I’m Hakan, a men’s grooming specialist with over a decade helping clients modernize their look. In this post I showcase 32 Korean hairstyle images and clear guidance to help you choose the right K-style cut. Korean hairstyles are versatile — from soft curtain bangs and textured perms to sharp two-block fades — and they suit a wide range of hair types and face shapes. Whether you have straight, wavy, or slightly curly hair, these styles can be adapted with the right cut and product. Practical tips you’ll get here: how to match a style to your face shape, what to ask your barber, quick daily styling routines, and recommended products for hold and texture. Use the 32 reference images to show your barber exactly what you want and follow the styling steps I outline for reliable, modern results.
Textured Wavy Crop with Tapered Sides — Mens Modern Fringe Hairstyle
This textured wavy crop with tapered sides and a soft fringe works best for oval, round and heart-shaped faces — the volume on top adds height to rounder faces while the fringe softens a strong forehead. Ideal for natural wavy or loosely curly hair; straight hair can achieve the look with light texturizing and heat styling. To style: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a sea-salt spray or lightweight mousse through the top, then use a diffuser on low heat while scrunching to enhance waves. Finish by working a pea-size amount of matte clay or fiber through roots and ends with fingers to create separation and movement; set lightly with flexible-hold hairspray if needed. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb or fingers, texturizing scissors for the cut. Products required: sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse, matte clay or paste, flexible hairspray, occasional deep conditioner. Difficulty: medium — requires basic blow-dry technique and regular texturizing. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks to keep the taper and fringe tidy, use a weekly deep conditioner to prevent frizz, and refresh shape daily by misting water and reworking product with fingers.
Textured Messy Fringe with Tapered Sides — Modern Mens Top-Heavy Hairstyle
This textured, long-fringe look with tapered sides suits oval, heart and diamond face shapes best — it adds width at the forehead and balances a longer jawline. Men with round faces can wear it if they add height at the crown to create contrast. To style: towel-dry hair, apply a sea-salt spray or light mousse to damp hair, then blow-dry while using fingers (or a vent brush) to lift roots and direct the fringe forward and slightly to the side for natural movement. Add a pea-sized amount of matte clay or paste to warm hands, then work through mid-lengths and ends to create separation and hold; finish by tousling with fingertips. Tools needed: blow dryer, vent or round brush (optional), hair scissors or regular trims, and a wide-tooth comb. Products required: pre-styler (sea-salt spray or light mousse), matte clay/paste, light hairspray (optional) and heat protectant. Difficulty: medium — everyday shaping takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance tips: trim tapered sides every 4–6 weeks, refresh texture with a light trim to the fringe every 3–4 weeks, shampoo 2–3 times weekly, and deep-condition as needed to avoid dryness.
Textured Quiff with Short Sides — Modern Mens Hairstyle
This textured quiff pairs volume on top with clipped sides for a contemporary, low-maintenance look. It flatters oval, square, diamond and heart-shaped faces by adding height and definition; men with round faces can also wear it if extra lift at the crown is emphasized. Styling technique: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a light volumizing or sea-salt pre-styler, then blow-dry while lifting the roots with fingers or a round brush to create height and separation. Work a pea-sized amount of matte clay or paste through the mid-lengths and ends, raking with fingers to produce textured piecey strands; use a comb to shape the front into a gentle quiff and finish with a light-hold hairspray for longevity. Tools needed: blow dryer with nozzle, round or vent brush, wide-tooth comb, and your hands. Products required: pre-styling spray (salt or volumizer), matte clay/paste, and optional light hairspray or sea-spray. Difficulty level: moderate — a few minutes each morning. Maintenance tips: trim every 3–5 weeks to keep sides tidy, shampoo 2–3 times weekly with conditioner, and refresh texture between washes with dry shampoo or a light misting of sea-spray.
Textured Side‑Swept Fringe with Volume — Modern Mens Medium-Length Cut
This textured side‑swept fringe is a versatile medium-length style that adds movement and modern edge. Best suited for oval, heart and oblong faces (it softens a square jaw when kept slightly longer at the front). The cut features a longer top with tapered/shorter sides and point‑cut ends to create separation. To style: towel-dry to damp, apply a lightweight volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray at the roots, then blow-dry while lifting the hair with fingers or a medium round brush to build volume. Direct the fringe forward and sweep it to the side, using a low-heat nozzle for control. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte paste or light pomade through ends for texture and a natural sheen; lock with a light hold hairspray if needed. Tools required: blow dryer with nozzle, medium round or vent brush, wide-tooth comb, and your hands. Difficulty: medium — requires practiced drying and product distribution. Maintenance: trim sides every 4–6 weeks, refresh top every 6–8 weeks, use conditioner regularly, and revive second-day hair with a little water and styling cream or sea-salt spray.
