Arcadian Clay Pomade vs. Flagship Dead Sea Clay | Brand Battle

Which is the best men's hair clay:
It's the battle of the clay brands! I'll be putting these men's hair products up against each other and reviewing several factors: ingredients; packaging; smell; consistency; ease of application; styling; finish; washability; and price.
What's your favourite hair clay? Have you used Arcadian Clay Pomade or Flagship clay? Got a Brand Battle suggestion? Leave a comment below!
#BrandBattle #MensHair #ManForHimself #Arcadian #Flagship #Clay #HairClay
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PRODUCTS:
- Arcadian Clay Pomade - bit.ly/2reHVTR | amzn.to/2shkck9
- Flagship Dead Sea Clay - bit.ly/2reDqIW | amzn.to/2revneV
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I'M WEARING:
- Stripey t-shirt (Arcadian) - rstyle.me/n/cjc...
- Navy turtle neck t-shirt (Flagship) - rstyle.me/n/cnf...
- Denim shirt [similar styles] - rstyle.me/n/cn3...
MY HAIRCUT:
- My hair was cut 6 days before this video was filmed. It was a 0 clipper back and sides.
- The top comes down to the top of my nose.
- It's longer in the front than the back.
- See my haircut video here: • Men's Haircut and 3 Ha...
IN MY HAIR:
- Aveda Thickening Tonic - rstyle.me/~8EvEo
- Flagship Dead Sea Clay - bit.ly/2reDqIW | amzn.to/2revneV
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I'm Robin James. My KZbin channel is a destination for men's style, lifestyle and grooming.
I make videos showing how to achieve different hairstyles and haircuts; exploring grooming products; and showcasing men's seasonal and trend led style and fashion.
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[@ManForHimself]

Thanks for your product suggestions! Good shout from you guys... AGAIN!

[@gamevidios-qg1qu]

Robin James I just got back from barbers

[@kingjolt6569]

Robin James try blumann clay

[@smearguard6525]

Robin James try the new caviliar clay

[@CASSZ]

Robin James cavelier clay blumaan vs Claymation

[@alexyonehiro3999]

Cavalier Clay!!!

[@JOEZAAM]

claymation vs cavalier clay

[@Zackary_]

Ordered Arcadian the other day! Excited to try it out, and this video just made me even that much more excited. Great job as always

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks Zack. Hope you enjoy it.

[@Diamond-gk1ec]

Zack I love it begged my dad to order another one lol

[@joselopez89192]

i absolutely LOVE the brand battles. Please dont stop making them. awesome video👍

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks Jose!

[@estebanjacobs5794]

I don't even plan on using these products but im getting addicted to these videos

[@BradyisAwesome20]

I live 40 minutes away from knoxville and it's really cool that someone from here has made it in the hair business like this!

[@ManForHimself]

Ah, amazing! I need to visit.

[@BradyisAwesome20]

Robin James haha it's sorta boring up here TBH but if you were to do some type of collab here with Arcadian that would be dope!

[@shannenJM]

Brandbattle kevin murphy rough rider vs blumaan cavalier clay

[@LoligeAktion]

Soepmonster96 yess

[@buitatthanh4228]

Soepmonster96 rough is for summer cause of its dryness while cavalier belong to winter because of its damping, rough provided way better with volume and texture however the other possibly created layers on your hair.

[@WestbrickFansGotNoBrains]

I had both. Bluuman product some of it is really overrated. Dont really like cavalier clay tho. Think imma gonna get hated for this by bluuman fan.

[@АлишерОтаров-б5ш]

@@WestbrickFansGotNoBrains But what about rough rider?

[@simonrockstream]

Haha I like the look of both jars! Super nice video Robin! Looking forward to whatever you do next! Oh and I love the super chill attitude!

[@ManForHimself]

Cheers Simon.

[@J21-j9v]

Review cavalier clay by blumaan!

