Hair-scaping for the Shape of Your Face
May 8th
As you think about your hairstyle, and that of other men you know, you may discover some interesting facts about men’s hairstyles and facial shapes. Most men have square facial shapes, but there are many different shapes, as well. Even if you had a rounder face when you were young, or if you lose some of your square chin due to age or weight gain, you will still have some square influence in the planes of your face.
Use Men’s Hairstyles to Compliment Your Face
May 8th
Not all men have square faces; some may have what is known as a modified square/rectangular facial shape. The most flattering men’s hairstyles for those with modified square facial shapes include a layered hairstyle or messy bangs.
Selecting a Men’s Short Hairstyle
May 8th
If you have a men’s short hairstyle, you may spend a lot of time getting your look the way you want it. A good hairstyle is often the first thing that people will notice when they look at you, so there’s nothing wrong with spending a bit more time to make sure you look as good as you can. An excellent hairstyle can generate interest in your appearance, especially by members of the opposite sex.
Men’s Medium Hairstyles for Thick Hair
May 7th
These days, medium thick hairstyles for men will give you a special style and an air of self-confidence. You can keep a bit of your boyish charm when you utilize medium hair styles, and they are an excellent way to impress your special woman.
Find a New Look with Men’s Medium Hairstyles
May 7th
Men’s medium hairstyles will help to enhance the structure of your face. Although men style their hair in many different ways, medium haircuts are some of the favourites. Some men can be as concerned about their appearance as women are, it’s not something necessarily reserved for one sex or the other. A medium hairstyle looks good on many men because these styles give them a look that’s different from everyone else. On the other hand, some of these styles give men a more raw and rugged look. It all depends on the facial structure and how your medium hairstyle accentuates your look.
Special Wedding Hairstyles for Men
May 3rd
It’s that special day and you need a hairstyle that will make you feel as elegant as you look. For your wedding hairstyle, a side part is a flattering style that works especially well for special occasions like this. Select a different style if you happen to have a higher forehead, in order not to accentuate it. To create a fashionable hairstyle, you can simply use pomade and a comb. Work a bit of product into your hair – not too much – and then make a sharply defined part. Then slick the hair down on each side of your head, which will help to create a bit of a lift in the front.
Short hairstyles are the name of the game in 2010, and this can extend to your wedding day, as well. If your hair is curly, this will require a bit more work on your part to define and control your style. Especially in humid and hot weather, curly hair has a tendency to become unruly. Use quality hair products to make sure this doesn’t happen to you on your wedding day.
Talk with your barber about a cut that is fairly short all over, and then use a gel that is light in weight to smooth through your hair on the day of your wedding. Shape the curls into the right place with your fingers, and then let your hair air-dry for a healthy and slightly wet-looking style.
If you want a formal hairstyle that is a bit longer, this can work well on your wedding day, too. Have your barber cut your hair in a way that will allow it to stand up a bit, but still follow your head’s contours. You don’t want to over-style, but you will want to use a bit of styling product that will also add to the health of your hair and scalp.
Styling your hair for your wedding will surely involve more mirror time than usual. Although you will want to use certain hair care products, you don’t need any special skills to create the style you want. Use only a bit of product and make sure you know how your style works before the big day, so your hair will look every bit as nice as you do.
Handy Tips for Professional Men’s Hairstyles
Apr 21st
Is your haircut as professional, stylish and low-maintenance as you’d like it to be? The big trend of the summer of 2010 will be the classic look that doesn’t require a lot of effort to style. This look is also quite appropriate for professional workplaces. You may feel that making sure your haircut fits your facial features is more important than following trends, and that is a valid concern. Choosing the right products and using the skills of a professional hairstylist will also go a long way in giving you a medium or short hairstyle that flatters your face and is also easy to maintain.
If you have curly hair, find a hairstylist who will be able to work with it. Men with curly hair should always consult their barber or hairdresser about the style they want and how best to achieve that style. Your hairdresser should also use the proper techniques and tools, like feather-razor cutting and the use of shears.
