Top 4 Men’s Summer Haircuts to Stay Cool

With summer officially in a full swing, sunny days and warmer weather are here to stay. This can make it challenging to rock a hairstyle that is both trendy and functional to keep you cool in the hot sun. What’s more, it’s even harder to find a cut that is low-maintenance so you spend less time doing your hair and more time enjoying your summer. Take a peek at our picks at TipTop for some of the most popular summer hairstyles for men and don’t forget to check out our portfolio of other services offered.

1. Tried-and-True

A haircut as old as time, the buzz cut is the most efficient and easy-to-maintain hairstyles a man can get. The cut finds its origins in the military because of the ease of keeping it one way for everyone. The hair is cut at an even length across the entire head with clippers. Though this may sound easy to get, it’s best to have a professional barber do it for you to accurately cut the hair to the shape of your head.

When it comes to styling this do, there isn’t much you have to do at all! You’ll have to keep up with regular cuts to keep it at the desired length but it’s also up to you how long you want to keep it. Many variations of the cut exist. Many think it must be short and close to the head but this style can be worn at any length that suits you. One note by professionals; this look is best for those with a more rectangular-shaped face.

2. Modern Military

This look is one of the most versatile looks for men, especially in summer. The high-and-tight, also originating from the military, is the perfect look to keep your head cool in more ways than one. At its core, the cut starts off similar to a buzz cut, clipping the sides and back short but leaving the top longer to style. Popular ways to style the top are texturing, comb-over, and side part, while a lot of men like to switch between a fade on the sides and keeping it like a buzz cut. A newer trend is doing an undercut on the sides and longer locks on top to give it a more dramatic look. 

Texturing the top at the barbers is important to keep the look versatile so you can change your look daily if you want. Different products yield different results; a pomade helps shape the top to your liking while clay gives it a more messy and natural look. Even though there are many ways to make this style unique to you, it works for any face shape and is super-low maintenance on styling and upkeep.

3. Surfer Style

Though it may seem counterintuitive to staying cool from the sun, the flow and shade from the surfer style hair can surprise you. Given to us by the classic beach look of the ‘50s, this style doesn’t require much cutting. In fact, most looks have the hair down to the shoulders, keeping it purposefully looking untidy or tousled to appear carefree and relaxed. This look is best for those with naturally curly hair, though curls can be done with the right product.

When it comes to styling, it’s surprisingly easy to do! Many professionals recommend a salt spray to bring out the natural texture and volume of the hair. Double this with air-dry and you will get that effortless look. The long locks will cool you off in a nice summer breeze and shade your exposed skin from the sun from a long day out and about.

4. Updated Do

Stemming from the high-and-tight, the French crop is a rising trend in men’s hairstyles for its easy maintenance yet sophisticated look. Instead of clipping, the sides and back are cut short with the top only slightly longer, cut with a short fringe in front. Just like the high-and-tight, however, the top can be styled in a number of various ways to make it your look.

Finding the perfect hair stylist is key to pulling this look off. The two main ways of cutting the perfect french crop are point cutting, which gives the top a more textured look, or blunt cutting, for a smoother look. Just like the high-and-tight, this style is versatile in styling and low-maintenance to keep up with. Slick back the front with a gel or pomade or style it up with a clay or cream. Any way you put it, this look is sure to catch eyes!

With these main four haircuts, there are many ways you can style and show off your hair while staying cool in the summer heat. Consult your barber or hair stylist to see which style is best for your head shape and hair texture, but each look works for all men. Learn more about finding the best stylist in your area and how they, and TipTop, can help you take ownership of your schedule once again.

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