10 Long Hairstyles For Men With Thick Hair

1 of 10 — The Untamed Mane

The Untamed Mane

The Untamed Mane is a long, loosely layered cut built specifically for thick hair that has enough natural density to hold volume without a part. Unlike shorter fades, this style relies on graduated layering rather than clipper work, which is why it reads as effortless while actually requiring precise cutting underneath.

Face Shape Match

The Untamed Mane suits Square and Oval face shapes best. On a Square face, the soft, movement-heavy layers around the temples break up the hard angles of the jawline, softening the overall silhouette without hiding the model’s natural bone structure. On an Oval face, the added volume through the crown balances proportions that are already well-suited to most cuts, giving the style room to fall naturally without overwhelming the face.

Round faces should approach this cut with caution. Because the style adds width through the sides and minimal vertical lift, it can visually shorten an already round face. If you have a Round face and still want this look, ask your barber to keep more height at the crown and less width at the temples to counteract the effect.

Grooming Kit

• Shears: Feather Styling Shears (170mm) for the barber’s layering work, not a home tool
• Wide-Tooth Comb: Kent Handmade Wide-Tooth Detangling Comb for daily use on wet or dry hair
• Finishing Tools: Denman D3 boar bristle brush for smoothing and natural shine
• Styling Product: Baxter of California Clay Pomade (matte finish) or a sea salt spray like Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray for texture
• Maintenance: A lightweight leave-in conditioner such as Kerastase Nutritive Oleo-Relax, applied in a dime-sized amount to damp hair

Maintenance Level

Rated MEDIUM. Barber visits are needed every 6-8 weeks for a layer refresh, since the style relies on shape rather than length maintenance. Daily styling time is 3-5 minutes: towel-dry, apply a dime-sized amount of pomade or sea salt spray, and finger-comb into place. Product routine is a single step. Growth pattern is forgiving — the cut grows into more length rather than losing its shape, so it still looks intentional even at the 7-week mark. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $40-60 depending on barber pricing. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Beginner.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Untamed Mane — long layers all over with no hard part. Keep the length at the top around 5-6 inches and use point cutting to add texture rather than a blunt finish. Layer the sides and back so the hair graduates naturally into the length, no clipper guard, scissor-only around the ears. Add movement through the crown with the shears so it has volume without being bulky. Finish with a texturizing touch through the ends so it dries with natural separation instead of falling flat.”

If you like the idea of volume but want something that dries even faster with zero product, the next style trades this loose, layered look for a slicked, wash-and-go finish that still makes a statement.

2 of 10 — The Modern Viking

The Modern Viking

The Modern Viking pairs a shaved or heavily tapered undercut with a long, thick top pulled into a tight knot, giving thick hair a structured outlet instead of letting it sit loose and heavy. This is one of the highest-impact styles on the list because the contrast between the shaved sides and the dense top does most of the visual work.

Face Shape Match

This style is built for Oval and Diamond face shapes. On an Oval face, the tight top knot keeps the crown compact while the undercut sides add visual structure, maintaining the face’s natural balance. On a Diamond face, the shaved sides emphasize the cheekbones rather than competing with them, and the top knot draws the eye upward, softening a narrow chin.

Round faces should avoid a low, centered top knot, since it can flatten the top of the head and make the face appear wider. If a Round face wants this style, request the knot positioned slightly higher and more forward to create vertical lift.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Magic Clip (Model 5049-400) or Andis Master (Model 01557) for the undercut sides
• Trimmer/Outliner: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710) for the sharp undercut line
• Finishing Tools: Kent 81T fine-tooth comb for slicking the top back, small elastic hair tie for the knot
• Styling Product: Uppercut Deluxe Pomade (strong hold, high shine) applied in a pea-sized amount for the slicked top
• Maintenance: Beard oil such as Honest Amish or Viking Revolution for the full beard, a few drops worked in daily

Maintenance Level

Rated MEDIUM to HIGH. The undercut needs a touch-up every 3 weeks to stay sharp, while the top length is left to grow, so the barber visit is quick but frequent. Daily styling time is 5-7 minutes to slick the top back and secure the knot. Product routine is two steps: pomade for shine and hold, then tying off the knot. Growth pattern management is straightforward on top since the length is meant to keep growing, but the undercut will start to blend and lose its contrast if skipped past 4 weeks. Monthly maintenance cost is around $50-70. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Intermediate, mainly due to tying a clean, even knot.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Modern Viking — a skin fade or guard #1 undercut on the sides and back, blending up into the long top which I want to keep untouched in length. Take the sides down close to the skin starting just above the ear, no length left to grow out on the sides. Keep the top fully uncut so it’s long enough to tie back. Taper the beard into a clean neckline that matches the undercut height. Finish with a crisp lineup along the temples and a sharp edge around the ears.”

