The Forte Series By Alex Costa l Better Than Claymation l Review & Clay Comparison

[@MMTV]

Hello everyone! wow this took forever but I'm so glad its finally live! Make sure you watch the WHOLE video before asking questions and as always I really appreciate all of you that take the time to check out my video and my channel. Dont forget about the subscribe button! See you in the next one ;)

[@centenoj85]

Awesome review. Good price for this product. Love the packaging. Salute and much success

[@nikosph7]

Very informative and honest review Mike. I was going to say before you started ranking the clays that Cavalier and Ocean look better in your hair

[@mariog1490]

I think u used a little to much product, in Alex’s vids he says use a little product. Alex has even more hair than u so I’d check that out.

[@kashyapsandeep9986]

Which is the background music you used?

[@joeisblu]

another spicy hot take from the man himself

[@MMTV]

Haha hey Joe! Thanks for taking a min to watch.

[@rodrigoelgu]

@@MMTV cavalier or forte?? i own cavalier and its good but kida wanna try forte ???

[@MMTV]

Be like Joe and watch the vid! I address this exact question for you :)

[@asaptherm]

@@rodrigoelgu I replaced my cavalier for the forte. Only because it benefited me more

[@rodrigoelgu]

@@asaptherm how you like Forte and what you didn't like about cavalier?

[@Justin-eb4vy]

Comparisons aren’t useless. Most of us don’t have all the hair products out there so the only way to get a good idea of how products we want to buy will work with our hair is to know how it they are different or similar to products we already have.

[@MMTV]

Comparing a product to a product you already have is useless because 1- they aren’t the same product, and 2- when your comparing something to something else, especially something you already have, your not providing a full an accurate picture of what that product does as an individual product. Your only discussing what it does compared to something else. Take these clays- you already have cavalier and compare it to the forte clay and you would say it’s drier, but similar hold strength, then you buy it and realize the end result and lasting result is not the same. It gets especially useless when you see these guys in reddit who argue that anything is comparable and end up asking how goon grease compares to original. Comparing stuff is pointless if you want to know how it works for you, watch the review I always discuss hair types.

[@orlandovflores]

@@MMTV There are plenty of comparable attributes. You covered a lot of them. I think when it comes to a product, especially home brews, a clay or paste can mean a lot of different things. The line between each type or product is sometimes blurred. Particularly when it comes to consistency, texture, scent, and hold. A comparison of ingredients alone says a lot about how a product might perform. IMHO having that comparison in one video was helpful and you did a good job doing it. Nevermore, Monarch, 18.21 Paste are all different pastes that perform differently. I could watch three different videos on each one of them but not every review goes into the same detail.

[@zacharycho946]

holy this product has only been released for about a week... yet im so hyped to see this review!

[@Oceansize1998]

Hands down best hair product Ive used. Works great on thick wavy hair. Very little needed and the hold is insane. Id recommed using a prestyler then blow drying hair before using clay

[@MMTV]

Stuff is so sticky tho I didn’t see the need for a pre. But if that works for you that’s great! Everyone needs something that works great for them.

[@Oceansize1998]

@@MMTV I def used too much first application. Agree, what works for one might not work for another. I use a pre just basically for heat protection from the blow dryer and to help get my hair going direction I want. This product def for thick hair.

[@Jin6161]

@@Oceansize1998 Which pre styler do you use in combination with Forte for volume?

[@Oceansize1998]

@@Jin6161 I ALWAYS use argon oil after shower this is the ultimate protectant. Pat dry hair, then use minimal argon oil. After that most of products I found are of no help. Hair dryer is best friend for volume. Use a vented brush to straighten and lift for volume. I have wavy and thick hair but this works for me. The clay is mostly a finisher for me. It holds AMAZING with no shine. Love it.

[@shaunleonard3878]

Finally!!! The best hair products reviewer speaks. I can always count on you for honest, no BS reviews! Thank you!

