Spiked Mens Hairstyles

Spiky hair isn’t going anywhere but it has certainly evolved since the gelled flattop. For 2013, spiked mens hairstyles are tall, peaked, and matte.

This cool spiky hair requires a haircut that is longer on top than the sides so it can be styled into an wide faux hawk. To style this look, pull hair up and pinch it along the center of head.

To get this matte hairstyle that keeps thick hair up and fine hair from getting greasy, you need to use the best hair product for men. A few professional quality products are Sebastian Microweb Fiber, Bumble and Bumble Sumo Tech, and label.m Matt Paste. Some comparable drugstore products include Got 2b Glued, Axe Styling Cream, and American Crew Defining Paste.

How To Control Spiky Hair?

My hair is naturally spiky and I can’t control it. If I comb my hair it never stays in the same place. Please tell me how to control spiky hair?

- Kathiresan

Hi Kathiresan,

Having hair that stands up is a common problem for men, especially those with short cuts and/or hair that is thick and coarse. The first place to start is your hair cut. Your hair could be sticking up because it’s too short and therefore too light to lie flat. Some are meant to stand up, like the crew cut and Ivy League.

When hair tends to stick up, ask your barber or stylist to find a cut that works with your hair type. Spiky hairstyles and the faux hawk are always in style so going with what your naturally wants to do is one easy option. Many men rely on products to get these looks to stand up, so you could consider yourself lucky!

The next option is to keep growing hair. Longer hair is more manageable, with extra weight that helps it stay down and more surface area for product to adhere to. With added length, you will be able to control hair by slicking it back or across or try out one of these hot hipster hairstyles.

Wearing hair longer on top looks great with an undercut, keeping sides too short to get spiky. With your type, you will need to maintain the undercut with regular visits to the barber or trim it yourself.

The final solution to your issue is hair care. Most people get out of the shower and roughly rub wet hair dry with a towel. This can cause static and frizz, making hair stand up. Instead, use an old t-shirt or microfiber towel to gently pat and squeeze water out of hair.

Blowdrying hair can prevent hair from unwanted spikes. It will only add a few minutes to your day and can make a world of difference. The key to blow drying hair is to work it the direction you want it to go.

Last but not least is product. Gels are often recommended to add or tame spikes but won’t be strong enough. An easy to use and versatile product that will work for any hairstyle you like is Sebastian Microweb Fiber. Or check out some of these best products for thick hair.

Best Products for Spiky Hair

Spiky hair is one mens hairstyle that’s here to stay. Whether it’s inspired by soccer stars, Jersey Shore, or anime, spiky hair is fun, cool, and makes a statement. Here are the best products for spiky hair with tons of hold that also washes out.

In the past, hair gel was synonymous with spiked hair. Modern products have come a long way from the stiff, sticky, flaky versions of the past but gel is still out of favor for spiked dos.

The current product of choice is waxes and pomades. They offer the same hold and are also versatile, pliable, and are easier to wash out. Even better, you’re not limited to just spikes. Wax and pomades can be used to style any look, from slick to messy, or just keep hair in place.

1. Gatsby Moving Rubber Hair Wax

This Japanese product line is one of the top brands for creative and spiky hairstyles. Created with the goal of making any hairstyle a reality, the formula combines maximum hold and moveable texture that can be reshaped at any time. This is absolutely the best choice for coarse Asian hair or anyone with unmanageable thick hair.

The most popular formula is Spiky Edge, with maximum hold and minimum shine. It works for short hair but can also be used to style longer hair into liberty spikes, a mohawk, or any vertical hairstyle. Air Rise is formulated for medium length and longer hair and adds volume in addition to hold. If you’re looking for shine without the gloss, opt for Wild Shake.

2. TIGI Bedhead for Men

A brand to suit most hair needs, Bed Head has several options just for men. Matte Separation Wax Best Products for Spiky Hair is one of the top sellers, featuring with plenty of hold and definition with a natural matte finish. Beeswax and glycerin add style and moisture, preventing drying or flaking. This product also holds up in hot and humid weather.

Another pliable option that can be reformed throughout the day is the Bed Head Hair Wax Stick. The lightweight formula leaves no build-up and washes out easily, make it suitable for thin and fine hair. In addition to the semi-matte finish, the hint of lavender appeals to some but is a deal breaker for others.

3. Star Wax Premium Pomade

Star Wax is known for strong hold and water-soluble products that are pliable and rinse out easily. The blend of oils and herbs have a stimulating and designer fragrance. The thickest formula with the most hold is Crystal with all the shine of the original. For a matte finish with the same strong hold, there is the Star Wax Clay formula.

