Styling Long Hair for Men: Slick Back, Man Bun and More
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Styling long hair for men is mostly about staying in control. Shoulder- or chin-length hair quickly falls into your face or looks unkempt. Pomade gets it into shape and adds shine. Here are four looks and the technique for each.
Look 1: Long slick back
The hair is combed straight back and falls at the nape. Work pomade into towel-dried hair from back to front, guide it back with a wide-tooth comb and let the ends fall freely. For the basics read slick back with pomade.
Look 2: Man bun or half bun
A bun at the back of the head is practical and looks groomed with neatly slicked sides. A small amount of pomade on the sides and top keeps strands from sticking out. With a half bun, only the top is tied and the rest falls loose.
Look 3: Long side part
A low part with hair tucked behind the ear. A little pomade in the lengths keeps the hair where you put it. More at side part with pomade.
Look 4: Middle part
The middle part is popular with medium to long hair. Pomade keeps both sides falling symmetrically. The guide is at middle part for men.
The growing-out phase
Between short and long there's a phase where nothing sits right. The hair is too long for a short cut and too short for a ponytail. This is where pomade helps most: a slick back or side part makes the length look intentional. Trimming the ends regularly keeps the look groomed.
How much pomade for long hair?
More than for short hair, but in stages. Start with a pea-sized amount, spread it at the back and then add more for the top. The ends usually need hardly any product.
The right pomade
NO STYLIST Pomade Pure Lemongrass is oil-based and combines petrolatum, beeswax and lanolin. It gives you a strong, pliable hold, a silky shine and a water-repellent texture. The scent comes only from lemongrass oil, patchouli oil and lavender extract. Handmade in small batches in Germany, free shipping to Germany and Austria. To try it, there is a 10 g size with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
The 51 g or 99 g tin is especially worthwhile for long hair, since you need a little more per use.
Frequently asked questions
Is pomade suitable for long hair?
Yes. It gives control and shine, especially for combed-back looks.
How do I wash pomade out of long hair?
Massage shampoo into dry hair first, then rinse. Guide at washing out oil-based pomade.
Which style works for the office?
A clean long slick back or a bun. More ideas at business hairstyles for men.