20 Iconic Surfer Hair Ideas for Trendsetting Men

Learn how to achieve the perfect surfer hair effortlessly!

The surfer hair trend is on the fashion radar RN, and if you are ready to get this look, we have some of the most stylish options for you.

Whether slicked-back, side-swept, or center-parted, your hairstyle will fully embody surfer vibes, regardless of your hair’s length or texture. Just take a look at these 20 photos for inspiration!

1. Brushed-Back Beach Waves

For your active lifestyle, you need a hairstyle full of texture and dynamic, and the surfer waves are a great fit. A volume lift styling mousse with natural herbal extracts, recommended by Sergio Slavnov, will give your hair that sought-after volume and lift without the heaviness.

2. With Wind-Swept Layers

Men with thick hair types are lucky to have natural texture and fullness, so all you need to create this perfectly imperfect beach-day look is to add layers. They will remove the bulkiness from your strands while giving them a lightweight feel, inspired by the rhythmic waves of the ocean.

@chris_ingle__

3. With Long Curtain Bangs

“The surf boy hair is one of those tousled hairstyles that has a messy and unkempt finish, achieved by disheveling the locks,” comments Bruno Brongar, a creator of this look. Enhance your curtain bangs with a volumizing hair spray, applying it to the roots and tousling the hair with your hands.

@brunobrongar

4. With Laid-Back Curls

If you aim to keep your curly hair longer but don’t want to have it all over your face, opt for a brushed-back style. It’s pretty simple, so you can easily create it at home. Apply a curl-defining product to damp hair, comb your curls backward, and finish with a light-hold spray to secure the style.

@brixway

5. Medium Mullet Cut

Airy curtain bangs parted in the center can give surfer vibes to this charmingly disheveled hairstyle, featuring longer hair at the nape and shorter sides. We reckon this works great for guys with straight hair aiming for more texture and volume without much effort.

@monroedelsolehair

6. Undercut Surfer Style

With a subtle temple undercut that seamlessly blends with longer hair on top and at the back, you can add some dramatic allure to your perfect slick back. Bring modernity and individuality to this effortless look.

@mattyrulo_barber

7. Long Flowing Hairstyle

Embrace the carefree surf culture with longer locks that allow you to showcase your natural hair texture in its beauty. You won’t need to follow any styling routine to get this bohemian look, as your hair will be perfect as it is – a bit messy and nonchalant.

@marielentz.haare

8. With a Textured Quiff

If you prefer short hairstyles, pay attention to this textured haircut featuring a quiff. For styling, you can use a hair pomade to give it this nice spiky texture. Additionally, tousle the rest of your hair for this effortlessly messy appearance.

@antonbarbers

9. Defined Beach Curls

While curls are already the signature detail of a typical surf hairstyle, you can brighten them with golden blonde highlights for an ultimate surfer look. The longer curls might need more maintenance, but it’s surely worth the effort. Blow-dry your hair with a curl-defining product and a diffuser to achieve these bouncy ringlets.

@hairbunney

10. “Wet Look” Hairstyle

Make your strands look like you just went out of the water with a wet styling, achieved with a strong-hold hair gel. Mess the hair up slightly for a messy yet relaxed appearance, or slick it back if you want a more polished finish.

@hannahs.hairs

11. Side-Parted Soft Waves

This hairstyle embodies a romantic summer beach atmosphere, perfect for the guys admiring surf aesthetic. Part your hair to one side and lift it at the roots to recreate the surfer wave, fixing the look with a hair spray.

@chris_doesmyhair

12. Middle-Parted Taper Cut

Not all face shapes will benefit from middle-part hairstyles, but if you have a square face, you definitely should try this one. Characterized by curtain bangs and medium, flowing locks, this cut will soften your features and make you look incredibly stylish, especially when paired with glasses.

@brunobrongar

13. Surfer Shaggy Mullet

To recreate this iconic mullet, ask your stylist for a half-razor, half-scissor haircut with shaggy layers and layered framing bangs. Grow a mustache to give this look the vibe of the wild 70s.

@tashdollars

14. Slick-Back Taper Cut

A taper haircut can give your hair a clean and polished aesthetic, suitable for every occasion. Pairing it with longer hair on top will make this hairstyle more versatile in terms of styling, as you can make it look like bangs, smooth back, or sweep to the side.

@thebyrdsnest

15. Medium Haircut with Choppy Ends

If you wear medium hair, you can ask for a slightly choppy haircut to get more texture to the ends. Tuck your strands behind the ears to keep your hair away from your face for a relaxed day by the beach.

@marielentz.haare

16. “Surfer Curtains” Haircut

“This haircut is parted in the center with some length in the front that is worn almost like a curtain bang but can be tossed left to right,” notes a talented hairstylist, Sergio Slavnov. If you have straight-to-wavy natural hair, Sergio recommends brushing your damp hair and air-drying, applying a sculpting foam, and scrunching the hair with your hands. Once the hair has air-dried, add a bit of an extra hold hair spray to bump the texture up even more.

@bestmenshaircutsnyc

17. With Off-Centered Wavy Bangs

This look is styled slightly off-center and worn with a beachy texture, celebrating a relaxed, carefree vibe of a surfer aesthetic. Consider your wavy hair will look great when a little tousled with some volume and texture, so make a texturizing or sea salt spray your best ally.

@hair_by_teodor

18. Temple Fade with Curls

If you wish to boost the volume of your loose waves, emphasizing them with faded temples can be a well-thought-out stylistic move. Consider trimming your sides every 3-4 weeks to maintain their neat look, or grow them out if you want the curls to frame your face.

@mh_nogent94

19. Neck-Length Surfer Curls

To achieve your desired hair length for those with naturally curly hair, stylists recommend cutting the curls when they are dry. Then, wash your locks with a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner and style with a curl-defining cream.

@lisa_blissondune

20. Medium Natural Curls

Such longer ‘untamed’ curls are an excellent solution for men who used to wear shorter cuts and wish to try something new now. You just need to know how to work with your natural texture. You can gather your curls in a bun or a ponytail or let them flow freely to accentuate their carefree look.

@barba_boutique

Look cool in any situation with these stylish haircuts that embody the free-spirited surf lifestyle!

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