What are the Different Types of Haircuts?

The types of haircuts men can choose from are pretty limited, though there are a few that are unisex I suppose.

I've lived though the hippy hair of the 1960s, a mullet that makes me cringe when I see old pictures of myself, and the curly perm which was the only way to look for the longest time.

These days I just stick with what my dad used to call a 'short back and sides'. I don't envy younger men the pressure to wax, style and blow dry every day.

I had the 'Rachel' in high school. I had been struggling for years back and forth between bangs and the uncomfortable process of growing them out. The in-between was unbearable, as the rest of my hair was very long.

I went with a shag cut that blended my cheekbone-length bangs in with the rest of my hair, which was shortened to shoulder-length. I must say, with the help of velcro rollers, I had quite a stylish 'do! Even though I had layers to style, it was much easier to maintain than my long locks. Washing and drying time shrank to about half of what they once required.

@mabeT - I think a feathered cut would be great for you. If you want to grow your hair out long again, then the layers and thinning provided by a feathered cut would go great with a round face.

I know everyone says that long hair drags a narrow face down and makes it appear thinner. That would be ideal for a round face!

When feathering hair, a stylist usually will use a blade for a more natural and gradual layering effect. Layers around your face should begin at the mouth and work downward.

If you do decide to go with a layered look, then it can be easily updated as your hair grows out. The stylist can re-feather your layers around your face at any time while still leaving the overall length.

My husband is only in his early thirties, but he is already starting to lose his hair in the front. Some medication that he has to take is at least partly to blame.

I am curious what kinds of mens hair styles they can choose from when they start to lose their hair to make it a little less noticeable.

It’s really bothering him, especially considering that he has always had the most gorgeous wavy locks. It is troubling him so much that he is starting to just shave his head bald.

Now, I love him no matter what. It’s his head and I get that he has to deal with it. But I sure would love to be able to run my fingers through his hair just a little while longer.

I have the hardest time deciding what kinds of haircuts I should get. The truth is that my face is very round shaped, and I feel like everything makes it look even rounder.

I had long hair for most of my life. It was actually down past my bottom all the way through college. Later, I had it cut to about halfway my back, and then it kept inching up.

I’ve tried up to my shoulders, but I’m scared to go up any further for the simple fact that I don’t want to look like a pumpkin! At the same time, my hair is also very thick and I could use a lot less hassle with it.

Anyone have any ideas about a lady looking for a cute haircut that doesn’t make her look like a big ole pumpkin head?

There are so many different types of haircuts that have become famous after a stylish star has made them popular. One of the most notable cuts that I actually got was Victoria Beckham's graduated bob. I really think that style was amazingly chique and flattering.

I find that stars are also a good source for the latest hair coloring trends. While sometimes these don't always look the best on me, I love to see what stars do with wild colors. I think that the singer Pink had some fantastic coloring back when she was really using her name for all it was worth.

If you are looking to try out different types of haircuts there are plenty of free programs online that let you upload your photo and try out different styles. This software is great because it can really good idea if a cut and color will match your face.

I often find it can be tough to judge from a magazine if a cut will flatter your face, or if a color will look good with your skin tone.

The photos you make with different hairstyles can also be saved and downloaded. I love having my picture on my smartphone and I can just show it to my stylist.

@BrickBack - I wanted to say that I know that changing your hair drastically is stressful especially if you had the same style forever.

My stylist actually has a computer that shows you how you would look with a specific hair style so that you don’t have to risk getting a cut that doesn’t work for you.

They scan your picture and then layer different looks until you find what you like. It is really cool. My husband even found a different type of haircut for men that he wants to try.

@Mutsy - That is so true. I always bring in pictures of short hair styles that would actually make me look younger, but I always chicken out and only get my hair trimmed. I have had the same hair style for about ten years now and I am dying to change my long hair drastically and get a short hair style, but I never do.

I know that the hair will grow back, but I just can’t. I want to tell the stylist to cut it how she sees fit, but then I worry that I won’t like it. I really wanted to get a graduated bob because it looks so sleek, and maybe I can start with a regular layered bob and then go a little shorter after that. I will probably have to gradually go shorter because I am getting sick of the way my hair looks.

@GreenWeaver - I know what you mean. I have long hair that tends to be course so it is difficult to style. I think that there are many lovely hairstyles out there but you have to find the right one that matches the shape of your face.

For example, if your face is fuller, I think that a long hair style with longer layers might elongate the face and make the style appear more flattering. I also think that adding bangs can make a woman appear to look younger. I think that sometimes people fall in love with a particular hair cut to find out that the style is really not suited for their face.

I love short hair cuts because they are so easy to maintain. I have curly hair and it is so much work to maintain a long hair style because I typically like to blow dry my hair straight and then use a hot iron to make my hair look sleek.

My husband really likes my hair this way, but it is so much work that I often wish I had a short hair style that was wash and wear. I used to have short hair when I was younger and it was flattering because to me it looks so polished. It also draws more attention to your eyes.