AVEDA Control Paste Hair Pomade — 2.5 oz Matte Texturizing Pomade, Medium Pliable Hold for All Hair Types

AVEDA Control Paste is a medium-hold, pliable pomade that sculpts textured, piecey or undone looks with a smooth matte finish.

This compact 2.5-ounce jar delivers flexible control for all hair types, designed for dry styling to create definition without shine. Infused with Aveda’s Pure-Fume fragrance blend of certified organic ylang ylang, clove and clary sage, the paste provides day-long scent and workable hold while avoiding animal-derived ingredients, silicones, parabens, and other listed synthetics.

How will this pomade change my daily styling routine?

Control Paste simplifies finishing and touch-ups. Apply a small amount to dry hair to add separation, tame flyaways, and build texture where you want movement or structure.

• Works on dry hair—no need to re-dry after application.
• Buildable medium hold: add product gradually for stronger definition.
• Pliable finish lets you reshape hair throughout the day.

What looks can I create with AVEDA Control Paste?

The paste is ideal for loose, piecey styles, messy undone textures, and controlled separation on short to medium lengths. It gives hair a matte appearance, so styles read more natural than glossy or stiff.

• Piecey, separated strands for a lived-in look.
• Soft definition for layered cuts and fringes.
• Textured finishes on shorter crops or ends of longer styles.

How do I use it without weighing hair down or making it greasy?

Less is more: emulsify a pea-sized amount between your palms until soft, then work through targeted sections. Apply sparingly to roots or ends depending on the effect, and layer only if you need extra hold.

• Warm product in hands before applying for even distribution.
• Start with small amounts; increase only on stubborn areas.
• Focus on ends for texture or roots for lift, avoiding heavy mid-length application.

Is the formula suitable for sensitive or ethical shoppers?

AVEDA Control Paste is formulated without animal-derived ingredients and excludes common synthetic additives like silicones, SLS/SLES, parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, and formaldehyde donors. Aveda is also a Certified B Corp and Leaping Bunny approved, supporting cruelty-free and sustainability-minded customers.

• 100% vegan formulation—no animal-derived components.
• Free from silicones, parabens, and synthetic fragrance.
• Certified B Corp and cruelty-free credentials for ethical purchasing.

Who is this for: AVEDA Control Paste suits anyone who wants flexible, medium hold with a matte look—ideal for people with short to medium-length hair, layered cuts, or anyone seeking defined texture without shine. It’s a practical choice for users who prefer dry styling and value plant-based fragrance and clean formulation features.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Peg-25 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Tribehenin, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ricinus Communis (castor) Seed Oil, Peg-6 Caprylic/capric Glycerides, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Gluconate, Bixa Orellana Seed Extract, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Polysorbate 80, Isopropyl Alcohol, Fragrance (parfum), Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Annatto (ci 75120) ILN99156 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.