The first thing you’ll want to do if you want to colour your hair in addition to updating your style, is to visit a professional. Home dye jobs may give you less than satisfactory results since it can be tricky to find the right colour. To make sure that you keep your hair colour preserved, you’ll want to protect it against the damaging rays of the sun. To do this you should switch to a shampoo that is specially made for coloured hair.
If you are looking for male celebrities who have styles similar to what you’re looking for, David Beckham is always trendy and not afraid to change. He changes his style now and then, and you should feel free to do the same. Mature males can also look at celebrity photographs of men like Al Pacino or George Clooney for great haircuts. In addition, Andrew James Allen is now wearing a bit of a longer hairstyle with a part on the side that looks quite flattering on younger men.
Taking Care of Your Men’s Summer Highlights
Apr 21st
Summer is nearly upon us, and you’ll feel better lying by a beach if you have highlights to accentuate your summer hairstyle. In addition, you’ll want to keep your hair healthy so it looks shiny and beautiful even during the summer months. Summer is the favourite season of many because of its higher temperatures and hours of sunshine. So, you’ll want to take extra care of your hair, especially if it’s highlighted.
Wind, sun and humidity are hair’s enemies and are found in abundance during the summer. If you don’t properly care for your hair in the summer, you may get frizzy, lifeless hair with split ends.
It’s a good idea in the summer months to let your hair relax and breathe, especially if you’ve had hair highlights done for the season. Letting your hair air-dry instead of using a blow dryer is an excellent way to let your hair have a break. If you air-dry your hair it can help protect it from damages caused by the extreme temperature of blow dryers. If you use a blow dryer in the summer, it’s best to use deep conditioners on your short or medium hairstyle in order to protect them from the excessive heat.
You can pamper your men’s hairstyle with special treatments that can easily be made at home. These natural remedies work wonders to revitalize your hair in the summertime, and to restore its suppleness and luster. If you do this your hair will have fewer tangles and it will be more moisturized.
If you apply jojoba oil on your hair ends, it is a great way to help prevent dry hair and split ends. Coconut or olive oil masks will also bring new life to your hair, in a natural way. Just rub a bit into your hair and scalp, cover with plastic for several minutes, and wash it out with a mild and moisturizing shampoo.
During the hot summer, your hair may become flat and limp, so you can add some extra volume by using a shampoo with volumizers. Be sure to drink lots of water, too, so that your body – and thus your hair – will remain well-hydrated.
Must Have Products for Mens Hairstyles
Apr 21st
Men’s hairstyling products can help you to alter the texture or shape of your hair. Shampoo products help keep your hair clean and free of excess oils. Older soaps can often leave a residue that makes hair look dull and causes irritation to the scalp. These days, shampoos have many ingredients that will help your hair look and feel its best.
Men’s hairstyling products originated in the 1920′s, which was roughly around the same time that commercial shampoos were first made. Brylcreem was one product created during that time period, and thus began a revolution in the products used for men’s grooming. The water, beeswax and mineral oil gave hair a wet look and helped hair to hold its style. As we moved into the 1970′s, more men desired a drier look, and so other products were created to offer positive holding properties as well as to support various textures in men’s hair. Today, there are multi-million dollar companies that continually bring out new products like wax, paste, sprays, gels and mousse.
Make sure you use top quality grooming products as a part of your normal grooming routine, because no matter how well you dress, your hair will always command attention. The variety of hair products that are geared toward men is growing, but your hairstylist can probably recommend good products for your type of hair, so you don’t have to wander up and down the hair care aisle at the store.
Select hair products carefully to help prevent early baldness and to ensure your hair remains healthy. Your scalp still needs to be clean even if you are genetically predisposed to lose a lot of hair after you hit thirty. Cleansing shampoos and moisturizing conditioners will help keep your scalp and hair clean and well-conditioned. If you can get by with lighter styling products, like creams or pastes, they will help give you a more natural look. Be sure to keep in mind that putting excessive or heavy products into your hair can be as damaging as not treating your hair at all.
If your hair is thinning, there are products that can help with that as well. You can find helpful products in the consistency of shampoos, lotions and serums, all designed to help you keep your natural hair for as long as you can.
