18.21 Man Made Hair Powder - Sweet Tobacco | Salon-Selected

The Talc-Free Hair Powder That Brings Flat Hair Back to Life -- Salon-Selected

Flat hair and oily second-day hair are the same problem wearing two hats: the style has no grip. The 18.21 Man Made Hair Powder is the fix I recommend for both. A light dusting of the featherlight, talc-free formula amplifies hair with flexible hold and full, bold texture, absorbing excess oil as it works so hair looks freshly washed with a sleek matte finish.

This is not the cakey stuff. Where old-school powders sit chalky on the scalp, this modern formula is infused with soothing aloe vera and nourishing jojoba oil, so it refreshes the scalp while it builds volume. It reshapes a style in seconds and layers cleanly -- more powder, more hold.

It also doubles discreetly as a dry shampoo. Between washes, a quick dusting cancels oil and keeps hair fresh all day, which makes it the single most useful product in an active man's kit: gym bag, travel kit, desk drawer. Extend the time between shampoos without ever looking like you did.

The Sweet Tobacco scent carries through: saffron, dark-toned vanilla, honey, and tobacco, inspired by Prohibition-era speakeasy lounges. At 0.28 oz (8 g), a light dusting is all each style needs, so it goes further than its size suggests.

Scent: Sweet Tobacco | Size: 0.28 oz (8 g) | Finish: Matte, shine-free | Best for: Root volume, texture, and oil absorption between washes

How to Style With 18.21 Hair Powder

Dry the hair completely first. Shake a light dusting onto the roots, work it in with your fingertips, then lift the roots with the Magic Texture Comb -- the powder gives the teeth grip, and the comb turns that grip into all-day lift. Set the finished style with the 18.21 Man Made Premium Hair Spray in the same Sweet Tobacco scent, and smooth stray flyaways with the Hair Finishing Stick. Browse the full lineup in our Men's Grooming collection.

18.21 Man Made Hair Powder -- FAQ

What does hair powder actually do?
A light dusting at the roots adds volume, grip, and matte texture while absorbing excess oil. It is the fastest way to bring a flat style back to life without water or heat.

Can I use it as a dry shampoo?
Yes. It doubles as a dry shampoo between washes -- the powder absorbs excess oil and refreshes the scalp so hair looks and feels clean with a matte finish.

Is it talc-free?
Yes. The formula is talc-free and infused with soothing aloe vera and nourishing jojoba oil, so it will not cake or leave chalky residue.

How do I apply it?
Shake a light dusting onto your hands or directly onto dry roots, then massage in with your fingertips and style as desired. Add more powder to increase hold and volume.

What should I pair with it for maximum volume?
Work the powder in at the roots, then lift with the Magic Texture Comb. The powder gives the comb's teeth grip, and the comb turns that grip into lasting root lift -- it is the combination Delena recommends for fine or flat hair.

What does it smell like?
Sweet Tobacco: a charismatic scent with saffron, dark-toned vanilla, honey, and tobacco, inspired by Prohibition-era speakeasy lounges.