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Short Pushback Haircut

Classic Polished Structured

With the short pushback haircut, the sides and back are cut short, but the top is left long enough to style. Depending on the desired look, the sides and back of the hair can be tapered or faded to contrast with the top. The top can also be textured to add movement and create a more modern look. This is a great option for men who want a stylish, easy-to-maintain haircut that offers a variety of styling options.

Cut frequency 4-8 weeks

Style the look at home

Easy
10 mins

Towel dry hair. Apply a cream or leave-in conditioner that enhances curls and prevents frizz. Using your fingers, gently push back the curls to keep their natural shape and volume. Blow dry with a diffuser on low heat to set the style and keep the volume. Finish with a light oil or serum to add shine and frizz control.

Easy
10 mins

Towel dry hair. Apply a light pomade or gel that provides hold and shine. Using a fine-tooth comb, push the hair back to create a sleek finish. To lock in the style, use a blow dryer on medium heat while combing hair back. Finish with hairspray to secure your look.

Medium
10 mins

Start with damp hair. Apply a lightweight mousse or cream that enhances waves and provides a light hold. Using your fingers, push the hair back to allow the waves to fall naturally while maintaining volume. Let air dry, or use a blow dryer and diffuser on low heat to enhance the natural wave texture and volume. Finish with a light hold hairspray to secure your look while allowing natural movement.

What to tell your stylist

Love this haircut? Here's what to tell your stylist so you can get this look.

“I'd like a short pushback haircut. I’d like the sides and back to be cut short, but would like the top to be left long enough to style in a variety of ways.”

Unsure of how short you want to go? Ask your stylist what would work best for your hair!

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