— Updated on 1 October 2024

100+ Of The Best Curly Hairstyles For Men In 2024

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— Updated on 1 October 2024

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Nick Kenyon

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Curly hair has long been celebrated for its unique texture and undeniable charm — from soft waves to tight coils — the number of curly hairstyles for men that look great is nearly endless. But what’s the right style of wavy hair for you?

Get ready to be inspired and discover the perfect men’s curly hairstyle to enhance your natural features and elevate your day-to-day look.

The Best Curly Hairstyles for Men

1. Natural Afro

The afro is a classic style that embraces the natural texture and volume of men’s curly hair, which is suitable for pretty much all textured hair types. It requires proper moisturising and maintenance to keep the hair healthy and well-defined.

2. High Top Fade With Curls

This style combines the height of a traditional high-top fade with the addition of curls and works best for hair with tight curls or coils. It gives a bold and unique look with contrasting lengths.

3. Curly Taper Fade

One of the best long curly hairstyles is the curly taper fade, which features shorter sides that gradually fade into longer curls. You’ll get a stylish and clean appearance with a smooth transition between the different lengths.

4. Defined Curls With Undercut

This cut showcases well-defined curls at the top while the sides and back are buzzed or shaved. It’s perfect for hair with defined curls or waves. Use this to create a striking contrast between the textured top and the sleek undercut.

5. Curly Faux Hawk

This look mimics the appearance of a traditional mohawk by styling the hair in a central strip of raised curls while the sides are shorter. Try this style on hair with medium to tighter curls or waves. It offers a modern and edgy style without entirely shaving the sides.

6. Long Curly Hair With A Beard

Imagine a long curly hairstyle combined with well-groomed facial hair — it’s a winning combination. It suits those who like long hairstyles and have naturally long and voluminous curls, emphasising a rugged and bohemian aesthetic with a touch of sophistication.

7. Messy Curls With Side Part

Try the tousled and intentionally dishevelled curls styled with a side part. It can work for various naturally curly or wavy hair types, providing a laid-back and effortless look with a bit of structure from the side part.

8. Curly Pompadour

This classic features full curls styled upwards and backwards. If you have medium to tight curls, give this style a try, as it adds a retro and dapper edge to curly hairstyles for men.

9. Short Curly Quiff

The curly version of a quiff is a short curly hairstyle with a dense front section styled upwards. It’s best for anyone with shorter curls or waves and combines a contemporary quiff shape with natural texture for a stylish and youthful appearance.

10. Curly Mohawk

The curly mohawk is a bold and edgy style with shaved sides and a strip of raised curls down the centre. It’s best for hair that’s medium-length and can still work well with thick curly hair, giving off a strong and attention-grabbing look that exudes confidence.

11. Curly Comb Over

A classic comb-over style adapted for curly hair, it features a side part and sleekly styled curls. It works well for hair with defined curls or waves, giving a look of elegance and sophistication with the unique natural hair texture of curly locks.

12. Curly Textured Crop

This trendy look is a short and textured curly hairstyle with even-length curls all over the head. Any hair type with curls or waves will do, even if you’ve got thick curly hair. It’s a low-maintenance, yet fashionable look with added texture and volume.

13. Curly Fringe with Fade

Fade haircuts will never go out of style. Try a curly fringe styled to fall onto the forehead, combined with faded or tapered sides and back. Hair with medium to taut curls works best, creating a trendy and eye-catching contrast between the asymmetrical curly fringe and the neatly trimmed sides.

14. Undercut With Designs

Combine a curled head of hair with shaved or buzzed sides that are adorned with intricate designs or patterns. You’ll love it. Well-formed curls or waves will offer the best results, adding a unique and creative element to the hairstyle with the addition of designs.

15. Curly Top Knot

All you’ll have to do is gather the curly hair on top and tie it into a knot or bun. Any hair type with sufficient length and elongated curls works well, giving a stylish and practical way to keep curly hair out of the face while showcasing the natural texture.

16. Wavy Curls With Skin Fade

This hairstyle combines wavy curls with a skin fade on the sides and back. It’s excellent for hair with natural waves or looser curls. Use this style to contrast the bouncy curls and the clean, shaved sides.

