Medium Layered Haircuts for Men: Tips to Get the Perfect Look

Trends come and go in our chairs, but very few have had the same staying power as the medium layered haircut. For years, it seemed that the landscape of men’s grooming was all about skin fades and undercut styles. While these styles have their place in their time, a trend that really stands out to us is this interest in softer, more textured hairstyles that celebrate natural movement. 

The medium layered haircut lands right in this happy middle ground between a short crop and a head of unruly hair. At our barber shop services at Frank’s Gentlemen’s Salon, we've seen more clients ask for this look as they embrace versatile, natural styles.

One such style is based on scissor cut work, where varying lengths create in your hair. If you're looking for a modern update, medium layered haircuts for men offer that balanced touch. Such a style is advanced and notifies people of your interest in your appearance without making them think you have worked too hard on it. Perhaps you have a buzz cut hairstyle and want a makeover, or you simply want a change in your messy hair; this is exactly what you need.

Why Layering is Our Favorite Trend

One of the reasons this cut is always in style at our salon is because of a very important characteristic: it is versatile. A medium cut with layers will not look out of place in a business setting or at a barbecue on Saturday afternoon. The layers cut volume, which causes the hair to lie better on the head, rather than bunching up into a mushroom-like appearance when thick hair grows out.

For thinner-haired clients, layers are actually a game changer. Varying lengths can give a volume effect to a hairstyle with a flat appearance. Then again, if you have thick and wavy hair, layers can cut excess volume. They will allow your hair to show without being too unruly. 

In short, layers do your styling work for you because they control your hair to naturally fall into place. If you want a cut that balances ease and versatility, medium-length layered haircuts for men provide the perfect middle ground.

Asking for the Cut

Communication is the most important element of a visit to any salon. When you come to our salon, we want your input. To achieve this particular style, you need to instruct your stylist to leave you enough length to style your hair by hand, but to take out most of the volume. To achieve this, you need to ask them to do a scissor cut all over rather than a clipper cut, since this will maintain a natural finish.

Make sure you include a request for texture to be added all over. This way, we can cut your hair at an angle so that you have these ridged ends that can move rather than a heavy, straight line. 

If you're considering a layered haircut for medium-haired men, sharing this detail helps ensure you get results that suit your style. Perhaps you want a cleaner edge all over your head, so you can ask for a low taper, but you have to make sure it blends smoothly into your top. A picture of a haircut you want is very helpful, but talking about how you want it to move - the idea of sweeping it back or falling forward - is important in getting your layers right depending on your hair type.

Once you step out of our salon, however, maintaining a successful medium layered haircut is up to your personal upkeep at home. The good news is this style will not be high maintenance compared to a fade haircut. Usually, you won’t have to come back to see us as frequently. A cut every six weeks will work.

Styling is where you can really have fun with your hair. To avoid weighing your layers down, do not go for heavy, wet-looking hair gel. Use a matte clay, a texture powder, or a sea salt spray to achieve a great separation of layers. To apply these products, you can do so on damp or dry hair, and then work with your fingers to rake it through your hair in a way that works with your cut.

Upgrade Your Grooming Routine

A medium layered haircut can be a great way to update your style with a fresh look and keep a clean, masculine cut. With a medium layered haircut, you have the benefit of being able to mix and match different textures and lengths without being locked into a haircut with length or a fade cut. The next time you come into our salon, ask us how a haircut such as this can work for you! 

Lisa Franz

Lisa Franz is the founder and owner of Frank’s Gentlemen’s Salon, a premier men’s salon and barbershop in Denver. With a background in theatre and a deep passion for community-building, she created Frank’s to merge high-end grooming services with a warm, inclusive space.