The Quick Comparison
| Feature | Natural Shine Cream | Natural Matte Cream |
|---|---|---|
| Finish | Medium, healthy shine | Natural matte, no gloss |
| Hold | Medium, flexible | Medium, flexible |
| Feel | Smooth, conditioned | Textured, grounded |
| Good for | Polished, sleek looks | Textured, lived-in looks |
| Price | $28.85 | $28.85 |
Choose Shine If…
- You want a polished, put-together look, such as a side part or a pulled-back style.
- Your hair tends to look dull or dry and you like a bit of light on it.
- You want help smoothing flyaways.
Natural Shine Cream gives a medium shine with medium hold, never stiff and never cast.
Choose Matte If…
- You prefer texture and a clean, natural look with no visible shine.
- Your hair is naturally glossy or oily and you want to tone that down.
- You like a textured crop, a messy style or a more undone finish.
Natural Matte Cream is clay-based for flexible medium hold with a natural matte finish.
Can't Decide?
Both share the same base of argan oil, aged oud and clay, so the scent and feel are consistent. The finish is the difference. If you are unsure, think about your usual hairstyle, then see our how to use guide to get the best from either one.
Related: how to get a natural matte look, and our grooming gift guide.
A general method: how to compare styling creams.
Still not sure?
Answer three quick questions and we will point you to Matte or Shine. Both are $28.85.
Find your finishFrequently Asked Questions
Both give a flexible medium hold. The clay gives control without a hard or stiff feel.
You can layer a small amount of each to find your own balance. Start light.
Both contain argan oil. Many people with dry hair prefer Shine for the extra smoothness, but it is a matter of look rather than formula.