Yes, absolutely. Thinning hair is really common, and the right haircut can make a big difference in how full your hair looks. At Undercover Barbershop in Moreno Valley, we help guys with thinning hair every week. Most of the time, the answer is a little shorter on the sides, some texture on top, and a matte product to finish it off.
Here's the short version:
When hair thins, each strand gets finer. Longer hair is heavier, so it lies flat and separates, and that's when your scalp starts to show. Shorter hair is lighter. It stands up, overlaps, and covers more ground.
So if you've been growing your hair out to cover a spot, you're not alone, but going a bit shorter usually looks better, not worse. Lots of guys are surprised by how much fuller their hair looks after the cut.
These are the cuts we recommend most at our Moreno Valley shop. The best one for you depends on where your hair is thinning and how much length you want to keep. Don't worry about picking the perfect one before you come in. We'll help you decide.
A short, choppy top pushed a little forward, with a fade or taper on the sides. The short fringe softens a receding hairline, and the choppy texture hides thin spots. This is a great first choice for most guys. Ask for our Fade/Taper ($50).
A low or mid fade with about an inch or two on top, styled a little messy. It works well if you're thinning on top or at the temples. The clean sides make the top look thicker.
If your hair is thinning all over, a buzz cut evens everything out so the thin areas blend right in. It's clean, easy, and takes zero styling. Our Haircut ($35) covers it.
Short on the sides with a little more length on top. It's neat, works for the office or the weekend, and is great for light thinning.
Short all over with a straight fringe brushed forward. Like the crop, it's really good at softening a hairline that's starting to move back.
If your thinning is still light and you love a classic look, you can keep it. We'll keep the top at a moderate length so it doesn't separate. For more control on top, our Scissor Haircut ($55) is a good fit.
These styles tend to make thinning more noticeable:
Good to know: If you find yourself working hard to cover a spot, that's usually a sign a shorter cut will look and feel better.
It sure can. A short beard or even some stubble gives your face strong shape and balances out a thinner top. It looks especially good with a buzz cut or short fade. Our Haircut & Beard ($55) takes care of both in one visit.
No need to have the right words. Just let us know:
One more thing: if your hair is falling out quickly, coming out in patches, or your scalp feels itchy or sore, it's a good idea to see a doctor or dermatologist. For more on hair loss, check out what we recommend for balding hair.
No. Cutting your hair doesn't change how it grows. Shorter hair just covers your scalp better, so it usually looks fuller.
A textured crop or Caesar cut with a short fringe, plus a fade on the sides. The fringe softens the hairline, and the fade keeps it looking sharp.
Keep the top short and a little messy so there's no long hair to separate. A short fade or a buzz cut both work great.
Every 3 to 4 weeks. Short styles grow out fast, and staying on schedule keeps thin spots from showing.
A matte clay, paste, or texture powder. Skip heavy gels and shiny pomades, since they clump hair together.
Undercover Barbershop at 13027 Perris Blvd in Moreno Valley. Our barbers will look at your hair and recommend a cut that makes it look its fullest.
Thinning hair doesn't have to hold you back. Come see us at Undercover Barbershop, 13027 Perris Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, or call (951) 713-4965. Book online and we'll find a look you feel great about.