[@kadenlosee3603]

I just recently discovered you robin and I'm obsessed with the brand battles! Keep up the great work, man, your totally killing it👌🏻

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks Oakley!

[@istiakkamaltonmoy350]

it feels great to know that ur featuring and enjoying homebrewed stuffs.I am glad i was one of them who kept recommending them to u.Amazing video.

[@ManForHimself]

Thank you to you, Istiak.

[@ajaykandhari]

Whenever he talks about brand battle I wish he could launch both products as Beyblades and they would fight each other. The word battle contains too much nostalgia :P

[@grpelol]

The og beyblade was lit. The newer ones suck

[@samuelwhite9133]

Ajay kandhari you blade vro?

[@Woodythehobo]

we used to play beyblade on upturned bin lids at school lmao

[@ajaykandhari]

Beyblades (Baeblades) were the real thing unlike these fidget spinners.

[@ManForHimself]

This is so great!

[@peepleal1236]

Thank you, Robin!! 🙏 I love love love your hair in this video! Great summer relaxed hairstyle! Enjoy NYC!

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks Peep!

[@syedraza1588]

Hey Robin the Reason why arcadian considers them self firm hold is because its meant to be applied like a pomade, using 2-3 scoops. If you use it like that then you get a much firmer hold!

[@wPJyat]

syed raza thats why companies really need to be more specific in their directions. Most of the directions are just way too general.

[@PolyraclureDeVinyle]

Put too much of Arcadian and you end up with a greasy mess. It's just not a firm hold by any mean, especially in the pomade world. Medium, AT BEST.

[@gianlucakasai7249]

Tsar Marklovski it comes from a pomade market. It's common knowledge to use 2-3 scoops as opposed to salon products

[@wPJyat]

Not if you want volume, 2-3 scoops with fine hair is a terrible idea.

[@syedraza1588]

Quentin Alexandre that's impossible I'm pretty sure it has no oils, you just gotta make sure your hair is clean. I put in 2-3 scoops and my hair looks amazing

[@J21-j9v]

You should try compare some shampoos maybe!

[@micolash6145]

Jamie Davison That is a fantastic idea.

[@J21-j9v]

Micolash thanks

[@smearguard6525]

Jamie Davison I said that as soon as this vid came out

[@ManForHimself]

Definitely!

[@heinakenka]

Have you ever tried any hair tonics? It would be cool to see brand battle with hair tonics.

[@ManForHimself]

I have!

[@nirvana922]

I love Arcadian clay, best clay I've ever tried and I have tried all of the best on the market. I own dead sea clay and I find it to be a little bit to heavy for my hair - you can't get the same volume as in arcadian. If you have thin hair and you want full volume and textured looks, get arcadian.

[@LandonTheTRex]

Zlatan Ibra I have kinda thin/normal hair and rn I'm using p&p putty but I HATE it, it has virtually no hold, and it just doesn't work for me, do you think the Arcadian would be good for me? Thanks so much! :)

[@nirvana922]

Landon The T. Rex I 100% sure it's gonna work for you. It's very versatile - that means that if you need more of a firm hold then just use more product. It's so light that even if you use more product, it's not gonna weigh your hair down. And the best thing is that you get a lot of volume from your first scoop - and it's gonna last you all day.

[@nirvana922]

David Lin the thing is that a heavier clay (such as Dead Sea clay) on thin hair is just gonna weigh you hair down, even if you've blow dry beforehand. Having thicker hair is a blessing in my opinion since most products are for that type of hair and styling is a lot easier. Of course other factors come in to play, but in essence that's how it plays

[@LandonTheTRex]

Zlatan Ibra awesome! I'm thinking of getting it and blumaan smooth, too bad I don't have any money atm :/

[@FreshAsianSwagg]

Hey, have you tried out Apothecary 87? Ive been meaning to switch products as my own aren't holding up so well to what Im striving for. But it's apparently Robins best clay product, however, when I've seen it in videos it didnt look like it was being held up to its status. I also cant find ANY reviews on the product. But with Arcadia, every time Ive seen it be applied it looks great. Airy, textured, and put together with nearly no fly aways. Ive heard the scent is horrid though.