[@MMTV]

thank you for your kind words. I dont consider myself the best at anything, im just a normal guy no different than you but I do really feel grateful to have your support.

[@bkopgamer]

Good I am glad you made this video mike. This is why I get so much pleasure into watching you go in depth in what the product is all about.

[@MensGroomingAdvice]

As a skincare and haircare enthusiast and (very new) content creator, I can’t believe I haven’t found your channel before. Such an amazingly in-depth, honest and useful review. Thank you for all the hard work you put into your content. Subscribed, Bell hit and thumbs up (obviously!)

[@MMTV]

Thanks so much! welcome!

[@antoniorangel4376]

As a new viewer to your channel, this being the first video I've watched, you are incredibly honest! Your take on the product is honest and you take the time to approach it from multiple angles. Continue producing content like this, please!

[@panthertrain1984]

I am loving the Forte clay so far! I use a Aussie brand freeze hairspray to lock in my hair and it literally looks the same 10 hours plus later, doesn’t budge at all. That would solve the deflating issue you speak of, a good “freeze” hair spray

[@squiffedallday]

panthertrain1984 which hairspray are you using? I find when I use hairspray it kills the volume I’ve created

[@djkidii]

is wax not even close to be clay

[@stylianosvogiatzis4822]

I really like how it works in my curly hair combined with cloud control . Thanks for the review and the additional information

[@CICADA1033]

Καλημερα φιλε μεσα σε αυτο το απεραντο community βρηκα επιτελους εναν ελληνα που ασχολειται , ενδιαφερεται και πειραματιζεται με τον κοσμο τον hair products και γενικοτερα με self -care

[@joebeck0]

Wow ocean clay seems super matte compared to others! i've been using claymation for over 5 years now, might have to give ocean a try.

[@MMTV]

If you use my code right now for this month, you not only save some money but you get entered in to win an Xbox! Super cool 👍

[@OldHunters]

try quicksand

[@harshalzade5609]

Alex Costa ROCKS!!

[@MMTV]

Good!

[@FilmTech101]

I know you hate the comparisons but I’m really glad you did it for this video, I agree this comparison felt more needed than most others

[@borucjane1682]

What are your top clays/clay pomades for thin/mid thin and tough hair? I'm looking for a strong hold and natural shine finish. I'm actually using Arcadian matte paste, it has a great hold but for me it's a bit too mat. I liked apothecary 87 clay pomade, but I prefer a water-based product. I'm considering the firsthand supply clay pomade, Kevin Murphy rough rider clay, ​Firsthand supply clay pomade, maroccanoil texture clay, Templeton Tonics Oasis clay. Thanks man!

[@wlim8424]

Modern Man, you should try video with different hair style with different product. If you can make a video on eastern and western hairstyle on same product could be great!

[@MMTV]

I keep the same style for consistency when reviewing. I do a different product on each review.

[@wlim8424]

Yes, thats why your review are great and accurate!

[@tylerillingworth452]

I would watch you over Alex and even blumaan all day!

[@azizs7198]

Tyler Illingworth , Me to

[@MMTV]

Obviously those guys are doing something right, otherwise I wouldn’t be sitting where I am sub count wise haha those guys make good videos for sure.

[@tylerillingworth452]

Yes they're good but they are promotional. Maybe not everything they make but you are 100% honest and true. Who can not respect that! Even when you talk about products you have a part in or make, you keep opinions aside and want people to see true honest perspectives that's truly all I and anyone should care about! Your the man Mike and I'm glad your here making these videos !

[@pereiraplaza222]

@@MMTV That's like saying One Direction or Nsync made good music. Or the Kardashians are famous for a very good reason.

[@asaptherm]

I agree the perfect clay needs a good scent

[@Dan_K_Meme]

Yes, I would like scent to this product as well

[@tylerillingworth452]

By the way your not a nobody cant stand to hear that your the reason I love hair products and styles!

