With their naturally curly hair, Black Men have a variety of hairstyles that they can choose from. These can be the classic cuts to wild afro hair. When you have your business to take care of (or rocking the corporate world), hair isn’t going to be on top of your to-do list.
However, you do need to look bad-ass when meeting people –classic, confident and sharp at first impression (although you are going to leave that impression later on when they get to know you).
14 Cool Hairstyles for Black Men
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Depending in how much time you want to put in your hair, her are some hairstyles that you can choose from that’ll tell them you’ve got class.
The Classic Buzz
The Classic Buzz – Hairstyles for Black Men
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The Classic Buzz – Hairstyles for Black Men
The Classic Buzz – Hairstyles for Black Men – Get it here!
HOW TO STYLE
Achieved with electric clippers, the back and sides of the head are cut short. The crown is either cut short or left slightly long and tapered. This haircut brings attention to handsome facial features. Add with a moustache outlines or short bread to accentuate the look. This cut will not also require trips to your barber shop for maintaining the look.
- Use a small amount of your favourite hair and scalp moisturizer.
- With a hog spiky brush, detangle your hair.
FACE SHAPE
Since this haircut accentuates facial features, it will compliment any type of face shape of any hair densities.
HOW TO CARE
- To moisturize hair and scalp, use a small quantity of coconut oil. The smell isn’t that overpowering too.
- With this haircut, it’s cool in cold weather but sweltering during summer. Remember to wear a cap to protect your scalp and avoid burn.
- Always remember, it is better to rinse hair everyday and shampoo at least thrice a week. Shampoo contains sulphate that can dry hair.
Naturally ‘Fro
Naturally ‘Fro – Hairstyles for Black Men
HOW TO STYLE
If you’re more in a less formal business, you would definitely get away with your afro. Let loose those curls and be free.
- Wash hair then thoroughly apply a conditioner that can be left-in. You can even use any quality gel.
- Detangle with a wide toothed comb gently.
- Define ends by twisting sections of hair.
- Air dry hair.
FACE SHAPE
This can be carried well by any kind of face of different hair densities.
HOW TO CARE
- Use argan oil to maintain the moisture in curls and prevent it from frizzing.
- Since hair of black people are general brittle and kinky, look for products that are alcohol free and has more oils and moisturizers.
- Apply moisturizers and oils in moderation because they can clog pores.
Afro, Small
Afro, Small – Hairstyles for Black Men
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HOW TO STYLE
This hairstyle is clean cut and natural. It’s an afro that you can get away with in the corporate world for being professional looking. For those who are proud of your afro but not a fan of long hair, the small afro is for you. What’s more, it’s low maintenance.
- Wash hair and put on a leave-in quality conditioner.
- Comb through the curls with a wide toothed comb.
- Lightly apply gel thoroughly.
- Fluff and allow to dry naturally.
FACE SHAPE
The top of curls will compliment all face shapes of any hair density.
HOW TO CARE
- Use a moisturizer (different from conditioners) to beat the frizz and add a healthy shine to curls.
- Never brush your hair wet, it promotes hair breakage.
- If you don’t like hats when you’re out of the sun, look for leave on products with SPF whenever you go out.
Wave Texture
Wave Texture – Hairstyles for Black Men
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Wave Texture – Hairstyles for Black Men
HOW TO STYLE
A classic hairstyle that is unique on black men for their hair texture. Trendy and professional, you can’t go wrong with this one.
- Air dry hair.
- Apply a little quantity of pomade and use a hog spiky brush to detangle hair.
FACE SHAPE
Any face type and hair density can carry this look well.
HOW TO CARE
- Use a soft boar bristle brush for newly cut hair.
- Remember, a hard brush is used to create waves in hair. A soft brush is for laying hair down and the medium brush is somewhere in between.
- If you are looking for hair oil, shea butter oil, olive oil and coconut oil works the best.
