Boris Johnson Hairstyle - Get the look of the Mayor of London

Boris Johnson may not be known for his well groomed, dapper appearance but his mop has been the subject of much discussion in the past. It's been wondered whether he cuts it himself and whether he actually likes it looking a mess!

At Pall Mall Barbers, we've been lucky enough to cut the Mayor's hair once and got the distinct impression that Boris Johnson knows what he wants and likes a relaxed style, even though discussion of his hair cut took second place to the cricket match playing on Sky Sports at the time!

Boris was a true gentleman and very down to earth, and we've since learnt that he now uses an inexpensive barber closer to City Hall, which comes as no surprise to us.

His tousled messy signature look sets Boris Johnson apart from almost every other politician, and we believe is probably a conscious decision reflecting his slightly rebellious streak.  It’s this attitude that has brought him huge respect and success.

To start this Get the Look, you need to ask your barber to leave two inches length on top and let them know you wish to keep the side parting. The length around the ears is just touching the top of the ears instead of being cut clear of it which doesn’t look so freshly cut and keeps it looking soft, natural. The sides are not tapered in but rather kept straight. Boris’s hair is very soft in texture which doesn’t require too much point cutting, but some is needed to get rid of any lines and clumps in the layers. Normal to thick hair will need more point cutting to reduce weight and thickness.

To style the hair use a small round brush when drying to push the hair over to the side at the front and back off the face. This will give you some lift at the front also. When dry, apply some of Pall Mall Barbers very own Pliable Clay to your fingertips for a few seconds to warm and soften the product and make it more pliable. Rake your fingers through the length on top of your hair first to spate layers and then to lift the hair at the front. Then with the remainder of product on your fingertips apply to sides rubbing back and forth to add movement in true Boris Johnson fashion!

Here's a Pliable Clay video shot in our Fitzrovia barber shop with Dan demonstrating exactly how to apply Pliable Clay and style your hair with it, and if you want to buy some, call into our Central London barbers shops or get it online.

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Ryan Gosling Hairstyle - How to Get the Look

Ryan Gosling has had various hairstyles - from cropped to floppy to bleached blond.  Somehow, he always manages to carry it off.

So here are Pall Mall Barbers' tips on how to replicate this particular Ryan Gosling Hairstyle.  Follow our advice to style your hair into the really popular and classic style of actor  Ryan Gosling - star of hit films Drive, Stupid Crazy Love and Gangster Squad.

This haircut is ideal for anyone with a cowlick at the front of their hair.

One of the main advantages of this haircut is that you can look smart for work by brushing your hair through with a small round brush that has Pall Mall Barbers styling spray on it, or you can go for a more casual look as shown on the picture above by applying a small amount of Pall Mall Barbers Flexible Shine through the mid lengths and ends when blow dried.

To achieve this look visit Pall Mall Barbers and book a wash and cut or restyle depending on your length of hair.  You can phone us or book online

Have your hair scissor cut on the back and sides; this gives a softer finish than the clippers. Then leave the fringe (bang) slightly longer and have an even scissor cut throughout the top section of the hair. The haircut will then be connected and lined out. Depending on your hairline it may be beneficial to have some clipper over comb around the nape of the neck. We've got a great video explaining this for you, so check out the Ryan Gosling hairstyle here.

We recommend Pall Mall Barbers Flexible Shine for the Ryan Gosling hairstyle, which is available from our London barbers.

Flexible Shine

There are so many hair styling products for men on the market, how do you know which one to use?

The best way, is to ask an expect. Like one of the barbers at our very own Pall Mall Barbers shops in Central London.  With their collective experience of cutting and styling men’s hair, they’ll know exactly which hair styling product to use to get the look that you want.

One thing we often find, is that men like to stick to what they know.  Whether that’s the hairstyle they’ve sported for years, or the products they’ve been using.  Have a chat to your barber next time you’re in and you’ll be surprised to learn that you could get a better result or finish to your hair, with something other than the hair styling product you’ve relied on for so long.

Our range of hair styling products for men has been developed over many years using the finest ingredients – ones that really work, and also smell great. And we’ve tried and tested them with the people that matter – our customers, to make sure that they definitely do what they say on the tin.

Whether you want a smooth slicked back look, like that of those Mad Men Don Draper and Peter Campbell, or maybe you prefer a more rugged, casual and messy style like Prince Harry likes to sport, then we’ll have just the right hair styling products for you.

Your barber will advise you and show how to use the product properly – we always suggest that you use a little bit first, warm it between your hands and then apply it. We’ve even created a load of videos to give you advice  on how to use them if you can’t call into our barber shops. Why not head over to the Pall Mall Barbers YouTube Channel and have a look.

Check out the full range of hair styling products for men, watch a few of the Pall Mall Barbers videos and then go ahead and order them online too.  What could be easier?

Get the Look - Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman always comes across as very professional and confident, but he's also a bit edgy.  We like to think of him as stylishly cool.

So if you want to Get the Look of the star of Les Miserables, X Men and Wolverine, here is our advice on how to get your hair cut, how to style it and which products to use.

Book an appointment at a men's barbers and ask him to scissor cut the back and sides of your hair  to around an inch in length, whilst leaving the hair resting on the top of the ears. We'd actually recommend taking along a phone of Hugh Jackman with you, just in case to show your barber exactly the type of look you want to achieve. You can book an appointment at our London barber shops online.

With the top of the hair, your barber should take a section in the middle and cut this to around 2.5”.  This will be used as a guide to then connect the remaining hair to this. Ensure the hair is cut neutrally and not left longer on any one side.

To finish this style off, we would recommend blow drying it using a small round brush and push from left to right. This will get some volume into the roots.  Once the hair is dry, point cut into the hair. This adds texture and allows the styling product to flow through the hair. Point cutting should always be done when the hair is fully dry so that you can see where the texture needs to be added.

To finish your Hugh Jackman look, we'd recommend a great product like Pall Mall Barbers Texture Enhancer.  Use a small amount, warm it through your hands and then just run your fingers through your hair, topping off this look by pushing your hair back slightly when the hair is dry. This gives a stylish yet care free look. If you want to buy some of this product, call into our London barber shops or get it online along with a range of other men's hair styling products.

We've got a great short video, where Dan from Pall Mall Barbers is demonstrating exactly how to use this product.  Hugh Jackman hair styling video