Pommade provides a matte finish, so if you’re going for a glossy look, use a dime-sized amount of hair gel instead. Find your side part by parting your hair at the highest point of your eyebrow.

Get the best of both worlds with this clean-cut look featuring short sides without sacrificing length or styling options, thanks to the 2-4 inches (5. 08 cm-10. 16 cm) of hair on your crown.

If you want your soft side part to hold, give your hair 3-5 spritzes of hairspray throughout to tame flyaways. As the spray dries, run a boar bristle brush through your hair in the direction you want your side part to be to maintain your style and keep those pesky hairs in place. If you’re not into a stiff hold, but want a little extra shine and frizz protection, try using 1-2 drops of anti-frizz oil. Rub the oil in your palms and run your hands through your hair, maintaining upward and outwards hand motions as you part your hair to one side.

To style your look, start with clean, damp hair and take a nickel-sized amount of matte pomade in your fingers, evenly applying it throughout the top section of your hair. Using a wide-toothed comb, drag your hair up and over to the side you’d like your hair to be parted on.

To create a pompadour, start with clean, damp hair and spray 3-5 spritzes of a heat protectant throughout. Blow dry your hair using a round brush, brushing your hair up-and-over on top and swept back on the sides. Keep your hair in place by running a nickel-sized amount of matte pomade throughout your hair to maintain the shape you achieved during the blow-drying process. [3] X Research source

A slicked-over side part is a classic, high-fashion hairstyle suitable for fancy events. Wherever you decide to rock this look, you’re sure to make a statement.

Protect and preserve your curls by sleeping in a silk or satin bonnet at night to prevent breakage and frizz. If you have short, afro-textured curly hair close to your scalp, you can ask your barber to cut in a side part using a razor or shaver to create a visible line on your scalp in whatever direction you’d prefer. Afro-textured hair is awesome for side part looks because the hair stays in place and holds its shape.

Tucking your hair behind one ear is a great way to keep your hair out of your face and add more style to the look.

This is a great option for those who love a clean, obvious line of definition in their hair. Styling a hard side part is the same as styling any other side part style. Depending on your preference, use either a nickel-sized amount of matte pomade or a dime-sized amount of hair gel through dry hair with up-and-out hand motions to the side of your choosing.

To style, use a nickel-sized amount of matte pomade through slightly damp hair, sculpting it into a quiff with up-and-over hand motions.

When using heat, it’s always a great idea to use 3-5 spritzes of heat protectant. Spray 3-5 spritzed of sea salt spray, scrunching and pinching the hair for a wavy texture. Keep your style preserved by finishing off with 2-3 spritzes of hairspray, keeping the can 12 inches (30. 48 cm) away from your head.

For a daring and defined look, distribute a dime-sized amount of hair gel throughout your locks, and as the gel sets, use your wide-toothed comb to slick your hair up and over to the side of your choosing. For a more relaxed look, spritz in 3-5 pumps of sea salt spray and scrunch upwards to add texture. From there, let your hair hang naturally to one side, and you’re good to go.

If you want to make a statement at a party or event, mix things up and experiment with this fauxhawk ‘do. All the fun of a mohawk with none of the awkward grow-out period once your mohawk days are over.