The Fuzzed Out Buzz
The Fuzzed Out Buzz – Hairstyles for Black Men
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HOW TO STYLE
Simply Buzz with Texture. This hairstyle is more relaxed without being too long. It still accentuates male facial feature and goes well with short beards and moustache outlines. Just like the Buzz cut, this is also low-maintenance.
- Use a modest amount of hair and scalp moisturizer after washing hair.
- Apply a modest quantity of pomade and gently brush through with a hog quill brush.
- Air dry hair.
FACE SHAPE
Just like the buzz cut, this hairstyle is perfect for every face shape of any hair density (men are so lucky).
HOW TO CARE
- Use serum to beat the frizz, add texture and accentuate curls.
- Kinky hair is naturally dry and frizzes due to friction and dehydration. Never rub your head dry, it will cause frizzing later on upon evaporation.
- For less hair damage, use brushes with natural bristles.
Fade
Fade – Hairstyles for Black Men
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Flat top and Fade – Hairstyles for Black Men
Flat top and Fade – Hairstyles for Black Men – Get it here!
HOW TO STYLE
A classic hairstyle that is can be easily maintained, the Fade comes from black men’s hair shadowy effects from their unique hair texture and darker colors.
- Apply your favourite styling product.
- Brush with forward motion using a boar bristle brush.
FACE SHAPE
This timeless hairstyle can compliment any face kind having different hair textures.
HOW TO CARE
- Use coconut butter to prevent frizz and create shine.
- Use coconut or other oil to define the curls more.
Twisted Short
Twisted Short – Hairstyles for Black Men
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HOW TO STYLE
One day you realized your hair is getting long. But hey, you can still look businesslike with your growing out hair with these steps. This hairstyle brings out the natural kinky texture of your hair at its best.
- Wash hair and section into four parts.
- Starting at the neck hairline, take a 1×1 section and apply a modest amount of pomade thoroughly.
- Twist hair starting from the root to the tip.
- Twist remaining hair until done.
- Allow hair to naturally dry.
- Shake out hair to give it a bounce.
FACE SHAPE
This hairstyle will frame all types of face shapes well with any type of hair density
HOW TO CARE
- Use a moisturizing gel to hold the look and bit the frizz.
- For shampoo, use a gentle sulphate-free kind –it causes less frizz.
- Not sure which product is good for you? Invest in quality products for a safer bet that your money was well spent.
Short Mohawk
Short Mohawk – Hairstyles for Black Men
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HOW TO STYLE
Conservative yet edgy, edgy yet easy to take care of, this hairstyle will blend in the corporate world with no problem.
- Apply your favourite styling product.
- Gently use a boar bristle brush to brush hair up to the crown
- Air dry hair.
FACE SHAPE
This low maintenance hair cut is fit for any face shape and hair densities.
HOW TO CARE
- Over application of hair products because this can cause dandruff.
- Never use grease on your hair because it clogs pores. Opt for natural oils.
- Avoid heat on your hair because it causes damage already
Shaven Head
Shaven Head – Hairstyles for Black Men
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HOW TO STYLE
If you’re tired of styling your hair or are bothered by the thinning hair, shave your head to look years younger.
FACE SHAPE
This hairstyle is timeless and goes great with any face shape and hair density.
HOW TO CARE
- Use shaving creams to help prevent nicks.
- To repair skin after the shave, use a post shave cream.
- Remember to apply hair products in moderation to avoid dandruff.
Long and Curly
Long and Curly – Hairstyles for Black Men
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HOW TO STYLE
Loose curls will wear this long layered look well.
- After washing hair, put on leave in conditioner and a dab of gel thoroughly on hair.
- Scrunch extra moisture gently with an old shirt or a microfiber towel.
- Air dry hair.
FACE SHAPE
All types of face shapes will carry this look well provided they have loose curls.
HOW TO CARE
- If you don’t have loose curls but still want to try this look, you can use an s-curl texturizer to loosen your curls.
- The longer the curls the heavier it get, the more it pulls down the curl. So if you don’t have natural curls, use a lightening conditioner first.
- Sleeping in a satin pillow decreases chance of hair breakage.