[@gavinronquillo7768]

Thanks Robin. I personally have the Arcadian Clay Pomade at home. When I use the Blumaan styling meraki as a pre styler and the Arcadian clay pomade as a post styler, it's a killer combo for me. I suggest that you do a product review on the new Blumaan CAVALIER CLAY. Would love to hear your opinion. Keep up the great work!

[@ManForHimself]

Good to hear that you've found something that works for you.

[@wayne2150]

Robin: Keep up the the great work! Always excellent. Please review Lockhart's White Christmas and Black Christmas pomades. Thank you. - Wayne K.

[@spencerboudreaux8665]

Courage Clay by Anchors Hair co. is another great clay! The scent is amazing and not overpowering. Performance is superb.

[@ManForHimself]

Will check it out.

[@bruh8381]

love the new background!

[@ManForHimself]

I'll get to NY more often then!

[@dylanbaker691]

A way you could make the scoring better would be to have more points awarded for each particular category. An example would be to have smell equal 1 point, and styling equal 3, or something along those lines.

[@tengwyekit]

Really love the Brand Battle series! Could you review/compare the Reuzel Matte Clay Pomade? I've been using it and I find it great :)

[@JohnnySinsUnderstudy]

Offhand Water Based Pomade vs. Fifth Sample by Blumaan. Gonna be a banger

[@SPEEDBOAT40PS]

Revlon Style Masters Clay! What do you think, guys?

[@TheZiZaZo]

I've been watching you youtube series for a while! Looking beyond you giving great help for hair, you have taught me how to analyze things. You seem like you really try to be unbiased and not always go with the mainstream belief. It's dope man, thank you.

[@Kim-el3ft]

Cavalier Clay vs Claymation please!!! 😊

[@BogdanOprea94]

Hey Robin. I have been waiting for you to do a brand battle with these 2 clays for a very long time and I am glad that you love these products. I myself have been using Flagship for a couple of months now and I think it is a really solid product, especially within the UK weather where you always have to fight the wind and rain(the struggle is real). Keep up the good work and I am looking forward for you next videos! ;)

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks Bogdan! And yes, great for this weather.

[@wereallmadhere7866]

Is Arcadian good for people like me with thick straight hair and you just want to give it a messy out of bed texture look? Hair is like 3 1/2 inches long, i think? Not quite sure it’s a decent length for styling.

[@josueaguilar4262]

Nice vid. Could you please do lockhart's medium vs. reuzel green. I think it would be cool to put those brands against each other again. 👌

[@ManForHimself]

Could be good!

[@Patrick-fv6yh]

Just got rid of my long ass hair and started styling it. Thinking of giving flagship a shot as my first clay when I’m done with the pomade I have now

[@MorfarDaBoi]

You will not have too answer this question if you'll not like to Robin James. But my question is "Have you've tried Cavalier Clay by BluMaan, or not?"

[@ManForHimself]

I've not tried it, sorry.

[@momu7430]

Can you please do a brand battle or a review on hair styling powders, i don't think you have many videos on powders. Great video thanks man

[@ManForHimself]

I don't, but this would work!

[@nishantahluwalia7958]

i have been your subscriber for a long time and whenever you come out with a video having new product in it i cry deep deep inside that living in a different country i can't buy 😢 never the less your videos bomb AF bro

[@ManForHimself]

Ah, I'm sorry! What do you use?

[@nishantahluwalia7958]

Robin James here clays are not available but some which are, really expensive and not worth the price point still thanks for your reply though 😊😉

[@DuyNguyen-nf3cz]

Hi Robin, the cavalier clay is out now and I'm very excited for a claymation vs cavalier clay brand battle

[@ManForHimself]

Could be good!

