Faux Hawk – Side View

The faux hawk is a hairstyle, not a hair cut. It works with any hair that is cut short at the sides and back and longer at the top. As you can see from the faux hawk side view, form the mohawk by pulling the top into a tapered point along the center of the scalp. The front can also be spiked up or fall down over the forehead. Another way to wear this look is with hair pointing forward over the forehead in a rhino horn.

Messy Faux Hawk

Combine bedhead and a faux hawk to get this messy faux hawk. This rocker chic look needs medium length hair at the front to achieve maxim height and messiness.  To get the look, rub a strong hold product like wax, pomade, or gel through hair. Starting at the back, comb hair forward and then up  at various angles. Use fingers to finish.

Cool Hairstyles for Grey Hair – Men

Grey hair on men gives a distinguished and powerful air. Rather than matching it with a conservative look, add juxtaposition to the mix with cool hairstyles for grey hair – men. This faux hawk adds a modern and edgy touch to grey hair. The icy blues of the suit, tie and jacket play up the tones of the hair. This look combines the best of both worlds – modern trends and sophisticated style.

Short Faux Hawk

The faux hawk works for short hairstyles for men too. This short faux hawk is a simplified version of the look, with just the hair at the middle of the top forming the distinctive mohawk peak. The key to the look using product that isn’t visible or greasy.  The rest of close cropped hair is worn gladiator style, down the forehead. Sideburns, as always, are optional.

How to Style a Mohawk

The ultimate statement hairstyle for men is the mohawk. The ancient look has not only been worn by the Mohicans in North America but warriors in Ireland, Libya, and the Ukraine. It has since been adopted by soldiers, punks, and rebels everywhere.

The mohawk starts with the haircut – shaved sides with a strip down the center of the scalp. How thick or long that hair is is up to you – the more hair there is, the more product will be required to stand hair up.

Now on to how to style a mohawk. No one said it was easy (without razors, the Mohawk plucked hair out in chunks) but it’s worth it.

1. Blow Dry Hair – Letting hair air dry lets in moisture which causes frizz and weights hair down.

2. Liberty Spikes or Fan? – There are many types of mohawks with the most common being the fan with hair worn straight up or liberty spikes, like the Statue of Liberty.

3. Tease – This is the method used to add height to every hairstyle. Grab a section of hair at the forehead and get out a comb.  With the fine end of a comb, begin to backcomb hair in small strokes starting next to the scalp and working towards the tip. For the fan mohawk, pull hair straight up throughout this process. For the spikes, twist hair up into an individual spike. Hair will mat together and start to stand up.

4.  Add Product- There are many ways to get hair to defy gravity. At home methods include glue, egg whites, cornstarch, and gelatin. Or for conventional hair products, a combination of ultra strong hold gel and hairspray do the trick.

Got 2b Glued Spiking Glue - This affordable drugstore product is renowned for defying gravity.

Got2b Glued Blasting Freeze Spray - The complement to spiking glue.

TIGI Bed Head Hard Mohawk Gel - The only product specifically made for styling mohawks.

TIGI Bed Head Hard Head Hair Spray - The strongest hold hair spray available without leaving sticky residue and that works in the most humid of climates.

Apply the gel or spiking glue liberally, starting at the bottom and working up to ensure product is evenly distributed. Holding the spike or section up with your hand, set it with a blow dryer for 30 to 60 seconds, until hair is completely dry. Finish with a generous dose of hair spray and repeat with the next section.

For the fan mohawk, gently comb hair between sections for a smooth and continuous mohawk.

5. Mohawk Alternatives - There’s no doubt that this is a high commitment hairstyle – between keeping the sides shaved and keeping hair sky high. Some lower maintenance options are the faux hawk, which keeps hair at the sides and hair longer in the center or at the front. One of David Beckham’s signature haircuts, this is an attractive look on everyone and looks equally good with hair worn spiked or down.

Puck Puckerman’s short mohawk strip has the same strong effect without needing to spike hair up. This would also be a great option for wavy or curly hair.

Short Mohawk

A mohawk worn with a beard isn’t just for Mr. T anymore! Don’t pity the fool for wearing a mohawk hairstyle – just update the look for the 21st century. David Beckham and Glee’s Puck Puckerman brought the look into the mainstream. Whether it’s worn spiked up or cut extra wide, the short mohawk is a bold masculine look that exudes confidence.

Skipping the shaved sides makes this short mohawk even more wearable. This punk version of a crewcut leaves the strip of hair along the centre of the head extra long. Thick and curly hair will naturally stand up. For straight hair, keep hair short enough that product will do the trick. For the hipster Mr. T look, add a close cropped beard.