17. Curly Bowl Cut

The curly bowl cut is a unique look that features a rounded shape with even-length curls all around the head. Tight coils or curls bring this style to life, serving up a retro-inspired look that’s eye-catching.

18. Curly Shaggy Hairstyle

Embrace a tousled and messy appearance with layered shaggy curls, which look great and are suitable for various textured hair types like curls or waves. It gives you a carefree and effortlessly stylish look with a hint of texture and volume.

19. Curly Tapered Sides With Brushed Back Top

One of the best men’s haircuts is when you leave a little hair on top with tapered sides. In this case, you’re combining tapered sides with a brushed-back curled. Medium to taut curls are the key, giving a sleek and polished look with texture from the curls.

20. Curly Ponytail

Collect all your curly hair and tie it into a ponytail at the back. All you need is curls and hair that’s long enough for a ponytail. It’s a sleek, versatile, and low-maintenance way to style curly hair while keeping it out of your face.

21. Curly Slicked Back Undercut

This look is a slicked-back style with curly hair on top and an undercut on the sides and back. It’s a sophisticated and polished way to present your naturally curly hair.

22. Curly Tousled Waves

Beach vibes, anyone? With this look, you get natural waves with a curly shag look. Those with natural waves or looser curls will enjoy this style the most, creating a relaxed and effortlessly cool vibe with ample movement and volume.

23. Curly High Fade

To consider the curly burst fade hairstyle, you’ll need coiled curls to pull this off. If you do it right, you’ll enjoy a bold and modern look with a sharp contrast between the shorter sides and the curly hair near the top.

24. Curly Twists

You’ll have to twist sections of curly hair to create this long curly hairstyle, which works best for hair with taut curls or coils. There’s a unique and intricate element to the hairstyle, enhancing your natural texture and depth.

25. Curly Braids With Fade

Create braids that you incorporate into the curly hair, and then combine with faded or tapered sides and back. While you can do this with looser curls, ultimately, you want thick curls or waves. It’s a culturally inspired look with a fusion of braids and curls.

26. Curly Side Swept Bangs

Do you like the idea of curly bangs? Side-swept curls are lovely if you want to add a little flair to your natural curls or waves. It brings sophistication and movement to your hairstyle for a sweeping effect that’ll be sure to turn heads.

27. Curly Buzz Cut

This look involves cutting the curly hair very short or even shaving it. You should wear this with taut curls or coils, which will result in a low-maintenance and edgy look that highlights the natural texture of curly hair.

28. Curly Mohawk With Designs

Go for something bold and creative that demands attention. It mixes a curly strip of hair down the centre with shaved or faded sides and intricate designs, which is another style that fits taut curls or coils.

29. Curly Textured Pomp

Guys have started favouring the curly pomp, as it adds texture and volume to an already classic pompadour shape. It’s perfect for anyone with curly hair or wavy hair.

30. Curly Tapered Sides With Curls Up The Top

Adding a bit of variation, this style has tapered or faded sides and curly locks on top and is suitable for any hair type with curls or waves. It has a clean and polished appearance with a noticeable contrast between the lengths.

31. Curly French Crop

Overall, you should expect a slightly short length all over, with the curls styled forward or slightly tousled for the perfect curly French crop. You can have medium to taut curls or waves for the best results, offering a stylish and low-maintenance look with a touch of European flair.

32. Curly Locs

You’ll want to take your individual locs and braid or twist them, depending on their thickness. Keep your hair like this for several days to get the best results. After a few days, unravel the locs, and you’ll have wavy/curly dreads that look great.

33. Curly Low Fade

The curly low fade blends the classic haircut with curly hair on top. It looks best when you have medium to tight curly locks, delivering a modern look with a gradual transition from the shorter sides to the curled top.

34. Curly Quiff With Beard

A popular beard style, this long or short curly quiff styled upwards on top pairs well with a clipped or dense beard. You get sophistication and masculinity all in one, without looking shabby.

35. Curly Man Bun

Put your curly hair into a man bun at the lower or mid back of the head. As long as your curly hair is long enough, it doesn’t matter how loose or tight the curls are. It’s the perfect way to keep curls neatly tied up while showcasing the natural texture.

36. Curly High Top Fade

Combine a high-top hairstyle with curly hair on top and a fade on the sides and back. You can create a bold and complete look with a nice line of demarcation between the height and the faded sides.

