Be familiar with your facial structure and be able to explain your desired style to ensure a successful haircut experience. Make sure your barber understands and agrees with what your vision entails. Thad from Hudson/Hawk provides some helpful hairstyle advice.
1. Short Buzz Cut
No matter your hair goals, the buzz cut can be an effective and low-maintenance way of styling it. No additional products are necessary!
The buzz cut is ideal for men who are going bald as it covers any thinner spots on your scalp, making you appear more masculine while showing off facial features more effectively. Consider engraving it with a design if you want to give your buzz cut some character. Various options are available, from zig-zags to lines and diamonds, making this the ultimate personalized touch that stands out in a crowd of similar haircuts.
2. Long Slick Back
Slicked-back hairstyles for men with longer locks are an easy and sleek way to keep their style looking sharp. To achieve the ideal slick-back style, cut your locks at an optimal length – long enough to comb back but short enough to be manageable when creating types like quiffs or pompadours. Use pomades or gels that offer firm hold while giving it that glossy wet look while providing shine and watery texture while adding shine and moist texture – these products make the ideal finishing touches!
For an updated spin on this classic style, try a slight fade with tapered sides – perfect for any length and beard style. Or for something bolder and rebellious, try rockabilly slick back, which adds character and is still polished enough for formal occasions; think Gordan Gekko or Don Draper (and perhaps some Arthur Shelby).
3. Long Scissor Cut
This style offers the ideal alternative to an extreme skin fade. It creates texture and volume in your locks for a more natural appearance and can help anyone looking to grow out their locks longer.
A haircut designed for thick hair should be performed using long scissors with longer handles and thumbs, as this allows you to cut deeper without damaging its tips and achieve a more precise, long-term result. Longer shears can make specific hair-cutting techniques easier, such as point cutting and layering, which often involve mistakes using shorter shears. Longer shears also create a more natural-looking finish with longer locks because of their larger blades; longer lengths also allow more serviceability when servicing or sharpening them, which should be considered because shears can be expensive investments.
4. Short Fade
A short fade haircut is a timeless and reliable style option for men looking for variety in their looks. The sides can be cut low, mid, or high, while the top can feature any length or texture, from comb-overs to faux hawks. Plus, it looks sharp when maintained regularly at a barber.
One of the best short fade styles is the taper fade, which gradually transitions from longer to shorter hair. Starting below your ears, this haircut version creates an eye-catching contrast against any hairstyle on top. Although suitable for most face shapes, square-jawed men may use higher fades to soften their strong jawlines.
The textured crop fade is an attractive variation of the short fade style. This look combines a trendy crop top and low fade to keep your locks stylish yet eye-catching, making this style suitable for men with thick or textured hair struggling to find something quick and simple to maintain.
