Kevin Murphy Rough.Rider is a powerful styling wax designed to deliver a strong, all-day hold with a natural, low-shine finish. This sulphate-free formula keeps hair controlled from morning to night while allowing effortless restyling and texture. Perfect for bold, defined looks on short to medium-length hair.

Key Benefits and Features
  • Hold: A strong, durable hold that keeps shapes intact from dawn to dusk without stiffness or flaking.
  • Texture: Builds rugged, flexible texture for defined shapes, slick backs, or casually tousled strands.
  • Finish: Natural, low-shine finish that looks polished yet effortless.
  • Formula: Sulphate-free base that respects scalp health while delivering reliable performance.
  • Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of hair types and lengths, with easy restyling throughout the day.
Who It's For

Ideal for styling enthusiasts seeking a strong, long-lasting hold without heavy residue. Great for both men and women aiming for textured, structured looks on short to medium hair. For very thick or coarse hair, use a small amount and build; for fine or thin hair, start with a pea-sized amount and blend through to avoid heaviness.

Key Ingredients
  • Pro Wax Blend – delivers maximum hold with flexible definition, helping styles stay in place without feeling stiff.
  • Conditioning Oils – lightweight oils that maintain moisture and prevent dryness after styling.
  • Natural Elasticizers – improve restyling ease and impart a comfortable, movable feel.
  • Sulfate-Free Base – gentle formulation that protects hair and scalp while providing reliable hold.
How to Use
  • 1. Start with a small amount: rub between your palms to warm the product.
  • 2. Apply to dry or slightly damp hair, focusing on the areas you want shaped.
  • 3. Work through with fingers or a comb to sculpt the look you desire.
  • 4. Rework or add more product as needed for extra hold or texture throughout the day.
  • 5. For best results, pair with Kevin Murphy Rough.Rider Finishing Spray or a compatible styling system for longer-lasting shape.

Specifications

Brand
Kevin Murphy
Size
100g
Good to know
Sulphate-free

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Why our stylists rate it
From the Partners Hair team
Kevin Murphy Rough.Rider is a strong-hold styling clay for all hair types. Part of the Kevin Murphy style range. Kaolin and bentonite clays grip and mould with a matte, textured finish — while soybean extract, bamboo and diatomaceous earth add body, strength and a patchouli-infused scent.

Best for: all hair types wanting strong hold with a matte, earthy texture; short to medium styles needing separation, lift and definition; anyone wanting more grip and control than a wax or paste.
Less suited to: a shiny, glossy finish (use Rough.Rider wax or Shimmer.Shine); fine hair that may be over-dried by clay; a lightweight flexible hold (use Free.Hold).

Key actives:
- Kaolin & Bentonite Clays — absorb excess oil; provide grip, matte texture and strong hold
- Diatomaceous Earth (Silica) — adds body and mattifying volume
- Soybean Extract (Glycine Soja Extract) — nourishes and softens
- Bamboo (Bambusa Vulgaris Extract) — strengthens and adds body
- Patchouli Oil (Pogostemon Cablin Oil) — aromatic; antifungal properties

Benefits:
- Strong hold with a matte, natural finish
- Moulds and defines with grip and texture
- Absorbs excess oil at the roots
- Reworkable; washes out with shampoo
- Suits all hair types

How to use: Warm a small amount between palms and distribute through damp or dry hair. Work quickly to mould and shape. Layer for more hold.

Format: 100g styling clay.

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Spend R390 and delivery is on us. Orders under R390 are delivered for R67. We normally pack within 1 working day, with delivery in 2–5 working days depending on your location.

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