Kids Haircuts for Boys

A boy's haircut should fit his personality.

Boys have many choices for hairstyles. Boys can have long hair, short hair or even a mohawk. It's best to consider the boy's personal style and level of activity when deciding on a cut. Age should be considered as well; a haircut that requires a lot of styling is better for older boys.

Mohawk

Mohawks have recently gained popularity among children.

Many parents are giving their sons mohawks. These haircuts can be cute on little boys but may be inappropriate for school-age children. This style best suits a boy that is trendy. Another option is the faux-hawk. This style doesn't require the close shave of a mohawk. Instead, the boy's hair is left a little longer on top and smoothed together at the center top to create the illusion of a mohawk. Mohawks and faux-hawks work best on straight hair.

Short and Spiky

Spiky hair is quick to style.

A short and spiky hairstyle is very popular. It is easy to style, just requiring a little gel or mousse. A quick run through with the fingers and the hair is done. This style is great for active boys that don't have time to fuss over hair. It's also a great cut for a boy just learning how to style his hair. This cut works with any hair texture.

Close Crop

A closely croped hair cut requires the least amount of work.

This style is probably the easiest to style. It requires just a quick brush in the morning. The close crop is a little longer than a shaved head. Hair is styled by just letting it lay flat. This style is suitable for any age, style and hair texture.

Long Hair

Long hair on boys looks best kept at the shoulders or shorter.

Long hair on boys has become increasingly popular. This hair cut works great on curly, straight or wavy hair. Long hair is extremely easy to style. Hair can be air-dried and worn natural, or can also be tied back into a ponytail.

References

• Kids Hairstyles: Boys Hairstyles

Resources

• Kids' Hair Salons: Advice