The Impact of COVID-19 on Men's Hairstyles

Due to the coronavirus crisis, all hair salons are required to remain closed. This is causing stress for both men and women: how do you keep your hairstyle looking great during the coronavirus pandemic?

Not being able to go to the barber during this COVID-19 crisis is causing quite a bit of frustration: men, in particular, don’t know what to do about excessive hair growth, a long beard, and keeping long and/or curly hair under control. For many men, these frustrations lead them to grab the clippers themselves or have their partner cut their hair. However, this is a major risk and can have negative consequences for your hairstyle. Plus, it takes a long time for hair that’s been cut too short to grow back. So, for now, definitely leave those scissors alone!

Men's Hair Trends for 2020

Many men are literally at their wits’ end now that their hair is getting longer and longer and can no longer be styled. The good news is that longer hair is one of the men’s hair trends for 2020. Think of the man bun or mid-length waves. So it’s not that bad if your hair is a little longer than usual. ;)

Mid Length Wave

Medium-length wavy hair. This hairstyle is ideal during the COVID-19 pandemic if you naturally have wavy hair. Even as your hair grows longer, it’s less likely to lose its shape and is easy to maintain with the right hair care products.

Buzz Cut

The buzz cut—or close-cropped hair—is one of the easiest hairstyles during the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s because it’s very easy to cut yourself with clippers. This way, you won’t have to deal with a thick head of hair and/or excessive hair growth.

Man bun

During this crisis, the man bun might just be the easiest hairstyle you can have. It’s easy to style and maintain with the right hair products. Plus, you won’t have to worry about your hair looking messy. It always falls nicely, and it’s also a trend in 2020!

Trimmers and Mowers

Fortunately, there are plenty of tips for all these practical problems to help you get through this crisis with healthy, well-styled hair! For example, the right hair clippers and trimmers can go a long way toward helping you keep your long locks and/or beard under control.

Trimmer

For many people, the difference between a trimmer and a hair clipper is still unclear. That’s understandable, since they look similar. However, there is a difference in function between the two devices. For example, a trimmer is designed to refine the contours of your hair—such as the lines around your ears, neck, and sideburns. This helps you achieve clean lines and gives your hair a perfectly finished look.

Lawn Mower

A hair clipper is designed for cutting longer, thicker hair. Think of it as a way to trim the hair on your head. Hair clippers come with various comb attachments. These attachments allow you to cut your hair to different lengths, creating a smooth, blended look. Simply put, a hair clipper is a larger version of a trimmer.

7 Tips for Using Hair Clippers

1. Use the right comb attachment: hair clippers often come with different comb attachments. These combs allow you to cut your hair to different lengths. For example, you can choose to trim the sides shorter than the top, or cut everything to the same length.
2. Never use the clippers on wet hair! It’s difficult to trim wet hair with clippers. In addition, the blades of the clippers can rust if you use them on wet hair.
3. Trim against the direction of hair growth. It is important to hold the clippers with the blades facing down.
4. Work carefully and slowly. If you work too quickly, you may cut off (too) large sections of hair and risk cutting the scalp. It is therefore important to work at a steady pace to achieve the desired result.
5. If your sideburns are too long, you can easily trim them by shaving in a straight line. Just make sure the sideburns are the same length on both sides. If you have a beard and want your sideburns to blend neatly into it, it’s a good idea to use a comb attachment to create a subtle transition.
6. Afterward, use a hair dryer to blow away any short strands that have been trimmed off.
7. Be sure to keep the clippers clean. To do this, disinfect the blades with alcohol after each use. Afterward, it is recommended that you apply a thin layer of oil to the blades.