Textured Quiff with Tapered Sides — Modern Mens Hairstyle
This textured quiff with tapered sides adds height and movement while keeping the profile clean. Best suited for oval, square, and heart face shapes, the extra top volume helps elongate round faces and balances strong jawlines. To style, towel-dry hair to damp, apply a small amount of volumizing mousse or sea‑salt spray through the roots, then blow‑dry using a round or vent brush while lifting the hair upward and back to create shape. Finish by working a matte clay or paste through the mid-lengths and ends with fingers for separation and light hold; gently brush the sides down and blend the transition. Tools needed: blow dryer, round/vent brush, fine-tooth comb, and clippers/scissors for maintenance. Recommended products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or sea‑salt spray, matte clay or paste, and a light hairspray for hold. Difficulty: moderate — requires daily blow‑drying and shaping. Maintenance tips: get a trim every 3–5 weeks to maintain the tapered sides, use conditioner to keep texture soft, avoid heavy oils that weigh hair down, and refresh the look between washes with water and a small amount of product.
Textured Messy Quiff for Men — Volume Top with Tapered Sides
This textured messy quiff pairs medium-length, layered top hair with shorter, tapered sides for a modern, effortless look. Face-shape suitability: ideal for oval and heart-shaped faces; it also softens round faces by adding vertical volume and works on square jaws when kept slightly longer on top. Styling technique: towel-dry hair until damp, apply a sea-salt spray or light volumizing mousse at the roots, then blow-dry while lifting hair with fingers or a round brush to create height and separation. Finish by working a small amount of matte clay or fiber through the mid-lengths and ends, tousling with fingers for definition and a natural matte finish. Tools needed: blow dryer, round brush or vent brush, wide-tooth comb (for shaping), and fingers for texturing. Products required: sea-salt spray or mousse (pre-styling), matte clay/fiber or low-shine pomade (styling), and a light hold hairspray (optional). Difficulty level: moderate — takes 5–10 minutes once you know your shape. Maintenance tips: trim every 3–5 weeks to preserve the taper, shampoo 2–3 times weekly with conditioner as needed, and refresh with water or a light mist of sea-salt spray to restyle between washes.
Tousled Textured Wavy Fringe for Men
This tousled textured wavy fringe pairs longer layered length on top with soft, piecey ends for a modern, undone look. Suitability: ideal for oval, oblong and heart-shaped faces—its fringe shortens a long face and softens angular jawlines. Men with medium to thick natural wave or curl will get the best result; fine hair can work with added texture products and a layered cut. Styling technique: start with towel‑damp hair, apply a sea‑salt spray or light mousse, then scrunch to encourage wave. Use a diffuser on low heat while lifting at the roots with your fingers or a round brush to add volume. Finish by warming a pea‑sized amount of matte clay or paste in your palms and raking through to define pieces and add separation. Tools needed: hairdryer with diffuser, wide‑tooth comb or fingers, round brush (optional), and regular barber scissors for the cut. Products required: sea‑salt/texturizing spray, lightweight mousse or curl cream, matte clay/paste, light hold hairspray and a weekly deep conditioner. Difficulty: moderate—about 5–10 minutes daily. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to preserve layers, avoid heavy oils that weigh hair down, clarify weekly if product builds, and refresh the look with water plus a small amount of product between washes.
Textured Voluminous Fringe with Tapered Sides — Modern Mens Hairstyle
This textured, voluminous fringe with tapered sides suits oval, heart, and diamond face shapes best — it adds height to round faces and softens strong jawlines on square faces when kept slightly messy. Start with towel-damp hair: apply a small amount of volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray through the roots and mid-lengths. Blow-dry using a round brush or fingers while lifting at the roots to build volume; for natural waves, use a diffuser and scrunch. Once dry, work a pea-sized amount of matte clay or texture paste through the ends, twisting small sections with your fingers to create separation and piecey movement. Tools needed: hairdryer (with diffuser option), round or vent brush, wide-tooth comb, and scissors/clipper for upkeep. Recommended products: volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray, matte clay/paste, light-hold hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — requires basic blow-drying skill and finger-styling. Maintenance: trim sides every 3–5 weeks and the top every 6–10 weeks, use a lightweight conditioner to avoid weigh-down, refresh shape daily with a water mist and rework with product, and deep-condition weekly for healthy texture.
