Ahead, our top 40 picks, along with pro tips from stylists Michelle Sultan and Marilisa Sears.
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Keep scrolling for 43 curly mohawk styles to inspire you.
To get those clean-cut lines, section hair using a rat tail comb.
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Then finish the look by simply gathering into a topknot, middle knot, and back knot.
Not only does it pay homage to the mohawk but it also shapes her facial features perfectly.
Textured Puffs
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Styled edges with textured puffs pulled back into a mohawk?
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“I love the idea of working ponies into a mohawk style,” says Sultan.
“Using your wash-and-go curly regime is perfect for this no matteryour curl jot down.
Sleek Twisted Mohawk
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Ryan Michelle Bathe’s Emmy Awards hair is a mood.
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No matter the special occasion, this timeless mohawk style remains canon.
Just check that to invest in a strong-hold gel when slicking back sides (bye-bye, flyaways).
This will make it easier to style and create a more balanced aesthetic.
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Don’t forget to throw in a bejeweled accessory to really glam it up.
Sears instructs, “On one side pull hair back and up towards the crown.
Pin in place and then fuss the curls over the bobby pins to get your desired shape.”
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Although he could have slick-backed sides, he opted forcornrowsinstead.
The effect is a beautiful hybrid creation where creative braiding meets twisted fauxhawk.
Textured Fauxhawk
No matter your hair texture, switching it up is always an option.
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Danai’s voluminous mohawk does just that while alsoflattering a rounder face.
The added height of her ‘do naturally draws the eyes upward, thereby lengthening the face.
As for those baby hairs?
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To get the sleek look of Ashley Blaine Featherson’s style, you’ll likely need asilk press.
It’s also a simple way to try something new or stretch out your next wash dayjust saying.
Pair with sparkly green eyeshadow and pin-drop earrings forrock-chicperfection.
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Triangle Part Frohawk
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Signature parting can make any hairstyle stand out.
And as long as you’ve got arat-tail comb on hand, your parts will be flawless.
Comb the sides of hair back with aByrdie-approved detangling brush.
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And don’t skimp on hairspray to keep your coils in place.
With ablowout, bobby pins, and gold string, you’ll have recreated this head-turning look in minutes.
To keep your mane moisturized, spray with a good dose of deep conditioner.
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Silk Press Fauxhawk
Silk-pressed hair can get oily after a few days.
Bleaching tips will add dimension while a curling gel will elongate ends.
When buzzing sides, consider incorporating a design to keep your look fresh.
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And if you want to show off your bone structure, it’s a must-try.
Remember to apply a curl cream to keep your curls in check.
Specifically, “This twist-out mohawk is done by setting the hair before with atwist-out.
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She instructs, “When hair is set and completely dry (this will make or break the style!
Stretch your creativity with serpentine side braids and a colored hair wax for something a little different.
If your hair is on the drier side, add a foam leave-in to wake up your curls.
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Two-Toned
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A two-toned, frohawk?
Where do we sign up?
Once 90% dry, apply a curl serum andfinish drying with a diffuser.
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This will help to fluff the hair or refresh it if not starting from scratch.
This cropped ‘doapart from being super stylishwill allow you tocut down on styling and drying time.
And when shopping forthe perfect hair color for your skin tone, don’t count outhighly underrated purple.
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Not ready to commit to buzzed sides?
Then simply slick hair back with curl gel instead.
Post-wash, apply a small amount of a curl defining creme.
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Stacked Vertical Buns
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One bun?
No thanks, we’ll take three.
By stacking buns you create natural volume and lend shape to your fauxhawk.
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“To start, divide the hair into three sections,” says Sultan.
“Work a small amount of a cream-gel hybrid into hair to smooth and give the base hold.
This twisted, curly frohawk is another example of how creativity can make any hair length fun to style.
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The pomade-like wax adds color to natural hair textures without the damage of bleaching or coloring your hair.
It proves that short hair can be versatile and its styles are a cinch to recreate.
Work a small amount of hair pomade to gives curls hydration and height.
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Super Curly Fauxhawk
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Ready to make a bold change?
Channel your inner rockstar, take inspiration from Samira Wiley and shave the sides for a real mohawk moment.
Keep the hair long in the middle for more versatility.
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The sparkly smoky eye + the dark purple lip really take the look to the next level.
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