Leo Woodall’s Hair: Soft Swept Back Quiff Hairstyle
Leo Woodall’s hair is bringing dapper back. What MFH loves is that this classic hairstyle manages to pull off looking polished and laid back, with the mid-fade giving it a modern update.
The Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy star is in his leading man era, and his hair is playing a starring role in that.
Why We Love It:
MFH sure is mad about this boy’s (Leo Woodall’s) hair. The softness in that gently swept back quiff stops it from looking too rigid or overly sculpted. Because, y’know, we’re not in 2010 anymore, thank goodness,
The mid-fade adds a little definition but is blended really well to avoid any harsh contrasts, while the tightly tapered back keeps everything looking sharp and fresh.
Leo’s hair manages to sit in that sweet spot between effortless and well-groomed. It’s also a winner for guys who want a little volume up top without going full pompadour (because that takes a bit more time – and product – to perfect).
Plus, the brushed-back texture makes it ideal for anyone with naturally straight or slightly wavy hair—it holds its shape without requiring you to devote every inch of your bathroom cupboard space to styling products.
What To Ask Your Barber:
- Leo Woodall’s hair is a soft, brushed-back quiff with around 3-4 inches of length on top for styling flexibility.
- Ask for a mid fade on the sides, blended smoothly into the top for a clean yet natural look.
- You’ll need a tight taper at the back to keep everything sharp without looking too severe.
- Your stylist will need to add subtle texture added through the top to create movement and prevent it from looking too flat or overly structured – they’ll probably do this via a point-cutting technique.
- When it comes to styling it at the end, ask for slightly softer finish rather than a high-shine, slicked-back effect—no gel overload.
Get The Look
- Starting with damp hair, apply a golf-ball-sized amount of volumising mousse, followed by a few spritzes of sea salt spray for texture without stiffness.
- Blow-dry on medium heat, using a vent brush to direct the hair back while maintaining some natural movement.
- When the hair is dry, apply a very tiny amount of matt pomade, rubbing it between your hands first to warm it up.
- Then work it into the hair, distributing it evenly through the top for hold and shape.
- You can gradually apply more product if you feel you need it.
- Use your fingers – and your vented brush – to create a soft, brushed-back finish. The goal is ‘gently polished’ not overly sculpted.
- Lock in your style with a spritz of flexible-hold hairspray for all-day longevity.