Textured Messy Fringe for Men — Layered Crop with Volume and Movement
A contemporary textured messy fringe that adds movement and softens features. Best suited to oval, heart and diamond face shapes — it can also soften a square jaw when the fringe is kept longer at the front. Ideal for straight to wavy, medium-thick hair; fine hair can work with volumizing products, while very curly hair may require light blow-drying or a flat iron to achieve the look. Styling technique: ask your barber for choppy layers on top with point cutting and slightly shorter, tapered sides. Work sea salt spray into damp hair, then blow-dry using fingers or a diffuser to lift roots and enhance texture. Finish by raking a small amount of matte paste or clay through the fringe and crown, twisting strands for separation. Tools needed: professional scissors and thinning shears, barber comb, blow dryer (diffuser optional), and a small round brush or your fingers. Products: sea salt spray, matte clay or paste, light hairspray and dry shampoo for refreshes. Difficulty: moderate — daily styling takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks, use a volumizing shampoo, avoid heavy conditioners on roots, and refresh with dry shampoo between washes.
Textured Side‑Swept Undercut with Volume
This textured side‑swept undercut pairs length on top with tapered sides for a modern, versatile look. Face shape suitability: ideal for oval, square and heart shapes — the added height and side sweep lengthen and balance proportions; it can also slim round faces when styled with extra lift. Best for straight to wavy hair and medium-to-thick textures. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, apply a volumizing spray or sea‑salt mist, then blow-dry while lifting the roots with a round or vent brush and directing the top back and slightly to the side. Work a small amount of matte paste or medium‑hold pomade through the hair, using fingers to create separation and a natural texture; use a fine-tooth comb for a sleeker finish or a water‑based pomade for a wet look. Tools needed: hairdryer with nozzle, round/vent brush, wide-tooth comb and fine-tooth comb. Products required: pre‑styler (volumizer/sea salt), matte paste or pomade, light hairspray and optional anti‑frizz serum. Difficulty: moderate — requires blow-drying technique. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 3–5 weeks, refresh top length as needed, shampoo 2–3× weekly with conditioner, and restyle each morning for best shape.
Textured Curly Crop with Tapered Sides for Men
This textured curly crop with tapered sides suits oval, diamond and heart-shaped faces and helps balance longer or angular profiles. The look keeps volume on top while maintaining neat, short sides for a modern, versatile finish. Styling technique: start with towel-damp hair, apply a lightweight curl cream or mousse through the mid-lengths, then scrunch and diffuse on low heat to enhance natural texture. Use finger-twisting to define curls and finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay through the ends for separation and control. Tools needed: hairdryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb (or fingers), and a trimmer or scissors for upkeep. Products required: sea-salt spray or curl enhancer (pre-style), curl cream or light mousse, matte paste/clay for texture and light-hold hairspray to set. Difficulty level: moderate — takes a few tries to master the scrunching and product balance, but achievable at home. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 3–5 weeks and tidy the top every 6–8 weeks, refresh curls with water and a small amount of product between washes, use a weekly deep conditioner if hair is dry, and avoid excessive heat to preserve curl integrity.
Textured Messy Fringe — Modern Mens Medium-Length Top with Short Sides
This textured messy fringe with a medium-length top and tapered sides suits oval, heart and square face shapes best — it softens strong jawlines and adds width to longer faces. To style, towel-dry hair to damp, mist a sea-salt or texturizing spray through the top, then rough-dry with your fingers or a blow dryer on medium heat while lifting at the roots to build volume. Use a small amount of matte clay or paste, warming it between palms and working it through from roots to tips to create separated, piecey texture; finish by tousling and pinching sections for a lived-in look. Tools needed: blow dryer (optional diffuser), vent brush or fingers, wide-tooth comb and quality scissors for shaping. Products required: sea-salt/texturizing spray, matte clay/paste, light hold hairspray for all-day control and an occasional leave-in conditioner for hair health. Difficulty: easy–medium — straightforward daily routine but requires occasional shaping. Maintenance tips: trim every 4–6 weeks to maintain the fringe length, avoid heavy oils that weigh hair down, and refresh style with a quick spritz of water and rework product between washes.
