22 Boys Haircuts Perfect For Your Little Guy

No matter his style, there's a fresh cut waiting below.

Curly Mop
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Nothing makes the men in our lives feel as dapper as a fresh haircut, which definitely applies to the little guys. While a mother always remembers her son's first haircut, after that, it's a free-for-all. From classic picks like bowl cuts and crew cuts to trendy ones like mop tops and French crops, boys' haircuts require a little more thought than expected, especially when working with cowlicks or curls. We rounded up cool haircuts for boys that'll have them covered from the first day of school to the last. No matter his style, there's a fresh cut waiting below.

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Classic Scissor Cut

Classic Scissor Cut
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Here's a tip: Let any cowlicks work for him, not against him. This classic cut can easily complement any cowlick.

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Crew Cut

Crew Cut
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Keep things short and sweet. A crew cut is as classic as it gets.

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Curly Pompadour

Curly Pompadour
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A pompadour style ramps up the texture and volume and is fresh and packed with personality.

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Side Part Crop

Side Part Crop
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With a neat fade on the sides, this wavy crop gets down to business.

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Curly Crop

Curly Crop
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Keep curls tame with a short cut. It'll make school mornings much less stressful!

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Side Part Cut

Side Part Cut
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Make those cowlicks a fashion statement with an adorable side-parted cut.

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Curly Mop

Curly Mop
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Let those ringlets run wild with a mop top cut made for curls.

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Layered Long Cut

Layered Long Cut
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For straight hair, a long cut gets some intrigue from subtle layering.

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Long Curly Cut

Long Curly Cut
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Have we ever seen a cuter haircut? Certainly not.

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Straight Scissor Cut

Straight Scissor Cut
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With this refined hairdo, he'll be ready to take on the student council.

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Spiky Fringe

Spiky Fringe
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This spiky fringe offers just the right amount of fun for the boy bursting with personality.

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Mop Top

Mop Top
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If The Beatles made it work, it deserves to stay around. This long cut feels relaxed.

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Spiky Crop

Spiky Crop
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Give those strands a little personality with just a touch of spikiness. Leave the front pieces longer to get the look.

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French Crop

French Crop
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This cut has a defined fringe in the front, while the sides are kept short and tapered.

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Classic Bowl Cut

Classic Bowl Cut
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This takes us back. It's hard not to love a classic bowl cut.

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Classic Fringe

Classic Fringe
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Is he a no-frills kind of guy? This traditional fringe look never disappoints.

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Skater Mop

Skater Mop
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This relaxed, no-fuss cut might be the one. A Skater Mop frames his face while leaving the edges and back casual.

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Long Scissor Cut

Long Scissor Cut
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This low-maintenance cut will do the job for the most casual of little dudes.

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Old-School Swoop

Old-School Swoop
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We like to call this the "tween" cut. If the moodiness has hit, this style isn't far behind.

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Tapered Quiff

Tapered Quiff
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Similar to the pompadour, this cut is longer on the top and shorter on the sides and back. It's perfect for the stylish guy in your life.

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High Tapered Cut

High Tapered Cut
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Let those curls do the talking. Keep the sides cut close to get the look.

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Side-Swept Cut

Side-Swept Cut
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This cut will help any boy enter middle school in style. It's a favorite of the pre-teen sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • At what age do boys get their first haircut?

    Boys typically get their haircut around the age of two unless he is born with a lot of hair that grows quickly. It might be time to consider his first haircut when his hair gets in the way of his eyes.

  • What are the health benefits of getting regular haircuts?

    Regular haircuts improve hair health by removing damaged strands. Cutting damaged strands promote strong, thicker, and healthier hair.

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