Surfer Haircut Inspiration & How to Get the Look (2024)

We’re always on the lookout for the next big trend in hair care and styling, and right now, the surfer haircut is on our radar. This laid-back and effortlessly cool style has made a comeback, and we're here to give you the lowdown on how to achieve it.

Any hairstyle that doesn't take much effort but still looks great is a win in our books. And that's exactly what the surfer haircut is all about.

We've scoured our socials for the best surfer haircut inspiration and have rounded up our top picks below. Take a look, find your next style, and get ready to hit the waves (figuratively or literally).

When you think of a surfer, the first thing that comes to mind is probably sun-kissed skin, a laid-back attitude, and, of course, effortlessly tousled hair.

The surfer haircut typically features longer layers with textured, choppy ends, giving the impression that you just spent a day at the beach.

Aside from this classic surfer haircut, other beachy-inspired hairstyles include...

• Messy curls

• Long, beachy waves

• A simple side part with a tousled finish

• The classic "bedhead" look

Essentially, it's about achieving lots of texture and movement in the hair. You can achieve this by using texturising styling products, like a sea salt spray, or using hair styling tools – but we'll get into that later.

It typically works best on medium-length hair, as there's enough length to create the desired tousled effect. However, you can still achieve a surfer look with shorter and longer hair.

You can keep the sides shorter with a fade and keep the length on top for that classic surfer vibe. Or, if you have longer hair, channel your inner beach bum with a messy bun or ponytail.

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Whenever we want to try out a new hairstyle, we always head to our trusted source of inspiration – Instagram.

Take a look at these surfer hair ideas…

Bedhead curls also work well for a surfer look. If you have natural curls, work on adding some volume to them and let them fall loosely around your face.

If you don't have natural curls, a sea salt spray or thin curling wand can do the trick.

If you prefer your hair a little shorter, a fade undercut is a good option that still allows you to achieve a surfer hair look.

Keep your hair longer on top and gradually fade it down to a shorter length on the sides, styling your hair upwards and messy on top.

If you want to learn how to achieve cool surfer hairstyles like the ones above, it's all about adding texture, volume, and a messy look to your hair.

Even if you don't have naturally thick or wavy hair, you can still achieve this look with the right products and techniques – we'll show you how.

Start by washing your hair with shampoo and conditioner to remove any product build-up or excess oil.

We recommend using a volumising shampoo and conditioner to help give your hair added thickness and texture, which you'll need to achieve the surfer look. Regular cleansing products won't give you the same effect and can make it trickier to get the thickness and volume you desire.

Our Thickening Shampoo and Conditioner work incredibly well at creating a full-bodied base for your beachy waves. We've formulated them with premium, natural ingredients that actively work to boost volume and thickness both visibly and from the roots.

With Gingko Biloba, Saw Palmetto, and Vitamin B3 alongside other powerful ingredients, these products help to prevent male-pattern hair loss, stimulate hair growth, and improve the overall health of your scalp.

So they won't just help you achieve the surfer look, they'll also promote long-term hair health.

Once you have washed and thoroughly rinsed your hair, you should use a texturising spray to add some extra grit and hold to your locks.

A sea salt spray will help you achieve the best beachy waves, giving your hair a tousled look.

Products that contain a high concentration of sea salt will help to create texture and volume while also providing the right amount of hold to keep your surfer hair in place all day.

Our Marine Mist contains Unrefined Atlantic Sea Salt at a higher density than you'll find in most products, making it the perfect choice for achieving those perfectly undone waves. It also nourishes your scalp with essential minerals.

Simply spritz the Marine Mist onto your wet hair, making sure to evenly distribute it throughout.

This step is important for helping your strands to hold their shape and create that naturally wavy look.

After applying the Marine Mist, flip your head upside down and scrunch your hair upwards towards your scalp. Use pulsing motions to scrunch rather than continuously squeezing your hair – this will help prevent frizz and create more defined waves.

You should also tousle your hair using splayed fingers, shaking the roots to encourage volume and bounce.

After scrunching, you can either blow dry your hair or let it air dry. If you have naturally flatter hair, you may find that blow drying will help to further enhance the volume and texture.

If you choose to blow dry, use a diffuser attachment on your hair dryer to help maintain the shape of your waves and reduce frizz. Set the dryer to a low or medium heat setting and focus on drying your hair from the roots to the ends.

For air drying, gently pat your hair with a microfiber towel or t-shirt to absorb excess water. Avoid rubbing your hair vigorously with a regular towel, as this can cause frizz and disrupt the wave pattern.

When your hair is fully dry, using a styling hold product can help keep your waves in place and add more definition.

You could go back in with your sea salt spray or try a styling compound that provides a longer-lasting hold. Work a small amount of product through your hair, focusing on the mid-lengths and ends where your waves need the most support.

You can also focus some of the product on small sections to make your hair look more piecey.

Our Hybrid Hair is a brilliantly versatile product for this step.

It provides a touchable hold and adds texture to your waves without making them feel stiff or crunchy. The Icelandic Bentonite Clay and Organic British Beeswax in our Hybrid Hair will nourish and protect your locks, leaving them looking healthy and shiny.

The formula is also lightweight, so it won't cause your surfer style to fall flat throughout the day. Many other products can leave your hair feeling heavy and looking greasy, but we've made sure that Hybrid Hair strikes the perfect balance of hold and weightlessness.

We can see the surfer hairstyle sticking around for a while, and it's one we'll be trying out ourselves. With the right product, it's easy to achieve this laid-back and effortlessly cool look.

Follow our steps, use our inspiration, and make sure to grab our hair products to achieve the ultimate surfer style.

We've formulated each of our shower and styling products with great care and attention to detail, using only the best natural and organic ingredients.

Use them to create your perfect surfer hairstyle without the heavy and greasy feeling that other products can leave behind, and incorporate them into your daily grooming routine for easy everyday styling.

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