[@Mmm.charmeleon]

Tyler Illingworth I second that!

[@dinominate69]

Very wholesome comment

[@dinominate69]

This was very informative as usual dude. I really liked thr comparisons and how you really took the time to show it to us. Great vid!

[@955dkr]

Superb comparison sir .. can u pls suggest a hair clay for thin less dense hair for grt hold & volume .. as per this video cavalier looks better .. pls suggest

[@jerichoryan7482]

My man comin in with the Forte review👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻.

[@Eraser-x3e]

Ik this is irrelevant to the video but are there gonna be any “killer combos” videos in the future?

[@Sahariyaar_ShaDoW]

Is THIS available now? Or stop production? Is ot best for my silky hair? I dont use hair blower or dryer.

[@lewontheone5163]

Can you review the bearded chap Australian matte clay ? I haven’t seen any reviews on it and you can get it from the pomade shop

[@DecisiveHard]

I wonder if using less, is more, in this particular scenario.

[@jacobbenson9411]

Loved the intro and the review. Killer video.

[@GQRS]

Great review mike...like always brotha you got the best reviews on KZbin...👍

[@shivamaggarwal1126]

Great job on the review part man . But do you think this stuff would work for someone with thinner hair type . I have been using pregame wax paste and I am satisfied with it . But I am in a mood to try a clay for particular . Should this come up on my list?

[@MMTV]

I don’t want to say NO it won’t but I have a feeling it’s a bit too heavyweight.

[@antoshka7300]

Try fuertes clay

[@VinceTheRevDrumsMusicChannel]

Do you think it'll work on fine hair ? What shampoo are you using ?

[@MMTV]

im not sure about fine hair. its a bit too heavy IMO but I dont want to say never because ive seen heavy stuff get used by some people in the past with fine hair. in regards to shampoo I dont use just one. Check out my shampoo search series, I have a bin full of like 20-30 shampoos and I just rotate between them.

[@tylerillingworth452]

Were did my favorite intro go?

[@MMTV]

Just shortened it for this vid since it was so long

[@tylerillingworth452]

@@MMTV makes sense but this is modern man tv dont ever sell it short which I'm sure you weren't doing but I think you deserve so much more recognition! Plus dauntless line is unmatched in my opinion! Cant wait to see what you'll do with your knowledge. If, and or when, you make a dauntless clay I know it will outclass all others. Not to mention the old clay catalog you know Clay's like no ones business!

[@pengu470]

Idk why i was so entranced by your glasses.... where did you get them? Side note: This is probably one of the best examples on how you do a review on a hair product. Very well done.

[@MMTV]

PenguinDropings thank you! This is how I do all of them so if you feel so inclined to stick around Id love to have you be apart of my subscriber family. If you already are thank you very much! As far as my glasses go- thank you first of all. Second they are from eye buy direct. I wore black glasses for years and for some reason idk if it’s my skin tone or face shape or what, but the clear ones just go better with me. Also they are very cheap haha! My son grabs them off my face and I drop them and they break so I don’t like to pay a ton for them.

[@steeltoothcombs]

If the clay isn't better than Oasis, why even bother.

[@MMTV]

Haha this is a very different product. Non comparable but even so there’s people who’ve commented on other videos that don’t like oasis. People like/dislike everything. That’s why I don’t stick to one clay like oasis.

[@harrisonrichards4357]

I like Alex costa but I just looks like another run of the middle clay. Thanks for the review and I’m definitely going to try the modern man releases instead

[@MMTV]

I just want to put it out there that I wasn’t like trying to get you or anyone to try my stuff over this clay, I was just presenting my thoughts on the clay and that’s it. I however appreciate your support.

[@prowarrior614]

I honestly loving your hairstyle in this video, it looks great! Shevoo made some really high end products but regarding this video i also saw the same structure of this forte series with other clays too and to be more precise you've compared them really great and I don't feel it'll do some magic to anybody's hair as much as it hyped. All in all you've made a fantastic video digging all the roots of this product.