[@MorfarDaBoi]

Javian Cypress it is wrong to say that clay does not work for fine/thin hair. Clay's is bad for fine hair, if you use too much product because it is a heavy product and then it will lay your hair down and make it look flat. However Robin James does not use that much product, and then clay's is one of the best product's for fine hair. Clay's have a mat finish which makes your hair look fuller and that is the most importent thing you have to look at product for fine hair in my opinion. SO PLEASE ROBIN JAMES make more videos with hair clay's, the next one should be Kevin Murphy Rough Rider vs Cavalier Clay by BluMaan. PS YOUR HAIR LOOKS SO SO GOOD WITH HAIR CLAY INTO IT ;)

[@ManForHimself]

Clay works perfectly for me.

[@kevszkar01]

Finally 2 most product that i cant wait to try, thanks robin for this brand battle, finally i have decide which product i take first. And maybe in the future you can do firsthand supply vs lockhart waterbased? Or do odouds review.

[@ManForHimself]

Cheers Kevin. And good suggestions!

[@ricardomartinez6623]

I just got my arcadian clay pomade and as soon i opened the jar, is got a huge scent wave of ginger. Its very strong i wish they lowered the scent.

[@joegora5926]

I've Heard that the Arcadian clay is better when you apply more and provides more texture too

[@ManForHimself]

Used it in different ways over 2 weeks. I liked it though.

[@keegsluke5856]

Brand Battle: Byvilan Dynamite Clay vs Blumaan Caviler Clay

[@ianschulze1461]

Any chance to compare shaving creams? Would be much appreciated. Fantastic video as always.

[@imdibb5236]

Brand Battle with 2 gels?

[@tannergrinzel5123]

He doesn’t use them

[@bolosantosi19]

Nice video! I have to agree that Arcadian has a pretty light hold...

[@Thadnill]

For someone with a medium length hair (down to the jaw), that is very thick, dense, straight and coarse (think asian hair), and that wants something that can give a smooth slick look but with texture and definition, which one of these 2 would you recommend ?

[@rodgerq]

A bit late to the party but looking to see some reviews or a brand battle containing some of the Pacino's products.

[@nukarion15]

A review on Reuzel's new Matte Clay would be awesome !

[@hueynguyen5243]

Hi Robin .The Arcadian Clay Pomade is hard to wash out by water. My hair has fall a lot and it seems to stick on my hair after shower...Next vid, could you please do "how to wash out Pomade". Thank a lot

[@Dudeman1231234]

I realised these are called clay pomades, do they function in the same way as normal clay products?

[@bruh8381]

can you do review/brand battle of the vo5 matt clay because i am thinking of buying it!

[@ManForHimself]

Could be good. Probably not for a while though.

[@kevszkar01]

Hey robin i just one to share my experience using arcadian clay. I think arcadian clay perform medium to firm hold in my hair type (fyi i have fine/normal straight hair like you and using about 1-2 scoop) and last longer than i expected. Compare to clay that i've tried in the past such as dynmatie clay from by villain and claymation from hdf i can tell that this one provide long lasting hold and perform better than those 2 product i mention.

[@RaymondRodriguez-kz3lh]

Hey Robin, if you are really frustrated about the current point system, where the winner of the round gets the point and the loser does not, try changing the point system to be more suitable for your taste. A new point system I could recommend would be make each round out of ten points. The winner would still the product with more points but the amount of points the loser receives would be a bit more representative about how you feel about the product.

[@ManForHimself]

Ooh, yes! Perhaps that's something for series 3?

