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Burnt Sugar Pomade

Oyin Burnt Sugar Pomade

4 oz | Styler, Finisher, Sealer | Pomade
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Product Rating: 4 Curls( 54 reviews )

Does your hair love oils? Our "Burnt Sugar" Pomade is a nourishing all-vegetable pomade and styling product na... read full description »

Approximate price: $12.00
Availablity: Drugstore, CurlMart

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Does your hair love oils? Our "Burnt Sugar" Pomade is a nourishing all-vegetable pomade and styling product named for the uniquely translucent, shimmery quality of warm, homemade caramel. This blend of oils, butters, and veggie waxes acts as a humectant and protectant for hair, increasing shine to a high glossy sheen and locking in moisture. It's packed with essential fatty acids to nourish scalp, and actually sinks into your hair and skin for a long lasting, non-greasy feeling. It's great for braids, imparts shine and moisture to loose hair, brushes nicely into the hairline for a glossy finish, and adds luster to locks! Contains virgin coconut cream, mango oil, and hempseed oil in a base of nourishing castor oil. Lightly fragranced with a subtly sweet fragrance that is appropriate for both men and women.

Product Attributes: moisture, shine
Bcastor oil, hydrogenated soybean oil, organic virgin coconut oil, mango seed oil, olive oil, unrefined hempseed oil, cocoa butter, broccoli seed oil, fragrance and love

