If youโve been endowed with curly hair, then youโll love this list of our favorite haircuts for men with curly hair.
Curly hair is one of the most unique hair types. Itโs rich with texture in a way that few other hair types are.
As with all things, thereโs a flip side. It can be tough for guys with curly hair to find new styles, especially since many hairstyles are meant for straight or wavy hair.
Curly hair can be unruly and tough to work it, so many men feel that they have to stick to the same old style in order to tame their hair.
But it doesnโt have to be that way. If you have curly hair, you can actually do a lot with it, and thatโs what we hope to show you with this list of our favorite curly hairstyles for men.
Interested? Read on for our top 8 curly looks of 2023.
This list is broken down into two sections for short and long hairstyles. If you already know what length you want, feel free to skip ahead to that section.
Short Hairstyles for Men with Curly Hair
Curly hair can be hard to work with, so if you have insanely curly hair that puts up a fight, youโll probably prefer a shorter style.
Luckily, short curly hairstyles for men can look fantastic. Check out these styles to see what I mean.
#1: Controlled Curls
If you like your curls but also find them tricky to handle, consider this hairstyle. It gives you the best of both worlds by keeping the back and sides short but allowing the hair on top to grow out a bit.
This style looks longer than it is because curly hair is naturally voluminous. This means you can get a lot of body and movement with only a small amount of hair.
#2: Curly Undercut
The undercut is one of the most versatile menโs hairstyles; thatโs why you see it on practically every hairstyle list (including our own). Itโs a true testament to the undercutโs staying power that itโs also a great style for curly haired men.
This undercut variation is shorter than other undercuts, but again, the curliness of the hair adds volume.
The sides and back stay tight to keep everything tidy and minimal. This is a great choice if youโre looking for something thatโs appropriate for both casual and professional situations.
#3: Cropped Shag
When you think of shaggy hair, you either think of really messy hair or the Scooby-Doo character. However, the shag doesnโt have to be an unruly โdo, and this neatly cropped shag proves it.
The characteristics of a traditional shag haircut are still here, but the hair isnโt out of control.
This haircut suits all types of curly hair, from loose curls to tight ringlets. If youโre after a short, low maintenance cut but still want your hairโs natural texture to shine through, this just might be the style for you.
#4: Loose Ringlets
Hereโs a hairstyle for those of you reading who have incredibly curly hair that takes the form of small, tight ringlets. This hair type is often loose by nature, so choosing a similarly loose hairstyle will complement it.
As with most styles, the sides and back are shortened with clippers, but the hair on top grows out and forward a bit, forming a makeshift fringe. This keeps the hair relatively short while still showing off your hairโs curliness.
#5: Curly Fringe
Got big, loose curls? Show them off with this curly fringe style. This cut features an eye-catching explosion of curls at the front that creates loads of texture and motion.
However, this style does have a specific time and place. Itโs meant for casual situations where you want to give your hair some flair, not for professional atmospheres that require you to dress business casual and up.
Keep that in mind before you rush into the barberโs chair to get this look!
Long Curly Hairstyles for Men
Okay, keeping it short is fine, but sometimes you want to spotlight your hairโs curliness. Thatโs where longer hairstyles come in.
Here are our picks for the best long menโs curly hairstyles:
#6: Thick Curls
Looking for something with a bit more volume to show off your curls? You might be interested in this longer style that takes full advantage of the hairโs curliness to create body and volume.
Itโs another versatile look that can be worn in many situations.
Even though this is a longer style, itโs not messy. Everythingโs still neat and in its place. If you have naturally messy or tangled hair, then this style will amplify that texture, so be aware of that.
#7: Large Textured Curls
If youโre of Middle Eastern descent and have looser curly hair, check out this style. Itโs similar to the previous style, but this one is grown out more and is more suited for hair with larger curls.
This haircut offers a nice balance of volume and length. Again, the volume comes from the hairโs natural body, so you donโt need to use any volumizing products.
#8: Long Messy Curls
With their unique hair types, black men can sport distinctive haircuts that practically no one else can. Of course, this can also present a challenge, but these hair types are actually pretty easy to work with if you know what to do.
This look is one of our favorite curly hairstyles for black men. Itโs simple yet impactful, allowing the hair to naturally hang loose. (And for those of you who know Andre Walker terminology, this is ideal for 4a hair.)
Conclusion
That wraps up our list of the 8 best curly hairstyles for men. I hope this has helped you find some inspiration for your next look.
Are you going to ask your barber for one of these next time? Let us know what youโll be rocking in the comments below!
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