Need a trim? How to choose a haircut
If you’ve ever had a bad hair day, you’ll know just how much it can affect the rest of your look. But just as fly-aways and flicks can make you appear off your game, the right haircut style for men can completely change your appearance. It’s why Jason Momoa rocks longer lengths and Ryan Gosling keeps things short and layered: they know what suits them.
Learning how to pick a haircut that works for you can be just as difficult as cutting the style yourself. If you’re at a loss for where to take your hair next, read this guide and you'll soon know how to find the right hairstyle.
Hairstyles for men: Considering face shape
To find your new look, start by understanding how different hairstyles for men work with different face shapes. Just as you have to be considerate when choosing a beard for a round face, the look you’re after might not be right for the angles and size of your head. So, put the shaver down and the scissors away, and start instead by learning how to pick a haircut that suits your face shape: If you’re wondering ‘How to find the right hairstyle for me?’, getting to grips with your face shape can go a long way in helping.
How to pick a haircut for your hair type
You’ve got the low down on which styles are best suited for your face shape, now it’s time to consider your hair type. Choosing a haircut style for men that works with your natural hair rather than against it is a must, especially for low maintenance looks. If you want that just rolled out of bed effortlessness, work with what you’ve got. Fine hair, for example, will look thicker with the right cut. A slick back or quiff can add volume, while a mop top covers up any hairline issues. For a low-maintenance option that always looks good, stick to a classic crew cut. If you’re looking into how to choose a haircut for thick hair, you have more options, including longer lengths. Just be sure to work with layers and clipper cuts to remove weight and avoid boxy looks.Take into account whether your hair is straight, curly, or wavy, too. To keep things simple, here's a list of men's hairstyles that work well with curls and waves: Straight hair is well-suited to no-nonsense cuts, like a simple undercut or fade, side parts, and slick backs. You can also work with a textured fringe to add some movement and use volume-enhancing products to bring life to straight hair.
How to find the right hairstyle for me: The ideal length
When it comes to hairstyles for men, any length goes. But if you’re stuck between lengths and they all suit your face and hair type, knowing how to pick a haircut can be just the beginning of your journey: sticking to it can be the real challenge. This is where it’s smart to consider maintenance. Longer hair takes a lot more work than short cuts, with more washing, brushing, and styling involved. Keeping those ends neat and healthy can require dedication. If you don’t want the hassle that comes with longer hair, choose a shorter hairstyle for your face shape. Medium lengths are a good in-between for those who’d like to play around with more styles. You can work with a man bun, the tousled surfer look, and a stylish slick back, all without the maintenance of the longer lengths.
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Trendy vs. timeless list of men's hairstyles
Knowing how to choose a haircut can come down to personal style preference, too. Different cuts reflect different aesthetics and personal identities, making choosing a haircut for round-faced men about more than just difficulty. Cut your hair at home into a shaggy, layered style, and you might be saying you’re laid-back. A slick and styled pompadour is a more traditional look, suited to men who like to get suited and booted. In between those aesthetics is the uppercut, which can be achieved easily at home using the Beardtrimmer 9000 Prestige. Depending on the rest of your look, it can be both timelines and trendy. For inspiration, here’s a list of men's haircuts, both timeless and trendy: Trendy hairstyles for men: Timeless hairstyles for men:
How to find the right hairstyle tools
You’ve viewed our list of men’s haircuts and found the right hairstyle for face shape, hair texture, and maintenance. Now it’s time to keep your look fresh with the right tools. If you’re cutting your hair from home, we recommend the Series 9000 Digital Hair Clipper for a professional finish. The Digital Swipe interface makes it easy to switch between 400 different length settings for a cut that suits your style, while extra sharp coated steel blades make for a sleek cut. For neat edges and sideburns, try the OneBlade Pro 360. With unique OneBlade technology, it easily shaves any length of hair, and the dual-sided design gives you great visibility for accurate lines. It doesn’t get smarter than that.
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