Types of Haircuts for Men in Korea

Korean men’s haircuts are known for clean lines, soft volume, and easy styling. Below are the most popular types of men’s haircuts in Korea, commonly requested at Korean hair salons and barber-style salons.

1. Two-Block Cut (투블럭 컷)

Most iconic Korean men’s haircut

  • Short or tapered sides & back
  • Longer top for styling or perms
  • Customizable for face shape

Best for: Most face shapes
Often paired with: Down perm, shadow perm

2. Comma Hair (콤마 머리)

K-drama favorite

  • Parted fringe forming a “comma ( , )” shape
  • Soft, romantic look
  • Requires light perm or styling

Best for: Oval, heart-shaped faces
Maintenance: Medium

3. Shadow Perm Cut (쉐도우 펌 컷)

Natural volume + texture

  • Light waves with airy movement
  • Looks styled even when messy
  • Very popular in 2025–2026

Best for: Flat or thin hair
Maintenance: Low–medium

4. Textured Crop (크롭 컷)

Modern, clean, low-maintenance

  • Short fringe with textured top
  • Clean fade or taper on sides
  • Sharp but not aggressive

Best for: Round or square faces
Maintenance: Low

5. Middle Part / Curtain Hair (가르마 머리)

Classic Korean professional style

  • Center or soft middle part
  • Clean, elegant, office-friendly
  • Often combined with C-curl or S-curl perm

Best for: Long or oval face shapes
Maintenance: Medium

6. Ivy League Cut (아이비리그 컷)

Neat and timeless

  • Short sides, slightly longer top
  • Polished and conservative
  • Popular with professionals

Best for: Office / business look
Maintenance: Very low

7. Buzz Cut / Military Cut (스포츠 컷)

Ultra-clean and practical

  • Very short overall length
  • Minimal styling needed
  • Strong, masculine look

Best for: Active lifestyles
Maintenance: Very low

8. Wolf Cut (울프 컷)

Trendy & edgy

  • Layered, slightly messy shape
  • Longer back with volume
  • Popular with younger men

Best for: Creative or fashion-forward styles
Maintenance: Medium

9. Soft Pompadour (소프트 포마드)

Modern take on a classic

  • Volume at the front
  • Less slick, more natural than Western pompadours
  • Styled with light wax or cream

Best for: Long faces
Maintenance: Medium

10. Korean Fade (로우 / 미드 페이드)

Subtle and blended

  • Lower, softer fade than Western styles
  • Often paired with two-block or crop
  • Clean but natural

Best for: Modern, tidy look
Maintenance: Low

How Korean Men Choose Haircuts

  • Face shape first, not trend first
  • Preference for natural volume over sharp lines
  • Often combined with down perm or light perm
  • Focus on easy daily styling

Tip for Foreigners at Korean Hair Salons

When asking for a men’s haircut in Korea:

  • Bring reference photos
  • Say how short you want the sides and back
  • Ask if a down perm or light perm is recommended
  • Clarify daily styling time

Korean stylists are very detail-oriented, but clear communication makes a big difference.