19 Trendy Faux Hawk Fade Hairstyles for Men in 2025

Cindy Marcus
Cindy Marcus Hairstylist, Editor-in-Chief

A faux hawk fade is a specific style of fade that enhances a faux hawk hairstyle by providing contrast and definition to the overall appearance. It’s a well-known technique employed by barbers to elevate a stylish faux hawk into a polished and tidy look!

The choice of fading style is yours – whether you prefer a long or short fade, tapered, skin, or burst – along with the length of your top hair. Typically, gel, wax, clay, or mousse are utilized to shape your hair into a faux hawk.

Popularized by high-profile figures like Zayn Malik, Zac Efron, and Channing Tatum, this fade offers a more appealing outcome. It’s a more understated yet still fashionable hairstyle that suits both the workplace and a night out!

Before your next haircut, take a look at these popular images of the faux hawk fade!

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#1: Stylish Faux Hawk Drop Fade

This stylish faux-hawk drop-fade haircut is distinctive; you won’t see many individuals sporting it. At the same time, it’s currently fashionable, featuring a low-grade fade and a textured top.

#2: Faux Hawk Fade Featuring a Beard

This hairstyle embodies the rugged look Thor, the superhero from Marvel films, could have sported. What stands out most about this style is the strategic hair placement on top and the impeccably sharp lines that complete the look.

Curly Faux Hawk with a Stylish Fade
Instagram @jose.crespo_

#3: Curly Faux Hawk with a Stylish Fade

Showcase your curls with a chic faux hawk that keeps everything tidy.

Faux Hawk Fade with Sharp Edges and Beard Fade for Men
Instagram @bk_barber_

#4: Faux Hawk with Sharp Edges and Beard Fade

The faux hawk hairstyle matches the shape of the head. The hairstylist has lined it at the edges to blend it with the beard, and blended the haircut heavily at the temple line. This gave the haircut its shape in the fade. Then, they cut texture into the top part. I recommend using matte products such as paste or powder. If possible, avoid using glossy products like pomade.

Faux Hawk Fade with Artistic Design
Instagram @kutzbyoc

#5: Faux Hawk Fade with Artistic Design

With a spiky hair artistry, this faux hawk haircut is truly remarkable! Maintaining a voluminous top adds a stylish flair. This is the kind of frohawk that men with distinctive preferences would adore.

Extended Length on Faded Faux Hawk
Instagram @mikeyyyyyyy_

#6: Extended Length on Faded Faux Hawk

You might just find yourself inducted into the rock and roll Hall of Fame with this stylish faux hawk fade haircut!

The Chic Faux Hawk
Instagram @mikey_teeze

#7: The Chic Faux Hawk

This haircut is understated yet maintains a striking appeal. You can never go wrong with a v-taper hairstyle and a textured finish.

#8: Faux Hawk with Skin Fade

The pompadour faux fade is perfect for guys who can spare an extra 5 to 10 minutes to style their hair in the morning. Just enough time to create the perfect amount of volume. Opt for a matte finish for this type of look.

Faux Hawk with Taper Fade
Instagram @dree_hellsing

#9: Faux Hawk with Taper Fade

Fringing ends on a taper fade faux hawk contributes to a beautiful textured effect throughout the style. With this faux hawk, the gradual blend into the fade ensures a very smooth transition.

Faux Hawk Pompadour with Tapered Fade
Instagram @ali_bar.ber

#10: Faux Hawk Pompadour with Tapered Fade

This stylish faux hawk is a distinctive blend of various haircuts merged into one – a mohawk, shadow fade, and a classic pompadour.

Stylish Faux Hawk Fade with Spikes for Guys
Instagram @osman.karaev

#11: Stylish Faux Hawk Fade with Spikes

This spiky, faux hawk fade is adaptable because it can be styled in several ways. Either spike it up for an edgy vibe or wear it down and messy for a polished look. This haircut works best if you have thicker, fuller hair.

Men's Faux Hawk with Beard Fade and Surgical Line Detail
Instagram @restgar_kakaie

#12: Faux Hawk with Beard Fade and Surgical Line Detail

The stylish men’s faux hawk hairstyle is modern and trendy. It combines a classic faux hawk with a bold line design and a fade. This look also features a beard fade. The haircut showcases a long, textured top styled upwards to create the iconic shape. Meanwhile, the sides and back are cut short through tapering or fading. This style ensures the hair blends smoothly into the beard through a fade, offering an edgy yet cohesive appearance. For added flair, you can include a surgical line- a clean, straight line shaved into the hair. This distinctive feature makes the style truly pop.

#13: Faux Hawk with High Fade

Maintaining a broader faux hawk style can enhance the face and give it a more square appearance. Experiment with that effect to create a flattering look for yourself. This short fohawk fade pairs beautifully with a full beard for a balanced aesthetic.

Faux Hawk with Subtle Low Fade
Instagram @diegomarcsant

#14: Faux Hawk with Subtle Low Fade

Combine two hair trends and create a stylish faded faux hawk! It seems I was ready for a change from the military fade, classic fade cut, etc. I appreciate the way it molds to the shape of the head, the sharp lines, and the V-shape at the back. The extended top gives you the option to experiment with pomade or even slick it back with gel for a polished look. Embrace the messy hair, bedhead vibe—wear it however you choose!

Faux Hawk Fade with a Full Beard and Mustache
Instagram @nicks.cutz

#15: Faux Hawk Accompanied by a Full Beard and Mustache

Everyone can express their personal style with a faux hawk along with a full beard and mustache. This look is ideal for a neat haircut. A textured crop feature at the top combined with a drop skin fade on the sides creates an impression of a soft fauxhawk. This style seamlessly integrates with any facial hair for a polished yet daring appearance. Discuss point cutting and texturizing the longer sections with your stylist. This will simplify styling and eliminate excess bulk. Use matte clay, such as Hans De Fuko’s Claymation, for a spiky texture. Apply it to either damp or dry hair.

Burst Fade with Faux Hawk Style
Instagram @hamid.sobhi

#16: Burst Fade with Faux Hawk Style

This style features the burst fade, and I love how significant the fade is and how it seamlessly blends into the darker and longer strands on top. This fohawk fade look works wonderfully with any hair texture from straight to extremely curly. For the look, I blow-dried the hair to be straighter. I applied some textured powder to add volume and a bit of messiness. Then, I used a textured paste to maintain the overall shape and style.

Curly Faux Hawk Featuring Curly Bangs for Guys
Instagram @ali_bar.ber

#17: Curly Faux Hawk Featuring Curly Bangs

There are numerous benefits to styling a curly faux hawk with curly bangs. You can scrunch your hair for a shorter appearance or elongate sections of your hair for an entirely fresh look.

Faux Hawk with Fade
Instagram @igrik.cut

#18: Faded Undercut Faux Hawk Haircut

Highlighting a stylish fade with an undercut serves as a bold statement for all faux hawk enthusiasts. The distinction from the top to the sides, seamlessly blending with the beard, adds a sophisticated flair. Men with dense hair will certainly appreciate this faux hawk men’s undercut haircut.

The Faux Hawk Fade Hairstyle for Black Men
Instagram @zackblendz

#19: The Faux Hawk Fade Hairstyle for Black Men

This style is complete, from the voluminous faux-hawk fade to the sleek fade and stylish edges. The beard also plays a key role in tying this elegant look together for black men.