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3 most overrated men's haircut trends right now, according to hair experts
When a hairstyle becomes too popular, it often stops being interesting. Yet that’s exactly how men's haircut trends work. A famous footballer debuts a new cut or a bigscreen heartthrob changes his look for a film, and suddenly the same style turns up at the gym, in the office and probably on your next-door neighbour, too.
The problem is that the most requested men's haircut isn’t always the most flattering. Many viral styles demand more maintenance than advertised or suit a far narrower range of hair types than their popularity suggests. We asked hair experts which men’s hairstyles have become overrated in 2026 and the cuts they recommend instead.
The most overrated men's haircut trends right now, according to hair experts
The broccoli cut
This cut may have a ridiculous name, but Gen Z has turned it into one of the defining hairstyles of the past few years. Characterised by heavily faded sides and voluminous curls on top, the style has appeared everywhere from Instagram feeds to red carpets, with AP Dhillon, Siddhant Chaturvedi and BTS' Jungkook among its most recognisable adopters.
“The biggest issue is that the cut often looks virtually identical from one person to the next. It can be difficult to maintain naturally without the right hair texture,” suggests Rajesh Ganger, senior salon director at BBlunt Salon.
While the style can look great on men with naturally thick, curly hair, many copy-and-paste versions overlook the individual features that make it work.
The slicked-back undercut
There was a time when the slicked-back undercut felt genuinely fresh. Sported by everyone from Brad Pitt to Hrithik Roshan, it became the default choice for men looking put-together. Today, it feels firmly stuck in the mid-2010s.
“Many men adopt it because it looks great in photos, but it doesn't suit every face shape or hair type. It can also appear dated when over-styled,” explains Ganger.
The modern interpretations rely on excessive product, ultra-clean disconnects and a rigid finish. The heavily sculpted slick-back can look overly deliberate, especially as men’s grooming trends move towards natural textures.
The skin fade with a textured crop
Few TV characters have influenced barbers more than Thomas Shelby from Peaky Blinders. The skin fade and textured crop became defining hairstyles of the past decade and remain staples in barbershops today.
As Adaha, senior salon director at BBlunt Salon, points out, the style often relies heavily on styling products to achieve that perfectly dishevelled finish.
Despite its reputation as a low-maintenance cut, the fade quickly loses its sharpness and requires frequent upkeep. What many men assume is a simple, wash-and-go style often involves regular barber visits to maintain its intended look.
What hair experts recommend instead
The grown-out curly cut
One of the best-looking options right now is simply to let your natural curls grow out and do the talking. Think Sombr, Aaron Taylor-Johnson or Jeremy Allen White.
“You can maintain curls all over without going very short on the sides and back, keeping a bit more length on top and medium length around the sides and back,” recommends Ganger. “It’s easy to maintain. Apply curl cream throughout, scrunch the hair and dry with a diffuser.”
Unlike fade-heavy cuts, this style grows out gracefully and requires fewer emergency trips to the hair salon. It also creates a more individual look, since no two curl patterns are exactly alike.
The modern mullet
Thanks to style-setters like Austin Butler and Jacob Elordi, the modern mullet has shed much of its ‘80s baggage. Influenced by the wolf cut and contemporary shag styles, the 2026 version is softer, more textured and surprisingly versatile.
According to Adaha, the key lies in creating movement through careful layering and precision cutting. She explains, “These styles work across different hair textures and can be layered to suit different densities, making them highly customisable. A light salt spray or medium-hold styling spray can be used occasionally for added texture.” The modern mullet might not suit everyone, but its adaptability explains why it continues to gain momentum among those looking for something with a little more personality.
Viral cuts may come and go, but a haircut that genuinely suits you will always outlast the latest craze.