37. Curly Slicked Back Hair

This style involves slicking back the curly hair using styling products. You can try this look for any hair type with natural curls or waves. It’s polished, low maintenance and is a great option if you’re getting dressed up for an evening.

38. Curly Tapered Frohawk

The famous “frohawk” is a curly mohawk-inspired style with tapered or faded sides, which requires intense curls or waves to be properly achieved. It turns heads with the combination of the curly middle strip and the shorter sides.

39. Undercut with Curly Bangs

Get an undercut on the sides and back with bangs on top and looks perfect with medium to taut curls. It’s versatile, youthful, and attention-grabbing, contrasting the undercut and the curled bangs.

40. Curly Waves with Undercut

Find the balance between natural waves on top with a slight curl, with an undercut on the sides and back. It works best for hair with loose curls or waves, providing a trendy appearance with a defined texture and clean-cut sides.

41. Curly Low Skin Fade

Go for a low fade haircut combined with curly hair on top. This is another style for hair with intense curls or waves, creating a clean and sharp look with a seamless blend between the shorter faded sides and the curls up top.

42. Curly Side Part with Taper Fade

This hairstyle involves a side part with a taper fade on the sides and back, paired with curly hair. All you need is naturally curly or wavy locks to enjoy this sophisticated and classic look with a modern spin.

43. Curly Spiky Hairstyle

Mould your curly hair into defined spikes to add an edgy and energetic vibe to your hairstyle, with a spiky texture that suggests a rebellious streak to your personality.

44. Curly Tapered Sides with Long Top

Don’t know what to do with your long curly hair? Taper the sides and leave your hair long and flowing on top, which is a look that works best with medium to tight curls. This hairstyle gives a balanced and stylish look with a gradual transition from the shorter sides to the longer and voluminous curls.

45. Curly Drop Fade

Try this look to showcase a drop fade haircut with curly hair on top. It offers a dynamic and eye-catching style with a distinct drop in the fade along the hairline.

46. Curly Short Crop

You’ll look edgy with this short and cropped curly hairstyle. It fits multiple hair types with naturally curly or wavy strands, providing a neat and clean appearance that’s low maintenance and good-looking.

47. Curly Textured Fringe

Tame your hair into a curly fringe styled to fall onto the forehead with added texture. It offers a fashionable and whimsical look with a dash of youth.

48. Curly Tapered Undercut

This style meshes a tapered undercut on the sides and back with curly hair around the top. It looks best for hair with taut curls or coils. You get a modern and stylish appearance with a clean-cut and defined contrast.

49. Curly Mohawk Fade

Showcase this curly mohawk style with faded or tapered sides that serve to emphasise the length of the top of the head. It creates a bold and daring look with high contrast between the middle strip and the faded sides.

50. Curly Angular Fringe

This look consists of an angular fringe hairstyle with curly hair near the top, requiring natural waves or curls to work best. It’s a unique and contemporary look with an angular shape and the added texture of curly locks.

51. Curly Messy Top With Undercut

This hairstyle features a messy and textured curl paired with an undercut on the sides and back. It looks perfect with intense curls or waves, giving a trendy and relaxed look with a gradual transition between the tousled top and the clean sides.

52. Curly Tapered Caesar Cut

Get a Caesar cut style with tapered sides and a curled look. For those with medium to taut curls, this is the style for you as it’s both neat and timeless (literally thousands of years old), delivering a defined hairline and curly texture up top.

53. Curly Messy Side Swept Hairstyle

You’ll love this messy and side-swept curly hairstyle, which works with all hair types that boast natural waves or curls. Try it out for a carefree and effortlessly stylish look that has a hint of movement and a relaxed vibe.

54. Curly Slicked Back Taper Fade

Combine a slicked-back style with a taper fade on the sides and back using curly hair. It’s polished, trendy, easy to maintain and attractive.

55. Curly Brushed Up Hair

Take your curly hair and brush it upward for added volume and height. Loose curls are best, but all naturally curly or wavy-haired men can give this dynamic and energetic look a shot.

56. Curly Tapered Pompadour

Take the curly pompadour style with tapered sides for the win. It works well with defined curls or waves, serving up a refined look with volume-packed curls and shorter clipped sides.