[@hafiszuzekry7011]

Hi. I really glad if you do a product review of prestige hair clay because i cant find any of the product review. Thanks. Thumbs up

[@Andre-tn6rw]

Great video robin! Thanks for this one

[@ManForHimself]

You're very welcome

[@bolosantosi19]

Hi Robin, not sure if you use UWB pomades... Maybe you could compare Grim Grease Heavy Hold and Flagship Blackship... 👍

[@unruxifi9447]

I’ve checked the link and I know this video is over a year old, but does anyone know where you can get Arcadian clay pomade because when I click the link the pomade isn’t there

[@Gaming08-q4j]

Rough rider vs cavalier clay or dynamite clay vs cavalier clay

[@elijahzehr6772]

I've got Arcadian in my hair now, great stuff! Have fun in New York!

[@ManForHimself]

Good to hear! LOVED it.

[@GabeWilliams]

I know Arcadian got more points but for me how it holds throughout the day is infinitely more important. Also pirate aesthetic is amazing.

[@andik6887]

Would you recomment the Arcadian Clay Pomade for thing hair?

[@Dan-se6vg]

it would be nice if you can define them what best for what types of hair.. ie, thick hair, thin hair, curl/wave/straight hair, short/long/ high or low volume hair etc

[@Orr_s]

Trying to decide against the Northern Lights clay and the Arcadian because the arcadian has a new formula for this year. Or i may just go shear revival clay and regular pomade...can you use Northern lights first then go in with a scoop of crystal lake after? Or that would defeat the purpose and just be wasting the northern lights clay...im new to natural clays and trying to decide which one to get and not wanting to waste any products or money

[@ianiskandar4165]

this review is one of the best in the world for hair products...

[@ac_hype2909]

Claymation by Hanz De Fuko vs Caviler Clay by Blumaan

[@rgproductions2510]

Great video Robin😁

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks!

[@joseph39457]

so is a clay pomade the mixture of both? how does it compare to each individually?

[@andrijaperic8509]

Robin your hair looks like it got thicker!

[@hershey50317]

Let me guess....Arcadian!

[@HellohuyLee]

Blumaan clay vs Carter supply Co fortify clay pls

[@MrDrDavey]

I'm not sure how comparative they are but if you had to, would you choose Mister Pompadour's Beeswax Paste or would you choose the Arcadian Clay? I just bought MP Paste today and I'm wondering if I made mistake in doing so.

[@ManForHimself]

I love Arcadian. I think you'll enjoy it, for sure.

[@darrenlukas]

Hi Robin, great video as always! I would like to ask how these products compared to salon product (i.e. Claymation and Cavalier clay) in terms of hold and volume? I have thick hair so I am looking for heavy clay. Cheers!

[@suffolkolddog]

Robin... first off love all your videos, best product reviews on the tube ! Now Question: Have you ever tried any of products from Brooklyn Grooming? 2nd Q?: have you thought about more fashion videos as well, but a bit different, daily outfit styles and hair to match?I'm hetero, married 25yrs 18yo daughter... nearly 50 still skateboard, longboard and surf and go to great lengths to keep myself in shape and looking and feeling young. Your videos inspire me.Keep up the great work they make my mornings....Nuff said.

[@williammartz3449]

Would also be interested to hear what you think about the Detroit Grooming clays

[@JaimeMartinez8]

Hanz de fuko vs this Arcadian

[@ianiskandar4165]

Arcadian clay vs Black label craft clay ?

[@ianiskandar4165]

Hi Robin.. Is arcadian clay make hair dryer? I mean after washing.. because it contains alcohol..

[@ianiskandar4165]

@Tanner Grinzel its a good product but odouds matte paste is better for my Asian hair.. hold better for me thankyou .. God bless 🙏🏼

[@vinceanthony8781]

Help! How do I build volume and keep my hair in place without a hair dryer. It's a problem if I live in a dormitory, those things are loud!

[@seanthompson367]

Robin do you have another channel for your lifestyle? I'd find it interesting to see what you do away from the cam.

[@ManForHimself]

I do it on Instagram stories. Have you seen?

[@sandervinke]

I have fine straight (blonde) hair and I want to start using clays, what do you recommend for starters? Should I use a mousse for prestyling? I kinda want to imitate your hair because I really like it! Awesome video, keep it up!