[@danieloh5894]

thanks so much for this review. I love your channel and how in depth it goes with the product and even the comparisons are done so well. I can't understand how your channel isn't much bigger. You def deserve more views. I currently use Cavalier and I like it but was wondering if there was anything with stronger hold. However, I did watch another video of yours and am thinking that I might get better hold/control if I use other products before styling like oils? Is this correct?

[@MMTV]

Hey there! Styling oils won’t help with hold as they don’t provide it, they are more for health and nourishment and things like that. If your looking for extra hold you could start with a pre style spray or a pre styling product. Original by blumaan is a highly regarded one, there’s also texture tonic, sidekick, there’s quite a few things.

[@punnychineseguy8511]

first and i love your videos!!

[@piewpow5486]

where did you get that glasses? it looks good!

[@unix1334]

Hey i'm looking fort the best hold for thin hair without losing texture or anything. What are some of my options

[@shortcl1ps428]

Try Da Wax it is super high hold ik a year late lol

[@nguyenjames3016]

Pls, show us how to dry your hair

[@myronmendez6233]

Lauriel ๖ۣۜGCZღ just use shampoo and naturally dry or blow dry ur hair

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

It gives u great control when styling ur hair ... it does reduce a bit of the hair volume after several hours Still love my Odoud’s Matt Paste

[@MMTV]

Thanks for watching and for your perspective. So glad odouds is working for you! They are another brand I enjoy as well.

[@Badmintonbyshreyans]

How will it work with original and a prestyler

[@dwijpatel218]

Hey Mike what's ur view on Morraccan Texture Clay. Is it same as this products with med. hold and more shine?

[@MMTV]

No clue. I haven’t tried that clay.

[@dwijpatel218]

You are missing out on something bud. Try it out.

[@AdityaRaj-qp1ce]

@@MMTV please please do, it's one of the best. One of the best minimal scents too.

[@maddhatter1206]

Sometimes a nice simple heavy clay just works!

[@MMTV]

Sure does! I use one 3x a week at least. Thanks for your order again by the way!

[@maddhatter1206]

@@MMTV no no... Thank you! I'm super stoked to try out the pomade. Eventually I'll delve into the grease pomade world but I figured I'd dip my toes in with a good unorthodox first 😉

[@accountsequity5587]

I actually really did not like the Claymation. The consistency was horrible, feels like dried glue or something, idk. It’s hard to warm up in the hands, Sometimes I would end up with like few small chunks in my hair. It gave me no volume, it made my hair look bad. So glad I bought the small .25 oz version. 4/10

[@ShardzGaming]

Can you review Hairbello Mustang

[@flyingtree2483]

Great review!(as always) Might have to pass on this clay. Also you mentioned that you shampoo and condition your hair everyday, what are your thoughts on the controversial idea that we should shampoo our hair 2-3 times a week? Also what kind of shampoo and conditioner do you use daily? Please and thank you.

[@CuteGuy0]

What up Bro, enjoyed the review. Like to know if you can review hair products by Kochi. He’s a great barber/hairstylist. ✌🏻

[@nicholasmetz7243]

Hey test out a company known as bearriks and try their natural hair wax I love it I wanna see you react to them and give your honest opinion

[@Alex00789]

If I use a heat protecting spray before blow drying the hair, do I still need to use a pre style product?

[@MMTV]

Depends on what you want. Heat protectant does nothing for you style wise. I don’t think heat protectant does anything period because blowdrying won’t damage your hair, but beyond that it doesn’t have any hold.

[@Alex00789]

@@MMTV Thanks.

[@huhndaking777]

extremely good review

[@captainprice4311]

Better then cavalier clay?

[@MMTV]

Captain Price watch the video and you will find out! 👍

[@djkidii]

nope worst

[@zarante5640]

hey, Mike! How do you feel about using Phantasm for pre-styling? Would you recommend it/have tried it?

