KEVIN.MURPHY NIGHT.RIDER Strong-Hold Hair Paste, 30g Travel Size — Matte Texture & Long-Lasting Definition

KEVIN.MURPHY NIGHT.RIDER is a strong-hold, matte-finish hair paste designed to sculpt short to medium styles with long-lasting texture and controlled separation.

Lightweight yet powerful, NIGHT.RIDER combines beeswax and styling polymers to deliver a firm hold without stiffness or greasy residue. It's formulated for all hair types that need structure and definition—especially short, choppy, or textured cuts—and comes in a convenient 30 g travel size for on-the-go touch-ups. Free from sulphates and parabens, the paste is cruelty-free and built to give salon-quality results at home.

How does NIGHT.RIDER create strong texture without making hair crunchy?

The paste balances beeswax and flexible polymers so hair stays defined and malleable rather than rock-hard. It grips strands to maintain shape while allowing you to restyle throughout the day, keeping a natural matte look instead of shine-heavy residue.

• Beeswax provides pliable hold and moisture retention.
• Styling polymers lock shape while preserving movement.
• Matte finish controls shine for a textured, lived-in effect.
• Light formula avoids weight and buildup on short hair.

What styles and hair types work best with this paste?

NIGHT.RIDER suits short to medium lengths that demand separation, piecey texture, or a tousled finish. It's effective on all hair types—from fine hair needing extra grip to thicker hair that requires more control—without making hair feel heavy or coated.

• Short crops and choppy bobs for distinct separation.
• Textured fringes and spiky styles for sharp definition.
• Thicker hair for taming volume and adding shape.
• Fine hair for added grip and long-lasting structure.

How should I apply NIGHT.RIDER for best results?

Work a small amount between dry or slightly damp palms, then apply to mid-lengths and ends, building where you need stronger hold. For a spiked or separated finish, scrunch and pinch sections; for a softer textured look, smooth through hair and leave to set.

• Start with a pea-sized amount; increase as needed for thicker hair.
• Warm paste in palms to make it more pliable before applying.
• Target mid-lengths and ends rather than roots to avoid buildup.
• Layer for extra hold—add a little more to specific sections, not all over.

Is NIGHT.RIDER safe for colored or chemically treated hair?

The formula is free from sulphates and parabens, which helps reduce unnecessary stripping of color and natural oils. While styling pastes can be used on colored or treated hair, rinse thoroughly between uses and pair with a suitable KEVIN.MURPHY shampoo and conditioner routine to maintain hair health.

• Sulphate- and paraben-free to be gentler on treated hair.
• Beeswax helps lock moisture, supporting strand integrity.
• Regular cleansing prevents residue build-up on color-treated hair.
• Works with professional color and treatment regimens when used as directed.

Who is this for: NIGHT.RIDER is ideal for anyone wanting a strong, matte-hold paste to sculpt and define short to medium hairstyles—especially those who prefer a natural, textured finish without stiffness or shine. It’s particularly useful for people with choppy cuts, textured fringes, or anyone seeking reliable, travel-friendly styling power that won’t weigh hair down. If you need a compact paste that provides control, separation, and a lived-in matte look while staying free of sulphates and parabens, this travel-size 30 g option fits salon-caliber styling into everyday life.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua) (Eau), Lanolin Wax (Lanolin Cera) (Cire de lanoline), Beeswax (Cera Alba) (Cire d’abeille), PVP, Lanolin Alcohol, Limonene, PEG-8 Beeswax, Propylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Tridecyl Stearate, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Trideceth-10.