Paul Dano: Softly Swept Back Hair
Paul Dano’s softly swept-back hairstyle is as low-key and cool as the man himself.
Despite being one of the world’s most celebrated actors (most recently seen in Oscar nommed Meet The Fabelmans) he’s not one to make a big deal about his star status, or his style creds.
Why We Love It:
Paul Dano’s softly swept-back hairstyle is the perfect in-betweeny look.
Say what? Well, as there are currently more A-listers going for a severe-slick-back hairstyle on the red carpet than MFH can poke a tub of wet-look hair gel at, it’s clearly the hairstyle du jour currently.
But…it’s not for everyone.
And this is where Paul Dano’s in-betweeny look comes in – it’s a soft sweep rather than a hardcore slick back.
So you get the on-trend vibe, with less severity.
A whole lot less confronting if you’re a bit self conscious.
What To Ask Your Barber:
- Paul Dano’s softly swept-back hairstyle might have on-trend elements but it’s still a classic look.
- His side parted hair is longer at the top and front of the head – at least three inches or so.
- It has been subtly layered for ease of styling.
- The sides of the hair have not been cut too close to the head either.
- The hair at the back is a little longer – about an inch or two above collar length.
Get The Look
- Paul Dano’s softly swept-back hairstyle can be styled for going out, or left casually floppy as it is in the 2nd photo.
- But let’s go with the first look – spritz some texture volume spray on the hair for a little bit of grit and lift.
- Then dry it using a vent brush to lift it slightly up and back.
- Apply a small amount of pomade – warming it between your fingers first – and smooth it through the top of the hair as you push it back with your fingers.
- Use a little leftover product to smooth the sides back too.
- Pull a small strand of hair down onto your forehead.