If the shaved-sides contrast feels too bold for your everyday routine, the next style keeps the same long, thick length but skips the undercut entirely for a softer, all-over look.

3 of 10 — The Surfer Sweep

The Surfer Sweep

The Surfer Sweep leans into the natural wave pattern that thick hair often produces on its own, using minimal cutting and maximum texture work to create a relaxed, beach-ready shape that never touches a flat iron.

Face Shape Match

This style is ideal for Round and Heart face shapes. On a Round face, the swept-back volume at the crown adds height, elongating the face instead of adding width the way a center part would. On a Heart face, the longer length through the jawline area balances a narrower chin, softening the overall taper of the face.

Square and Oblong faces can still wear this style but should ask for slightly shorter sides to avoid adding extra width to an already broad or long face shape.

Grooming Kit

• Shears: Feather Styling Shears (170mm) for texturizing the ends
• Wide-Tooth Comb: Kent Handmade Wide-Tooth Comb for detangling wet, wavy hair
• Finishing Tools: Denman D3 boar bristle brush used sparingly to avoid flattening the wave
• Styling Product: Sea salt spray such as Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray, applied to damp hair for texture, or a light sea-clay like Baxter of California
• Maintenance: A lightweight leave-in conditioner to prevent frizz without weighing the waves down

Maintenance Level

Rated LOW. Barber visits are needed every 8-10 weeks since the style is meant to grow out naturally with minimal shape loss. Daily styling time is just 3 minutes: scrunch in sea salt spray while damp and let it air-dry. Product routine is a single step. Growth pattern management is easy — the waves simply get looser and longer, still looking intentional well past the 10-week mark. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $25-35. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Beginner.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Surfer Sweep — keep the length long all over, around 4-5 inches on top, with no hard line anywhere. Point-cut the ends throughout to encourage the natural wave and remove bulk without cutting length. Leave the sides longer, blending into the top with no guard work, scissor-only. Don’t blow-dry it straight — I want it to air-dry naturally. Finish with light texturizing through the crown so it has movement, not weight.”

If you like this relaxed texture but want a slightly more polished version for the office, the next style takes the same length and gives it a defined center part for a more romantic, put-together finish.

4 of 10 — The Renaissance Flow

The Renaissance Flow

The Renaissance Flow is a center-parted, shoulder-grazing length that leans into thick hair’s natural ability to hold a soft curtain shape on both sides of the face without any product-heavy styling.

Face Shape Match

This style is tailor-made for Diamond and Oval face shapes. On a Diamond face, the center-parted curtains frame the widest point of the cheekbones, softening the angularity while still showing off the bone structure. On an Oval face, the symmetrical fall on both sides complements the face’s already-balanced proportions without adding unnecessary width.

Round faces should avoid a full center part at this length, since the added width at cheek level can make the face look wider. A deep side part at a similar length is a better alternative for Round faces who want this general aesthetic.

Grooming Kit

• Shears: Feather Styling Shears (170mm) for maintaining the even center-part shape
• Wide-Tooth Comb: Kent Handmade Wide-Tooth Comb to keep the part clean
• Finishing Tools: Denman D3 boar bristle brush for smoothing and shine along the curtain
• Styling Product: A lightweight hair oil such as Moroccanoil Treatment, a few drops worked through the mid-lengths and ends
• Maintenance: Kerastase Nutritive Oleo-Relax leave-in, applied to damp hair to control frizz along the part

Maintenance Level

Rated MEDIUM. Barber visits are needed every 6 weeks to keep the length even on both sides of the part and maintain the shape at the ends. Daily styling time is 5 minutes: comb the part into place while damp and apply a few drops of oil. Product routine is a single step. Growth pattern management requires attention, since uneven growth on either side of the part becomes noticeable faster than in an all-over style. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $45-55. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Intermediate, due to keeping the part symmetrical.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Renaissance Flow — an even, all-around length reaching just past the jaw, styled with a natural center part. Keep the length consistent front to back with no undercut or shaved sides. Point-cut the ends to keep them soft rather than blunt. Blend the sides so they fall into the part without any hard line. Keep the back the same length as the front so it falls evenly past the collar. Finish with a light oil to control frizz along the part line.”

