Welcome back to the Gentleman's Gazette. In today's video, we're going to discuss
five hairstyles that we think look great on men with thinning hair.
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Now, gentlemen should always look great from top to bottom and that goes from the shined
Oxfords on your feet to the Homburg on your head. And what you have under your Homburg,
your hair
or lack thereof. In today's video, we'll discuss five hairstyles that we think will make even
the thinnest of hair look great. Now, just because you're losing your hair, doesn't mean
you can't
have a great haircut that makes you look and feel confident and handsome. It's important
to note that
hereditary hair changes like hair loss affect hundreds of millions of men across the globe.
By age 50, about 85% of men will experience receding or lost hair. Now, this is especially
common for middle-aged gentlemen. But, men at almost any age can experience hair loss.
Now, we initially
covered this topic in our video of "9 Mistakes Middle-aged Gentlemen Make." Now, in today's
video,
we'll go into more depth and explain why these particular haircuts work. We'll talk about
how to
cut them and how to style them. And to help you, we've organized this video around the
Hamilton–Norwood scale. Now, this scale standardizes the stages of male hair loss.
Find the stage that most
closely matches your hair pattern. By selecting a haircut that compliments your thinning hair,
you'll look your best no matter where you fall on this Hamilton-Norwood scale. Now,
if you're up
to a 3 on the Hamilton-Norwood scale, we want to look at modified classic haircuts. Now,
all the
haircuts we discussed in our video "5 Classic and Timelessly Stylish Haircuts" can be applied
to
men with even moderate hair loss. Use these tips to adapt many haircuts to account for
thinning hair.
Now, you can adjust cuts to be shorter. Ironically, having less shorter hair makes it almost look
like
you have more. Follicles are not weighed down by length; having more volume makes your hair
appear
thicker. Texture also makes your hair look thicker. You can add products like clays,
molding pastes, or
gels. Be sure to pick what works best for your skin and your hair. Now, Raphael, for
example, avoids pomade
because they give them acne. I avoid them because it wouldn't do much. If you don't
like products in
your hair, drying your hair with a blow dryer will also add texture and be sure to use a
towel to
remove excess moisture. Now, with fingers, comb hair upwards while blow-drying with medium
heat. Section
handfuls of your hair with your fingers and blow dry on high heat. Proceed to style your
hair as
usual. Adjust haircuts to reflect the realities of your hair. Now, if your hair isn't very
full
on top, perhaps go with a short pompadour instead of a full pompadour. Now, if your
hair is receding,
proceed to style the undercut to mask the problem areas. Utilize shorter sides to make
the rest
of your hair appear longer in contrast. Now, utilize products to hold hair in place to
obscure receding,
patchy, or bald areas. Now, this video features some of our favorite grooming products, and
this one
teaches you 15 men's grooming mistakes to avoid. A skilled and trusty barber can help
you make the
most of any haircut work for you. A dependable barber is as indispensable to a gentleman
as
a good cobbler or tailor. Please remember healthy hair is also very essential. Be sure
to check out
this guide here. These tips and tricks can help you update many classic haircuts to work
with thinning
hair. Now, if you'd like to try something new, here are our suggestions. Up to four
on Hamilton-Norwood.
Now, even if you're a four, you still have a fair amount of hair on top of your head.
Now, we suggest enjoying it while you still can. It's like Preston says: "Hair today,
gone tomorrow."
The Ivy League is a classic style that harkens back to a preppy and youthful collegiate time.
Consisting of longer hair in front that gradually fades into tapered sides and back.
Essentially, a crew cut with more length on top. Short sides de-emphasize receding hair
at the
temples. This will also emphasize hair on the crown. Hair length can be easily adjusted
to fix your
needs. Now, if hair is still fairly thick, experiment with a more voluminous crown. If
hair is thinning,
keep it shorter and tighter. Now, this could work with straight or curly hair. A barber
can help
you choose what will complement your face and hair the best. Now, here are the general
directions. Using
scissors, cut your hair in front to around one to two inches. Shorten to around one and
a half to
one inch on the crown and rear of your head. Now, the transition here should be smooth
and gradual.
The length that looks best on you will depend on how much hair you actually have. Taper
the sides
and the back with clippers. Now, if hair is fuller, use a number four or even a number
five guard
to keep hair longer. Now, if hair is thinner, use a number three or even a number two. Because
the
back is tapered, you can partially mask a small bald spot. Now, here are a few versatile
styling
options: Now, a part will look more formal. A semi or messy part will look more youthful.
Now, use your preferred product for a finished look that will help you keep every hair in
place.
Now, light or medium holds tend to work best or leave it without product for some casual
elegance. Now, do you want to pair your Ivy doo with Ivy Style. Check out our Ivy primer.
Now, as you enter
stage five on the Hamilton-Norwood scale, you'll experience more drastic thinning on
top. Now, it's
time to focus on haircuts that layer hair to bulk up those thinning follicles. Slicked
back. Now, the
name isn't very original, but the slick back style is great for men with thinning hair.
Now, this works
great when you're taking care of business or even walking the red carpet. Now, this
can work with a
variety of hair lengths and thicknesses. This works with straight to wavy hair. Wavy hair
may require
a heavy-hold product. Now, this look is simple to achieve and to style. Traditionally, hair
is worn
medium or long on the sides. In modern iterations, sides can be tapered, faded, or undercut.
