While products such as wax, pomade or clay won't directly cause dandruff, but the build-up of the product can clog pores and lead to irritation. If you still want to style your hair, we recommend opting for natural products such as Aveda's Pure-formance™ Grooming Clay and using this sparingly.

Does pomade help with dandruff?

Because a pomade is used after washing hair, it won't really affect the performance of dandruff shampoos at all. Incorrectly using pomade, however, could lead to scalp issues.

Is pomade bad for your scalp?

No, pomade doesn't make your hair fall out. Improper care of your scalp can do that. ... But if you use pomade too much, this bad for your hair, you can close or block the pores on your scalp and forehead causing them to break out, so, starting with a very small amount when styling with pomade is recommended.