[@ManForHimself]

I'd use a Thickening Tonic first. Try Label M or Aveda. I have a Brand Battle here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npycZWaugqeGbqM

[@sandervinke]

Thank you! I'm gonna try Label M.

[@rubyannaulep1064]

Shear Revival Vs. Rustin pomade

[@williammartz3449]

Would be interested to see what you think of the johnny Slicks clay pomades

[@thefuturetellsourpast4570]

can you apply arcadian clay pomade to damp hair? for wet look?

[@stupidlyeverywhere6591]

why you dont make crew american fiber vedeo thanks

[@qurfy1]

Would either of these work well on long hair?

[@ginoevangelista1085]

Hi Robin - which do you like better overall - Arcadian or Daimon Barber Clay ? Thanks.

[@ginoevangelista1085]

Also - which is better for thinning hair?

[@ManForHimself]

Two very different products for different styles. I like the weight and hold of DB,

[@ginoevangelista1085]

which is better for thinner hair? I have the DB already. Should I buy Arcadian?

[@pomptential753]

flagship is waaaaaaay better and stronger. its the only one you need no prestyler no finish jus need it and it holds and gives volume and you can restyle with it. also I have the of scent and its nice I like it but if you didn't like it the scent does go away once in the hair.

[@ManForHimself]

I LOVE the scents of both of them. AND I love both the products.

[@turjonuha1429]

bro I need your help badly. which clay I should use or which is the best clay on market? and also help me to choose between blumaan original & pomade. another question is what is the difference between clay and pomade?? thanks in advance

[@antoniosierra5595]

Shear revival crystal lake vs another unorthodox pomade

[@adityahardikar671]

Hello Robin. Now I've gotten used to to stash. I kinda like it now! But is there any particular reason you are growing it , or just experimenting?

[@ManForHimself]

Just experimenting. I'm enjoying it.

[@tsalt]

hi do a budget putty review please. like the clay one!!!

[@ManForHimself]

Could be good for future.

[@andrewsmall5337]

Arcadian is the best clay I've ever used. Don Juan hybrido is pretty good too. Red house and Lockhart's are among the worst

[@hiouho]

I actually contemplated on these 2 back then and chose Arcadian cause it's cheaper... looks like I made he right choice LUL oh yeah Robin there's also a problem though with Arcadian clay pomade where you use much more than other products so that can be a factor in value but I must say... Arcadian is the 3rd high end hair product I've ever bought and I'm sticking to it for a long time

[@PrinceAzeemPlatinum]

what is your first and second high end product?

[@ManForHimself]

Good to hear that you're liking it.

[@shadowhawk72]

Blackship by flagship vs Lockharts matte clay!

[@smearguard6525]

Do a caviliar clay brand battle

[@alexyonehiro3999]

I like that he is doing some more home brewer products than these big labels like Hans de fuko

[@ManForHimself]

I do too!

[@omarhanafi3484]

Do you like your hairstyle just maintain the same for the whole day or you like your hair moveable and can be play with your hand? I just want to know.

[@ManForHimself]

It depends what style I'm going for and what I'm doing that day.

[@tommyngo1093]

do cavalier by blumaan

[@kazimallauddin7561]

Can you do an individual review on Arcadian clay

[@zzz-david2558]

Mister Pompadour Peppermint Pomade Vs. Hanz De Fuko Quicksand

[@kooperseewald9540]

zAssassin - David they're very different products, he try's to do similar products to make it fair and easier to compare

[@ManForHimself]

I could do them in separate ones.

[@narennarasimhan4579]

Cavalier vs Claymation vs Arcadian

[@shahzebnasir4692]

Could you do a brand battle between the Clinique Oil Control Mattifying Moisturiser and the Lab Series MAX LS Matte Renewal Lotion?

[@ManForHimself]

Love both those brands!