Now, for
many gentlemen, we suggest the following: With scissors, cut hair on back and sides
to about an
inch with three inches on top. However, hair can be worn longer or shorter as desired.
After showering
and towel drying your hair, comb it backwards with a wide-toothed comb. Apply a small amount
of your
preferred product, rub it on fingers, and apply it to your hair. Go from front to back
on the
top layer of hair and then pass through closer to the roots. Now, depending on your hair
texture,
you may need a product with a medium or even heavy hold. Apply hairspray if desired to
lock in current
styling. Now, for some men, hair will naturally flare to either the left or the right depending
on your
natural part. Now, this will look more casual and organic than combed straight back. If
you opt to
have your hair slicked back, make sure you keep your hair shorter on the sides and longer
on the
top to maintain a youthful look. Now, please be aware of using shiny products unless you're
going for
a more vintage look. Now, the slick back style is ideal for men with prominent widow's peaks
or heavily receding hairlines. And even for men who are hunting Dracula. Next, we have
the Caesar Cut.
Now, this popular haircut was named after and partially inspired by the Roman statesman
Gaius Julius Caesar. Apparently, Caesar was very self-conscious about his thinning hair.
According
to Roman historian Suetonius, his baldness was a disfigurement that excessively bothered
him. For this
reason, he was accustomed to comb forward his stunning locks to the front of his head.
And among
all the honors bestowed upon him by the Senate and the people, there was none that he accepted
or utilized more than the right to wear a laurel wreath at all times. Now, we hope that
you'll try
out the Caesar because it's a timeless, rugged, and athletic look, but not because you're
embarrassed
about your thinning hair. Now, remember with the Caesar, the hair is cut short and combed
forward
toward the face. Short hair increases volume and gives texture. The forward motion of hair
gives
a volumizing effect. Now, this can also help cover up a receding hairline. Now, this also
works for both
straight and curly hair. Your barber can assist you with finding the right lengths for you.
In general,
use scissors to cut your hair down evenly from two inches to half an inch based on your
hair density.
Proceed to add that Caesar fringe if desired. Some modern Caesars featured fades, tapers,
and undercuts.
Now, a more youthful look can appear too trendy if too dramatic. Now, for men with coarse
hair, there's
a variation sometimes called "The Black Caesar." This also works well with long hair or short
hair.
Be sure to leave an even layer of three-fourths to one and a half inches. It could also be
a bit
longer in the front to create a strong horizontal emphasis. Up to six on the Hamilton-Norwood.
Once
you're up to a six on the scale, you've entered the later stages of hair loss. Hair receding
heavily
from temples, very thin on top, a bald spot may have grown to create a disconnected patch
of hair.
Ironically, to get hair looking at the best at this stage, it might be best to take hair
away. Next, we
have the buzz cut. Leaving very thin hair in place tends to draw attention to hair loss.
Oftentimes,
you're much better off just to shave your hair. This conscious action makes you seem
more in
control and confident. Now, it's clear you're aware of your hair loss and you're practically
taking steps to make sure your hair looks at its best. A simple buzz cut is an extremely
versatile
and great choice. As your hair continues to thin,
you can adjust your buzz cut shorter and shorter.
As much as possible, try to ensure that all hair on your head is the same length and density.
Now,
this creates a more uniform and visually appealing appearance. Noticeable differences in length
and
density are more jarring and do draw attention to the hair loss. As hair recedes, don't be
afraid to
shave off patchy thin areas. Patchy sections of hair tend to look unkempt and awkward.
Razoring away remnants of thinning hair looks much cleaner and neater. Now, what's the best
way
to shave it? We'll explain as we discuss the final steps in male pattern baldness. Up to
seven on the
Hamilton-Norwood, we've reached the final step of hair loss: all or nearly all of your
hair is
gone on top. You're left with only your Socratic garland of hair around your back and sides.
Now,
as mentioned above, a buzz cut can still work fine. This is a good option if you want to
use the hair
on the back and sides to frame your face and head. But, what if you're feeling bold about
going bald?
Consider "the shaved head." With a shaved head, you totally embrace balding. Now, this
is an audacious
look that goes well with athletic looks and strong facial features. This is also a great
way to own
your hair loss. Now, shaving your head is very similar to shaving your face. You can
use special,
conventional, or electric razors that are designed for shaving the head. But, take note:
these are not
necessary. These might be safer or more convenient for some gentlemen. Use clippers to get your
hair
as short as possible. Check for moles, bumps, bites, etc. before starting with a razor.
Now, prepare your
head for shaving the same way you would your face.
Lotions, creams, etc. Please avoid the common shaving
mistakes that we list here. Shave carefully going with the grain of hair. This will take
much longer than shaving your face. Go slowly and carefully; resist the urge to rush. Now,
here's our
video on how to grow facial hair. Now, facial hair pairs extremely well with a shaved head
or
even a buzz cut. And we'll close by noting that as men start to lose their hair they'll
do almost
anything to keep it. Some options are discussed in this video. But, for men and gentlemen,
it's
probably best to just accept your hair loss. Now, rather than chugging hair restoration
gummies,
take all the fear, frustration, and anxiety you're feeling and channel it into something
positive.
Eat better, exercise more, take up a new hobby; feeling happier and healthier will give you
the confidence
to pull off any hairstyle no matter how much or how little hair you actually have. Now,
we hope
that some of these haircuts that we discussed today will inspire some of you gentlemen with
thinning hair to be adventurous and find a haircut that works best for your style. Today,
I am wearing
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casual
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