57. Curly Tapered Sides With Curly Quiff

Taper your curly hair low on the sides and rock a curly quiff on top. Short, loose curls work fine, but you’d rather have defined curls for full impact. It’s an eye-catching look with a textured and dense quiff that stands out.

58. Curly High Skin Fade

This haircut features a high skin fade with curly hair on top. It provides a bold and modern appearance with a distinct difference between the shorter faded sides and the luscious curls on the top of your head.

59. Curly Tapered Comb-Over

The comb-over is an easy go-to for many, as it’s both easy to style and low-maintenance. You’ll combine a tapered haircut with a comb-over style using curly hair, giving a classic and sophisticated look with sleek parting. It’s a popular curly hairstyle for good reason.

60. Curly Tapered Sides With Voluminous Top

Add height with this style that shows off your tapered sides and voluminous curls, which works great with any hair type that features natural curls. The look is very balanced, with a distinction between the shorter sides and the fullness of the rest.

61. Curly Textured Side Part

This look features a side-part hairstyle with textured and defined curls. It’s a professional and polished look with a bit of texture and defined parting that makes it pop.

62. Curly Wavy Pompadour

You’ve done the classic and the curly so why not do the curly wavy pompadour? It showcases the same charm and flair, using curly or wavy hair to get the final look.

63. Curly Undercut With Beard Fade

Grab the best beard trimmers and combine a faded beard with an undercut on the sides and back, contrasted against a curly top. It works for hair with medium to taut curls, giving a sleek and edgy overall impression thanks to the fusion of the hairstyle and the well-groomed beard.

64. Curly Tapered Sides With Top Knot

Take the classic top knot, make it curly, and taper the sides of your head. Voilà! This style is super easy and works best for hair with medium to taut curls, offering a trendy and versatile look.

65. Curly Tapered Sides With Curly Bangs

You’re doing a little of everything when you taper the sides and back of your hair and allow your short or medium blonde thin curls to flow freely. Anyone with curls or waves should try the style as it nicely frames various face shapes.

66. Curly Pixie Cut For Men

Try this short and cropped curly hairstyle with a pixie cut. You get a bold and modern appearance with a low-maintenance and effortlessly stylish look.

67. Curly Short Hair Tapered Fro

Blend a tapered haircut with a full and curly afro on top. It works for long or short hair with medium to taut curls. This creates a distinctive and fashion-forward look with a balance between the tapered sides and the thick curls on top.

68. Curly Tapered Sides With Short Curls On Top

This style involves tapered sides and short curls on top, which can be achieved with various hair types boasting natural waves and curls. It’s a clean and versatile look with a neat appearance from all angles.

69. Curly Bangs

Wear your curly bangs styled to fall onto the forehead however you like. It’s perfect for loose to medium curls or waves, adding a touch of charm and playfulness to your everyday hairstyle.

70. Curly Tapered Afro

Show off your afro hairstyle with tapered sides and a curly crown. It fits hair with medium to taut curls, giving a bold and contemporary look with a defined shape on the sides and an unmissably strong impression up top.

71. Curly Mullet

This style features a classic mullet haircut with curly hair. It’s a bold look with shorter hair on the front and sides that leaves longer curls at the back.

72. Curly Tapered Sides With Textured Top

Try tapered sides and textured curls up top. The versatility of this style stands out when you see the shorter sides and the textured curly crown.

73. Curly Twisted Fade

Combine twisted curls with a fade haircut. It looks great for hair with medium to taut curls and offers a unique and intricate look with twisted strands of curly hair that contrast the fade on the sides and back.

74. Curly Tapered Sides With Curly High Top

Take your taper cut to a new level when you add a high-curled top to your style. Defined curls or waves work best to make a statement that no one can miss.

75. Curly Buzz Cut With Designs

If you’re feeling a little bold, you can enjoy your curly hair up top with a buzz-cut style and complex designs on the sides. This cut is edgy and artistic with carefully crafted designs on the buzzed areas.

76. Curly High Fade

Mix a high fade haircut with curly hair on the top. Any naturally curly or wavy texture can benefit from trying this style. There’s a stylish appearance with a flawless blend between the short faded sides and the top.

77. Curly Wavy Comb Over

Do the comb-over hairstyle with curly or wavy hair. Create a sophisticated and refined look with a side part and a sleek comb-over that enhances the natural texture of the curls.

