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Wear your hair in today's modern punk hairstyle by choosing an updated version of the traditional punk Mohawk. In the early 1980s, punk hair was defined by outstretched spikes radiating from the middle of a shaved head. The modern version of this hairstyle, often referred to as the urban Mohawk, features softer spikes throughout the hair.
Another modern variation on the Mohawk of old is the faux-hawk hairstyle. This is basically a tamed down version of its predecessor with hair being much shorter in the middle and pushed into one solid ridge. The hair on the sides is kept short but not shaved as was traditional with the older Mohawk hairstyle. -
Add multiple colors to your punk hairstyle to make it authentic. The cut is really only the beginning of the total punk hairstyle image and the cut is only considered complete when paired with wild and vivid hair colors. Typical hair colors used in punk male hairstyles are purple, blue, green and orange, but ultimately the color pairings you choose are an individual choice and an expression of your own personal style.
Pairing contrasting colors, such as pale yellow or blonde, with black is popular. Use eye-catching combinations to make each color stand out more against the other. Color opposites in the hair color spectrum are as follows: Red and green are opposites, as are yellow and purple, and orange and blue. These colors next to each other will make both seem more vivid. Do be careful when using these opposites together. They must never actually mix or touch while you are applying the color or during processing time, as one cancels the other out and creates a neutral brown color. Always keep color opposites from touching during the application and processing time. - Choose a styling product with a very high hold factor when creating punk hairstyles. Hair glue, styling putty, firm hold hair gel and hairspray are all commonly used to create punk hairstyles. Today's modern punk hairstyle still features spikes, but the overall look is not as stiff as it once was. Hair glues and styling putty give you the extra firm hold you need but your hair is still pliable and does not look lacquered.
