The Freedom Of Choice

As teenage boys mature they seek more independence and establishing their own unique style is simply a step along this path, an essential part in their journey towards adulthood. By taking on this responsibility and making these decisions about their identity by themselves, they are working out who they are and who they want to be.

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Let’s take a look at some trending hairstyle choices for teenage boys.
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Skin Fade 

A skin fade hairstyle involves the shaving of a portion of the hair as short as skin level. From this length the hair is transitioned into longer lengths and this gradient is commonly known as a fade. If the gradient does not start at skin level the hairstyle is instead referred to as a taper. The skin fade is extremely popular with teenage boys as it tends to elevate a wide range of different hairstyles. It is recommended that boys talk with their barber about the different faded cuts and what will work best for them.

Undercut

Breaking away from the norms is common practice for adolescence. The undercut hairstyle is a good example of this. It is different in enough ways so that it remains an alternative choice to the usual short back and sides. For an undercut hairstyle the back and sides are cut shorter than the top which creates the overhang or undercut. This is not an overly popular hairstyle however the contrasting lengths are blunt and edgy which makes it a choice for those boys who are wanting to stand out in the crowd.

The Quiff

Timeless and easy, the quiff hairstyle is a popular trend for high school boys. It offers easy maintenance, exudes style and won’t get them into strife with the dean of students. To achieve a modern quiff hairstyle, short tapered sides give way to medium length hair on top. The hair on top is styled loosely for a textured and natural look. A styling powder or a matte paste can be used to achieve volume and movement. A modern trend is to carry length down to the nape of the neck, transforming the quiff into a mullet.