70s-Inspired ’Stache

 

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Mustaches are back and here to stay! And for a good reason—this timeless style is natural and extremely low-maintenance. Paying homage to celebrities of the 1970s like Tom Selleck, the modern-day mustache has made a triumphant return, whether paired with a pronounced beard or worn on its own. By leaving the hair to grow more on the upper lip, you can easily create contrast and shape to the face, suitable for most men. But don’t worry; there are limitless variations to match your unique preferences. The best way to achieve this style is to simply let your facial hair grow out for anywhere from six to eight months, never trimming above the lip. Consider using a mustache comb to straighten the hair before applying a small amount of wax to keep its shape!

Bandholz Beard

 

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Since 2011, the so-called “Bandholz Beard” has dominated facial hair trends for clients who want a more angular look, which is why it complements round faces so well. A modern take on the classic beard, the Bandholz Beard has become a more widely approved facial hair trend, named after Beardbrand founder Eric Bandholz, who left his beard to grow naturally without any trimming or shaping. The signature look is identifiable by its mustache with full beard combination, where the mustache distinctively hangs wide to partly conceal the mouth. If you have a significant amount of patience and dedication, this look may be the perfect style for you!

Fundamental Fade

 

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Similar to a fade for your face, the faded beard helps slim the face and remove cheek bulk. When it comes to this facial hair fad, the fading occurs in two places, the sideburns and the cheeks, focusing the thickness on the chin. At the Z Hair Academy cosmetology school in Overland Park, our stylists recommend keeping your beard around three to six inches long to achieve this popular style. You can start fading the hair gradually anywhere from halfway down your beard to the sideburns!