78. Curly Textured Slick Back

Everyone loves a slicked-back style with textured and defined curls. If you have naturally curly or wavy hair, give it a go because it looks great no matter if you’re at work, the bar, or a nightclub. This style fits all settings.

79. Curly Tapered Sides With Long Curls

Leave the long curls on top and taper the sides if you have definition throughout your wavy or curly hair. The finished product is a versatile look that balances the short sides and the lengthier and more voluminous curls.

80. Undercut With Curly Fringe

Mix an undercut on the sides and back with a curly fringe. It looks best on hair with medium to taut curls and is a style that’ll garner many looks as you have the defined fringe that adds texture and visual interest.

81. Curly Tapered Sides With Messy Top

Rock your purposely messy curls with tapered sides, which looks best when you’ve got naturally curly or wavy hair. It’s a little bit of chaos combined with a slightly polished finish, as the tousled and intentionally dishevelled curls create a casual yet stylish vibe.

82. Curly Hump Bangs

For curly textures, try these curly bangs styled into a hump with bobby pins. It’s a terrific way to get a look similar to Elvis Presley without all the hairspray or gel. It’s fun, charming and unique.

83. Long Curly Mohawk

Flip the traditional style on its head and try the curly mohawk for long curls of any texture. You use pins on the side to give the illusion that your sides are shaved when really, they’re slicked down.

84. Curly Braid Out

Braid your curly hair and then twist them around each other until you form Bantu knots. Let them sit overnight and unravel the Bantu knots for curly braids that you can wear as is. Or you can unravel the braids themselves and create a curly braid-out style.

85. Short Curly Ponytail With Fade Haircut

To achieve this style, all you need to do is have short curly hair and get a face all around your head, up about six inches from the nape of your neck. It offers a sleek and practical look with a well-groomed and high-centre curly ponytail.

86. Long Curls With Shaved Side

If you want to be able to flip between being edgy and wearing your long curls, consider shaving one side of your head and leaving your curls long on the other side. That way you can flip it back and forth to change your look completely.

87. Finger Coils

The finger coils look is one of many short curly hairstyles for anyone who has medium to taut curls and wants a throwback style. You’ll need gel and a small comb to work on damp hair but you can also use your fingers to take small sections of curly hair and twirl them around.

88. Curly Angular Fringe With Fade

Combine an angular fringe style with a faded haircut using curly hair. If you have medium to taut curls, this is the perfect style to try. Get this trendy look with an angular fringe that adds a geometric element to the hairstyle complemented by the faded sides.

89. Curly Twist Out

For guys with long hair who don’t want to slick it back, try twisting any curly hair texture and braiding the twists together. Your hair will look great after you unravel the braids and you can wear the twists down, in a bun, in ponytails and more.

90. Jerry Curl

We’re throwing it back and going for a retro look for those who loved the curly, wet hair look of the past. You can have any curly hair texture for this style and you’ll need quite a bit of product to make it work.

91. Curly Tapered Sides With Comb Over

Check out this style with tapered sides and medium to taut curls styled into a comb-over. You’ll look fashion-forward with the curly hair swept to one side, highlighting the textured curls while maintaining a clean and refined appearance.

92. Curly Tapered Sides With Half-Up Ponytail

Embrace tapered sides and curly hair gathered into a half-up ponytail, which is a style that looks great on almost all men with wavy or curly hair. You’ll look stylish with the top section pulled back into a ponytail, allowing the curls to cascade freely.

93. Curly Tapered Sides With Undercut Braid

This bold style showcases tapered sides and a curly tuft styled into an undercut braid. You need coarser hair with medium to taut curls for the best result. The shaved sides look neat against the braided top, creating a striking hairstyle.

94. Curly Tapered Sides With Side Swept Bangs

Side-swept bangs, tapered sides, and a mass of curls; it’s charming, edgy and fun. Bold curls and waves make this style stand out as a sophisticated look that frames your face while highlighting the natural texture of your curls.

95. Curly Tapered Sides With Mini Afro

You’ll want to gently taper the sides and style your curls into a mini afro for this look. The compact and rounded afro shape allows the curls to boast their natural texture and spring.

96. Curly Tapered Sides With Dutch Braids

Add tapered sides to your curls, which you can then style into Dutch braids. Tightly curled hair looks phenomenal with this style, which gives character to the curly Dutch braids.

