Today society makes high demands on appearance. A successful man should look stylish and modern. Working on his image, he needs to carefully select not only clothes and accessories, but also his hairstyle.
The last few years have seen the peak of popularity for the undercut haircut. She not only looks original, but also allows you to demonstrate impeccable taste. The main feature of this haircut is the sharp transition from short-cropped hair at the bottom of the head to long hair at the top.
Who is this hairstyle suitable for?
Before opting for an undercut hairstyle, you need to see if it matches the things in your wardrobe, whether it fits your lifestyle. It is important to take into account the structure of the hair, their color, as well as the features of the appearance.
Undercut men’s haircut is perfect for men who have:
- thick smooth hair;
- oval / square face shape;
- medium / thin build.
You should not choose this hairstyle for those who:
- elongated / pointed face;
- fine wavy hair;
- large physique.
The haircut is not suitable for adherents of a business style in clothes. With a three-piece suit, it will look out of place. For men of age, hairdressers are also not advised to choose a similar hairstyle. In this case, the haircut will not produce the desired effect: it will make the image of its owner not stylish and modern, but ridiculous and strange.
Varieties of haircuts
Depending on the length of the hair in the upper part, there are two main types of men’s undercut hairstyles:
- On short hair.
- Long hair.
The first option involves extremely short-cut hair in the occipital and temporal regions and strands of medium length at the crown. This hairstyle is simple to perform and to care for. The modern variation is military. We will talk about it below.
The second option involves short hair in the temporal and occipital regions and long strands in the upper part of the head. This hairstyle is difficult not only to perform, but also to take care of. To make your hair look well-groomed and neat, you need to use special cosmetics (mousses, gels, varnishes, etc.).
Whichever type of hairstyle is preferred, it should be remembered that in any case it will help to refresh the image, bring notes of freedom and disobedience to the image.
Undercut haircut technology
To perform a haircut, special tools are required:
- electric machine with a set of nozzles;
- straight scissors;
- comb;
- spray.
It should be remembered that undercut is not the easiest hairstyle, therefore, it is best to entrust the work to an experienced craftsman who is thoroughly familiar with the technology of execution.
In accordance with the instructions, start cutting from the temporal area against the growth of the hair. Next, the area behind is clipped, on the back of the head. At the same time, the master periodically changes the nozzles of the electric machine in order to achieve a smooth transition. So, when cutting the area near the ears, nozzle No. 1 is used (in rare cases — No. 0), the back of the head — No. 2, the crown — No. 3.
An experienced hairdresser, knowing the work process step by step, can refuse to use an electric clipper and perform a haircut with scissors.
Before you cut, you need to determine the length of the hair. The optimal length of the strands before the haircut is 10 cm. This length will allow, firstly, to increase the number of possible types of hairstyles, and secondly, it will help the master to do his job more efficiently and accurately and make the client a stylish styling.
Modern variations
Modern options for undercut haircuts are very diverse. They differ in the length of the hair and in the ways of decorating the temporal region (parting, trimmed drawing, tattoo). Any man will find an option that he likes and fits perfectly into his image.
Short haircut undercut (military)
The military option involves completely shaving the temporal and occipital regions and a short haircut on the upper part of the head. This is simple yet modern hairstyle requires little maintenance. It suits almost everyone, easy to install. This saves a lot of time. The only drawback is the need for frequent visits to the hairdresser to keep the hair in shape. Otherwise, it will look sloppy and sloppy. Military can be effectively styled with a special wax.
Pompadour
This type of undercut is characterized by strands of equal length at the back of the head and temples, and longer at the crown. A distinctive feature of this haircut variation is the hair combed back. So that the strands do not fly apart and keep their shape well, they must be laid using special means. For this purpose, you can use traditional mousse or more modern gel or wax. It is important to remember that the longer the hair, the more stylish and expressive the hairstyle will be.
Undercut on the side with a parting
The only undercut option that is popular with employees of companies with a tight dress code. The fact is that a clear parting line is in perfect harmony with the business style of clothing, allowing a man to look not only stylish, but also solid. For a neat hairstyle, the hair must be styled with mousse. This will give them shine and the desired shape.
Going to the hairdresser, you should not forget: in order for the undercut with a parting to be made with high quality, the minimum length of the strands in the upper part of the head should be 5 cm. Otherwise, the desired effect will not be achieved, and the resulting hairstyle will have nothing to do with the one you wanted would really have.
Undercut with curly hair
Choosing the right hairstyle for unruly curly hair is not easy. Undercut is an option that will solve the problem. On thick curly hair, it will look natural and will not require a lot of time to take care of yourself. In order to make a similar hairstyle, you need to shave (or cut short) the temples and the back of the head, and leave long strands in the upper part of the head. A sharp transition between hair lengths will give your haircut a spectacular, original look. This will allow the man to look stylish and modern.
Creative option
The creative version of the men’s undercut haircut differs from the traditional one in that only one temple is cut short or shaved. On the second, the usual hair length is maintained. At the same time, on the trimmed part of the head, you can shave the original pattern, which will give the hairstyle an extraordinary look. Some men prefer a tattoo to a similar pattern. She makes the image more daring and extraordinary. The owner of a creative version of a classic hairstyle will inevitably attract admiring and interested glances wherever he goes.
Haer
The most common type of men’s haircut is undercut. In this version, there is no abrupt transition from short to long strands, it is smoother and more elegant. Interestingly, Elvis Presley liked this particular hairstyle.
Punk
A very bold type of haircut, which can only be afforded by young people who are distinguished by informal behavior and who want to look daring and defiant. Punk — hairstyle with long hair on the top of the head and clean-shaven temples. This is necessary so that, if desired, a Mohawk can be made from these strands with the help of special means.
Haircut styling
Products suitable for styling undercut hairstyles are selected depending on the hair structure and the type of haircut. You can use mousse, gel, wax.
The main methods are as follows:
- Back… Suitable for all types of haircuts with long strands on the top of the head. If the hair is manageable, it is quite possible to do without fixing strands. Otherwise, it is better to use cosmetics that will help keep the hair in shape and add volume.
- Hedgehog… Suitable for haircuts with short hair at the crown. Apply a little styling product to the strands and comb them up. A stylish hairstyle that matches the free style of clothing is ready.
- Iroquois… This type of styling is only suitable for this type of punk undercut. To style the hair on the crown in a Mohawk, you will need funds with strong hold and the help of a hairdresser or like-minded people.
Hair care
Men’s undercut haircuts require daily grooming. This process will not take much time, and the result will pleasantly surprise you.
Choose your shampoo and conditioner based on your hair type. It is best to consult with your hairdresser before purchasing any care products. It is also better to stock up on styling products. They will help give your hair a well-groomed, neat look.
Undercut requires frequent visits to the hairdresser. If you do not do this, very soon the hairstyle will look strange and messy. The best option is to visit a hairdresser or salon once a month.
The undercut hairstyle has been a leader in beauty salons for a long time. Hairdressers recommend choosing it for a boy. A haircut will make your child feel more mature and confident.
For men who have done such a haircut, a lot of changes in the world around them. They are in the spotlight and attract admiring glances. The hairstyle allows you to show your individuality, to declare yourself.
An undercut haircut should be preferred to confident, ambitious, bright young people. It gives room for creativity, allows you to experiment and opens up new horizons.