All of these products work for all types of straight hair, from fine to thick. For men with thick, coarse hair – if these products aren’t working for you the problem could be your haircut. Thinning out hair with some layering will make those spiked looks achievable.

How to Style Spiky Hair with Wax or Pomade

1. Place a pea-sized dab of product on the palm of one hand. Rub hands together, spreading the product evenly across the palms and between fingers until it is heated up and transparent.

2. Work the wax into hair, starting from the nape of the neck and moving up to the forehead.

3. Using fingers, work hair up. Use a comb for a precise finish or twist strands of hair between fingers for a textured look.

4. If necessary, add more wax. Always start with a small amount of wax, adding more in stages. Over-application will create greasy, chunky hair.

5. Finally, make sure to seal the jar tightly. These products dry out quickly when exposed to air.

James Bond Hair for the Holidays

Go Bond for the party season! Whether you’re wearing a tuxedo or best Christmas sweater, add dapper sophistitcation with slick James Bond hair.

Slick hair has been seen everywhere in 2012 – from Mad Men to hipsters to CEOs. The look will still be going strong in 2013, with this slick comb over seen with the spring collections for John Galliano, Dior Homme, Gucci, and Dries Van Noten.

It’s an easy to style look that suits every man. With shorter hair, the look will be close to the head. With longer hair, you can add height or add a quiff (keeping sides tight to emphasize height). This looks great with curly hair too – leave hair natural for a clean cut yet slightly unruly look.

The key for all hair types is product. You want hold and a hint of shine but no wet look (touchable hair is key). For straight hair, try Menscience Matte Hair Styling Pomade. Curly haired gents will benefit from investing in a product like Aveda Brilliant Humectant Pomade. And if you have thick or coarse hair, American Crew Pomade will tame hair into any style.

Best Mens Hair Products – The One That’s Easy To Use!

Don’t get overwhelmed by all the haircuts, hairstyles and best mens hair products you see and read about here! If you’re want to try out styling mens hair into new looks, here’s where to start.

When you’re just starting to style mens hair, you want an easy to use product that you can’t screw up. Stay away from gels that tend to get crunchy, pomades that can be too shiny, and heavy waxes that can make hair greasy. These products are great but require a light touch and some experience.

What you want is foolproof product that gives you cool hair with looks totally natural. Whether you’re a mens hairstyle newbie or pro, one of the top stylist recommended and best products for mens hair is Sebastian Microweb Fiber.

You get lots of texture, separation, and all day hold. This elastic texturizer is flexible and matte and never leaves hair sticky, crunchy, or crusty. So use Sebastian Microweb Fiber to get the cool messy look, spiked up hair, slicked back hair, or any look you dream up.

Have fun! The worst that can happen is you have to wash hair and start over.

Cool Mens Hair 2013

From Mad Men to James Bond, it’s been all about slick hair for men on screen and off. There is still plenty of room to get creative with this mens hairstyle trend.

This cool mens hair 2013 pulls together the top trends in mens fashion for an expected hairstyle that’s totally polished. Here’s how to get the look:

There are two kinds of slicked back hair – with and without a side part. This cool mens hair 2013 parts hair about an inch off center, dividing the hairstyle into two distinct sections.

The second trend this hairstyle is working is height. Thick hair is worked up as high as possible before being slicked back. The slight angle and subtle streaks add drama to this otherwise clean cut look.

Last, it’s all about shine. Using a product that provides hold and some gloss adds sophistication to the look. Try:

• Axe Shine Pomade
• American Crew Pomade For Hold And Shine
• MOP Glisten High Shine Pomade

Hipster Hair: The Product to Use

Whether you wear it slick or spiked, hipster hair is the must have look for 2013. The only question is what product to use?

Here’s how to style hipster hair for men and the best pomade.

Baxter of California has been making grooming products for men since 1965 with ahead of their time natural ingredients that remain popular today. To get just the look you want, for every hair type, by mixing and matching different formulas, like:

Baxter of California Clay Pomade provides strong hold with a matte finish with the subtle fragrance of beeswax, fennel oil, and sage oil.

Baxter of California Cream Pomade provides lighter hold that keeps every hair in place. This formula works for fine hair that tends to be frizzy as well as moisturizes curly and wavy hair.

These products can be used a few different ways. As usual, rub a small amount of pomade between hands and work through hair.  Apply to damp hair for the wet look with a shiny finish or to dry hair for a natural looking matte finish.

Use more pomade for extra hold, taller styles like the pompadour, and thick hair. The pliable product can be reshaped and worked throughout the day or night as required. Customize your style, hold, and finish by blending the two products in various ratios.