[@MMTV]

It wasn’t designed for that, for me it would probably have more shine than I usually like in a pre styler. My wax cream tho has been working for folks in that way however, it has less shine.

[@zarante5640]

Modern Man TV got it. Just got Nevermore and I have been loving it, will probably try Phantasm in the future as I love Edgar Allan Poe, for some clean cut slick backs. Bluuman posted a video on how shine could actually help in pre-styling for thick hair tho, so I was wondering

[@MMTV]

Absolutely, and I don’t want to say it WONT work, I just don’t prefer much shine when I pre style. And I also wanted to be honest about how it was designed too because I made it, and I didn’t make it with pre styling in mind. But people are ways to use things that I didn’t even consider so I don’t want to say you can’t or anything’s impossible.

[@joostkeizer2935]

Have you tried using this as a pre? Can one use waxy products such as these as a pre actually?

[@MMTV]

I did and it was a greasy mess. thick products like this and claymation, cavalier etc. dont do well in that capacity.

[@joostkeizer2935]

Modern Man TV Yea I kind of figured. Thanks man!

[@MMTV]

Joost Keizer absolutely! If you haven’t yet subscribed it would be awesome if you would consider doing that. No matter if you do or don’t tho I hope to chat again soon on another video. Thanks again!

[@joostkeizer2935]

Modern Man TV It was actually your channel that convinced me to finally make an account and subscribe to anything at all really! I admire and respect what you do a lot man, really such a quality channel. And I guess for many of us that watch your vids it’s almost more of a hobby rather than just “hair products” and that comes across a lot in your content which is what I love so much about it I guess. Anyway, keep up the great work, always a treat to see what you came up with next! 👊🏼

[@MMTV]

Joost Keizer thanks so much man! Much appreciated!

[@tuttifrutti8576]

Really good review! I got to know what I wanted :P

[@MMTV]

Thanks! Appreciate you watching 👍

[@mamohookah5944]

Any discount code for Forte?

[@MMTV]

They didn’t offer me one no. They weren’t pleased with my opinions on the product haha so I didn’t expect a code either. I’m not sure other than that, they may not offer codes at all.

[@mamohookah5944]

@@MMTV Mike I own ocean clay and claymation do you recommend this? I want to add another clay I was looking for Forte and rough rider by kiven Murphy and cavlair what is your recommendations?

[@mcraulv2024]

You’re the man Mike. Great work

[@sohamsarkar953]

Is it good for thin hair??

[@djkidii]

nope

[@Mrbergmann]

Isn't the forte clay the only one out of these that has argan oil? I find that argan oil infused products help with my seb. dermatitus, so i'm very exited for this one

[@MMTV]

Argan oil is fantastic!

[@orlandovflores]

Cavalier has Argan oil.

[@EschaIot]

Modern Man Tv only uploads Z tier videos

[@MMTV]

Isn’t Z Tier in DBZ the best? Haha thanks!

[@nihadambre2286]

Is it vegan??

[@tahmidshanto1626]

Yeahhhhh Just woke up

[@Inferno-tq5dc]

You did not follow instructions it says on the box inside only a little scoop

[@MMTV]

If I would have done that the results on camera would have been worse than what you saw. I figured it was better to use it in a way that worked. You costa people would have been really upset had I not done that.

[@djkidii]

buahahaha this guy try milion clay pomade xD fck you all fanboy gey costa

[@vanshminz9746]

@alex costa

[@MMTV]

this is like the twilight zone... alex costa tagging alex costa.. 😮🤯

[@StrappingYoungLadam]

I'm a bad person to give opinions on clays because I'm just not a fan of them, but even with that this clay seems like it's just fine. Nothing really inspired but if one really likes clays they can get some use out of it.

[@wlim8424]

Adam Daniels what hair product you use?

