But first things first: losing your hair is part of your genetic code. Yes, there are products on the market that can help with preventing hair loss but there has not yet been released anything that truly makes a cosmetic difference in hair regrowth. Which is to say you have to work with what you have, and short hairstyles will help you do that. Here’s your game plan:
Get familiar with what you have and talk with your barber about what will be the best approach to cutting your hair. Short hairstyles tend to minimize the appearance of thinning hair; longer hair styles emphasize it.
Stop growing the sides of your hair to try to cover the top; by doing this, you are only drawing more attention to the bald spot.
Avoid wearing a hat. Covering the issue is like not dealing with it: the more you see yourself, the better you will become at embracing your new look. Plus your head needs to breathe, so the only reason you should be wearing a hat is for protection from the sun. Got it?
Regularly shampooing thinning or fine hair is necessary due to the fact that hair can become greasy very easily, which will make hair look patchy and even thinner. Overdoing it, on the other hand, can be bad as well, because you don't want to strip your hair of its natural oils. I recommend shampooing no more than three times a week, but if you want to shampoo more often, try using a dry shampoo.
Use a light pomade (a clay would be ideal) for a matte, non-greasy finish. Blow dry your hair for extra volume.
Here are some examples of short hairstyles from the leading men in Hollywood, the fashion industry and television.
Tom Ford
One length all around, no long hair on top trying to cover his hairline. Ask your barber to give you a one length cut and establish how short or long your hair should be. Keep the neck and around the ears neatly trim.
Jude Law
Short on the longer side. Ask your stylist to maintain length with texture on the corners of your hair. Maintain length in proportion to the rest of the head to help the hairline blend. (It should not be any longer than 1 inch).
Anderson Cooper
Side part. The sides are cut to one length while the corners of the head are cut in an angle to create a more dense look in the fringe area.
Matt Lauer
The buzz cut. One length all around.
Prince William
The layered cut. The perfect cut for hair with fine texture, layers all around and a longer hairline for a non-structured and effortless look.
As always remember that a good hairstyle is about being confident and honest with yourself.
