5 Professional Styling Techniques That Transform Your Hair Game
Getting salon-quality results at home isn't about luck—it's about technique. Norwegian barbers consistently recommend Nuvage Moulding Cream for its flexible hold and natural finish, but the real secret lies in how you apply it. Here are five professional techniques that will elevate your daily styling routine.
The Foundation: Why Moulding Cream Works
Our Moulding Cream combines premium ingredients like lanolin for moisture retention and VP/VA copolymer for flexible hold. Unlike heavy waxes that stiffen hair, this formula moves with you throughout the day while maintaining structure.
1. Master the Moisture Level (Critical for Success)
The Mistake: Applying product to soaking wet hair The Fix: Towel-dry until hair feels slightly damp to touch
When hair is too wet, styling products slide off without penetrating the hair shaft. For optimal results with Nuvage Moulding Cream:
- Remove excess water with a clean towel
- Hair should feel cool and slightly damp, not dripping
- Wait 30 seconds before applying product
Pro Tip: Test moisture level by running fingers through hair—it should feel tacky, not slippery.
2. The Layering Technique for Complex Styles
Professional stylists rarely use just one product. Create dimension by layering:
Base Layer: Start with a pea-sized amount of Moulding Cream for shape and movement Finish Layer: Add Nuvage Shaping Paste to specific sections for extra hold Texture Layer: Use Grooming Clay on crown area for matte definition
This technique works exceptionally well for:
- Textured crops and modern quiffs
- Side parts with height
- Messy, lived-in styles
3. Spot-Application for Natural Movement
Instead of coating your entire head, focus on strategic areas:
- Fringe: For directional control
- Crown: To add height and volume
- Ends: For piece-y definition
This prevents the "helmet hair" effect while maintaining natural movement—perfect for Norwegian men who prefer understated, professional styling.
4. The Reactivation Method (Save Time and Money)
Don't wash and restart every morning. Moulding Cream's unique formula reactivates with moisture:
Morning Refresh Technique:
- Dampen palms with water
- Scrunch through hair to reactivate existing product
- Reshape as needed
- Add minimal fresh product only if necessary
This technique extends your style for 2-3 days while maintaining hair health.
5. Less is Always More (Build Gradually)
Starting Amount: Half a pea-sized amount for short hair, full pea-size for medium length Application: Warm between palms until translucent Distribution: Work from back to front, avoiding hairline initially
Remember: You can always add more, but removing excess product requires washing.
Ingredient Spotlight: What Makes Our Formula Different
- Lanolin: Natural moisturizer that prevents dryness
- Cetearyl Alcohol: Conditioning fatty alcohol (not drying) that creates smooth application and adds moisture
- Cera Alba (Beeswax): Provides flexible, natural hold
- Ozokerite: Mineral wax that adds texture without weight
Perfect Pairings from Our Collection
For Fine Hair: Moulding Cream + Sea Salt Spray (for volume) For Thick Hair: Moulding Cream
For Curly Hair: Moulding Cream + Argan Oil (for definition)
Available in both 15ml travel size and 100ml full size—perfect for testing or on-the-go touch-ups.