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HOW I STYLE MY STRAIGHT ASIAN HAIR

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The creator explains how he styles straight, thin “Asian” hair—noting it can look awful when unstyled, but becomes easy to shape once texture and hold are added. He uses two main products and walks through three looks: casual → going-out → maximum slick/statement.

Method 1: Casual, nonchalant texture (sea salt spray + scrunch)

  • Product: Base Bodyworks Sea Salt Spray
  • When to apply: on slightly damp / towel-damp hair (it can also work on dry hair)
  • How to apply:
    • Use enough for your hair (amount is essentially “however much you need”).
    • Don’t spray only the top—make sure it reaches layers underneath.
  • Technique:
    • Shake hair so the spray distributes evenly.
    • Use the scrunch method to form natural-looking waves/texture.
    • Scrunch the back too, so it doesn’t look straighter than the front.
  • Timing: the style “kicks in” after about 30–40 minutes.

Result: a “summer body / beach blonde guy” vibe—casual waves, not overly styled.

Look 2: Nonchalant going-out slick-wavy (pomade “aura” look)

  • Product: Base Bodyworks Pomade (wax/pomade with a wet look)

Downside mentioned

  • Must be washed out thoroughly to avoid product build-up (he jokes about “product radiation”).

Application

  • Amount: about one finger worth (he stresses not to use too much)
  • How to spread:
    • Rub pomade through your hands until it looks like it’s evenly coating (he compares it to “baby oil hands”).
  • Where to apply / structure:
    1. Slick back the front pieces first, keeping their shape.
    2. Add structure across the top/back by placing product on top rather than rubbing it through everything.

Finish

  • Scrunch/mess it up after slicking to add texture and keep it “nonchalant.”
  • If the back is “thick,” add a small extra amount (about a quarter finger) and scrunch the back again.
  • Shake to finalize.

Result: “handsome but not too serious”—controlled slickness with relaxed texture.

Look 3: Maximum slickback statement (“lion hairstyle” / holds all day)

  • Product: still the pomade
  • Amount: 1–2 extra fingers more than the prior style (for stronger hold)

Application steps

  • Apply pomade so it reaches every strand, especially from the back.
  • Scrunch while working it in to distribute.
  • Add more pomade if needed for full strand coverage.

Optional styling flourish (“aura” strand)

  • Take one strand, pull it down, and curl it slightly.

Result: a slickback that he claims will hold the entire day, with a more “dominant/room-commanding” look.

Key product notes / claims

  • Sea salt spray
    • May dry hair out (his caveat).
    • Includes kelp and vitamin B5 to help counter dryness.
    • Subtitles mention “all natural ingredients.”
  • Pomade
    • Uses beeswax, intended to avoid “chemical stiffness.”
    • Not described as sticky; feels more moisturized.
    • Discount code: “Henry”.

Notable mentions

  • Brands/products: Base Bodyworks Sea Salt Spray, Base Bodyworks Pomade (beeswax)
  • References (vibe/jokes): Chris Hemsworth, Eisen (joke reference), and “Henry” (discount code/creator name)
  • Pop-culture jokes (non-essential): “Pokémon Go,” “Beyblades,” “Far Quad,” and “Avengers-style/threatening vibe” type references

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