6 Tips for Using a Trimmer

1. Growing a beard requires a lot of care and attention. A trimmer is ideal for perfecting your beard. Trimming your beard makes it look fuller because all the hairs are cut to the same length. This instantly gives your beard a fresh and well-groomed look!
2. Before you begin: make sure your beard is washed and dried. You can do this, for example, with the Beard Junk Beard Cleanser from Waterclouds. Thanks to ingredients like juniper sprout extract and creeping blackberry seed extract, your beard and hair follicles are enriched with vitamins A, C, and E!
3. It's important to trim against the direction of hair growth to remove excess hair more effectively.
4. For a cleaner-cut beard line, trim your beard straight toward the bottom of your sideburns. This creates a neat and stylish look.
5. If you have a mustache, you can trim it to the same length as the rest of your beard. Of course, you can also choose to keep it longer or shorter than the rest of your beard.
6. To keep your beard, sideburns, and mustache neat and well-groomed, it’s a good idea to care for them with products designed for this purpose. This ensures that the hairs stay shiny and smooth, and prevents them from becoming stiff. To get the most out of your beard, beard oil and/or beard tonic are excellent choices. These products provide nourishment and hydration. For more information on the best care for your specific beard type, check out our beard care page.

The Best Hair Care Products for Men

Many men underestimate the importance of proper hair care. However, there are many shampoos on the market that contain a lot of artificial ingredients. These, however, do not nourish the hair. For optimal results, it is therefore important to use high-quality hair care products. These often contain natural ingredients that provide a natural shine.

A good example of a high-quality shampoo is The Dude Detox Shampoo from the Swedish brand Waterclouds. This shampoo thoroughly cleanses the hair and effectively removes all styling products. In addition, this shampoo is rich in nourishing and protective ingredients.

If you want to spend as little time as possible on your hair, an all-in-one shower product is perfect for you! Waterclouds The Dude Hair & Body Wash is an all-in-one product specially formulated for men. This product has moisturizing properties and can be used on both skin and hair. This shampoo is rich in essential and nourishing ingredients that give your hair a natural shine.

In addition to a good shampoo, it’s also important to use conditioning products. To combat dry hair, using a hair oil is highly recommended. A perfect example of this is BluMaan’s hair oil. BluMaan Cloud Control Hair Oil contains a unique blend of 12 different oils and botanical extracts. These ingredients help make your hair feel less dry and frizzy. Plus, this oil forms a protective layer around the hair to shield it from harmful UV rays. Read our blog about the magic of oils. BluMaan Cloud Control Hair Oil leaves your hair visibly soft and shiny. It also makes your hair much easier to style—which is ideal right now, when we can’t visit the salon!

Do’s & Don’ts

During this time when we can’t go to the barber, many men tend to cut their own hair or have their partner do it: the hair keeps growing and is impossible to style. Cutting your own hair seems easy, but it’s not. We’ll tell you what you should and shouldn’t do during this crisis when it comes to your hairstyle.

• Put those scissors down! It’s so easy to make mistakes when cutting your hair. Plus, they’re obvious and really stand out! And that’s exactly what we want to avoid! Most men don’t have experience with the proper cutting technique, so the results don’t look good.
• If you decide to use the clippers yourself, make sure you know how to use them so you don’t end up cutting off more hair than you intended! The tips above will definitely help you achieve a neat haircut. 
• To give longer, and perhaps dry, hair the nourishment and care it needs, it’s a good idea to use the right styling and care products. These include shampoos tailored to your hair type and nourishing oils that provide a natural shine. You can also find suitable products in the selection at Johnbeerens.com. Here, you’ll find products designed for specific needs and specially formulated for men’s hair.
• Even if you want to give your beard some extra attention, it’s important to find the right products. No matter what style your beard is, proper care is essential for perfecting and maintaining it. For grooming products tailored to your needs, check out Johnbeerens.com.

Now that we can’t go to the salon, it’s important to take care of our hair ourselves to prevent it from becoming brittle or dry. To do this, it’s important to use hair care products tailored to your hair type. At johnbeerens.com, you’ll find a comprehensive selection of products chosen based on hair type and needs.