If a fully centered part feels like too much of a commitment, the next style pulls this same long length back into a sleek, slicked shape that’s easier to keep tidy day to day.

5 of 10 — The Slicked Rebel

The Slicked Rebel

The Slicked Rebel takes long, thick hair and pushes it straight back with a high-shine finish, using the hair’s natural density to create volume at the crown instead of flattening it against the scalp.

Face Shape Match

This style favors Oblong and Oval face shapes. On an Oblong face, pulling the hair straight back without forward volume avoids adding extra length to an already elongated face. On an Oval face, the exposed hairline and clean lines emphasize the face’s natural symmetry.

Square faces can wear this style but should ask for slightly more height at the crown to soften the strong jawline, since a completely flat slick-back can emphasize an already angular structure.

Grooming Kit

• Fine-Tooth Comb: Kent 81T fine-tooth comb for the raised comb lines and slick finish
• Blow Dryer: Any dual-voltage travel dryer with a concentrator nozzle for directional drying
• Finishing Tools: A boar bristle brush for smoothing before the slick pass
• Styling Product: American Crew Forming Cream or a high-shine pomade like Murray’s Superior for the wet-look finish, applied in a dime-sized amount
• Maintenance: A light-hold hairspray to lock the slick shape in place through the day

Maintenance Level

Rated MEDIUM. Barber visits are needed every 6-8 weeks to keep the length and shine-ready shape. Daily styling time is 5-6 minutes: blow-dry back while combing, then apply a dime-sized amount of pomade and comb through for the wet-look finish. Product routine is a single step but requires precision with the comb. Growth pattern management is easy since the style relies on slicking rather than a defined cut line. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $40-50. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Intermediate.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Slicked Rebel — keep the length long all over, around 4 inches on top, with no undercut. I want enough density left in to slick straight back with volume at the crown, not flat. Point-cut lightly at the ends to remove bulk without losing length. Taper the beard to connect cleanly at the jawline. Keep the sides the same length as the top so everything slicks back together without any shorter guard sections.”

If the high-shine finish feels like too much daily maintenance, the next style takes a similar amount of length and turns it into a low-effort, matte-textured shag instead.

6 of 10 — The Textured Shag

The Textured Shag

The Textured Shag uses heavy layering and a choppy fringe to break up thick hair’s natural density into manageable, movement-heavy pieces, giving it a lived-in, low-effort finish that still looks deliberately styled.

Face Shape Match

This style is best suited to Heart and Oval face shapes. On a Heart face, the shaggy fringe softens a broader forehead while the layered length around the jaw balances a narrower chin. On an Oval face, the choppy texture adds visual interest without disrupting the face’s natural proportions.

Round faces should be cautious with a full fringe at this length, since heavy bangs can shorten the face further. A side-swept version of the fringe works better for Round face shapes wanting this style.

Grooming Kit

• Shears: Feather Styling Shears (170mm) plus texturizing/thinning shears for the choppy layer work
• Wide-Tooth Comb: Kent Handmade Wide-Tooth Comb for detangling the layers
• Finishing Tools: Fingers only — this style is meant to be styled without a brush to preserve texture
• Styling Product: A matte texture paste such as Reuzel Matte Clay or American Crew Fiber, worked through with fingertips in a pea-sized amount
• Maintenance: A dry texturizing spray like Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray for touch-ups midday

Maintenance Level

Rated LOW. Barber visits are needed every 8-10 weeks since the layered shape is designed to grow out messily on purpose. Daily styling time is 3-4 minutes: scrunch in a pea-sized amount of matte paste while damp or dry and tousle with fingers. Product routine is a single step. Growth pattern management is very forgiving — the shag simply gets shaggier, which fits the intended aesthetic. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $25-35. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Beginner.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Textured Shag — heavy layering all over with a choppy fringe that sits just above my eyebrows. Use texturizing shears throughout to break up the density and create separation between layers, not a smooth blend. Keep the sides slightly shorter than the top so the layers stack naturally. Point-cut the fringe so it’s soft and choppy, not blunt. I want it to look intentionally undone, not overly polished.”

