This texture wax is truly a game-changer. I've tried dozens of other products, including every item in SR's lineup, but this one is by far Shear Revival's best yet. At first, I was hesitant because of the word "wax" in the name, but it washes out effortlessly without shampoo on those no-wash days. The scent is pleasantly mild (though scent preferences can vary), and it leaves my hair feeling light and soft, with excellent hold that doesn't feel sticky throughout the day. The hold lasts all day, and it provides a natural shine, not too glossy but just right. I agree with other reviewers that it strikes the perfect balance between Gray Ghost and Northern Lights. I highly recommend trying the trial size—you won’t be disappointed. It also pairs wonderfully with Amity Texture Spray for added texture and volume.

I've tried many products and this is up there with the best for me, American Gardens. One clay prominent and the other not so much, more just a dry waxy type of product. I appreciate they don't have too much oil, as it makes lighter shade hair appear darker and greasy, adds weight and too much shine. I've tried O'Douds Dry Wax in the past, and assuming their Wax collab is similar, this Upstate Blues has a nice oil reduction, making it more lightweight and less shine. Keep in mind products like this aren't dry in some sort of unhealthy way like from bad alcohols, it's just clay or not too much oil, the latter in this case. You can always add more oil to your hair, but you can't really remove it from a product that already has too much.

Anyways Shear Revival doesn't miss

Grabbed myself a 1 oz jar as I wasn’t sure I’d love the product. Slowly but surely this product has replaced Northern Lights for me. I like a little more shine and that’s normally why I go for Gray Ghost so this one now sits in between Northern Lights and Gray Ghost. The ingredients, the way it scoops out is very much like a cream pomade and reminds me mostly of Gray Ghost but with kaolin clay in it for texture. Going to buy a full sized jar soon. In short: consistency of the product is like Gray Ghost, performance is like Northern Lights with a little more shine and a little more hold.

I usually don't have the best luck with shear revival. The finish is too dry on most products. I got wind of Upstate blues and gave it a try and it's gonna be my new go to. I have thick, wavy hair with quite a few cowlicks and this stuff works perfectly. Less dry, better hold than northern lights. The first shear revival product I give a hard 5/5 to.

Leaves my hair looking and feeling healthy. I also enjoy the scent quite a bit. If you’re looking for a daily/versatile driver then you can’t beat this one.