onto my hair after it's dried and set, and any crunch that may have been there is gone. The curls stay defined. It melts into hair so there's no "whiteness" on my dark brown hair and the softness lasts - unlike other oils i've used. It's a must in my house! (Oh and the smell is sometimes like sugar cookies, sometimes bubblegum-ish. It's a sweet smell; not strong. I don't have a problem with it.)

CurlRating: 5
Nov 28, 2007
bebedee - Hair Type: 4a
The smell is too yummy, and this mixed with a little Oyin Whipped Pudding makes for soft, moisturized, fabulous 2-strand twists and an even better twistout.