Korte kapsels voor golvend haar: 14 stijlen voor mannen

Finding the right short haircuts for wavy hair means leaving enough length on top to let your natural texture show, while keeping the sides tidy. If you go too short, your waves flatten out, but if you leave too much bulk, the sides can puff up. Here is a look at 14 short styles for guys with wavy hair, along with tips on talking to your barber, styling your waves, and handling thinning hair.

How short is too short for wavy hair?

Waves need a bit of length to take shape. While the exact length depends on your specific hair pattern, cutting it too close to the scalp will make the hair stick straight out, hiding the wave. Tell your barber you want to keep enough length on top to maintain your texture. It is also best to judge the final length when your hair is dry, since waves tend to shrink up as they lose moisture.

14 short haircuts for wavy hair

1. Textured crop with waves

This style features a short crop with loose waves on top, paired with a low fade on the sides. It is a modern, easy-to-manage choice.

2. Short wavy quiff

Push the front of your hair up and back to let your natural waves build some height. A loose finish works better here than a slicked-down look.

3. Wavy side part

Create a soft side part while letting the waves rest naturally on top. This is a clean, professional option for the office.

4. Short wavy fringe

Brush your waves forward so they fall gently over your forehead. This is a good choice if you have a high forehead.

5. Low taper with a wavy top

Keep the edges around your ears and neck short and neat, leaving a full head of waves on top.

6. Mid fade with short waves

A mid fade creates sharper contrast on the sides, which draws attention to the wavy texture on top.

7. Wavy French crop

This variation of a short crop features a straight fringe softened by your natural waves. It works well for thick, wavy hair.

8. Short messy waves

Rough up the hair on top using a bit of sea salt spray or matte paste to create a casual, undone style.

9. Wavy undercut

Disconnect short or buzzed sides from a longer wavy top. This cut gives you the flexibility to sweep your waves back or part them to the side.

10. Short wavy pompadour

Try a softer, more relaxed pompadour where your natural waves provide the volume, rather than relying on heavy styling products.

11. Wavy Ivy League

Think of this as a slightly longer crew cut that leaves room on top for your waves to show. It is a classic cut that grows out nicely over time.

12. Short wavy mullet

Keep the hair short on the front and sides, while letting a bit more length and wavy texture flow in the back.

13. Wavy taper with a beard

Blend tapered sides smoothly into a short beard. The wavy volume on top helps balance out the facial hair.

14. Short brushed-back waves

Use your fingers to brush your waves straight back for a soft finish. It offers a clean appearance that still highlights your hair’s natural texture.

How to ask your barber

• Tell your barber exactly how much length to behouden bovenop in inches or centimeters, rather than just asking for a "short" cut.
• Request that the length be checked dry, ensuring your waves are not cut too short once the hair shrinks.
• Vraag om texture or point cutting on the top section. This technique helps your waves separate naturally instead of clumping together.
• Request that the sides be kept short or faded to prevent your head from looking too wide.
• Bring a reference photo of a haircut on someone with a similar wave pattern to yours.

How to style short wavy hair

• Apply a light styling cream, sea salt spray, or matte paste into damp hair, and then gently scrunch it.
• Let your hair air-dry, or blow-dry it using a diffuser on a low heat setting to help the waves hold their shape.
• Avoid running a brush through dry wavy hair; use your fingers instead.
• Wash your hair less frequently and use a moisturizing conditioner.

If you have straight hair but want to add texture, check out our guide to getting a permanent voor mannen. If you are looking for tighter curls rather than loose waves, take a look at our article on krullende kapsels voor mannen.

Wavy hair that is thinning on top

While waves can often make thinning hair appear fuller, short cuts with faded sides usually look better than longer styles once your scalp starts showing. Our guide to kapsels voor mannen met dunner wordend haar explores several options. If the hair on top has become too thin for a standard haircut, a hair system designed with a matching wave can give you the density back:

• Slight wave built in. Ons toupet van dunne huid met lichte golf features 6-inch Indian human hair with a slight wave. It sits on an 8" x 10" thin skin base that can be cut down to your size.
• Match your wave. De Curl & Wave Sample Ring comes with 13 tagged samples ranging from a tight 4mm curl all the way up to a loose 40mm wave, allowing you to find and request your exact size.
• Op maat gemaakt. Een aangepaste toupet can be made with the wave size you select from the sample ring.

Veelgestelde vragen

What is the best short haircut for wavy hair?
A textured crop paired with a low fade suits most guys. It leaves just enough hair on top to show off the waves while keeping the sides clean and neat.

Should wavy hair be cut wet or dry?
Your hair should be cut dry, or at least checked once it is completely dry. Because waves shrink up as they lose moisture, cutting hair while it is wet can result in a shorter style than you intended.

How do I stop my wavy hair from puffing out at the sides?
Stick to tapers or fades to keep the sides shorter than the top. You should also ask your barber to add texture up top so the hair does not lay too heavy and create bulk.

How do I make my short wavy hair wavier?
Work a light styling cream or sea salt spray into damp hair by scrunching it with your hands, then either let it air-dry or use a diffuser. If you want a stronger wave, getting a body wave perm is another option.

Can I get a hair system with wavy hair?
Yes. Hair systems are manufactured with a variety of wave patterns. Using a curl & wave sample ring will help you identify the size that most closely matches your natural hair.