Figuring out hair trends is the easy part—it’s deciphering what works for you that can get tricky. That’s where AXE Hair Celebrity Groomer Amy Komorowski comes in. After styling the manes of Eddie Redmayne, Ryan Reynolds, and Adam Driver, the New York City-based pro knows exactly what haircuts are cool for this fall. And even better, whom they work for. These are the five haircuts to keep in mind this season, and how to make them work for you with products you can find in your local drugstore’s beauty aisle. SEE ALSO:Best Haircuts For Guys With Thinning Hair
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The Natural and Curly Look
As seen on: Odell Beckham Jr., Michael B. JordanFlattering for: Angular face shapes.Best for: Naturally curly or coarse, textured hair. Hair also must have some length to achieve this look.How to style it: “Find a great barber who understands fading and blending techniques,” Komorowski says. “Grow hair out to create length on top and have your barber keep the sides and back tight, fading to the length on top. Skip shampooing and use conditioner to keep the hair from getting too big or poofy. Add a bit of pomade, like AXE Clean Cut Look Classic Pomade ($6.99, axe.us), for some shine and separation.”
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Textured Fringe
As seen on: Dutch actor Michiel HuismanFlattering for: Oval or square face shapes.Best for: Straight to wavy hair with 2-3 inches of fringe to work withHow to style it: “While hair is still wet, use a cream, like AXE Understated Natural Cream ($6.99, axe.us), and comb through with fingers,” suggests Komorowski. “Tousle hair and mess it up with your fingers in a side-to-side motion. Add in some texturizing salt spray and scrunch the sides, both the front and top of the hair. Air dry for a bit, then blow dry on low speed or use a diffuser to create the wavy, messy texture.” Finish with bit of matte paste on the ends of the hair, such as Dove Men+Care Sculpting Paste ($5.99, Dove.com), to create separation and hold.SEE ALSO:6 Products That Prevent Hair Loss
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Long and Loose
As seen on:Mark Wahlberg, Dev Patel, Ben SchnetzerFlattering for: All face shapes.Best for: Straight, wavy, or curly hair.How to style it: Start by combing in a cream with your fingers, like AXE Natural Look Softening Cream ($6.99, axe.us), while hair is wet. Blow dry for a smoother, cleaner finish or air dry for an undone wavy texture. Depending on the look you’d like to achieve, use a hair oil for a shinier look or a paste for a matte finish.
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Fade to Length
As seen on: Egyptian-American actor, Rami Said MalekFlattering for: Square face shapes.Best for: Any hair type.How to style it: “Again, work with a great barber who will know just what to do when you ask for a fade,” Komorowski says. “Keep the sides short and tight and play with the length on top. This look is fun and can be coiffed to the side, back or messy on top. Pomades work best for that classic pompadour coiffed style.” Try American Crew Pomade ($17.95, LoxaBeauty.com) or a similar pomade product.SEE ALSO: The Animal Style Bodyweight Workout
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Classic Slicked Back/Side Part
As seen on: Armie Hammer, Bradley Cooper, Jared LetoFlattering for: All face shapes.Best for: Various hair types, from straight to curly.How to style it: “While hair is damp, use a generous amount of pomade, really working it from roots to ends,” says Komorowski. “Using a comb, comb hair from front to back, making sure to get the sides and back as well. Depending on your style, you can keep it tight or use your fingers and run through to loosen the hair a bit. Have fun and experiment with side parts or none at all. Finish off with a bit more pomade and hairspray for hold.”
Figuring out hair trends is the easy part—it’s deciphering what works for you that can get tricky. That’s where AXE Hair Celebrity Groomer Amy Komorowski comes in. After styling the manes of Eddie Redmayne, Ryan Reynolds, and Adam Driver, the New York City-based pro knows exactly what haircuts are cool for this fall. And even better, whom they work for. These are the five haircuts to keep in mind this season, and how to make them work for you with products you can find in your local drugstore’s beauty aisle.
Best for: Naturally curly or coarse, textured hair. Hair also must have some length to achieve this look.
How to style it: “Find a great barber who understands fading and blending techniques,” Komorowski says. “Grow hair out to create length on top and have your barber keep the sides and back tight, fading to the length on top. Skip shampooing and use conditioner to keep the hair from getting too big or poofy. Add a bit of pomade, like AXE Clean Cut Look Classic Pomade ($6.99, axe.us), for some shine and separation.”
Textured Fringe
As seen on: Dutch actor Michiel Huisman
Flattering for: Oval or square face shapes.
Best for: Straight to wavy hair with 2-3 inches of fringe to work with
How to style it: “While hair is still wet, use a cream, like AXE Understated Natural Cream ($6.99, axe.us), and comb through with fingers,” suggests Komorowski. “Tousle hair and mess it up with your fingers in a side-to-side motion. Add in some texturizing salt spray and scrunch the sides, both the front and top of the hair. Air dry for a bit, then blow dry on low speed or use a diffuser to create the wavy, messy texture.” Finish with bit of matte paste on the ends of the hair, such as Dove Men+Care Sculpting Paste ($5.99, Dove.com), to create separation and hold.
How to style it: Start by combing in a cream with your fingers, like AXE Natural Look Softening Cream ($6.99, axe.us), while hair is wet. Blow dry for a smoother, cleaner finish or air dry for an undone wavy texture. Depending on the look you’d like to achieve, use a hair oil for a shinier look or a paste for a matte finish.
Fade to Length
As seen on:Egyptian-American actor, Rami Said Malek
Flattering for: Square face shapes.
Best for: Any hair type.
How to style it: “Again, work with a great barber who will know just what to do when you ask for a fade,” Komorowski says. “Keep the sides short and tight and play with the length on top. This look is fun and can be coiffed to the side, back or messy on top. Pomades work best for that classic pompadour coiffed style.” Try American Crew Pomade ($17.95, LoxaBeauty.com) or a similar pomade product.
As seen on: Armie Hammer, Bradley Cooper, Jared Leto
Flattering for: All face shapes.
Best for: Various hair types, from straight to curly.
How to style it: “While hair is damp, use a generous amount of pomade, really working it from roots to ends,” says Komorowski. “Using a comb, comb hair from front to back, making sure to get the sides and back as well. Depending on your style, you can keep it tight or use your fingers and run through to loosen the hair a bit. Have fun and experiment with side parts or none at all. Finish off with a bit more pomade and hairspray for hold.”
