99 Men’s Hairstyles for Fine or Thin Hair: The Ultimate Guide

1. Nicholas Hoult’s Short Textured Haircut

Nicholas Hoult may have fine, straight hair but he knows how to make it work by styling it short and textured. The choppy texture can be worn tousled for a casual look or polished for red carpet events.

It’s a low-maintenance yet stylish option perfect for busy guys. As Nicholas told GQ, he only sets his alarm 10 minutes before leaving the house! When asked about his haircare routine, Nicholas said he uses a little dry, matte wax. And he only gets his haircut every 2-3 months when he’s not working.

Ask your barber for a square scissor cut, leaving about 1.5 inches of hair on top if you want the same style as Nicholas’. However, it’s important to note that you shouldn’t be cutting the sides and back too close to the head.

How to Style:

• For an effortless, tousled look on the daily, mist a touch of texture spray into your towel-dried hair.
• Let it air dry completely, then scrunch in a nickel-sized amount of matte wax between your hands.
• Ruffle it through from root to tip for a lived-in look with more pronounced texture. The combination of spray and wax will lend your locks just enough grip and separation to last throughout your day.

2. Tom Hiddleston’s Grown-Out Thinning Hair

Tom Hiddleston knows how to rock the natural wave of his thin hair. His hair flairs out at the back, giving his grown-out style shape while drawing attention away from his receding hairline.

To recreate something similar, consult with your barber on how to approach your new look. Try to maintain the same hair length and go in with a scissor cut.

How To Style:

• If your hair has a natural wave, let it air dry or use a diffuser to enhance the wave. 
• For a look similar to Tom Hiddleston’s, push your hair back off your face and to one side, maintaining some volume at the front. Use a volumising serum like The Inkey List Peptide Volumizing Treatment to add volume and bounce. 
• Style with a small amount of a lightweight product like cream or putty, and finish with hairspray to hold it in place.

3. Taron Egerton’s Crew Cut With Widow’s Peak

Actor Taron Egerton rocks his go-to crew cut that, 1.) is surprisingly easy to maintain and, 2.) highlights his widow’s peak. You may be wondering, what even is a widow’s peak? If your hairline forms a V-shape in the middle of your forehead, with the sides higher than the center, then you’ve got yourself a widow’s peak. Some people have very prominent widow’s peaks, while others are more subtle – it’s all down to your genetics. 

It’s important to note that just because you have a widow’s peak doesn’t necessarily mean you’re experiencing hair loss, especially if you’ve had it your whole life without any receding at the temples. 

While hair loss is a major issue for many men (and women), choosing the right hairstyle for you could disguise thinning areas and allow you to gain that confidence again. In Taron’s case, this simple crew cut works wonders.

For this look, your hair should be kept slightly longer on top of the head with a subtle graduation down the sides and back. If you want to try the look but make it a bit more modern, consider asking your barber to do a fade.

How To Style:

• This short cut means you can basically wash your hair and go – it’s perfect if you’re short on time in the mornings. 
• For some extra style, try parting the hair to one side like Taron. Brush it over so it’s swept off your face. 
• Add a tiny bit of pomade to your hair to build up texture. Gently work it in with your fingers then smooth it over your hair for a polished finish.

4. Jamie Dornan’s Thinning Classic Hairstyle

This classic short hairstyle suits Jamie Dornan, lead of the popular film franchise Fifty Shades Of Grey, exceptionally well. It’s noticeable that he’s beginning to thin on top, with signs of a receding hairline. However, maintaining volume and texture at the top helps to conceal these concerns.

Getting a regular trim is key to a hairstyle like this looking fresh. Opt for a scissor cut when you visit your barber. Your back and sides should be tidied, with a bit more length on the top and front. If your hair is beginning to thin, consult your barber about the best hairstyle to suit your needs.

How To Style:

• Getting the same results as Jamie Dornan with just two products: mousse and a clay or pomade.
• To pre-style, take some mousse in your hands to build up volume in your hair.
• For extra texture and dimension, a clay or pomade will do the trick. Shape your hair as you please.

5. David Beckham’s Short And Cropped Hairstyle

Over the years, David Beckham has shown he can rock any hairstyle given to him but short and cropped suits his fine hair the best. Paired with his current facial hair, it gives him a sophisticated yet laidback look. It may not be the flashiest option, but it works – proving that sometimes less is more when it comes to hair!

To get a Beckham-esque transformation, tell your barber to keep the hair on the top the longest. The sides should be cut short and tapered down to the neck. To streamline the cut, request a low fade around the ears. The top of the hair should be cut into a square shape.

How To Style:

• Start with a scissor cut on top to add texture and dimension. Use a point-cutting technique to layer the hair for a natural, tousled feel.
• Break out the clippers for the sides and back to create a graduated taper or fade.
• Clean up any stray hairs around your hairline, ears and neck using detailers for a clean, polished look.
• Work a small amount of clay or paste from root to tip to style your hair. Pay extra attention to the ends for that defined, piece-y appearance.

