Choosing the right hairstyle is essential for men who want to accentuate their gray hair rather than the thinning parts of their scalps. And because we consider ourselves experts on the topic, we’ve compiled four ways for you to wear your gray hair as well as some helpful tips on how to maintain it. Consider this our Father’s Day gift to you because nothing shines brighter than confidence (not even your gray hair!)
Side Part
This classic style looks great on everyone, regardless of age (or hairline). Apply a small amount of pomade to gray, silver, and white hair before combing into place for a natural appearance.
Short Chop
Adding choppy texture to a short cut helps hair appear fuller, which is an easy way to camouflage a thinning mane. Style this look with a texturizing spray to add volume without weighing hair down.
Buzz Cut
Versatile, edgy, and perfectly suited for any occasion, the buzz cut is another classic style that looks even better with gray, silver, and white hair. This is also a good choice if you are having trouble accepting your colorless strands because there are less of them to see. Use a dab of an oil-based pomade for added shine.
Messy Sweep
This playful style embraces longer length and multitudes of texture enhanced by a lightweight styling cream. You can be gray for days but essentially young at heart.
Now that you have some of our favorite gray hair styles to choose from, it’s important to note that caring for gray hair is going to be different. It’s not just the color that’s changed, it’s also the texture. Hair devoid of color can feel stiff and porous, making it difficult to manage. That’s why choosing our Go Gray Clarifying Duo, formulated with Activated Charcoal, is a great way to maintain healthy gray hair.
Designed to help detoxify the scalp and strands of product buildup, oil and impurities without stripping it of its natural moisture, this cleansing and conditioning duo leaves hair smelling fresh while imparting shine and softness. It also helps fade and neutralize brassy and yellow tones often associated with gray, silver, and white hair.
When it comes to styling, it’s important to note that matte hair products make gray hair look dull. Choose products that have a little shine to them. Avoid gels or heavy products that weigh hair down and cause separation, making hair seem thinner than it probably is.