Ingredient Attributes: silicone free, sulfate free, paraben free, organic, protein free, glycerin free
  • curlykid13
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Feb 05, 2012
I AM IN LOVE! I use this to lock in moisture when I do my bantu knots on 3rd day hair.
  • Greatcurls
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 3
Feb 02, 2012
This product works well at night for me otherwise it doesn't penetrate my hair.. Even though I added moisture to it (water or another moisturizer), my hair seemed to be slightly dry, so eventually a heavier moisturizer had to be added. I do love the scent though.
  • Kortney_Nichole
    • via CurlMart
Curl Rating: 5
Jan 19, 2012
I'm type 3c-4a. All i have to say is this product is wonderful for twist-outs, and i get a lot of compliments on the smell. I really thought it smelled bad but everyone i walk by sniffs my hair. :) i currently have a twist out now with this stuff and everyone has commented on how my curls basically look better and defined. I'm very happy with this product and will be purchasing more in the near future!
  • Angela0804
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Jan 08, 2012
This is a very nice light pomade that works well to seal moisture into the ends of my hair. I also use it to brush my hair back into a ponytail. It has a strong scent to it that is really nice (cocoa butter).
  • chantistars
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Dec 14, 2011
Love this pomade! A little goes a long way so the price is great because it will last for ages. A really effective way of sealing in moisture, would highly recommend.
  • msbrown76
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 4
Nov 08, 2011
I wasn't sure what to expect with this, so I tried it different ways and I really do like it. It works well to slick my edges down/back, without making my hair stiff or hard. My hubby likes the smell, so if I don't get kicked out of bed, it works for me! It also works well to keep my ends moisturized for twists/twistouts.
  • mmocha510
    • via CurlMart
Curl Rating: 4
Nov 06, 2011
Call me the odd man out, but I do not like the smell of this. I love everything about this, but the smell is just too much. Someone else described the smell as "sugar cookies in the jar, but maple syrup in the hair." I think that is a pretty accurate description. WAY too sweet (made me a bit queasy and made my boo sneeze).
  • JaMontgomery
    • via CurlMart
Curl Rating: 5
Nov 02, 2011
This is the best stuff I have ever used on my hair. It smells like baked cookies and makes me want to eat my own hair. It left my hair feeling soft,defined, and shiny. When using the product, a little goes a long way which I love. I definitely recommend this product
  • chantistars
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 4
Oct 28, 2011
I find this to be a good sealer for my ends. I absolutely love the smell (maple syrup, very sweet!) although I could see how some could find it to be too much. Locks in moisture well and keeps my hair shiny! Definitely a keeper!
  • Lilmama79
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 5
Oct 27, 2011
I like this product . I does well for my twist and twist outs.
  • SiStarr
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 5
Oct 20, 2011
I really like this product to seal in the moisture after using my leave in/styling products. The smell is heavenly, like a more palatable Bath&Bodyworks warm vanilla sugar spray (minus the strong alcohol sent). The consistency is wax-like but once you rub it between your palms it warms up beautifully into a thick oil for sealing. I also like to use it to moisturize my hair when I come home for work or when I prepare for bed. On a typical day when I don't cowash I use Juices and Berries to bring my curls back to life and then I seal with Oyin's BSP. A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY and like most oils it works fabulously on both wet and dry hair. It can also be used as an aid to take down twists, braids and bantu-knot outs. I love Oyin and can't try the rest of their products!
  • Guzophela
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 4
Oct 02, 2011
Like most Oyin products, a little goes a long way! I'm still working through my tiny sampler! This pomade smells AMAZING but is oily, so for people like me who break out from that, try to keep it a little bit away from your hairline! I've found that since I wear my hair out and it's too short to pull into a ponytail, I rarely have to use this but when I do, it works great. It seems a little heavy until you either melt it in the microwave or use your body heat, but after you apply it to your hair, you won't be disappointed! If you aren't sure about this product, MAKE SURE TO GET A SAMPLER! It's cheap, ships fast, and will last longer than you'd think!
  • sharsopretty
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 4
Sep 17, 2011
I really like this product however I should've remembered that a little goes a long way b/c I used too much and it made my hair oily but the next time I used a little and it added great shine.
  • browniesgirl
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 5
Sep 07, 2011
WARNING!!! This product causes increases in self esteem!!! This is a wonderful product. The smell is awesome and as some of the previous curlies stated... a little goes a long way!! My hair looks so healthy and shine now instead of dry and dull.
  • MrsBoye
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Aug 21, 2011
This stuff is amazing! I used this after my twist had dried and went I got in the car and check my mirror I was so impressed on how my hair shined and how soft it was. This product will definitely be one oft staple product!!!!!!!
  • shawanapennie
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 5
Aug 16, 2011
I absolutely love this stuff and it smells really good. Great for your edges or re-twisting.
  • omotara
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 4
Jul 30, 2011
This is pretty good. LOVE the smell, and a little goes a long way ....
  • omotara
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 4
Jul 30, 2011
This is pretty good. LOVE the smell, and a little goes a long way ....
  • harlowe2010
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 5
Jul 28, 2011
I'm a new curly and most definately a PJ. I've tried many pomades and this by far is the best. It really makes my hair shine and look healthy. I'm also a junk food junkie so I love the smell. It reminds me of cookies!!!!!
  • Renny30
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Jul 24, 2011
My hair has died and gone to heaven. I had this for months before trying because I have fine hair and thought it would be too heavy. I also don't like the little grains. I wish they would take that out. Anyway, I finally decided what the heck, let me twist with it. OMG, best twist out of my life. Lasting moisture, shine. Lord Jesus. It's the truth and it's a staple.
  • AimWard
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 3
Jun 29, 2011
So this is a pretty good pomade. It leaves behind a silky, rather than greasy feel and my hair drinks it right up. Why the 3 curls? The smell. When I open the jar and stick my nose in it, it smells of yummy, slightly over cooked sugar cookies. When I rub between my palms and rub in my hair, it smells of yucky, over powering maple syrup. IcK!!! It's a shame really, the pomade works great, but I can't bear the smell...
  • darlingdiva
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 4
Jun 14, 2011
This stuff is excellent! It gives the hair a great sheen. It smells like maple syrup, which I love. It has to be melted down so that it spreads more easily, though.
  • lapluie
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Apr 12, 2011
Love everything about it! Scent too. Besides Aquilina Pink Sugar, Dior Addict, and Hanae Mori Butterfly perfumes this is the only other scent I was ever complimented on by total strangers. And it gives shine and tames my hair. I want to hoard it so I never run out, but it says it needs to be used up within a year or 2, so will stick to small amounts. Got a 1 oz sample months ago and still barely made a dent in it. Need very little to get results. HG!