What is a Stylish and Professional Hipster Hair Style?

Hello, I have visited your website so many times but I don’t know what kinds of hairstyle will suit me. Can you suggest a haircut? I am thinking of a hipster hair style which looks stylish at the same time professional. I have short hair that is thick and coarse but am growing it longer. I hope I would get the best outcome!! Thank you! - Kushal

Hi Kushal,

I want to suggest to you number one men’s haircut of 2013 works for all hair types and face shapes while being stylish and professional. I don’t know how long your hair is but this cut should work while you are growing your hair longer. I’ll start by showing you this excellent hipster haircut and describe how to make if work for you.

Haircuts this seasons play with the long on top-short sides and back by wearing hair extra long and tall on top and shaving sides into an undercut. There are many variations on this cut that work for shorter hair as well as hair that tends to wave or curl. The sides can also be worn longer or shorter, depending on how much you want to emphasize the undercut or blend in at work.

Below is the same cut styled for work. All it takes is bringing down the height and messiness. You can also wear hair slicked straight back or across for an even more professional and formal look.

Another way to make this cut fit in at a more corporate work environment is to wear the undercut lower on the head, so it stops at the top of the ears rather than at the forehead. There are many examples in this latest mens hairstyles gallery.

Bring a photo or several with you to a stylist or barber and they will customize the cut for your hair type, face shape, and lifestyle. They can also recommend the best products to get the look. For coarse hair, we recommend the strong hold power of  Bumble and Bumble Sumo Tech or Sebastian Microweb Fiber and Gatsby Moving Rubber Spiky Edge Hair Wax for very hard to style hair.

Last but not least, looking professional is more about staying clean cut than any particular hairstyle. Make sure that hair is clean and styled everyday and to get regular trims to clean up the sides of hair and especially the neck area. With good grooming, the most hip and stylish cuts are work appropriate.

Too Cool for School: 5 Best Men’s Hairstyles for Fall 2013

It’s official. With the passing of Labor Day, summer is on it’s way out. School is back in session and your boss is back from vacation. The best way to make the most of fall 2013 is get back to school and work in style. Here are the top 5 too cool for school mens hairstyles. And there’s one more item to add to the back to school/university/work shopping list: product.

If you already embraced the undercut this summer, it’s probably high time for a trim. The cut look best with regular upkeep, keeping those sides shaved tight. This time around, hang on to any extra length on the top and style it into this slicked across look.

For ultra fine hair like the gentleman above, stick to lightweight products with a matte finish. The high sheen finish that works for thick will just look greasy and flat. We recommend using a styling cream like men-u Create and Shape or ultra popular and versatile pomades from from American Crew or MenScience.

If you’re looking for a high style-low effort cut, keep things simple and short. This isn’t one of these free solar calculator back-to-school haircuts from Great Clips but an expertly textures and shaped number. Angled cutting on top and short sides give this short style an edge.Style it into a faux hawk with Caesar bangs as above, bedhead messy, or just leave it if you’re in a hurry.

The same mens hairstyles for 2013 work for curly and wavy hair. The undercut is an easy and cool way to tame unruly hair. With the back and sides freshly shaved, the top can left messy. Just add a little product to enhance curls, block frizz, and add control, like American Crew Curl Control, Kerastase Nutritive Oleo-Curl, or Kevin Murphy Easy Rider. Or for a no fuss-no muss cut, just go short.

The shaggy mop-top cut is always in style for rockers, artists, and guys with straight hair. For a modern update on the Beatlesque-indie hair, keep the bangs long and the back and sides short. To keep hair in place, work a light hold product through damp hair. American Crew Classic Ultramatte adds just enough hold while conditioning hair and protecting against damage.

Another style that is here to stay is Morissey and Johnny Cash-inspired high volume coif. Their epic hair matched their larger than life personas. If you want to make the same statement, keep growing hair long and find the right product and routine to get hair to stand straight up. This quiff is best suited to thick hair but can work for other hair types as well.

The first step in achieving this look is blow-drying. It down’t take long and makes hair more malleable, ready to do your bidding. Next, rub a strong hold product through hair. Kevin Murphy Night Rider will work for thick hair or use his Gritty Business formula for finer hair. Both are ultra malleable for easy touch ups throughout the day, have a matte finish, and easily wash out with water. Then, using finger and/or a fine tooth comb, work hair up all around.

How to Style Hipster Hair for Guys

This isn’t Don Draper’s slicked back hair. This cool hairstyle is vintage with a modern update of height, tight sides and back, and often a beard. This hairstyle looks great but is a different beast than spiky and messy styles of the past. Here’s everything you deed to know about how to style hipster hair.