6. Michael Fassbender’s Textured French Crop

A French crop is a timeless style and Michael Fassbender pulls it off effortlessly. It’s perfect for men who want a low-maintenance hairstyle yet still seem put together. 

In Michael’s case, he dons a micro fringe that cleverly conceals thinning hair or a receding hairline. This gives him an even more youthful vibe which can be amplified with longer, textured, hair.

A choppy, French crop is achievable by getting textured layers throughout your hair and by subtly tapering your sides and back that blend into the top.

How To Style:

• For a more laid-back style, allow it to air dry and work in some sea salt spray or ANFORH Texture Volume Spray as it dries to enhance the texture. You can also let it dry naturally, giving it an occasional ruffle. 
• Once fully dry, apply a small amount of matte clay and tousle with your fingers. 
• Use your fingers to brush the fringe forward, separating it slightly for a piecey effect.

7. Brad Pitt’s Grown Out Fine Hair

Brad Pitt has experimented with both a short crop and longer hairstyle. While both undoubtedly look great on him, the longer style really takes his hair to the next level in our opinion. It provides fullness that elevates his fine hair.

By working some texture throughout the hair, Brad’s stylist is able to add volume and movement, while still maintaining length. The top of the hair should be left long, before finally sweeping it back from a high side part shows off his face.

How To Style:

• If you’re growing your hair out from a short cut, it’s important to keep it in good condition.
• Be sure to trim your ends every 8-10 weeks. Ask your stylist to take just a little bit off so you can retain length, especially in the back. This will help you achieve that coveted “grown out” look.
• When styling, go for a high side part to add fullness and volume.
  Sweep the hair over to one side so it falls nicely off your face.
• For extra body, work in an ample dollop of mousse through your strands before blow drying.
• Want a more beachy vibe? Spritz your locks with a sea salt spray for texture without the crunch.

8. Leonardo DiCaprio’s Slicked Back Hair With Side Parting

We’ve seen Leonardo di Caprio in a variety of roles, but one thing remains the same and it’s his slicked-back hair with side parting. It’s a go-to now for the actor. 

And while it’s nothing exciting, a side part can add structure and style to thinning hair. Keeping the hair longer on top and parting it to one side can help cover thinning areas and create a polished look.

You’ll have to ask for a scissor cut from your barber if you want to replicate this look. You need length at the top of your hair for it to be swept back so leave it as is or just trim the tiniest bit. Lastly, be sure to let your stylist know where you part your hair before they begin cutting.

How To Style:

• This style will work best on straight hair, but a little product is what you need if you want to pull it off with curly hair.
• After washing your hair, create a side part. 
• Apply some pomade for hold and blow-dry your hair, combing it back as you dry.
• If needed, comb through a bit more product once your hair is dry. 
• To finish, use a light-hold hairspray to maintain the style.

9. Hugh Jackman’s Thinning Hairstyle

Hugh Jackman is still rocking a full head of hair despite some signs of thinning on top. The Wolverine actor makes the most of his mane by keeping it neat and close-cut on the sides while letting it flow with some volume at the front. It’s a stylish look that owns the natural thinning with confidence.

Replicating Hugh’s hairstyle is easy and starts with consulting with your barber. They’re the pros, and can recommend cuts that work best for thinning manes. Be sure to get their advice on how to avoid thinning it out further during your trim.

Opt for some texture on top. Roughing it up can trick the eye into seeing more hair than what’s really there. Keep the sides shorter for contrast too. Lastly, ask your barber about styling products that can boost your hair’s body and lift. This way, you can still feel confident rocking your look despite hair that’s less dense than before.

How To Style:

• Use a volumising shampoo and conditioner. Look for ones with peptides and proteins like Nioxin, which are designed to strengthen each strand from root to tip over time.
• For styling, opt for lightweight formulas. Heavier gels, creams and pomades can weigh fine hair down. Instead, try a volumising mousse applied to damp locks before blow drying.
• Sprinkle a bit of dry shampoo or hair powder at the roots for extra lift. This trick, popular with celebrities like Hugh Jackman, creates the illusion of more volume up top.

10. Daniel Craig’s Fine Receding Hairstyle

Daniel Craig epitomises suave and sophistication, especially being James Bond. But underneath it all, Craig actually has quite fine hair that has started to thin on top. To try and cover up his receding hairline, he wisely chooses to keep his haircut short and textured to create an illusion of thicker hair.

A clean scissor cut is the base of this look. Ask your barber to keep it short but not too cropped with loads of texture on top, while keeping it neat and defined all over.

How To Style:

• This look involves little to no styling, which is perfect for guys who want something more low-maintenance.
• For added texture and definition on top, use clay or pomade and work it into your hair.