If you love the low-maintenance appeal of this cut but want something with a bit more edge, the next style adds a braided detail to the same long length for extra visual interest.

7 of 10 — The Braided Warrior

The Braided Warrior

The Braided Warrior channels thick, coily hair into structured cornrow braids that transition into longer, thicker braided lengths, giving the style both a sharp, defined hairline and dramatic length in one cut.

Face Shape Match

This style suits Square and Oblong face shapes particularly well. On a Square face, the sharp, geometric part lines echo the jaw’s natural angles, creating a cohesive, intentional look. On an Oblong face, braids that lie close to the scalp avoid adding extra height, keeping the face’s proportions balanced.

Round faces can still wear this style but should request the braids styled with slightly more volume at the crown and flatter sides to avoid widening the face.

Grooming Kit

• Rat-Tail Comb: For clean, precise parting before braiding
• Edge Control: Design Essentials Edge Control or similar, for laying the hairline smooth before parting
• Braiding Product: A moisturizing braid gel or cream such as Cantu Braid & Twist Custard to reduce frizz during the process
• Maintenance: A lightweight hair oil such as jojoba or argan oil, applied to the scalp every few days to prevent dryness
• Finishing Tools: A satin durag or bonnet for nighttime protection to extend the braids’ lifespan

Maintenance Level

Rated LOW to MEDIUM. Barber or braider visits are needed every 4-6 weeks to redo the braids as new growth comes in at the roots. Daily styling time is under 2 minutes since the braids hold their shape without restyling. Product routine involves applying oil to the scalp every 2-3 days. Growth pattern management does require a touch-up once the roots become visibly loose, typically around the 5-week mark. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $50-80 depending on braid complexity. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Beginner, since daily styling is minimal — the skill investment is upfront in the braiding itself.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber or braider:

“I want The Braided Warrior — tight cornrow braids starting at the hairline and running straight back, transitioning into thicker braided sections past the crown that carry the length down past my shoulders. Keep the parts clean and evenly spaced, about a quarter-inch apart. Shave a clean sideburn line to match the braid pattern at the temples. Use edge control to lay the hairline flat before parting. Taper the beard to connect cleanly with the sideburn line.”

If braids feel like more commitment than you want right now, the next style keeps a similar sense of controlled length but with a soft, curtain-style fringe instead.

8 of 10 — The Curtain King

The Curtain King

The Curtain King takes the popular curtains fringe trend and extends it into medium-long territory, using thick hair’s natural body to hold soft, face-framing pieces on either side of a light center part.

Face Shape Match

This style is best for Oval and Square face shapes. On an Oval face, the light center part and soft curtain pieces complement the face’s natural symmetry without disrupting its proportions. On a Square face, the curtains soften the temple area, easing the transition between the forehead and jawline.

Round faces should keep the curtains shorter and angled away from the cheeks to avoid adding width at the widest part of the face.

Grooming Kit

• Fine-Tooth Comb: Kent 81T for parting the fringe precisely
• Blow Dryer: A dual-voltage dryer with a diffuser or concentrator for directional drying of the curtain pieces
• Finishing Tools: Denman D3 boar bristle brush for smoothing the curtain shape
• Styling Product: A light-hold styling cream such as Baxter of California Clay Pomade in a small amount, or a texture spray for a more tousled finish
• Maintenance: A lightweight leave-in conditioner to keep the fringe soft and manageable

Maintenance Level

Rated MEDIUM. Barber visits are needed every 5-6 weeks to keep the fringe length in the ideal cheekbone-grazing zone. Daily styling time is 4-5 minutes: blow-dry the fringe pieces outward into a curtain shape while combing, then set with a small amount of cream. Product routine is a single step. Growth pattern management requires attention since the fringe loses its curtain shape and starts covering the eyes past the 6-week mark. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $40-50. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Intermediate.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Curtain King — a light center part with the front pieces styled into curtains framing the face, length reaching just to the cheekbone. Keep the top around 4 inches, longer through the front for the curtain effect. Blend the sides into the same length with no undercut. Point-cut the fringe ends so they taper naturally rather than sitting blunt. Taper the beard into the sideburn so it connects with the fringe line.”

If you love this face-framing look but want something with even less daily styling, the next style trades the curtains for a slicked, professional length you can keep tied back.

