This is the sign to finally nail your side part.
Let’s be real. A great hairstyle is basically makeup for men. It gives you an instant upgrade with almost zero effort on your part. And the side part is one of those looks that never really goes out of style. It’s simple, clean, and surprisingly low-maintenance, and it can take you from the office to a night out without skipping a beat.
We’ve rounded up 6 side-part hair hacks for men who want their hair to look flawless every time but have zero interest in mastering hot tools or complicated styling techniques. Check them out!
Want to walk out the door looking like you just stepped off a shoot? This one’s for you. Start by getting your hair wet and using a comb to create your part. Then grab a pomade and work it through your hair by pushing through each section with your fingers.
Take a couple of loose strands around your face and gently curl them forward with your fingertip for that effortlessly undone, celebrity-worthy look. Finish with a hair dryer on a diffuser attachment and let the style set naturally. That’s it. You’re already miles ahead.
Pressed for time but still want to look put-together? This hack will save you on your busiest mornings. Wet your hair first, then comb it all the way back. Part it wherever it feels natural to you. Scrunch in a sea salt spray to add texture and grip.
Hit it quickly with a hair dryer, and you’re good to go. The whole thing takes about 60 seconds, and the result looks intentional, no rush at all!
This formal hairstyle for men is called “classic” for a reason. Start by working a small amount of hair clay through your hair to build some initial hold. Then grab a brush and create your side part. Here’s the key: it doesn’t need to be perfectly straight.
That’s actually the whole idea. A slightly imperfect part looks more natural and modern than a ruler-straight line. Brush the side section back, bring the front up and away, and finish with a quick blow-dry to lock everything in place.
Don’t assume this one is only for curly guys. It actually works great on straight hair, too. Wash your hair, then part it slightly off-center. Bring the front curtain section down a little so it frames your face.
Apply sea salt spray and blow-dry to get some movement going. Finish by scrunching in a small amount of curling sea clay for a bit of texture and hold. The result is relaxed, stylish, and looks anything but try-hard.
There’s one common mistake most men make: brushing the hair completely flat to one side. That gives you a look that’s stiff and a little old-fashioned. Instead, try this. Wet your hair and comb it all the way back first. Then, use a comb to separate the hair where you want your part to fall. Apply a light-hold spray for some grip.
Then blow-dry while brushing the hair away from your face rather than straight down. This technique adds movement and volume, which is what keeps the style looking natural and modern.
The 70-30-part means dividing your hair so roughly 70% falls to one side and 30% to the other, creating a slightly off-center look that’s more dynamic than a 50-50 split. Start with wet hair and towel-dry by scrunching rather than rubbing.
Tuck the sides behind your ears, slick the hair back, and then create your 70-30 divide using a comb. Work in a small amount of hair clay, scrunch it slightly for texture, and blow-dry if needed. It’s a subtle detail that makes a big difference in how the final look comes together.
Whether you have five minutes or one, there’s a style here that fits your morning. Pick one hack, grab the right product, and give it a go. And if you want to see how different side-part styles would look on you before committing, TheRightHairstyles try-on tool and the HairHunt app (iOS, Android) are great tools to experiment without touching a pair of scissors. Try them today!