Textured Slick-Back with Tapered Sides — Mens Medium-Length Hairstyle
A modern textured slick-back with tapered sides suits oval, square and heart-shaped faces particularly well; it adds vertical height to balance round faces but avoid excessive volume if you have a very short neck. Start with towel‑damp hair and apply a light pre-styler (volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray) and heat protectant. Blow-dry using a round or vent brush while lifting at the roots and directing the top hair slightly back and off-center to create natural flow and separation. Work a pea-to-nickel sized amount of medium-hold matte paste or clay through the mid-lengths and ends with your fingers for texture; for a sleeker wet look use a small amount of low-shine pomade. Tools: hair dryer, round/vent brush, wide-tooth comb and fingers. Products: pre-styler (mousse/sea salt), heat protectant, medium-hold matte paste or pomade, optional light hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — requires basic blow-drying technique and daily shaping. Maintenance: trim tapered sides every 3–6 weeks, wash 2–3 times weekly to avoid stripping natural oils, use a clarifying shampoo once a week if you use heavier products, and restyle quickly with a little water and product between washes.
Textured Wavy Fringe with Tapered Sides — Modern Mens Hairstyle
This textured wavy fringe with tapered sides suits oval, heart and diamond face shapes best; men with round faces can adapt it by keeping slightly longer length at the temples to add vertical definition, while very long faces should avoid excessive height on top. To style, start with towel‑dried hair, apply a light sea‑salt spray or volumizing mousse at the roots, then rough‑dry with a blow dryer and diffuser while scrunching to enhance natural wave and create movement. Use fingers or a wide‑tooth comb to place the fringe forward and to the side for a relaxed, lived‑in look. Finish by working a small amount of matte clay or texturizing paste through the mid‑lengths and ends for separation and hold; a light mist of flexible hairspray locks the shape without stiffness. Tools needed: blow dryer (with diffuser), wide‑tooth comb, fingers, and scissors for shaping. Products: sea‑salt spray or mousse, heat protectant, matte clay/paste, light hairspray. Difficulty: medium — requires daily shaping but is forgiving. Maintenance: trim tapered sides every 4–6 weeks, refresh texture with occasional deep‑conditioning and trim the fringe as needed to keep the shape.
Textured Wavy Fringe for Men — Medium-Length Top with Tapered Sides
This modern textured wavy fringe pairs a medium-length, piecey top with tapered sides to create effortless movement and face-framing layers. Suitability: ideal for oval and heart shapes, flattering for square faces (softens angles) and good for round faces when height is added at the crown. Styling technique: start with towel‑damp hair, apply a sea-salt spray or lightweight mousse, then rough dry with a diffuser or fingers to enhance waves and lift at the roots. Warm a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay between palms, work through mid-lengths to ends, and use finger‑twisting to define pieces; finish with a light-hold hairspray for hold without stiffness. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser attachment, wide-tooth comb or fingers, round brush (optional) and hair clips for sectioning. Products required: sea-salt spray or mousse, lightweight leave-in conditioner, matte clay/paste or pomade, and light hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate — takes 5–10 minutes once you learn the drying/texture technique. Maintenance tips: get a tidy taper every 4–6 weeks, keep top length at 2.5–4 inches, deep‑condition weekly, avoid heavy oils that weigh waves down, and refresh style by misting with water and reworking product in the morning.
Mens Textured Medium-Length Curtain Fringe — Tousled Layered Style
This modern, medium-length textured cut with a curtain fringe suits oval, square and heart-shaped faces and softens strong jawlines. Layers create movement and volume, making it a good choice for men with medium to thick hair; those with fine hair can add pre-styling mousse or a root-lifting spray. To style: start with towel‑dried hair, mist a sea-salt or texturizing spray through the lengths, then blow-dry using your fingers or a diffuser while lifting at the roots to build body. Use a round brush or fingers to shape the curtain part and lightly twist pieces for separation. Finish with a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay for hold and texture; dab a little anti-frizz serum on ends if you want a subtle sheen. Tools needed: blow dryer (preferably with diffuser), wide-tooth comb, round brush, and optionally a flat iron for stubborn pieces. Difficulty: easy to medium — minimal daily effort once layered correctly. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep layers fresh, use a sulfate‑free shampoo, deep condition weekly, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce breakage and preserve the style.
