How to Trim Mens Curly Hair

When it comes to trimming curly hair, there are a lot of options for you to consider. Don’t worry! There are a few tips and tricks you can try if you don’t feel like heading out to the salon. Take a look at some frequently asked questions and answers and see if there’s a solution that works for you!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]How do you trim the top section of men’s curly hair?

1. Use hair cutting shears to trim the top. Hair cutting shears will allow you to leave the top section of the hair a bit longer than the sides and back. Unless the person whose hair you're cutting wants a buzzed, even length over their head, definitely use shears to trim the top so you don’t cut too much off.^[1]
   
2. Leave some length on top for a medium or long-length hairstyle. For a medium-length cut, you might leave the hair or so along the top. For a long-length hairstyle, you can leave the hair at least long, so it can frame the sides of the head.^[2]
   

[Edit]How do you cut the sides and back of men’s curly hair?

1. Use hair clippers to keep the sides and back short and tapered. Clippers are a great option if you’d like to achieve a clean cut look along the sides and back of the head. Whenever you use clippers, you’ll need to pick out the right guard—this is a special cover that helps keep your hair a short, consistent length. The right guard length really depends on how short the person wants the back and sides of their hair to be.^[3]
   
   • Clipper guards are labeled with different numbers—the smaller the number, the shorter the hair will be. For reference, a number 1 guard will leave hair long, while a number 8 guard will leave hair long.^[4]
2. Use shears if you’d like the hair to be longer all around. Let the hair grow out all around the head, and make minor adjustments with a pair of hair cutting shears.^[5]
   

[Edit]How often should you cut curly hair?

1. Trim hair every 3 to 6 weeks. Fine-tuned haircuts, like fades, can get pretty unruly if they aren’t trimmed and adjusted regularly. Don’t worry about trimming hair once every weekend—once a month or so is a good pace to keep up.^[6]
   

[Edit]Is it better to trim curly hair wet or dry?

1. Dry haircuts have a lot of benefits. Overall, dry haircuts tend to be more precise, and make it a lot easier to spot any split ends. Sometimes, damp hair looks longer than it actually is, which can lead to some unwanted surprises once the haircut is done. Dry cutting makes it a lot easier to tell where the curls will naturally fall, and how they’ll look in real time.^[7]
   

[Edit]What haircut is best for curly hair?

1. Quiff the hair for a natural, wind-blown look. Quiffed hair is curled upwards, which creates a really posh, sophisticated look. Try out this haircut for a change of pace, or if you’d just like to look a little more elegant while you’re out and about.^[8]
   
2. Keep the hair faded if you’re working with an afro. Afros can be tough to work with and manage, especially if they’re on the longer side. Instead, try a fade haircut, which keeps the afro longer on the top but shorter and sleeker along the sides and back.^[9]
   
3. Shave the sides to create an undercut. Clip sides of the hair so they’re super short. Let the curls along the top of the head grow out, which creates a cool contrast between the top and sides of the head.^[10]
   

[Edit]Tips

• Watch YouTube tutorials so you can follow along with salon experts.^[11]

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=svH1B0JPZ2U&t=40m49s
2. ↑ https://haircutinspiration.com/mens-hairstyles-for-curly-hair/
3. ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=svH1B0JPZ2U&t=11m7s
4. ↑ https://www.menshairstylestoday.com/haircut-numbers/
5. ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6hjEkI4wX20&t=1m10s
6. ↑ https://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/08/fashion/mens-style/how-long-should-a-man-go-between-haircuts.html
7. ↑ https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/hair/a13624/dry-hair-cut/
8. ↑ https://www.thetrendspotter.net/10-stylish-hairstyles-for-men-with-curly-hair/
9. ↑ https://www.thetrendspotter.net/10-stylish-hairstyles-for-men-with-curly-hair/
10. ↑ https://www.thetrendspotter.net/10-stylish-hairstyles-for-men-with-curly-hair/
11. ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/diy-haircuts-during-the-pandemic-experts-weigh-in-and-offer-tips/2020/05/29/b3beb4ec-96fa-11ea-9f5e-56d8239bf9ad_story.html