• A hair dryer
• Volumizing mousse
• Semi-matte paste – The right product depends on hair type as well as how dry to oily your hair happens to be. You may have to try a few brands and formulas to  find the best one for you. Some good options to start with are Aveda Control Paste, American Crew Pliable Molding Cream, or Axe Messy Look Paste.

Start with freshly washed, towel-dried hair and apply a dollop of Volumizing mousse. Begin blow-drying while using your fingers to brush hair in the direction you want it to go, back and to the side.

When hair is completely dry, heat up your product of choice by rubbing it between the palms. Run the paste over the top of hair and sides, guiding hair into position. If you want a more polished look use a comb.

How to Style Mens Medium Length Hair

This full bodied and longer mens haircut needs a little attention to look its best. Here’s how to style mens medium length hair. Styling starts in the shower with the right shampoo. To get the most of medium hair, use a volumizing shampoo and conditioner that gives lift, especially to fine and straight hair. Towel dry hair rub a volumizing product through hair, from roots to tips.

One highly rated and easy to use product that adds makes hair bigger and thicker is Kevin Murphy Anti Gravity. From here, you can blow dry hair, working hair in the direction you want it to lay or let it air dry. Finish with another dab of product rubbed through the fringe at the crown to pull hair to one side and keep it in place.

Robert Pattinson Hair

The gravity defying bed head-inspired Robert Pattinson hair comes from the right cut and styling tools and product. That’s right, this vampires use hair dryers. This hairstyle works best with fine to medium straight hair, though with extra hold product like Woody’s Quality Grooming Web Robert Pattinson Hair can help anyone get the look.

In the haircut, jagged layers help achieve this textured look. Messy hair should only be on top so keep the sides and back cut short or slick them back. To style the hair, dry shampoo adds volume and hold while absorbing oil without damaging hair.

Next up is gel, adding sparingly to avoid the crusty look that comes from using too much. Finally, a blowdryer will cut down styling time and help achieve height. To train hair to stand up, try blow drying with your head upside down and combing through hair with fingers. For more coiffed versions of this look, try one of these high volume quiffs.

Indie Hair Cuts

Messy and almost overgrown indie hair has been the hairstyle for artists, rockers, and stars since Oscar Wilde. Fast forward to Mick Jagger, Chace Crawford, and your favorite indie rocker.

The look works for all hair types – straight, wavy, curly and fine or thick. To get indie hair cuts, let your hairdresser know which band’s look your going for (singer, drummer, or guitar player).

It’s about have lots of length on top to play with top, blending into the sides. You can go shorter on the sides as well but avoid the hard line of the undercut.

Styling indie hair is as laid back as it look. Your hair is already cut to work with your hair type, so let your hair do the work. All you need to do is run a dab of pomade through hair and push it into place with your fingers. Disheveled is the best way to rock the look, adding to the devil may care attitude indie hair cuts exude.

For the product, choose a pomade that works with your hair type. Look for something that gives hold, texture, and a hint of shine. For regular hair,  Get Groomed Finishing Cream By Redken for Men is a quality product available at most stores. For wavy or curly hair, a great product from a reliable brand is Toni and Guy Label.m Curl Cream. You can find it on-line or the salon.

5 Best Tips for Mens Long Hairstyles

Mens long hairstyles are one of the signature rebellious looks. Wearing hair long, as seen on Johnny Depp, Jared Leto (as 90s heart throb Jordan Catalano and now), and Alexander Skarsgård, the message is one of individuality and non-conformity.

1. It’s a Hairstyle – Mens long hair isn’t about waiting too long between haircuts but committing to a medium or long hairstyle. As seen above, hair is almost uniformly chin length. There are no shaggy bangs or overgrown hair at the neck.

2. The Part – For a more sophisticated take on mens long hairstyles, part hair to one side. The “butt cut” is flattering as an exception, not the rule.

3. The Wash – Longer hair will reveal exactly how you’re treating it so treat it right. For most people, the daily shampoo is too much – it dries out hair and can cause breakage.

Unless your hair looks greasy without the daily wash, start skipping a day of shampoo and extending that until its every 4 day or even once a week (supposedly Robert Pattinson only washes every 6 weeks). This is especially important for curly hair.

4. Conditioner - If you don’t already, it’s time to add conditioner to your shower routine (this step can replace shampoo on most days). You can choose conditioner for your hair type and/or the sensory experience.