97. Long Messy Curls

If you have loose, medium, or taut curls, allow them to move freely and hang any way they like. Of all the long curly hairstyles, this free-spirited look will enable you to express your creativity by not doing too much to your hair but you can add some light styling cream if you want a little more definition.

98. Curly Tapered Sides With Messy Bun

Flaunt tapered sides and curly hair styled into a messy bun. It’s perfect for multiple hair types with natural curls or waves and provides a relaxed and effortless look with the curly hair loosely gathered into a bun, allowing the curls to flow freely.

99. Curly Tapered Sides With Puff

This fantastic curly hairstyle showcases tapered sides and a curly puff. It’s awesome for a playful and heightened look with the curly hair gathered and shaped into a rounded puff on top, creating a statement style with ample texture and height.

100. Curly Tapered Sides With Mohawk Twist Out

Combine tapered sides with a curly crown styled into a twist-out mohawk. You’ll need defined curls or waves. This bold and textured look with the twists on the curls creates a raised and defined mohawk-inspired style while keeping the sides tapered for added contrast.

101. Curly Tapered Sides With Cornrows

Taper the sides of your curly hair and style the rest into cornrows, which look best with tight or medium curls. The cornrows are intricately braided on top, which adds flair to the overall hairstyle.

102. Curly Tapered Sides With Bantu Knot Out

Go for tapered sides and curly hair styled into a Bantu knot. It works on any hair type with natural waves or curls as a versatile look, with the Bantu knots creating defined and tall curls on the top while the tapered sides add a sleek finish.

103. Curly Tapered Sides With Dreadlock Bun

The infamous dreadlock bun looks charming for hair with well-established dreadlocks. It offers a unique and regal look with the dreadlocks gathered and twisted into a bun.

104. Curly Tapered Sides With Curled Mohawk Braids

Try tapered sides and a curly top styled into Mohawk braids. Medium to tight curls are the perfect fit. There’s a striking and bold look with the braids standing upright along the centre of the head, while the curls add fullness and texture.

105. Curly Tapered Sides With Low Ponytail

This hairstyle provides a sleek and sophisticated look, with the loose curly hair elegantly styled into a low ponytail, allowing the curls to flow gracefully while keeping the sides neatly tapered, creating a balanced and polished hairstyle.

Curly Hairstyles Tips & Tricks

Here are the top tips and tricks that you can use to keep your curly hair happy and healthy.

1. Taking Care of Your Hair Tools

Caring for our hair tools, including combs, brushes, and shavers, is as important as maintaining our hairstyles. Research the appropriate brush for your hair type and read consumer reviews. Regularly clean your combs, brushes, and shavers, removing any trapped hair or product residue.

2. Nurturing Your Hair

Regularly trim your hair and pay attention to stray hairs on the neck. If you prefer buzz cuts or are experiencing balding, be mindful of sun exposure on your scalp and consider using quality sunscreen. Seek professional advice if you experience persistent scalp flaking or itching. Use a high-quality conditioner to replenish moisture after washing.

3. Choosing the Right Products

Opt for good-quality hair products that effectively meet your needs without causing damage. Consult a trusted barber or stylist, research online and read consumer reviews. Don’t hesitate to experiment; it’ll help you find products that leave your hair feeling healthy. We recommend giving Cantu shampoo and conditioner a try for fuller, softer hair.

4. Avoiding Common Mistakes

From overwashing your hair to using excessive products, certain hair mistakes can harm your mane and hinder your desired style. While men may occasionally make hair-related blunders, the good news is that a bad haircut can be rectified in just a few weeks.

Final Thoughts

As you can see, there’s no shortage of curly hairstyles for men. Whether you prefer short, medium, or long lengths, the above list of diverse styles caters to different curl patterns and personal preferences.

Not all curly hairstyles look good on everyone with curly hair, so it’s important to know the cuts that work best with your style and look. Curly hairstyles possess a distinct allure, exuding a sense of effortless cool and individuality, so it’d be a shame to wear a style for straight hair when you’ve got curls to celebrate.

Delve into the possibilities and see which one you like best. Whether you have short curly hair or long, you’re sure to find men’s curly hairstyles that you love. Good luck!

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