Natural Soft Hold Hair Styling Mud
Natural Soft Hold Hair Styling Mud
Natural Hair Mud
Our natural soft hold hair styling mud is a premium hair styling clay with 100% natural ingredients and a subtle woody scent. Soft hold styling for short hair; works well to tame the longer mane and hold down the fly away hairs.
We have created a firm to the touch mud lightly scented with sustainably sourced sandalwood and cypress essential oils for completely natural hair styling. We use organic shea butter and organic jojoba seed oils to nourish the hair shaft.
Totally Natural Hair Styling
- No synthetics
- Vegan - No animal derivatives.
- No artificial colours.
- No Silicones.
- Organic shea butter & organic jojoba oil.
- Sustainably sourced Sandalwood essential oil.
Make a Collection from the Valley Mist Range
Our natural soft hold hair styling clay works in harmony with our other woody scented skincare products Wood Premium Beard Oil and Wood Cleansing Water.
What our customers have to say about our Natural Soft Hold Hair Styling Mud
Customers love our Hair Mud for its effective styling ability without leaving your hair looking wet or greasy. Additionally, its all natural ingredients and eco-friendly and plastic-free packaging make it one of the more sustainable hair styling options on the market.
The review opposite was taken from our Reviews.io page. Head over there to read more of what our customers have to say about all of our products.
Glass not plastic
Sustainable packaging is a priority for us at Valley mist, which is why our Hair Mud is packaged in an endlessly recyclable glass jar with an aluminium lid. This jar can also be returned to us when empty to be cleaned and reused via our glass returns scheme.
- 60ml glass jar contains 80g
How to Use Natural Hair Mud
How to Use Valley Mist Natural Hair Mud
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Take a small amount
Rub a small pea sized amount between the palms.
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Choose your styling method
Apply directly to dry hair for a textured hold, or mix with a few drops of water in your palms to soften the product.
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Style your hair
Work through the hair and shape as desired.
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For stronger hold
Apply a little more product to targeted areas.
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For a softer matte finish
Mix with water in your palms and apply lightly through the hair.
Natural Hair Styling Mud FAQ
Q1. What makes Valley Mist Hair Styling Mud natural?
Valley Mist Hair Mud is made with 100% natural ingredients including organic shea butter, organic jojoba oil, and essential oils of sandalwood and cypress. It contains no silicones, synthetics, or artificial colours.
Q2. Is this hair mud suitable for all hair types?
It’s ideal for short to medium hair and works well to smooth flyaways or define texture. The soft hold allows for natural movement and a matte finish.
Q3. Is the product vegan and cruelty free?
Yes. Valley Mist Hair Mud is 100% vegan, contains no animal-derived ingredients, and is never tested on animals.
Q4. Does it have a strong scent?
No, the scent is subtle and natural — a light woody aroma from sustainably sourced sandalwood and cypress essential oils.
Q5. How do I use it?
Warm a small amount between palms, then work evenly through dry or damp hair. Style as desired for a natural, soft hold.
Q6. Where is it made?
All Valley Mist products are handmade in the UK using sustainable, ethically sourced ingredients.
Hair Styling Mud Ingredients:
Kaolin (clay), Zay Mays (corn starch), Butyrospermum Parkii (*Shea Butter) Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (*Jojoba) Seed Oil, Santalum Austrocalendonicum (sandalwood) wood oil, Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) oil, Limonene *Certified organic.
Why Hair Mud?
100% Natural Ingredients
No synthetics, no artificial colours, no silicones — just certified organic and sustainably sourced botanicals.
Vegan & Cruelty-Free
Certified vegan, never tested on animals. Every ingredient is ethically sourced.
Sustainably Made in Lancashire
Small batch, handcrafted in rural Lancashire, England with care and intention.
Zero Waste Packaging
60ml glass jar with aluminium lid — part of our closed-loop Glass Returns Scheme.
How to Use Hair Mud
Step 1 — Take a small amount
Rub a small pea-sized amount between the palms.
Step 2 — Choose your styling method
Apply directly to dry hair for a textured hold, or mix with a few drops of water in your palms to soften the product.
Step 3 — Style your hair
Work through the hair and shape as desired.
Step 4 — For stronger hold
Apply a little more product to targeted areas.
Step 5 — For a softer matte finish
Mix with water in your palms and apply lightly through the hair.
What's Inside
Every ingredient is certified organic or sustainably sourced. Nothing hidden, nothing synthetic.
Kaolin Clay
Provides natural hold and absorbs excess oil for a clean matte finish.
Organic Shea Butter
Deeply nourishing — softens and conditions the hair shaft.
Organic Jojoba Oil
Lightweight moisture that promotes healthy hair and scalp without greasiness.
Sandalwood & Cypress Essential Oils
Sustainably sourced — the source of Hair Mud's signature subtle woody scent.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Valley Mist Hair Mud natural?
Valley Mist Hair Mud is made with 100% natural ingredients including organic shea butter, organic jojoba oil, and essential oils of sandalwood and cypress. It contains no silicones, synthetics, or artificial colours.
What hair types is Hair Mud suitable for?
Hair Mud works best for short to medium length hair. It gives a soft, natural hold with a matte finish — ideal for textured, wavy, or fine hair that needs definition without stiffness.
Is Hair Mud vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes, Hair Mud is 100% vegan and cruelty-free. It contains no animal-derived ingredients and is never tested on animals.
What does Hair Mud smell like?
Hair Mud has a subtle, natural woody scent from sustainably sourced Sandalwood and Cypress essential oils. It's not overpowering — just a gentle, grounding fragrance.
How much should I use?
Start with a pea-sized amount — a little goes a long way. You can always add more if needed, but starting small gives you the most control over hold and finish.
Where is Hair Mud made?
Valley Mist Hair Mud is handcrafted in small batches in rural Lancashire, England. Every jar is made with care using certified organic and sustainably sourced ingredients.
Complete Your Routine
Hair Mud works in harmony with these Valley Mist products — all sharing the same signature woody scent of sandalwood and cypress.
Wood Premium Beard Oil
The perfect companion for a complete natural grooming routine. Sustainably sourced sandalwood and cypress — the same signature scent as Hair Mud.
Wood Cleansing Water
A gentle, natural facial cleanser that completes your morning routine. Vegan, fragrance-balanced, and made in Lancashire.
Glass, Not Plastic
Hair Mud comes in a 60ml glass jar with an aluminium lid — no single-use plastic. When you're done, return your jar through our closed-loop Glass Returns Scheme and we'll clean, sterilise, and refill it.