9 of 10 — The Executive Length

The Executive Length

The Executive Length proves that long, thick hair can still read as boardroom-appropriate. A deep side part and neat forward styling keep the length looking deliberate and professional rather than undone.

Face Shape Match

This style works best on Oval and Square face shapes. On an Oval face, the deep side part maintains the face’s natural balance while adding a polished, structured finish. On a Square face, the side-swept length softens the temple area without disguising a strong jawline.

Round faces should ask for a deeper part and flatter styling at the crown, since added height and width together can make a Round face look shorter than intended.

Grooming Kit

• Fine-Tooth Comb: Kent 81T for creating and maintaining the deep side part
• Blow Dryer: A dual-voltage dryer with a concentrator nozzle for directional volume
• Finishing Tools: A boar bristle brush for a smooth, polished finish
• Styling Product: American Crew Fiber (matte finish, high hold) or Layrite Original Pomade, applied in a dime-sized amount for all-day hold
• Maintenance: A light-hold hairspray to keep flyaways controlled through the workday

Maintenance Level

Rated MEDIUM. Barber visits are needed every 5-6 weeks to maintain the clean part line and overall shape. Daily styling time is 5-7 minutes: blow-dry with a side part while combing, then apply a dime-sized amount of pomade or fiber for hold. Product routine is a single step. Growth pattern management requires attention around the ears and part line, which start to look untidy past the 6-week mark even if the overall length still looks fine. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $40-55. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Intermediate.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Executive Length — a deep side part with the top kept long enough to comb over neatly, around 4 inches. Keep the sides tidy but not shaved, long enough to tuck behind the ears if needed. Blend everything into one length with no undercut or hard fade. Point-cut the ends for a natural, not blunt, finish. Clean up the neckline and around the ears for a polished, professional look.”

If a structured, deep side part feels too formal for your everyday style, the next style keeps the length but embraces natural curl and volume instead of a controlled part.

10 of 10 — The Wild Curl Crown

The Wild Curl Crown

The Wild Curl Crown celebrates natural curl pattern at full length, using minimal cutting and curl-specific products to let thick, curly hair achieve maximum volume and definition without any heat styling.

Face Shape Match

This style is best for Round and Oblong face shapes. On a Round face, the vertical volume created by the curls adds height, elongating the face rather than adding width. On an Oblong face, an already-elongated shape is balanced by the width the curls add at the sides.

Square and Diamond faces can absolutely wear this style but should ask for slightly less volume at the sides and more at the crown, so the curl pattern doesn’t compete with an already strong jawline or cheekbone structure.

Grooming Kit

• Wide-Tooth Comb: Kent Handmade Wide-Tooth Comb, used only on soaking-wet hair to prevent frizz
• Diffuser: A blow dryer diffuser attachment for scrunch-drying without disturbing curl pattern
• Finishing Tools: Fingers only for scrunching — brushes and combs on dry hair will cause frizz
• Styling Product: A curl cream such as DevaCurl SuperCream or Curl Define Cream, applied generously to soaking-wet hair, plus a light gel for hold like Eco Style Gel
• Maintenance: A sulfate-free, curl-specific shampoo and conditioner such as DevaCurl No-Poo, used to preserve natural oils and curl pattern

Maintenance Level

Rated LOW. Barber visits are needed every 10-12 weeks since curl-specific cuts are done dry to assess the true curl pattern and shrinkage, and the style is forgiving as it grows. Daily styling time is 5 minutes on wash days, near-zero on non-wash days since curls can be refreshed with a spray bottle of water and a small amount of curl cream. Product routine is two steps: cream then gel, applied to soaking-wet hair. Growth pattern management is easy — curls simply get longer and bouncier over time. Monthly maintenance cost is roughly $30-45, factoring in curl-specific products. Difficulty rating for home upkeep: Intermediate, mainly due to learning the wet-styling technique.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber:

“I want The Wild Curl Crown — I want you to cut my curls dry so you can see the true shrinkage and pattern before cutting. Keep the length long throughout, no shorter than 4 inches even after shrinkage, and don’t use a comb on dry curls. Shape the perimeter with shears only, no clippers anywhere. Keep the sides full, not tapered, so the curl volume is even all around. I want maximum volume and bounce, not a compressed or flattened shape.”

That wraps every style in this roundup — from the lowest-maintenance wash-and-go texture to the most structured, office-ready length, there’s a version of long, thick hair here for every routine and every face shape.