These are the 5 best haircuts for ballers

Today’s athletes are sources of style inspiration, from tip to toe. That includes hair, of course, as many of the most popular athletes have risen to fame with signature hairstyles. Here are a few noteworthy cuts to take cues from:

The Buzzed Caesar
Characterized by a straight hairline across the tip of the forehead, the Caesar is simple, practical, and ideal for keeping low-key. Players have been especially keen to clean up their buzzcuts, sometimes adding subtle fades and sharp lines. The key to keeping it clean and well-maintained is to have regular visits to your barber.



The Low Fade
For a short hairstyle with a little flare, try going for a lower, more abrupt fade. That means keeping it just under medium length on top, with a sudden fade starting from the middle of your temples. This takes a barber who knows how to shave a tighter gradient without inadvertently giving you a bowl cut, so make sure you bring pictures and explain well.



The Slickback Undercut
It’s simple enough: buzzed sides, long top. The only other consideration you need to make is how to manage the longer side so it doesn’t bounce around. If a headband or loose hair ties don’t work, try a modest amount of water-based pomade. Never use petroleum-based pomades for sports; your sweat will melt the product into a gooey mess.



The Clean, Mean Side-Part
Who says a baller ’do has to look any different from a regular ’do? Don’t fix what isn’t broken and stick to your standard medium-length side-part, which leaves a lot of length up top. Comb everything over to the side and let it sit.



Taper Fade
Try a shorter hairstyle that fades all the way down from the top. Getting a good silhouette of your hair is the key here, so work with your barber to get it right. If you feel like you can pull it off, ask for some tech-shaves as well. 



Regardless of your haircut and how you style it, it’s important to get the fundamentals down pat. That means having a healthy scalp and a head of hair that’s in good shape. That’s a goal you can score with CLEAR Cool Sport Menthol Shampoo. Specially formulated for men, it has anti-dandruff properties that keep you fresh and at the top of your game.

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