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James Goodman

James Goodman is a licensed barber, men’s grooming expert, and the owner and editor of Men’s Hairstyles Today. With more than two decades of hands-on barbering experience, including over 15 years owning and operating a Los Angeles barbershop, he writes and reviews practical guides on men’s haircuts, styling techniques and grooming products. James also contributes to American Salon, publishes Barber Goodman and enjoys testing out new haircutting and styling products. Learn more about his story, email me or connect via LinkedIn.

How To Fade Hair: Do A Fade Haircut Yourself with Clippers

Whether you want to save money at the barbershop or just experiment with cutting your own hair, you can learn how to do a fade haircut with good clippers and practice. Fading your own hair is definitely a valuable skill, especially if you want to become a barber, but cutting a fade yourself is not …

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35 Cool Twist Hairstyles For Men

Twists are one of the most popular hairstyles for black men. Trendy and cool, twist hairstyles are relatively easy to style and maintain. Hair twists can also be incredibly versatile, accommodating guys with short, medium and long hair. Similarly, guys can combine twists with a fade, undercut, high top, braids, and a number of stylish …

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20 Famous Hip Hop Hairstyles

Hip-hop has been an influential force in men’s fashion and style for decades. As trendsetters, hip-hop artists and rappers effectively collaborate with their barbers to get the coolest haircuts. If you’re searching for a stylish look, you may want to look at your favorite rapper’s hair for inspiration. Whether you like Kanye West, Jay-Z, Snoop …

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15 Sexy Men with Long Hair

Men with long hair are alluring, trendy and often incredibly masculine, exuding a charming and intoxicating sex appeal that can be captivating. The stylish long-haired look has become a popular trend for modern guys who want to show off their naturally beautiful and healthy locks, extending from celebrities to athletes and models. From man buns …

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Brad Pitt Haircuts: Discover His Signature Styles

Brad Pitt is one of the most famous actors in Hollywood and has been a fashion icon for decades. From short to long, his haircuts are inspiring and charming styles that can transform your look and make you stand out. Whether you want to copy his undercut in Fury, long flowing locks in Troy or …

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21 Popular 70s Hairstyles For Men

Men’s hair in the 70s was heavily influenced by musicians, movie stars, celebrities, and the hippie lifestyle in full swing. Similar to the shaggy long haircuts of the 60s, most 70s hairstyles required length, layers, and a natural textured finish. No longer just for women, the 70s saw men grooming and styling hair in masses. …

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23 Popular 90s Hairstyles For Men

Men’s hair in the 90s created several new trends. Iconic and modern, 90s hairstyles were heavily influenced by the cool fashion and pop culture creations of the decade. From Hollywood celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt to the rise of hip-hop music to the famous sitcom Friends, the 1990s brought about many trendy short …

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30 Trendy Side Swept Undercut Hairstyles For Men

Side swept hair for men has been a trending hairstyle for decades. Most recently, the side swept undercut has become a popular men’s haircut that’s versatile, classy and modern. This unique variation of the undercut hairstyle combines short hair on the sides and back with longer hair on top. Also known as a side part …

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Haircut Numbers – Hair Clipper Sizes

Haircut numbers and hair clipper sizes have confused men for years. Whether you are visiting a barbershop for the first time or learning to cut your own hair with a clipper set, it’s important to know what lengths correspond to different clipper guard sizes. In this guide, we will demystify buzz cut and fade haircut numbers …

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35 Best Hairstyles For Men with Big Foreheads

A big forehead can be something that some men are sensitive about. Fortunately, there are many haircuts for men with big foreheads that cover or hide this facial feature. While you should always consider your face shape when choosing a cut and style, a large forehead doesn’t need to limit your choices. Like a widow’s …

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21 Regular, Clean Cut Haircuts For Men

Looking for a regular, clean cut haircut for men? While simple, clean hairstyles sound basic and boring, there are actually a number of normal men’s haircuts that are still stylish and classy. After all, not all guys care about the latest men’s hairstyles of the year because some of these cuts and styles tend to …

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23 Best Men’s Hair Highlights

Men’s hair highlights are making a major comeback. Although blonde highlights for men have always been fashionable, guys with highlights ranging from blonde to brown to red to white are styling some of the hottest hairstyles. While experimenting with cool hair colors won’t completely change your look, the best dyed hairstyles can make you stand …

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15 Best Hairstyles For Men With Round Faces

Deciding on the best hairstyles for round faces isn’t all about the latest trends or coolest cuts, but more about picking the best haircut for your face shape. While most barbers agree that round faced men may sometimes have a harder time picking a good hairstyle for their face shape, it’s easier than you think to …

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30 Hottest Dreadlock Styles For Men

Dreadlocks continue to be popular in barbershops. Also known as locs, dreads epitomize a free, independent, and bohemian lifestyle; although guys shouldn’t let the stereotype prevent them from rocking dread hairstyles if that’s what they want. And while dreadlock styles are usually worn by black men, guys of all races have embraced the look. From …

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23 Edgy Kids Mohawk Haircuts

If you’re looking for a kids mohawk that’s cool and edgy yet super handsome, then you’ll love these mohawk haircuts for little boys! While the mohawk has traditionally been an intense punk style with shaved sides and long pointy spikes, mohawk hairstyles for kids more closely resemble a faux hawk. Timeless, popular and trendy, there …

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Slicked Back Undercut Hairstyle

The slicked back undercut is arguably the most stylish and popular type of undercut hairstyle now. With its high-contrast style that plays on the “short sides, long top” haircut, slicked back hair offers the best of both worlds – a cool men’s hairstyle that works for business professionals, yet looks hot and sexy on a …

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25 Best Afro Hairstyles For Men

Getting and styling a cool afro hairstyle for men shouldn’t be a tedious search. From short to long and curly, black men have numerous stylish ways to style their afro haircuts for an effortlessly handsome and low-maintenance look, although naturally thick, kinky hair comes with its own challenges. There are several different cuts but guys …

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21 Best Hairstyles For Men With Thin Hair

If you’re worried about finding hairstyles for men with thin hair, you shouldn’t be. Some 85% of men will experience major hair thinning by the time they’re 50, and then there are men who have naturally fine hair. While fine or thinning hair doesn’t pose a health risk, worrying about how it affects your looks …

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