A hairstyle with your hair forward is popular, stylish, edgy, and 'a la 2022'. It looks effortless. As if you just rolled out of bed with your lovely loose hair forward. But nothing could be further from the truth, unless you are blessed by the gods. To keep your hair neatly forward all day, you do need some skills. A guide to keep your 'out of bed look' stylish instead of completely wild. Time to give you that guide!
The reasons your hairstyle doesn't stay in place
You probably know the following scenario. You've styled your hair perfectly forward in the morning and head out the door satisfied. You come home after a long day, look in the mirror, and see a wild caveman with strands of hair sticking out in all directions. After a few days like this, you start to wonder if this hairstyle is right for you. Well, we'll tell you, it probably is. There are just different reasons why your hair doesn't stay forward. Hang in there, see if these reasons sound familiar to you.
Hair Type
Every man has a different hair type. This can be straight hair, curly hair, kinky hair, thin hair, thick hair, etc. One hair type suits one hairstyle more than another. To style your hair forward well, straight or slightly curly hair is the best hair type to have. The more curls you have, the more stubborn it can become. Thick hair also tends to take the path of least resistance and thus spring out of shape, but it also tends to be heavy and therefore hang neatly forward.
Leather know your hair (and your hair type) so you know how to handle it. There are many products suitable for a certain hair type so that, despite your hair type, you can wear your hair forward for men. A little tender, love & care combined with some research ensures that you know your hair best. And therefore also how to handle it best.
Growth direction
Okay, this one is really unfair. The growth direction of your hair is something you can do very little about. The growth direction of your hair is determined from birth. Some hairs grow towards the front, others to the side, and sometimes even towards the back. Just look at your crown, here the hairs often go in all directions and this can be a tricky spot. Especially if you want all your hairs to go in the same direction, you need to learn to deal with the growth direction of your hair. One spot goes effortlessly forward, with another you have to try a bit harder. This point can also be solved with some research into your own hair and its growth direction. That way, you know exactly which spots of your hair need more attention and effort during styling.
Sebum production
The sebum production of your scalp is also important and can affect your hairstyle. If you have an overactive sebum production, your hair will become oily much faster. are more common than in other men. The oils that are released in this process will form a layer on your hair. This layer can be useful for a hairstyle with your hair forward because it adds some weight. However, this layer can unfortunately also repel styling products you use. Compare it to water and oil, the oil repels the water. This works the same with your styling products, making it harder to style. This point can be a curse for some men and a blessing for others.
Wrong products
All the points mentioned above are almost all genetically determined. But, of course, we also have a point where you can do something yourself! If you use the wrong products, your hairstyle will fall out of shape faster or be difficult to manage. These products can also give you a natural, matte, or shiny finish. Always read the description of the product you are interested in so you can see if it is a good match for your hair type and the type of hairstyle you want to create.
Tips to keep your hair forward
Of course, we have compiled some tips for you to keep your hair forward. Consider all the reasons mentioned above to see why it is not working, work on them, and use the tips below.
Wash your hair
When your hair is wet, it is moldable. The growth direction can be softened in this way, but only when it is still wet! When your hair dries naturally, it will fall the same way it is used to and will therefore be much harder to style.
Use a hairdryer
In the previous point, you read that it was important to wet your hair. And now it is the art of drying your hair in the right way. The hairdryer is important, a secret weapon in this context. You can bend your hair and slightly adjust your hair growth direction. If you want to style your hair forward, you should (not surprisingly) blow-dry your hair forward. Make sure to blow-dry your hair completely dry, otherwise, you still give your hairstyle the option to sneak back to what it is used to.
Show your barber what hairstyle you want
Sounds redundant, but this tip is very important. Do you want short hair forward? Or rather longer and more messy? Your barber sees your hair growth direction, hair type, and the condition of your hair better than you do. Therefore, if you want a certain hairstyle, make it really clear what you want. He will then know exactly what needs to be cut and how your hair can stay forward as well as possible.
Use the right products
Our favorite subject: the right styling products for hair forward for men. If you want to create a casual, messy look, a sea salt spray is your best friend. If you want to add some weight to your hair, you can use a cream or wax. A pomade will often make your hair too greasy, and you don't necessarily want this if you're going for a casual look. Fortunately, there are plenty of products that can help you with the hairstyle with hair forward for men.
Which products ensure that my hair stays forward?
If you're lucky, you won't need to use many products with this hairstyle. But, if you need a little more effort, there are certainly products that can help keep your hair in shape a bit better. Think of a good grooming spray or hairpaste. This way, you can style your hair well, it won't get too greasy, and it ensures that your hairstyle stays in place a bit better throughout the day.
If your hair is a bit longer, we recommend a hair cream. With a hair cream, you ensure that you have more control over your hair, without making it greasy or too heavy. This way, you maintain the casual look! Oh, and speaking of casual looks, a sea salt spray is the best match for this. It literally creates a kind of 'beachy' look. Your hair will gain a bit more texture and definition, and it can also give your hair more wave or curl. It makes the whole look less flat and boring.
And the finishing touch is, of course, the finishing spray. Once you've styled your hair exactly how you want it, a few good sprays finishing spray will keep your hair well in place throughout the day. This way, you essentially lock in your style. The hair growth direction will struggle to find its original path again, and you'll come home with the same look you left with. Problem solved!
Do you still have questions about, for example, your hairstyle or suitable products? Feel free to contact us. That's what we're here for, happy you - happy us. You know where to find us!
Your friends, The Alpha Men