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The Ritual · July 2026

Clay, Cream, Pomade, or Paste? A Barber's Guide to Choosing Your Style

Clay, cream, pomade, or paste? A Beverly Hills barber's guide to what each does, the finish and hold to expect, and how to choose the right one for your hair.

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