Textured Wavy Top with Tapered Sides and Casual Top Knot
This medium-length textured top with tapered sides suits oval, square and heart-shaped faces, and helps balance longer or angular jawlines. To style: start with towel-dried hair, apply a light heat protectant and sea-salt/texturizing spray through the mid-lengths. Blow-dry with a vent brush or your fingers, directing hair back and slightly up to build lift; use a diffuser if you want to enhance natural wave. Create a loose mini top knot or small ponytail and pull a few face-framing strands free for a relaxed look. Tools: blow dryer, vent or round brush, wide-tooth comb, small hair tie; optional diffuser. Products: heat protectant, salt or texturizing spray, matte clay or paste for separation, light-hold hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — requires medium length and basic blow-drying skills but is quick once you have the cut. Maintenance: get tapered sides trimmed every 3–6 weeks and the top trimmed to shape every 8–10 weeks; shampoo 2–3 times weekly, condition regularly, and refresh texture between washes with water and a small amount of product. Sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce frizz.
Textured Quiff with Tapered Sides — Modern Mens Undercut
This textured quiff with tapered sides suits oval, square and heart-shaped faces best; men with round faces can wear it if they add extra height on top and keep the sides tight. To style: start on towel-dried hair, apply a small amount of sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse at the roots, then blow-dry while lifting the hair with your fingers or a medium round brush to create height and separation. Use texturizing scissors at the barber to create layers and remove bulk on top. Tools: blow dryer with nozzle, vent or round brush, wide-tooth comb, and clippers for the tapered sides. Products: pre-styler (sea-salt spray or mousse), a matte clay or paste for texture and medium hold, and a light-hold hairspray for longevity. Difficulty: moderate — requires daily styling practice and some heat work. Maintenance tips: get the sides tapered every 3–5 weeks and a top tidy every 6–8 weeks, protect hair from frequent high heat with a heat protectant, use sulfate-free shampoo and weekly conditioning, and sleep on a smooth pillowcase to reduce frizz.
Textured Tousled Fringe — Modern Wavy Crop for Men
This textured, tousled fringe with a medium-length wavy crop is ideal for men who want relaxed, contemporary styling. Best suited to oval, heart and diamond face shapes—its soft fringe balances a longer forehead and can slightly soften strong jawlines; men with round faces should keep more height at the crown to avoid widening. To style, towel-dry hair until damp, spritz with sea-salt or texturizing spray, then blow-dry using your fingers or a diffuser while lifting at the roots to encourage natural waves. Use a small amount of matte clay or paste warmed between the palms to define strands and create separation; scrunch the fringe forward and piece it out with your fingertips for an undone finish. Tools needed: hair dryer with nozzle/diffuser, wide-tooth comb or fingers, and a fine mist spray. Products: sea-salt spray, matte clay/paste, optional light-hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy to medium—minimal skill but requires practice to get the piecey look. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks to maintain length, condition weekly, avoid overwashing, and refresh daily with water plus a dab of product.
Textured Wavy Fringe for Men — Tousled Medium-Length Hairstyle
This medium-length textured wavy fringe suits oval, oblong and heart-shaped faces and softens strong jawlines on square faces. The cut is layered with longer top lengths and slightly shorter sides to create movement and controlled volume. To style: towel-dry to about 80% damp, work a sea-salt spray or light volumizing mousse through roots and mids, then blow-dry with a diffuser or use your fingers and a round brush to lift the roots and guide hair forward and to the side. Once dry, warm a pea-sized amount of matte clay or paste between your palms and run through hair, piecing out strands with fingertips for separation. Finish with a light texturizing spray or flexible-hold hairspray for hold without stiffness. Tools: hair dryer with diffuser, round brush, wide-tooth comb, and ask your barber for scissors and thinning shears to create layers. Products: sea-salt spray, optional volumizing mousse, matte clay/paste, light-hold hairspray and a weekly conditioner or hair mask. Difficulty: moderate — daily styling takes about 5–10 minutes. Maintenance: refresh the shape every 6–8 weeks, avoid overwashing (2–4× weekly), use a weekly deep conditioner, and trim face-framing layers to keep the fringe from obscuring the eyes.
Textured Wavy Top with Tapered Sides — Modern Mens Medium-Length Cut
This textured wavy top with tapered sides pairs a longer, tousled crown with short, tapered sides for a contemporary, effortless look. Suitability: Works best on oval, square and heart-shaped faces; the volume on top lengthens round faces and softens strong jawlines. Not recommended for very fine hair without volumizing products. Styling technique: Start with towel-dried hair, apply a sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse at the roots, then rough-dry with a hairdryer and diffuser while scrunching to enhance waves. Use a wide-tooth comb or fingers to lift the crown and create separation. Finish by warming a pea-sized matte clay or texturizing paste between your palms and working it through the ends, shaping with fingers for a messy, lived-in finish. Tools needed: hairdryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb or vent brush, scissors/clippers for the cut. Products required: sea-salt spray, heat protectant, matte clay or paste, light-hold hairspray (optional). Difficulty level: Medium — requires basic blow-drying and product control. Maintenance tips: Trim sides every 3–6 weeks, keep top 2–4 inches for texture, condition weekly, and restyle with a water mist to revive shape.
Textured Quiff with Low Fade – Modern Mens Medium-Length Hairstyle
This textured quiff with a low fade suits oval, square and heart-shaped faces best; it can also help visually lengthen round faces when brushed upward. Request 2–4 inches on top with tapered sides (clipper #1–3 or a low skin fade) at the barber. To style, towel-dry until damp, spray a light sea-salt or texturizing spray for grip, then blow-dry while lifting at the roots with a vent or round brush (or your fingers) to build volume. Warm a pea-sized amount of matte clay or paste between your palms and work it through from back to front to create piecey definition; finish by tousling with fingers and a light mist of hairspray for hold. Tools needed: hairdryer, vent/round brush, barber clippers/scissors, optional wide-tooth comb. Products: pre-styling salt spray, matte clay/paste, light-hold hairspray, regular conditioner. Difficulty: moderate — requires basic blow-dry technique and daily shaping. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 3–4 weeks, top every 6–8 weeks, wash 2–3 times weekly, condition regularly, and avoid heavy oils that weigh down texture.
Textured Long Fringe with Skin Fade — Modern Mens Hairstyle
This textured long fringe paired with a skin/taper fade creates a modern, slightly undone look that works best for oval, heart and diamond face shapes; it also flatters longer rectangular faces by softening angles. Men with round faces should add more height at the crown to create length. Styling technique: towel-dry hair until slightly damp, apply a salt spray or light mousse for grip, then blow-dry while lifting at the roots with your fingers or a vent/round brush to create volume and separation. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay through the mid-lengths and ends, using a raking motion to define pieces and sweep the fringe forward or to the side. Tools needed: hair dryer, vent or small round brush, wide-tooth comb, and clippers/scissors for upkeep. Products required: sea-salt spray or light mousse, thermal protectant, matte paste or clay, and a light-hold hairspray for hold. Difficulty level: moderate — daily styling takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 3–5 weeks, tidy the top every 6–8 weeks, condition regularly, and use dry shampoo between washes to preserve texture.
Textured Side-Swept Quiff with Tapered Sides — Mens Haircut & Styling
This modern textured side-swept quiff suits oval, square and heart-shaped faces best, and can visually lengthen round faces by adding height on top. The cut features short, tapered sides with longer, layered length through the crown and fringe to create natural movement. To style: start with towel-dried hair, apply a light sea-salt spray or a water-based pre-styler, then blow-dry while lifting the hair at the roots with a round brush or vent brush to build volume. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte clay or styling paste through the mid-lengths and ends with your fingers to define texture and separate strands; use a light-hold hairspray for all-day control if needed. Tools needed: hairdryer with nozzle, round or vent brush, wide-tooth comb and a mirror. Products required: pre-styler/sea-salt spray, matte clay or paste, light-hold hairspray, occasional deep conditioner. Difficulty: moderate — expect 8–12 minutes daily once you learn the technique. Maintenance: trim the sides every 3–5 weeks to keep the shape, refresh layers every 8–10 weeks, and avoid heavy waxes that weigh hair down.
Textured Crop with Fringe — Modern Tousled Short Hairstyle for Men
This textured crop with a blunt, slightly messy fringe suits oval, heart and square face shapes best — it softens strong jawlines and adds height for shorter faces. For round faces, ask your barber to add extra length and volume on top to elongate the face. The cut is achieved with a short tapered back and sides and scissor-textured layers on top using point-cutting to create movement. Styling technique: towel-dry hair until slightly damp, apply a light sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse, then blow-dry forward while using fingers or a vent brush to lift and tousle the top. Work a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay through the hair from roots to tips, roughing the fringe forward and separating pieces for a lived-in finish. Finish with a light hold hairspray for extra control. Tools & products: hairdryer, vent or small round brush, matte clay or paste, sea-salt spray, light hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium; 5–10 minutes daily styling. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks, use a mild shampoo and conditioner to preserve texture, and avoid heavy oils that weigh hair down.
Textured Tousled Wavy Crop with Soft Fringe — Mens Modern Haircut
Soft, textured medium-length cut that emphasizes natural waves and a tousled fringe. It flatters oval, heart and square faces by balancing proportions and adds height for round faces to elongate the profile. Best suited to naturally wavy or thick hair — fine hair can mimic the look with volumizing products, while very straight hair may require texturizing or a light perm. Styling technique: towel-dry until damp, work a salt spray or volumizing mousse through roots and mid-lengths, then blow-dry using fingers or a diffuser while scrunching to boost wave definition. Use a medium round brush to shape the fringe if needed. Once dry, warm a pea- to dime-sized amount of matte clay or paste between palms and style through mid-lengths and ends, separating pieces for movement. Finish with a light flexible-hold hairspray for hold and humidity resistance. Tools: blow dryer (diffuser optional), round brush, wide-tooth comb and your fingers. Products: sea salt spray or mousse, heat protectant, matte clay/paste, light hairspray, conditioner. Difficulty: Moderate (6/10). Maintenance: trims every 4–6 weeks, weekly deep-conditioning, avoid heavy oils, and sleep on a satin pillowcase to reduce frizz.
Textured Long Top with Undercut and Side‑Swept Fringe — Mens Modern Hairstyle
This asymmetric textured long-top with a short undercut and sweeping fringe suits oval, oblong and heart-shaped faces best; it softens strong jawlines on square faces and can visually lengthen round faces when styled upward. Ideal for medium to thick hair, it creates movement and a slightly undone, editorial finish. Start with towel-damp hair, apply a volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray at the roots, then blow-dry using fingers and a vent or round brush to lift the crown and direct the fringe across the forehead. For defined pieces, use a flat iron on low heat to shape select strands. Tools: blow dryer with nozzle, vent/round brush, comb, flat iron (optional) and hair clips. Products: heat protectant, sea-salt spray or mousse, matte clay or texturizing paste, light-hold hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate — requires basic blow-drying and texturizing skills. Maintenance: trim sides every 3–6 weeks and tidy the long top every 6–8 weeks to retain shape; shampoo 2–3 times weekly with conditioner, refresh daily with water and a small amount of paste, and sleep on a soft pillowcase to reduce breakage and frizz.
Textured Long Fringe with Volume — Messy Side‑Swept Mens Hairstyle
A modern textured long fringe that falls into a messy side‑swept look. Best for oval, heart and diamond face shapes where the long fringe balances the forehead; men with round faces can use the height and side sweep to create a more angular silhouette. To style: towel‑dry hair until slightly damp, spray a sea‑salt or texture spray through the top for grip, then blow‑dry using your fingers and a concentrator nozzle while lifting at the roots to build volume. Use a medium round brush only to direct longer pieces to the side. Finish by warming a pea‑sized amount of matte clay or styling paste between your palms and raking it through mid‑lengths and ends for separation and hold; twist small sections with fingers for piecey texture and lock with a light flexible hairspray if needed. Tools: blow dryer with nozzle, vent or round brush, wide‑tooth comb. Products: sea‑salt spray, matte clay/paste, light hairspray and a weekly conditioner. Difficulty: moderate — requires finger styling and occasional touch‑ups. Maintain with trims every 6–8 weeks, avoid overwashing, and refresh with water and texturizer on nonwash days.
Textured Tousled Top with Short Tapered Sides — Mens Hairstyle
This textured tousled top with short tapered sides is a contemporary, low-maintenance look that adds height and movement while keeping the silhouette clean. Face-shape suitability: works best for oval and square faces, enhances jawlines for heart and round shapes by adding vertical height; ideal for men with a balanced hairline. Styling technique: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray at the roots, then blow-dry using fingers (or a round brush for extra lift) while directing hair back and slightly to the side. Once dry, warm a small amount of matte clay or paste between your palms and work through the mid-lengths and ends, lifting and separating with your fingers to create tousled texture. Finish with a light mist of flexible hold hairspray for hold and flyaway control. Tools needed: blow dryer with nozzle (or diffuser), vent or round brush, wide-tooth comb, and a styling mat. Products required: volumizing mousse/sea-salt spray, matte clay/paste, lightweight hairspray, occasional leave-in conditioner. Difficulty level: moderate — about 5–10 minutes daily. Maintenance tips: get side tapers trimmed every 3–6 weeks, avoid heavy oils that flatten texture, use a weekly deep conditioner if hair is dry, and refresh the shape by reworking product with a few sprays of water on non-wash days.
Modern Textured Top with Tapered Sides — Mens Wavy Fringe Hairstyle
This modern textured top with tapered sides and a slightly wavy fringe suits men wanting a polished yet effortless look. Best for oval, square and round faces (the added height and forward sweep helps elongate round faces and soften angular jaws). Heart-shaped faces work well too; very long faces should avoid excessive top height. Hair length: keep the top 2–4 inches for movement with a short tapered or low skin fade on the sides. Styling technique: start with towel-damp hair, apply a sea-salt spray or lightweight mousse for texture, then rough-dry with a blow dryer while using fingers or a vent brush to lift and sweep the fringe back and to the side. Work a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay through the top to define strands and create separation; finish with light hairspray for hold. Tools & products needed: blow dryer, vent or round brush (optional), wide-tooth comb, sea-salt spray or mousse, matte paste/clay, light hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium. Maintenance: trim every 3–5 weeks to keep the taper sharp, use a conditioner weekly to prevent dryness, and refresh daily with water + product for consistent texture.
Textured Tousled Fringe for Men — Natural Wavy Top with Tapered Sides
This modern textured tousled fringe pairs medium-length, layered hair on top with slightly tapered sides for a soft, lived-in silhouette. Face shape: ideal for oval, heart, and diamond shapes and works well to soften a square jaw — the fringe shortens a long forehead while the volume adds balance. Cutting technique: ask your barber for disconnected layers on top with point-cutting and slight razor texturizing to break bulk; clipper or scissor-taper the sides to maintain contrast. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, apply a sea-salt spray or light mousse, then use a blow-dryer with a diffuser or fingers to lift and scrunch the hair into place. Finish by working a small amount of matte paste or clay through the ends for separation and flexible hold. Tools needed: scissors and thinning shears, clippers for sides, blow-dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb or fingers. Products required: sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse, matte paste/clay, light hold hairspray, heat protectant. Difficulty: easy–medium (good for daily styling with 5–10 minutes). Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks, condition regularly, avoid heavy waxes, and refresh texture with a spritz of sea-salt spray between washes.
Mens Textured Wavy Fringe with Tapered Sides
An undone, textured wavy fringe with short tapered sides creates a modern, low-maintenance look ideal for men with natural movement. Best suited to oval, heart and long face shapes—its volume on top balances longer proportions and softens angular jaws. The cut: ask your barber for a short tapered or faded back and sides with textured, layered length left on top and around the fringe; point-cut ends to encourage separation. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, spray sea-salt or texturizing spray through the top, then rough-dry with a blow-dryer and diffuser or use your fingers to lift roots for natural volume. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte clay or fiber through the lengths, twisting small sections to enhance separation. Lock with a light-hold hairspray if needed. Tools needed: blow-dryer with diffuser (or vent brush), texturizing scissors at the barber, comb or fingers. Products: sea-salt spray, heat protectant, matte clay/fiber, light hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — 5–10 minutes daily. Maintenance: trims every 4–6 weeks, weekly conditioning for shine, avoid heavy oils to preserve texture.
Choosing the right Korean hairstyle is both art and technique. Use the 32 images as a visual menu — pick 2–3 favorites and discuss length, layers, and texture with your barber. Consider face shape (oval and heart shapes are very adaptable; round faces benefit from height and side parting), hair density, and daily time for styling when deciding. Invest in a reliable clay or light pomade for texture, a volumizing mousse for perms and thin hair, and a matte wax for natural finishes. Regular trims every 4–8 weeks keep the silhouette crisp. If you’re unsure, book a consultation and bring photos — barbers respond best to clear visual references. With small adjustments to cut and product, many Korean styles translate easily to Western looks while delivering that modern, polished edge. – Hakan
