18 Slicked-Back Hairstyles to Mix Up Your Everyday Look

If you don’t know where to begin, achieving the perfect slicked-back hairstyle can be tricky. Good thing we know celebrity hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons, who has created the viral slicked-back hair looks seen on Kim and Khloé Kardashian, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Megan Fox, and more. Fitzsimons, who boasts an eponymous hair-care collection and a new collaboration with Bellami, shared with us his favorite tips and tricks for styling the perfect slicked-back look.

Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy workout hairstyle or a greasy hairstyle you can pull off with three-day-old hair, we have just the thing.

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Andrew Fitzsimons is a celebrity hairstylist for stars like Jennifer Lopez, Megan Fox, and Khloé Kardashian, and is the founder of hair-care brand Andrew Fitzsimons Hair.

First, begin with slightly damp hair, then apply two to three pumps of leave-in conditioner or hair gel to your hands. “Lather the product between your hands and apply it section by section, starting from the roots,” Fitzsimons says. “Work it through with a fine-tooth comb to distribute it evenly and get that smooth, polished look. Lock it in with hair spray once you achieve your desired look.”

You may want to invest in a fine-tooth comb, which will work wonders in crafting the sleekest of hairdos. “It’s helpful to use in the beginning stages of pulling your hair back,” says Fitzsimons. “A hair dryer isn’t a must, but using a nozzle is a great way to direct the hair while setting the shape. Once you’ve done this, use a boar-bristle brush to lay down the extra bumps and flyaways to create the perfect slick.”

Now that you know how to create a super-sleek updo with Fitzsimons’s helpful tips, allow us to highlight 18 of the trendiest slicked-back hairstyles ahead.