Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+ Mess Up Matte Texture Paste, 3.38 oz — Medium Hold, Reworkable Dry Styling

OSiS+ Mess Up is a dry, matte texture paste that gives medium, reworkable hold for tousled, lived-in hair styles.

Designed by Schwarzkopf Professional for creative, everyday styling, this 3.38 oz paste blends carnauba and beeswax to deliver textured volume with a natural matte finish. It works best on short to medium lengths, letting you shape, separate, and restyle hair without a glossy residue. Lightweight and flexible, the paste creates durable texture while keeping hair touchable and comfortable.

How do I use OSiS+ Mess Up to get that effortless 'just-rolled-out-of-bed' look?

Start with dry hair and warm a small amount between your palms until it softens. Apply to roots and mid-lengths, then scrunch or tousle with fingers to add separation and volume. Focus on areas where you want lift or piecey texture, and add more sparingly to avoid clumping.

• Work a pea-sized amount into dry hair; increase for thicker hair.
• Apply at roots for lift, through mid-lengths for separation.
• Rework with fingers anytime for refreshed texture.

Can this paste be combined with other OSiS+ products for different finishes?

Yes — Mess Up mixes well with other OSiS+ products to change shine and hold. For a semi-matte sheen, blend a small scoop with one pump of OSiS+ Glow. Use it under stronger-hold sprays to lock styles without losing its dry feel.

• Mix with OSiS+ Glow for a softer shine.
• Layer with a light hairspray for added longevity.
• Combine with texturizers for enhanced volume and grit.

What level of hold and texture should I expect from the paste?

Mess Up offers medium, pliable hold that keeps styles defined but movable. Its wax base gives structural texture and separation while avoiding stiffness, making it easy to restyle throughout the day. The finish remains matte, so hair looks natural rather than shiny.

• Medium control supports shape without rigidity.
• Matte finish for natural-looking texture.
• Reworkable formula lets you reshape hair on the go.

How much product should I use for different hair types?

Fine hair needs only a tiny amount to avoid weighing down strands, while medium to thick hair benefits from larger portions for pronounced texture. Start small and build up — the paste spreads easily and is forgiving during application.

• Fine hair: a grain-sized amount across sections.
• Medium hair: a pea-sized amount for overall texture.
• Thick hair: two or more scoops distributed evenly.

Who is this for: OSiS+ Mess Up suits people seeking casual, textured looks without shine — cutters, stylists, and anyone who wants flexible, restylable hair from morning to evening. It’s ideal for short to medium lengths and for anyone who prefers a dry, lived-in finish over glossy or stiff products.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water, Eau), Cera Alba (Beeswax, Cire d'abeille), Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Cire de carnauba), Isopropyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Petrolatum, Parfum (Fragrance), Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, PEG-8 Beeswax, Phenoxyethanol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Propylene Glycol, Mica, Benzyl Alcohol, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 15985 (Yellow 6).