  • SassiKinksnCurls84
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 4
Apr 06, 2011
I purchased the sample from Oyin and it hasn't failed me yet. it keeps my 3c/4a hair soft and plyable all day. I love the sugary smell and I enjoy that non-greasy feel. A little of this is all i need to get the job done right. I'll def be getting a bigger size in my next order.
  • nikki06naf
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Mar 17, 2011
I can honestly not think of a time when i dont use this product. it was amazing on my scalp, as a sealer, on my edges, to add shine, to give a bit more hold, softness...literally everything. Now at first i was not the biggest fan of the smell it was a little like artifical maple sugar cookie ish. if you like those types of candles then you'll love this. but i did not hate the smell, it grew on me and doesnt linger that long. It gets the job done i think everybody can agree on that to some extent
  • lovepeacecurls
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Mar 15, 2011
Hands down, the best product I've ever used to seal moisture into my thick hair. As a couple other users have said, a little definitely goes a long way. The first time I tried BSP, I used too much on a couple of my twists (I use it to seal the ends) and when I took the twists down, I had that white-clumpy residue. I'm not sure if it was the BSP or the combination of products, but I haven't had any residue since I figured out exactly how much is good for each twist. I use this product combined with Kinky Curly Knot Today & Curling Custard, and my curly-fro has never been more fabulous (looking & smelling)
  • ThaPoetress
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 4
Mar 12, 2011
I ordered my sample side of BSP directly from Oyin . Love the sent. It's not a sweet as I thought that it would be..which made me happy...but sweet enough that it's smells like good baked cookies in the oven. My hair is a mix of 3C/4A and very shine resistant. I didn't receive a lot of shine wit this product...but moisturizing it is. And a little goes a long way...even in my super thick hair.
  • violnjazzr
    • via CurlMart
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Mar 12, 2011
I used this product to moisturize and nourish my scalp. Not sure how best to describe, but my scalp feels like it is drinking in moisture every time I use it. I kind of like the smell, don't love it, but would definitely recommend and will continue using. Love it!
  • indygodawg
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Feb 22, 2011
I use this pomade in addition to a moisturizer to do my two strand twists. This product had good hold for my twists, and my twist outs are shiny and defined with this product. I love the warm vanilla sugar smell!
  • LaToya
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Jan 13, 2011
This product is awesome, especially when combined with the Hair Dew which I hope comes to CurlMart soon. BSP has a nice, warm Hazlenut scent. It's great for braids and twists and makes them so soft with a nice shine.
  • TarrynBee
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Nov 18, 2010
I absolutely LOVED Burnt Sugar Pomade! I used it religiously to seal in moisture in my hair after showers or after washing and conditioning. It leaves my hair extremely soft and moisturized. My hair can get pretty dry, but Burnt Sugar Pomade sealed in moisture and left my hair so soft. And most of all, I love the smell. Mmmm! :)
  • angelcakes
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 4
Oct 31, 2010
First off I love the smell of burnt sugar pomade! The shine is great! However, I doesn't smooth my edges well or define. In order for this to work well I use the whipped pudding or shine and define with the pomade and my braidouts are fabulous!
  • lawofcurls12
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 2
Oct 19, 2010
It feels gritty, and actually smells way too sweet. Now, we all know that I LOVE sweets- hence I can't stay a size 6 but for so long before I gotta pull my 8 & 10 jeans out the closet, but this stuff takes the cake (hehe). It smells like pancakes drowned in maple syrup. And the results are nothing spectacular. I love how the marketing on their websites will tell you that beautiful shiny moisturized hair will appear after taking down twist. Well, not the case for me. My twist had mediocre definition & absolutely no shine. I was actually disappointed at how dry my hair looked!
  • yrh11
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Oct 16, 2010
I love the smell! This works great with the Shine and Define. My hair was soft.
  • NaturallyChic
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 2
Sep 03, 2010
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.
  • Cyan Eclipse
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 4
Aug 13, 2010
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!
  • atx_eve
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 5
Aug 02, 2010
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
  • EllyEllyOxenFree
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 4
Mar 25, 2010
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.
  • Harlii
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 3
Feb 16, 2010
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.
  • adst2nv
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 5
Jan 26, 2010
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!!
  • slb2221
Curl Rating: 5
Nov 07, 2009
Love the smell, like pancakes and syrup..perfect smell on that cold winter morning. Works well in my hair.
  • KLove
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Oct 20, 2009
(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.
  • MzCJA
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Oct 06, 2009
I love using this for my twists,braids and to seal my ends. It smells divine.
  • dommo
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Sep 02, 2009
I love this product. Its my 4a textures hair so soft and shiny and frizz free. And it smells amazing!!!
  • anonymous
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 5
Jul 08, 2009
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.
  • labeba1nika
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Jun 17, 2009
Love this stuff! I put it in my one year old's hair. Makes it manageable and soft.
  • YayaMarie
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 5
May 28, 2009
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!
  • Shea-girl-aloe
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 4
Oct 12, 2008
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.
  • anonymous
Curl Rating: 4
Sep 01, 2008
made my hair super soft and shiny but i hated the way it smelled
  • anonymous
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 2
Jul 23, 2008
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.
  • anonymous
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 4
Jul 09, 2008
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.
  • anonymous
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 5
May 19, 2008
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.)
  • bebedee
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 5
Nov 28, 2007
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.
  • gretchen
  • Type 3a
    • Official Reviewer
Curl Rating: 2
Sep 26, 2007
I like what this does for my hair... defined and shined curls, but I can't stand the smell.
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Our Rating System explained…
Curl Rating: 5 5 Curls: Results were consistently dreamy. Worth repurchasing in large sizes.
Curl Rating: 4 4 Curls: Results were better than most. Would repurchase, just not in bulk.
Curl Rating: 3 3 Curls: Some redeeming qualiities but inconsistent or an incomplete solution. Repurchasing hesitancy.
Curl Rating: 2 2 Curls: Had at least one positive trait, but the negative outweighted the positive(s) without question.
Curl Rating: 1 1 Curl: If I were stuck on a desert island, and this product was the only one available, I'd make my own stuff on the island.

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