The Best Hairstyles for a Receding Hairline

As we age, our hair growth patterns change, sometimes leading to concerns like a receding hairline. This type of hair loss is common, but there are many hairstyles that can help you feel confident and stylish, regardless of the state of your hairline. Whether you prefer a low-maintenance look or something trendier, a hairstyle can suit your overall appearance.

Understanding a Receding Hairline

The Mayo Clinic identifies a receding hairline as the most prevalent form of hair loss. Knowing the causes and characteristics of this condition is the first step in finding the right hairstyle.

Stylish Haircuts for a Receding Hairline

Many cuts can minimize the appearance of a receding hairline. The key is to be mindful of length and choose styles that work with your hair's texture. Here are some of the best options:

1. Parted Comb Over

The parted comb over is a great choice for men who love a no-fuss style. This look gives a bit of height at the top and falls short at the sides, and it will also help hide your receding hairline. It’s also super easy to style. All you need is a brush, a comb, and a styling cream like the L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Blow Dry It Thermal Smoother Cream. Squeeze a dime-sized amount of product into your palms, apply on damp hair before blow-drying, and brush to define your texture.

2. Short, Slicked-Back Hairstyle

Neat and versatile, you can never go wrong with a short, slicked-back hairstyle. A great option for men who appreciate low maintenance styles, this look may just become your new best friend. By keeping your hair short, you avoid giving too much height at the top of your head, which can draw attention to your “bad” hairline. Best of all, you’ll only need a hair gel like the L’Oréal Paris Studio Line Clean Gel to achieve the look.

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3. Long and Curly Haircut

While you probably think you’ll always need to cover up your hairline after starting to lose your hair, but you can actually rock a variety of hairstyles. The key is to be mindful of length. With that said, a long and curly haircut totally works. The curly texture is the shining star of the look, which works in your favor. Perfect for a minimalist, this look only requires one styling product to master. Use a hair mousse like the L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Curve It Elastic Mousse, applying an egg-sized amount evenly throughout your hair.

4. Slicked-Back Undercut

For a trendy look that checks all the style boxes, the slicked-back undercut is a winner! Great for short and medium lengths, the top of the hair contrasts with the sides for a stylish look. Known as one of the best short haircuts for men, this hairstyle allows you to play with length. We also dig that this look is easy to style.

5. Textured Crop

A variation of the crew cut, this preppy haircut doesn’t skimp on the style meter. The top works to highlight your length and texture along with minimizing the appearance of your hairline and forehead. Call it a win-win! Best of all, all you need is a hair pomade or paste to define your texture like the L’Oréal Paris Studio Line Overworked Hair Putty.

6. Classic Pompadour

For a charming look that never fails, the classic pompadour is just what you need. This popular trend can be seen all over your social media feed and with good reason. It looks great on men with receding hairlines due to its dramatic height and stylish curl. Style the look with the help of the L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Lock It Clean Style Gel.

7. Deep Waves

Tired of the traditional line-up haircut? Take your look to the next level with deep waves. This classic cut focuses on shaping your hairline to hide any thinning while flattering your face shape. Since this style requires a precise cut, we recommend booking an appointment with your barber. Finish up with a hair putty to define your wavy texture.

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8. Curly Textured Hairstyle

Thinking of a hipster look? This curly textured hairstyle will definitely meet your standards. A variation of the trendy undercut, this look plays with texture and height to make your receding hairline an afterthought. Get the look by leaving your hair long on the top along with cutting the sides and leaving the back short. All you need to style this ‘do is a dollop of hair cream like the L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Curl Taming Cream.

9. Quiff

Quiffs, also known as the modern version of a pompadour, are a great style for men with receding hairlines. With the option of playing with length and a messier texture for a less precise finish, you can fix a bad hairline so no one will be the wiser.

10. Messy Spiky Hair

If you’ve been searching for a young and fresh style that will conceal your thinning hairline, messy spiky hair may be your perfect match. This hairstyle adds edge to your look while staying on-trend. Best of all, you can get the style in no time at all and still look great.

Additional Styles to Consider:

• Buzz Cut: A simple yet effective styling approach for a receding hairline.
• Slick Back: This “slick” look is one of the top hairstyles for receding hairlines or thin hair.
• Crew Cut: The crew cut has been a go-to for years, and that’s not likely to change anytime soon.
• Bald Fade: Want to keep those hard-earned locs but still like to keep it cropped on the sides? Try a bald fade.
• Tasteful Spike: A tasteful spike may be one of the best hairstyles for receding hairlines, particularly for those with naturally straight hair, because it lends a thicker appearance at the front.
• High Fade with Beard: Beards pair well with a high fade because they can be artistically blended around the sideburns, creating a unified look.
• Low Taper: By bringing a low taper to a shorter cut, you keep the flexibility of styling the top just the way you like while adding another dimension to the sides, back, and neck.
• Clean Shave: For some people, the best haircut for a receding hairline could just be a clean shave. Many men who lean into their hair loss and go “full bald” find that they love the look and simplicity of the style.
• Quiff with Taper: A quiff is another stylish option that looks great with a taper.
• Business Cut: You don’t have to wear a suit to look good with a business cut - but it definitely doesn’t hurt!
• Widow's Peak Styles: A receding hairline could either accentuate or reduce a widow’s peak, but there are still plenty of haircut options that will complement this distinctive feature.
• Classic High Fade: When in doubt, the classic high fade is always a good choice.
• Shaggy Hair with Low Fade: If you know you like to wear your hair a little shaggy but want to mix it up a bit, try adding a low fade to create a cool long- to medium-length hairstyle.
• Regulation Cut: The military-inspired regulation cut keeps some of the simplicity you’d expect from - as the name suggests - strict armed service regulations.
• Long Locks: Somewhat ironically, long locks on men can be one of the more effective receding hairline or balding hairstyles.
• Faux Hawk: Faux hawks bring just the right combination of edginess and approachability while working well with a receding hairline.
• Top Knot: The top knot is always a chic option for people who want to keep their long hair with a receding hairline.
• Curly Pompadour: If you’ve got curly hair and want to rock a modernized version of an American classic, try the legendary pompadour cut.
• Dramatic Fade: For another variation on the common crew cut, try combining it with a more dramatic fade. A bald fade is exactly what it sounds like - going all the way down to the skin.
• Side-Swept Style: Use your wavy locks to your advantage with a side-swept style.
• Mid Fade: If you like to keep your options open with short- or medium-length hair but want to bring a little something extra to the sides, try a mid fade.
• Medium-Length Side Part: One of the more common hairstyles for men with receding hairlines is the medium-length side part, which can easily be slicked over to conceal thinning hair.

Additional Tips and Considerations

• Embrace a Fringe: A fringe is the ideal hairstyle for a receding hairline. It works with curly or straight hair textures, and hides any hair loss around your temples. That said, you do need reasonably thick hair through the mid-scalp for a fringe to work.
• Consider a Beard: The beard trend isn’t going anywhere, and it’s a great way to detract from hair loss on your head.

What to Avoid

• Dreadlocks: Dreadlocks put repeated stress and strain on the hair follicles, causing further hair loss. The longer and heavier your hair, the more your follicles are likely to be affected.

Taking Action Against Hair Loss

Before committing to a hairstyle overhaul, decide whether now’s the right time to take steps to stop your receding hairline getting worse. Plenty of treatments are proven to stop and even reverse balding without anyone knowing you’re using hair growth treatments. Even lifestyle changes can help.

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