Sun Bum Sonny’s Original Surf Paste — Matte Finish Texturizing Paste, Medium Hold, 3 oz — Beachy Texture & UV Protection

This lightweight paste is formulated to create a lived-in, low-shine look without stiffness. Enriched with Hawaiian Black Lava, sea salt, sea kelp, kokum butter and coconut oil, the product gives hair grip, definition and a touch of protection from sun exposure while remaining vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free and paraben-free. It’s designed for short to medium lengths and for people who want effortless texture without heavy buildup.

How quickly will I get texture and hold with Sonny's Original Surf Paste?

You’ll feel immediate texture and workable hold the moment you rub a small amount between your fingertips and work it through damp or dry hair. The medium hold keeps styles pliable so you can reshape throughout the day without crunchy residue. It’s ideal for creating messy, tousled looks or soft separation on shorter cuts.

• Medium hold that remains flexible for restyling
• Matte, low-shine finish for a natural appearance
• Quick, fingertip application—start with a pea-sized amount

What’s the best way to apply this surf paste for lasting results?

For controlled texture, warm a small amount between your palms, distribute through damp hair from roots to ends, then finish with a bit more on dry ends to add definition. For a beachy, lived-in look, apply to towel-dried hair and either air-dry or rough-dry with a diffuser. Use sparingly at first—add more only where needed to avoid weighing hair down.

• Apply on damp hair for even distribution and natural hold
• Use on dry hair for spot texturizing and separation
• Pair with Sea Spray for extra grit and volume

Does this paste damage hair or leave buildup over time?

Sun Bum Sonny’s Original Surf Paste is formulated to style without heavy, waxy buildup. Its blend of sea kelp and coconut oil helps condition while kokum butter provides texture without hardening. Routine shampooing removes residue easily; for heavy daily use, clarifying shampoo once weekly keeps hair fresh.

• Non-greasy formula to minimize buildup
• Conditioning ingredients help protect hair during styling
• Easily cleans out with regular shampooing

Can Sonny’s Surf Paste protect hair from sun and saltwater exposure?

The paste includes ingredients that help shield hair from environmental stressors and is inspired by surf-tested needs, offering mild UV protection alongside texture. While it helps reduce dryness and breakage compared with unprotected hair, it’s not a replacement for dedicated UV hair products or after-sun treatments. Use as part of a broader sun-care routine for best results.

• Contains sea kelp and coconut oil to support hair moisture
• Formulated with surf-ready ingredients to resist daily sun exposure
• Complement with dedicated UV protection or leave-in treatments when needed

Who is this for: This paste is made for people who want a quick, beach-inspired hairstyle with medium hold and a matte finish—especially those with short to medium hair who prefer minimal styling time. It’s suited to active lifestyles, surf lovers, and anyone seeking a natural, textured look without heavy products or complicated routines.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Cetearyl Alcohol, Sucrose, Garcinia Indica Seed Butter, PVP, Isopropyl Myristate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Ceteareth-20, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Fragrance (parfum), Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Flower Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Leaf Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Peel Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) seed Oil, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Glycerin, Sea Salt, Charcoal Powder, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinmate, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Phenoxyethanol, Citronellol, Limoene, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate