Find out how to comb short hair step by step. From the best strategy to prepare your hair (dry and apply the product) to the different shapes you can give at the end, going through the amount of product to use and how to keep it so that it does not lose its shape.
The main reason to bet on short hair is its enormous comfort. This is an ideal option for those who want to be ready in the morning in just a few minutes. And it is naturally easier to wash and comb short hair than long hair.
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The three phases of the hairstyle
Three steps are enough to be ready to leave in the morning. The first thing is to wash and dry. Then apply the product, and finally it is given the desired shape. In the third step you have to take care of small details, which is why it is the one who needs the most patience.
Wash your hair and towel dry immediately after you leave the shower, as you usually do. Consider using the dryer to finish removing all moisture, especially if you want to get more volume. Remember that the combination of hair dryer and product will help you challenge gravity with your hairstyle.
Put the chosen product for your hair (wax, paste, ointment, gel…) on the palm of your hand. Rubbing your hands, spread the product through your palms and fingers. Spread the product from the root to the tips. Pass your hands all over your hair, working from bottom to top. Don’t try to shape it yet; for now only worry that the product will fit properly into your hair.
Finally, using your fingers or a comb (in casual hairstyles there are usually more than the first and in the formal ones more than the second) styling your hair as you like. You can comb it to the side if you want a definite and conservative result. If you prefer something more casual, disorder your strands a little using your hands. A finishing touch with hair dryer will give you a smoother finish.
Maintenance is key
Wearing short hair needs maintenance. If the top and especially the sides grow too much, the haircut loses shape and transforms into something completely different.
Visit your barber every 1-3 weeks (depending on your haircut) so your hairstyle is always at its point.
Ideas for combing
Backward with toupee
There are many kinds of toupee. There are high, unstructured, and then there are the moderate ones, like this. If you do not know how to comb short hair, back hair with toupee is an option that is worth taking into account.
To the side
The side stripe forms a great pair with costumes, which is why it is an excellent idea to go to the office as well as to attend elegant events. With a small amount of wax and your hands should be enough to be able to throw your hair to the side. However, if you want a flatter, more formal side stripe (in the style ‘Mad Men’) you will need a comb and a heavier product, such as rubber.
Down
Textured haircuts are especially suitable for men with straight hair. It is also a good idea if you have tickets or thin hair. For the hairstyle to work it is important that the front part has enough body. The dryer and a molding product will help you achieve it.
Casual Disorder
If you have short hair you do not need your hairstyle to be clearly defined so that it will shine, and this is the test. There are scrambled and tipped strands here and there, but the end result works great. It is about seeking naturalness through the effective technique of the disorder studied.
How much product should be used?
It is highly advisable to use little product when you have thin hair. The reason is that they add too much weight, something that does not interest men with this type of hair. Instead, dense hair can handle larger amounts of product. In any case, if you are looking for a more natural or bulky result, make sure you use as little as possible.
The secret is to find out what is the right amount of product that helps you shape your hairstyle without going through the line. There is an amount from which the hair turns out already too greasy or sticky. The trial and error will reveal how much it is in your case. If you pass, something that is not uncommon (especially when using a new product), and the product leaves your hair too tight or heavy, stay calm. Pass the dryer again instead of washing it again. Hot air will help you melt the product and regain flexibility in your hair.
