Sun Bum Sonny's Original Surf Paste - Matte Finish Hair Styling Paste - Medium Hold - 3 oz

I bought the Sun Bum Sonny's Original Surf Paste for my teenage son, and he absolutely loves it! He’s very picky about hair products because he doesn’t like anything that makes his hair look greasy or stiff, and this has been perfect for him. It gives his hair a nice natural matte look with just the right amount of hold to keep his style in place all day without looking overdone. The texture is easy to work with, and a little goes a long way. He uses it every morning before school, and now it’s become part of his daily routine. I also love the light beachy scent — it smells clean and fresh without being overpowering. As a mom, I appreciate that it washes out easily and doesn’t leave buildup in his hair. Overall, this has been a great purchase, and I’ll definitely be buying it again for him!

First of all, I would like to say hallelujah thank you baby jesus that my favorite sunscreen maker company also makes hair product. I found this by accident after so many trials and disappointments with expensive products. My expectations were high, and I was NOT disappointed upon first use. Where to start? VALUE? CHECK. It's a super great alternative to most of the expensive and fragrance laden products out there, given the volume of product for the price. It is salon quality, unlike anything in comparable price range I have ever used. IS IT EASY TO USE? Errm, YES! It is easy to stick my finger in it and then apply to my hair. If your hair product requires a more complex procedure, this product is a highly recommended alternative for simplicity. THE SCENT? OMMFG. It's like a cucumber and a sea urchin had a passionate umbrella drink fueled one night stand in a run down cabana on the beach during a tropical thunderstorm that resulted in a lovechild who is actually a little baby surfboard that they named Benihana. Just close your eyes, take a deep whiff, breathe in that beachy, fresh scent and proclaim "TAKE ME BAAAACK" like every basic white chick you follow on instagram. I have never spent a better $16. This product will matte your hair, it leaves no sheen so you don't look like a 4th grade douchebucket, the hold is almost non-existent except for the 'weight' it adds to your hair, which will give it some texture and the product does work-in like a molding paste. It does not harden or leave hair stiff by any means. I typically need to use what I assume is a little more product than prescribed as I have thick, straight, obnoxiously absorbent hair. Rub any product into my hair and it almost immediately disappears. I always have to use about twice as much as the recommended amount. This product is no different, save for the lack of any buildup that may normally result. It reminds me of the texture I get from swimming in the ocean, as stated in more than one of the other reviews. It's like the ocean applied the product for you, then told you how handsome you are, gave you a slap on the ass, and said "no worries about your hair today, I got this". I may experiment with using a little more product to see if I get a little more texture, as that is a completely normal challenge for me with any product. It usually takes a little experimentation to find that perfect dollop. Is this a 'one finger dollop' product? Yes, luckily. I am just not sure if it is more like a 'finger tip' dollop, or a 'GOB' dollop, but either way, and just like your mom, one finger and a little finesse will do the trick. Smear it on your hands, rub it into your hair, then 'tussle' a bit to recreate that 'early-morning, just woke up and sneaked out on my one night stand' appearance we all strive for. Stay sleezy, my friends. Sun Bum Surf Paste will ensure that you maintain that debonair, yet relaxed and confident beefcake persona that is envied by so many, and duplicated by so few.

LOVE this stuff - so much that i have it on auto-order. It smells amazing, like vacation, and the hold is just right. Very light and easy to manipulate later without it just "giving up". I've traveled with it and the container never leaked - just make sure you screw the top on properly. It's a little bit greasy when fresh, so be prepared to wah your hands after styling. Otherwise, you get a non-greasy look and feel for the rest of the day. It's a small container, but lasts, so it's a good value. I only need a small amount but YMMV depending on your hair length and style. I have a monthly autoship and tend to skip shipments once in a while.

The smell reminds me of our old surf wax. Does not require a great deal to get the desired effect. I have longer, very thick, unruly hair. Lol. This is one of these very few products that works on hair like mine. It holds it in place without feeling like it’s glued or matted. I am a big fan.

Effortless Beach Hair in a Jar This surf paste totally nails the “I just got back from the beach” look — without the effort. I use it on damp hair straight out of the shower, and it gives just the right amount of texture and hold without feeling sticky or heavy. The matte finish looks super natural, and the light grit from the sea salt adds a little edge without being crunchy. I love that it’s packed with clean ingredients like sea kelp and coconut oil — plus it’s vegan and cruelty-free, which is a big win. The scent is light and beachy too, which I really appreciate. If you like low-maintenance styling with high-vibe results, this one’s for you. Trust the Bum — they get it right.

I never come on here to write reviews but felt truly moved to regarding this product. I have tried so many different hair care products over the years but this one, at least for the price point and the hairstyle/haircut I have, is simply perfect. It washes off my hands easily after styling, it’s made with fantastic ingredients for your hair health and ease of styling, and it smells amazing. I am able to spend so much less time styling in the morning and my hair looks perfectly stylized messy/lived-in, all day long. I couldn’t be more happy with my purchase. Sun Bum just gained another lifelong customer.

Love this product and the way it smells. Nice light hold.

Decent product, but wow they have a absurd ingredients list.

Gret product

This is an excellent styling product that works really well and smells amazing. It gives my hair good texture and a natural matte finish without feeling too heavy or greasy. The quality is excellent and a small amount goes a long way. It's a bit expensive compared to some other products, but the tub lasts for ages, so I think it's worth it. Overall, a great product that performs well and smells fantastic.

I bought this because of a few recommendations from TikTok and honestly I wasn’t sure how it would go. But honestly it was perfect, it worked far better then expected. My hair was still soft and moveable but only in a way to move it to the placement I wanted. My hair didn’t end up too hard or fall down because the product wasn’t strong enough. It truly gave me the structure I wanted for my hair without compromising the feel of my hair

Great smell and texture Holds well

Vegan-friendly hair product highly recommend.