Some of the best and best smelling conditioners for men are American Crew Tea Tree Conditioner, Redken Mens Cool Finish Conditioner, and Woody’s Quality Grooming Daily Conditioner.

5. Product – With longer hair, you’re going to need product – no matter what your hair type (fine, straight, wavy, thick, curly). The extra length is an asset for curly or wavy hair, just add something like Kevin Murphy Easy Rider to minimize unwanted frizz and bring out natural curl.

Straight and fine hair, like the image above, use something light like Sebastian Potion No. 9 Light Styler Treatment tame fly aways. For thicker hair or to style slicked back hair, try a pomade such as D:fi D:struct Pliable Molding Creme.

Medium Hair for Men – Preppy Hair

So you want to look like you’re straight out of a Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, or Lacoste ad? Preppy hair, according to the WASP 101 definition, is worn with a side part and a swoop to one side. It’s not long and not short but medium hair for men.

This is the perfect length hair to wear slicked up or across. For an easy going and casual look, wear this preppy hair for men.

Take a break from all the styling product and wear hair down and even a bit messy. All you need to do is air dry hair, part it with a comb, and work in a touch of light weight product like American Crew Light Hold Texture Lotion and you’re all set.

Preppy hair for men is a hip look for men with straight or thick hair. Wear hair coiffed for work or more tousled after hours. Mix things up by wearing hair in a pompadour or slicked up tall.

How to Style Medium Length Hair Men

You’ve grown the hair, not what to do with it? Here’s how to style medium length hair men.

We’ve said it before and we’re going to say it again. Don’t overwash hair. Unless hair gets greasy by the end of the day, protect hair by skipping every other shampoo. Better yet, opt for a sulfate free formula like L’Oreal EverPure or Aveeno Pure Renewal.

What you do need to do everyday though is condition hair. For medium men’s hair, go for a lightweight option like one of the American Crew formulas. Hair will be soft and moisturized and is easier to style.

Some of the iconic men’s hairstyles require medium length men’s hair. Think the ultra tall Johnny Cash pompadour, Elvis’s slick look, or even punk inspired spikes.

With the added length and fullness of longish hair, starting with the right product is key to styling medium hair. For finer hair, which is often lighter in color, a light hold cream will do the trick. Some of the best products for medium hair include American Crew Light Hold Styling Cream and Kiehl’s Creme With Silk Groom. For thicker hair or straight and coarse looks, go for a stronger hold product like Bumble and Bumble Sumo Wax, American Crew Fiber and Aveda Mens Grooming Clay.

With the right product you’re all set to style hair as you like. The hottest mens hair for 2013 is the slick look, as seen above. With medium hair, you can add a side part and comb hair across. Or go for some Jack Donaghy CEO hair by slicking hair up and back.

If you have medium length curly hair, or wavy, the same guidelines apply but check out these best products for curly hair.

Long Spiky Hair

Having longer hair doesn’t mean you can’t wear it up and spiked! Here are 3 ways to get long spiky hair!

If you’re looking for tall spikes, inspiration comes from all over. The punk , anime, and Kpop idols. Getting gravity defining hair can call for extreme measures.

One of the favorite ways to style a mohawk is with a white school glue like Elmers. Use it just like you would hair product, apply it in light layers so it can dry. A few other old remedies to get oversized spikes include gelatin (unflavored!) and egg whites.

If you’re not interested in applying school supplies or food to hair, check out these best products for long spiky hair.

A favorite for the creative and bold hairstyles in seen in Asia is Gatsby Moving Rubber Spiky Edge Hair Wax, which can coax thick and coarse hair into any hairstyle you can dream up.

For a drugstore option, check out Schwartzkopf affordable and effective Got2B line of products, especially Got 2b Glued. And last is the always favorite,  Bumble and Bumble Sumo Tech which can spike up any hair.

Messy Hair Look

That ruffled surfer hair exudes effortless cool. It says you have better things to do than spend time on hair. If you didn’t just get done with your extreme sport of choice and want to look great, here’s how to get the messy hair look.

The key to every hairstyle is the underlying haircut. To get the perfectly messy hair look requires a textured cut, which means hair is cut to different lengths in different places.

Above, you can see how different length pieces sit at different angles, some longer and some shorter, for a tousled but not disheveled look. His hair is also undercut, with close cropped sides that accentuate the height of hair and keep the messy look clean cut.

The final piece of the puzzle is product. Starting with clean damp hair, you want to add a little of the right product for your hair type. The best products for messy hair are matte and give a piecey shaggy look. Try Garnier Fructis Surf Hair, FX Surf Head Paste, or for thicker hair TIGI Matte Separation Wax.