sumowax

Sumowax was arguably the most arduous birth of all. A brainchild of Laurent Philippon, Bb. Editorial Stylist and a Parisian with endless curiosity, it all started when he became enthralled with the part hairdressing played in ancient Japanese sumo wrestling rituals. Even today, wax is heated in iron melting cauldrons and applied and cooled to set those glossy, black helmets of hair.

The contemporary commercial equivalent from Japan proved a pale, greasy imitation, so Bb. set about finding the right blend of waxes to do Laurent's bidding. Two years later they hit the mark and the wax was cast. As Bumbleananda once said, "Patience is more a matter of discipline than virtue. As such, the rewards are even sweeter."

why

texture, strong hold, flexibility, satin sheen, separation

Beeswax: hold

Coconut Oil: moisture, balance

Meadowfoam Seed Oil: shine

Lanolin: moisture

who

anyone; a natural for short hair; won't overwhelm fine hair

when

anytime; after Prep or Tonic Lotion, (wait until dry) before styling

how

Spread a dime-sized dab or two onto palms, rub briskly together to warm and soften, or heat by holding a blow-dryer to the mouth of the jar and skimming the top layer. Work through barely damp or dry hair with fingers and style.

Sumowax first + Gloss after = less hold, more shine

press box

Heavyweights Harrison Ford and Sylvester Stallone love it; at the other end of the scale is fan Calista Flockhart

1.5oz