[@StrappingYoungLadam]

@@wlim8424 I mostly use unorthodox water based pomades. Crystal Lake has been my go to for a long time and lately I've been enjoying the Dauntless pomade.

[@thearmyrole8312]

Mike is the mannnn!!!!!

[@ilibraci]

They are supposed to be similar because they are all texture clays

[@davidh8478]

If you have thin hair,use something else. I wanted to see what the hype was about and that's what it was,hype. This is very difficult to use and its thicker than any clay needs to be. Its tacky going thru your hair. Clay is clay. If you want hold,go with a fiber or putty. I used this twice and wasn't thrilled. To each his own

[@cheyenne8735]

David Hopkins you talking about The Forte?

[@antoshka7300]

Forte looks greasy in your hair or maybe it's just the camera, other clays look great but not that one

[@MMTV]

I didnt see any greasiness at all from the Forte clay.

[@pratikbhuyan]

Why is your face so red?

[@MMTV]

I blush when your mom tells me im cute

[@pratikbhuyan]

@@MMTV haha, nice one!

[@Gunbardo]

Not stickier than morris motley’s.

[@MMTV]

Gunbardo ohhh yes it is haha

[@adriaan9944]

Doesnt hold very well. I bought it and been using it for a week. The hold is awful for me. I have medium length thick straight hair. Cavalier performs much better for me.

[@dwarkeshjangid]

Love your videos, don't compare products in the future 😂😂😂

[@MMTV]

I hate comparisons.

[@Nattymatty7]

No disrespect to Alex costa and blumaan, but I feel like their products are just money grabbers. I have joes discovery kit, and all the products don’t do anything “special. “ especially the cloud control. It doesn’t give my hair any volume or anything special. Same with original as a pre styler.. nothing special at all. I’d rather save my time on waiting for shipping and go to a local store to grab something! Your reviews are awesome tho. Keep it up

[@MMTV]

Special is in the eye of the beholder. There’s no hair product out there that’s magic in a jar, each one that’s ever been made or will be made will have some kind of criticism with it. That being said when it comes to quality of product, blumaan, by vilain, Shehvoo, various homebrewed products etc are fantastic because they do work very well and when you look at what was out there before them, like white label brands like Pete & Pedro, mister pomp etc. then you can see why they are so highly regarded.

[@Nattymatty7]

Modern Man TV I do use a lot of drug high end products like ouai, Moroccon oil and all that. I don’t feel like the blumaan products BLOW IT OUT of the water.. know what I mean?

[@MMTV]

For sure, which is why I also never claim any brand or product is THE best, my absolute favorite. I know somewhere there’s someone who won’t like it, just like somewhere there will be someone who will. I also know that next week someone could come out with something that is better than what we’re seeing this week.

[@junskrttttt]

Thecabelguy i feel blumaan products specifically caters to a separate group of hair types each and it delivers exactly what it says its supposed to . not really much more .

[@Nattymatty7]

Gaun X I have fine curly hair. And want products that make it straight. Any suggestions?

[@theshape7270]

U used far too much xP

[@MMTV]

I used exactly how much the instructions said to use actually, also if I used too much shouldn’t I’ve gotten a more intense effect?

[@theshape7270]

@@MMTV nah man using too much product weighs hair down bro i learned that the hard way with other products which werent that great. Im actually waiting to recieve my package so ill let u know how that goes xP but aye no disrespect just an opinion bro 👌🏼

[@MMTV]

@@theshape7270 all good bro I respect it. I think I used the amount recommended and I experimented with less and more than this too. Yes let me know how it goes for you when you get yours. Thanks 🙏

[@theshape7270]

@@MMTV my barber fucked up my haircut but the product did hold my hair up but it wasnt that strong like it would need to be reworked constantly.

[@MMTV]

@@theshape7270 ooh man sorry to hear that! Ive been there myself its so frustrating. I hope it grows back quick.