Review: Layrite Products

Searching the web for some great gifts for my hubby I came across a unique and interesting barber shop product line called Layrite.  Created by Donnie Hawley of Donnie Hawleywood's Traditional Barber shop, Layrite has a collection of men's fine grooming products.  Captivated by the Hawleywood way of life I had to get a taste of these goods and find out if my picky ... I mean my extremely tasteful husband was into them or not ...

Donnie Hawley & Hawleywood's Traditional Barber Shop & Shaving Parlor

"Very, Very Cool" sums it up best ... Donnie Hawley has created history and paved the way for others to follow in his footsteps.  Pioneering the vanishing trade of barbering, Donnie's barber shops are steeped in the magic of  the 1940's.  Described as a "mans sanctuary", his period correct 1940's, world famous shops specialize in the high and tight haircut and hot towel, straight razor shaves that were popular back then, especially among the guys in the mafia ... 

Sorry ladies ... Us girls are not invited.  The boys may want to talk about us, plus sometimes we cause a stir, you know ... and that ain't such a great idea when straight razors are involved ... 

Each cut lasts at least 45 minutes and Donnie and his crew are into perfecting, so you can expect to look good and smell good ... and maybe even picked up a few good tips by the time you leave the joint.  The barbers at Hawleywood's are famous for the quality and art of their work.  Have a drink to calm your nerve's ... They are available.  They even offer shoe shines ...

A VIP club is hidden in the back, behind a secret door that looks like a book shelf, with all the ingredients of a place a man can be a man, but with principles of course ...

The patrons were so happy with the look and smell of the barber shop experience that they wanted to use the products Donnie and the boys were using and so the Layrite brand was born.





Layrite - Fine Men's Grooming Products

When I received the package of goodies from Layrite a couple things popped out at me immediately.  First, the art on the labels rocks and second, I could not stop smelling them - all of them.  Wow Donnie - You have really hit a home run with scent alone ... a home run ;-)

All the Layrite products are Made in the United States & are Cruelty Free!

•  Layrite No. 9 Bay Rum Aftershave, 4 oz Bottle, Price $9.99

Okay ... now I am one of those ladies who enjoys the "scent of my man" - Capish?  I normally don't go for cologne.  It came as quite a pleasant surprise when I first had the pleasantry of the aroma of this fine aftershave.  Layrite's No.9 is a masculine, clean scented aftershave that leaves my king with the graces of clove.  I love clove ... My baby and I used to smoke black clove cigarettes together back in the days of high school and I cannot express to you the overwhelming joy I feel when I smell it.

When you smell from the bottle you get a hint of clove and when it is actually applied to the skin it becomes stronger, although it is not overpowering.  The scent lasts awhile too, at least 4 to 5 hours - sometimes longer.  It is really soothing after a shave ... my husband tells me ... and one bottle lasts a long time, keeping it cost efficient.  I honesty expected this to be expensive stuff and was happy to find out that a 4 ounce was only ten lucky bucks ...

•  Layrite Original Pomade, 4oz Can, Price $14.99

Words cannot express the deliciousness of the scent of the Layrite pomade ... This is an original, unique scent, yet it feels as though I have known it forever.  I have never smelled anything like it.  It has an almost candy scent that is intensely attractive.  It is sweet, yet not feminine ... although it appeals greatly to women ...  Hints of vanilla (Nectar of the Gods) can subtly be detected ... a natural aphrodisiac!

Made for the dapper among us who know that there is no substitute for a good thing ... This is hands down, some of the best pomade I have ever used.  Unlike most pomades Layrite is water soluble, so it washes out of the hair with ease, like a gel.  I love to change my hairstyle throughout the day, something I can easily do when i use this product.  It has a nice, orange-colored, light texture that never dries or flakes in my hair.  The light, Layrite signature scent is not overpowering, although it lasts in the hair and can be detected by the initiated ...

I have found that it is important to follow the directions for best results.  Technique is crucial in achieving your own desired look.  This pomade has the strongest hold, like a wax, when used on dry hair and works best in combination with the Layrite Grooming Spray.  It was originally developed to replace the wax that greasers would use in the SoCal rockabilly scene and continues to be the pomade of choice trusted by many for over a decade.

Also available in a 1 ounce can and the super saving 32 ounce can.

•  Layrite Superhold Pomade, 4oz Can, Price $15.99  
  

The Layrite Superhold Pomade is just like the original except it has a  stronger hold.  I like to use the superhold when going to festivals, concerts or wild car rides ...

The super hold is especially great for up-do's that need to stay-put without fuss for awhile.  This pomade gives my hair a polished and professionally styled appearance that I feel confident using for important events ... Love this stuff!

Also available in a 1 ounce can and the super saving 32 ounce can.

•  Layrite Grooming Spray, 8 oz Bottle, Price $9.99

The Layrite Grooming Spray can be used as a way to prepare the hair for the Layrite pomade.  To prepare the hair for pomade, spray the grooming spray in the hair during the drying process.  This product also works exceptionally well as a light hold hair spray.  The signature Layrite scent graces the hair with a hint of fragrance.  I really like this product because it creates a bit of volume and does not flake in my hair.  I can change my hair style through out the day, something that I rather enjoy doing, without any difficultly.  This is a nice spray to always have on hand and it definitely makes a difference in the way the pomade works.  It helps the pomade to do what you want it to do, while creating sleeker, smoother do's.  The grooming spray also gives the pomade a longer lasting hold. 

Closing

Although I originally was interested in these products for my husband, I was excited to quickly realize that the hair products are for both men and women.  My husband and myself are both overjoyed and more than satisfied with the Layrite products.  I am so happy that we have had the opportunity to try them ... You will be too.  For more information please visit Hawleywood's!

If you are soon to become a die-hard fan ... Like me ... You will want to check out their hats and t-shirts.  They have several to choose from and when you wear them people will notice ... Try it out & see for yourself!

Posted by Angel