How to Deal With Men’s Thick, Wavy & Curly Hair
According to Paul Morgan, a master barber at Jacks of London, a good moisturizing shampoo is also essential, as is a decent conditioner. “They’ll stop hair drying out and keep it in good condition, which is important because if hair is dry the cuticles [the outermost layer of your hair] will remain open and it will seem even thicker and straw-like.”
Conditioners also help keep thick, wavy hair manageable and result in a sleeker and less voluminous look. “Moroccan Oil is excellent for thick hair as it moisturizes and, with prolonged use, can change the texture and soften the hair,” says Morgan.
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Men With Wavy Hair
Around 40 percent of Caucasian men have slightly wavy hair, and if you’re one of them, you’re in good company. David Gandy, Orlando Bloom and Roger Federer are three well-known wavy hair men, who know how to ride the messy waves.
Like curly hair, wavy hairstyles for men can appear bulky and tends to react to the weather with the wavy hair becoming more pronounced at times of high humidity or when there’s drizzle in the air. Additional waves can also sprout in places you’d rather they didn’t and get knotted and tangled if you’re rocking one of the many long men’s haircuts that are all the rage these days.
How To Style Wavy Hair
“Rather than a bad thing, in many respects, wavy hair is the holy grail of hair types,” says Winkler. “Pretty much all styles work, but anything pushed back really shows off that wave. If your hair is thick as well as wavy, though, your barber can take some of the bulk out with a razor or thinning scissors without risking frizz.”
The best wavy hairstyles for men include the undercut (where the sides and back a keep ultra short with the hair worn long on top), the classic and modern public school side part (where the fringe falls forward), or loose and tousled (think Jon Snow or Harry Styles). Just remember: the longer the hair, the more pronounced the wave, so if control is your aim, keep your wavy hairstyles for men under three inches or so in length.
