The Best 6 Men’s Haircuts For a Fresh Start

Want a new hairstyle but have no idea? Which men’s hairstyles are trending, and what do you need to tell your hairdresser?

Hardly anything is as individual and can be worn and styled according to your taste as your hair. Therefore, a change in style is usually the deciding factor when you try out a new hairstyle. If one of your resolutions, besides exercising more or eating healthier, is to makeover your appearance, then changing your hairstyle is the best way to start. Admit it, it always takes some courage. That’s not the only reason why it’s important to know what’s popular in hairstyles in 2024. That’s why here is our trend forecast for the coming months.

Which men’s hairstyles will be trendy in 2024?

The main thing is casual: no matter how long your hair is, in 2024 it should be as loose as possible. After the precise fade cuts of the past few years with ultra-short sides and precisely shaved partings, looks with soft contours are now popular.

Does that mean men now wear their hair wilder?

I would like to work with the given texture and style it in a casual, natural way. Anyone who has curls will have a clear advantage in 2024: men’s hairstyles with curls are very popular right now. Even men’s perms are coming back.

How cool does that look? Scroll through the 2024 hairstyle trends below or click through the hairstyle gallery above and see for yourself.

Is long hair trendy for men?

Yes, even more than ever. During the pandemic and the associated lockdowns, many men let their hair grow and then stopped cutting it. The long look is now worn very layered, with extreme differences in length. This way, there is some play and texture in the hair, and it doesn’t hang flat.

Do you want to grow your hair? With these transitional hairstyles, it works.

Which trend from last year will we still see in 2024?

2024 will continue to be a barber year—and even more extreme than before. The trend is towards more casual, but still very well-groomed looks. While half of the men now prefer wild, long hair, many men want to do a lot more with the hair on their heads and faces.

What is no longer possible this year?

Undercuts and bright, unnatural colors are no longer an issue. Bangs that reach low over the eyes are neither fashionable nor practical in 2024. But also the opposite: straight-cut bangs in the Prince Valiant look are a no-go.

Hairstyle trend for men: long hair in a surfer look

What do I say to my hairdresser? Nothing at all at first, because the hair has to grow now. By the way, we have written a separate article on how to accelerate hair growth. If the strands reach your chin, you’re asking for a “men’s bob” with strong layers in the top hair, at the back of the head, and around the face. You then let the mat grow further until the hair extends over your shoulders.

How do I style it? For the popular rough structure, spray salt spray into the lengths and let the hair air dry or blow dry while kneading and twirling individual strands. The result is too wild, and do you prefer something more classic? Then simply rub some styling balm in your hands and gently stroke it over your hair.

When do I have to recut? Due to the length and the steps, the cut does not grow out visibly. To keep the tips healthy, you should still trim them every 3 months.

Trendy haircut for curls: short sides with longer top hair

What do I say to my hairdresser? Ask for short sides that get longer toward the top of the hair. If the professional cuts the curls wet, the bangs should reach approximately to the tip of the nose; they curl up when dry and then end up at eye level.

How do I style it? Whether natural or permed, curls tend to dry out quickly. To ensure that the hair retains its bounce, always use a nourishing conditioner and distribute a drop of hair oil—because it is not greasy—in the top hair before styling. Then rub a wax with a slight shine into your hands and twist individual strands into shape with your fingers. Start with a little product, rub it well into your fingers, and add more wax if necessary. This prevents you from smearing too much product into your curls and making them too heavy and shiny.

When do I have to recut? Curls hide a cut that has grown out. To ensure that the contour stays in shape, you should still go to the hairdresser every 6–8 weeks.

Hairstyle trend for short hair: the Brit-pop look

What do I say to my hairdresser? Keep it short: fringed on the sides and neck; layered top hair that gets longer towards the front and extends just above the eyebrows.

How do I style it? Add a pea-sized amount of matt paste to damp hair for volume and the popular rough texture. Blow the hair forward. Leave the comb and brush on the left; otherwise, it will look too styled. Rub a small dab of styling paste into your hands again and twirl individual strands into shape between your fingers.

When do I have to recut? Approximately every 4 to 6 weeks to keep the contours looking well-groomed. At the latest, when the bangs cover the eyebrows.

Medium-length men’s hairstyle for natural curls

What do I say to my hairdresser? You say that you want to emphasize your natural curl and want medium-length curls with lots of shine. The ears should be half covered, and the eyebrows should still be visible.

How do I style it? Proper care is more important than styling. The curlier the structure, the more moisture the hair needs. A good moisturizing shampoo and a nourishing conditioner are therefore absolute musts. A small dab of hair oil (apply carefully so that it doesn’t get too greasy!) gives shine and ensures that the curls don’t become frizzy. Finally, rub a styling cream with a subtle shine into your hands and twirl the curls into shape.

When do I have to recut? Curls appear to grow slower because they curl so much. This requires patience when growing, but gives you plenty of time between hairdressing appointments. Cutting every 3 months is enough if you take good care of it.

Trendy haircut: Easy Flow

What do I say to my hairdresser? The forehead area should extend at least to the tip of the nose. Towards the sides, the hair becomes shorter and shorter, with no visible edge. The ears remain free.

How do I style it? While blow-drying, blow the hair back with a small amount of mousse. When everything is completely dry, warm a pea-sized blob of mattifying pomade between your palms and run your fingers through the top hair with your fingers spread. Do not use any other products; otherwise, the look will quickly appear stiff instead of effortless.

When do I have to recut? Make sure that the hairdresser textures the ends, i.e., cuts them slightly fringed. This means that the cut is less accurate and does not grow out too quickly. Trimming every 6 to 8 weeks is enough.

Timeless short haircuts for men

What do I say to my hairdresser? Demand a classic men’s haircut with flowing transitions from the long top hair to the very short sides. This style never goes out of style!

How do I style it? Put a dab of hair paste in the palms of your hands, rub it together, and gently push the hair back with your fingers spread—this is how you get the trendy nineties look. Optionally fixed with hairspray, but never concrete.

When do I have to recut? The short sides grow out quickly, so you should visit your hairdresser every 3–4 weeks.

Are you looking for a new hairstyle? Then go to the hairdresser, take your smartphone out of your pocket, open this page, show your favorite look and instructions, and nothing can go wrong.