7 wearable curly faux hawk styles for men

These looks will ensure that the curly faux hawk is at the top of your to-try list.

It’s easy to be intimidated by mohawks, especially if your only experience of them so far has been crazy, spiked-up styles. Not to be confused with regular mohawks, the curly faux hawk is a more modern and wearable look, which features the classic short sides – but without you having to go get a buzz cut.

With all the emphasis on the top strip of hair, this look works especially well on wavy or curly haired guys, as the messy texture will add to the overall look. Scroll down to see why we think the curly faux hawk should be your next look…

7 wearable men’s curly faux hawk styles

side view of a man with brown curly hair in a mohawk style with a fade — Faux mohawks are a much softer alternative to real mohawks. Credit: Instagram.com/faded_mason

1. Soft curls

Squashing the idea that all mohawks have to be hard and gelled-up, this wispy, curly faux hawk looks totally soft and touchable. Ideal if your curls are currently lacking any shape, going shorter around the earline adds more personality and looks awesome. Credit: @faded_mason

side view of a man with short curly hair cut into a fauxhawk with a beard — A beard fade is a stylish way to blend your hair with your facial hair. Credit: Instagram.com/sourcesalonflaglervillage

2. Beard fade

Currently rocking a beard (or trying to grow one)? Thinking about ways you can incorporate it in with your hair? Let us introduce you to our old friend: the beard fade.

The effect of a beard fade is that it seamlessly blends your hair into your beard, giving an all over more groomed, well-kept feel. Credit: @sourcesalonflaglervillage

Editor’s tip: If you find your beard is a little dry or frizzy, you may want to consider using a beard balm like the TONI&GUY Frizz Taming Beard Balm. This moisturising gel balm will help to nourish the hair and give you more control over your style.

side view of a man with medium brown hair in a curly mohawk style with a fade and shaped beard — Create a contrast in textures with sharp lines and textured waves. Credit: Instagram.com/barberhooligan

3. Sharp lines

Style-conscious and like having that freshly-trimmed look? This guy’s textured top, and sharp, defined fade will be just what you need. The super sharp, angled fading evens out the more textured top layers for a face-flattering, balanced look. Credit: @barberhooligan

side view of a man with short afro hair in a faux mohawk style with a beard — Even really short cuts can benefit from the fohawk shape. Credit: Instagram.com/mikesaddler11

4. Shaped TWA

This look should be all the proof you need that a curly faux mohawk is possible even on short afro hair. The less hair you remove from the sides, the less dramatic the look will be, so if subtlety is key for you, give this one a go. Credit: @mikesaddler11

You might know the burst fade by its other name, the South of France haircut. Credit: Instagram.com/thomascutit

5. Burst fade

Made famous by Usher, the South of France haircut is a downplayed version of mohawks and frohawks. Identified by its short length and width with burst fade sides, your barber will cut the hair in a tapered shape, creating an almost semicircle design above your ear that reaches down to the nape of your neck. Credit: @thomascutit

man with light brown curly hair in a front heavy faux mohawk with fade sides — There’s been a rising trend for man fringes thanks to styles like this one. Credit: Instagram.com/mvsonthebarber

6. Man fringe

Here’s a look that’s fast becoming a big trend in men’s grooming, the man fringe. Thanks in part to the popularity of hairstyles like the French crop and ’90s curtains hair, bangs for men have become really popular recently. Luckily for you, curls add a cool, hipster edge to the look making this a perfect way to take on the curly faux hawk trend. Credit: @mvsonthebarber

Editor’s tip: To give your fringe more texture while still keeping a matte look, try scrunching a small amount of the VO5 Matt Styling Paste through your hair. You can then use your fingertips to define any individual sections of hair and work it into your desired position.

male model with a golden blonde curly faux hawk with facial hair wearing a white tshirt — The best thing about trying colour is you can really make a look yours. Credit: Instagram.com/ronniebanks

7. Coloured curls

Whatever curly faux hawk look takes your fancy, colour is a surefire way to elevate your look to the next level and really make sure your ‘do gets the attention it deserves. This guy’s fresh golden blonde curls really pop and the disconnected fade just helps to accentuate the colour contrast even more. Credit: @ronniebanks

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