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If you've ever aspired to wield Mjölnir like Chris Hemsworth in the Thor movies, having the right hairstyle will enhance your overall appearance. Throughout the movies, Thor's hair underwent various transformations. Whether you prefer long locks or the iconic Thor buzz cut, mastering his hairstyle is straightforward if you follow the right steps.
Step-by-Step Guide
Achieving Thor's Shoulder-Length Look
Grow out your hair if it's currently short. To achieve Thor's shoulder-length hairstyle, you'll need to exercise patience and allow your hair to grow longer. Let it grow until it's long enough to tie back into a ponytail and reaches approximately shoulder length.
- You should be able to tuck your sideburns behind your ears.
- Taking daily vitamin supplements and staying hydrated can promote hair growth.
Start with shampooing your hair. Take a small amount of shampoo in your palm and massage it into your scalp. Work the shampoo into a lather by agitating your hair for about 2-3 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with hot or warm water until the shampoo is completely washed out.
Condition your hair for added softness. Conditioning helps soften your hair and makes it more manageable. Apply a small amount of conditioner to wet hair, ensuring even coverage. Let it sit for up to 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water.
Apply hair gel or wax for styling. Choose a matte-finish hair product like pomade, gel, or wax to mimic Thor's hairstyle. Rub a small amount of product between your palms.
Distribute the product evenly through your hair. Work the gel or wax from the back to the front of your hair, ensuring thorough coverage. This will help set your hair and add volume.
Comb your wet hair back.
Use a comb to smooth out knots and comb your hair back, tucking your sideburns behind your ears.
Create a slightly off-center part using a comb. Thor's part is angled, so use the comb's tip to create a part just off center towards the left of your head. Comb your hair to each side to define the part.
Use a blow dryer on low heat and medium speed. Blow drying helps set your part. Run your fingers through your hair while blow drying to maintain the part's shape. The product will help hold the part in place.
Allow your hair to air dry. Stop blow drying when mostly dry and let the rest air dry. Your hair should resemble Thor's shoulder-length style.
Creating Thor's Look from 'Thor: The Dark World'
Grow your hair long. To achieve Thor's braid, grow your hair past shoulder length, ensuring it's at least 2 inches beyond your shoulders.
- This style gained popularity in the movie 'Thor: The Dark World.'
Create a low ponytail with the top section of your hair. Gather the hair above your ears and form a ponytail at the back of your head. Hold the ponytail with one hand.
Tie the ponytail with a hair elastic. Use a hair tie to secure the ponytail close to your head. You can also use a piece of string to keep it in place.
- Tying a second hair tie a few inches down adds to the Thor-like appearance.
Secure the ponytail with another hair tie. Place a second hair tie a couple of inches below the first one to enhance the ponytail's resemblance to Thor's hair.
Create a small braid on the side of your head. Take a small section of hair from the side and divide it into three parts. Use these parts to create a small braid.
Braid the three strands together. Cross the left strand over the center, then the right over the center, until the braid is complete. Secure the end with an elastic band or string.
Achieving a Short Thor-Inspired Hairstyle
Trim the sides and back of your hair with electric clippers. Wet your hair and use a 3 1/2 guard on the clippers. Trim the sides and back while leaving the top untouched.
Cut the top of your hair with scissors. Clip the top to about an inch and a half in length. You may need assistance for this step.
Create two lines above your ears with electric clippers. Use reference images from 'Thor Ragnarok' for accuracy. Make two lines at a 30-degree angle without using a guard for sharp lines.
- Ensure the lines are crisp and straight for authenticity.
Add another line at the back of your head. Refer to a photo of Thor and create an angled line just below the crown of your head to complete the Thor-inspired look.
Style your hair with gel for a spiky look. Apply hairspray to wet hair or use gel/wax to create spikes and lift your bangs. This will give you a hairstyle resembling Thor's shorter haircut.
Tips for Achieving the Look
Essential Items
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Hair gel, wax, or spray
- Comb
- Blow-dryer
- Elastic hair bands
- Electric clippers
- Scissors
