Simple Styles For Men With Long Hair

By Nandhini Devi

Wednesday, July 13, 2011, 16:30

During ancient times, in many countries such as Greece, men with long hair were considered to be prosperous, wealthy and powerful too. Many men had to forgo their long hair due to religious or military reasons.

However, men with long hair is not an uncommon sight these days. Not only do men grow their hair, they even style it too, in order to look their best. We have a few hairstyles for men with long hair, depending on the hair type – curly, straight or wavy.

Popular Men Long Hair Styles:

Curly: If the hair is at the shoulder's length, then an haircut done in uniform layers is best. If the curls are longer, then the layers should range from medium to a little more lengthier. This when cut through the sides will balance the fullness and volume of the hair. People with natural curly hair can manage these hairstyles more easily. Artificial curls will require the use of styling products like gels to maintain a good appearance. Men with oblong or diamond shaped faces look more attractive with this long hair styles.

Celebrities sporting this hairstyle: Kenny G

Straight: This type of hair, needs least care and styling as it naturally falls into place. Varying layer cuts, razor cuts, one length looks are some of the hair styles that suit this hair type. One main benefit of having long straight hair is that it looks original and does not need too much care. Only if you have opted for a precision cut, some regular care is required. Men with oblong or square face look good in this long hair style..

Celebrities sporting this hairstyle: Josh Holloway and Colin Farell

Wavy: Cutting this type of hair in layers along the back and sides, help accentuate the waves and gives a bounce to this type of hair. A middle partition allows the hair to fall naturally on both sides and is a great hair style for men with round and heart shaped faces. Depending on the hair length, hair cut and styling should be done to avoid the occurrence of split ends.

Celebrities sporting this hairstyle: Ossy Orbourne, David Beckham and Tommy Shaw

If any of you men out there sport long hair, try these styles to look your best. These styling tips can help any man with lengthy hair accentuate his look.