【Job Search Hair】Recommended Hairstyles for Job Application ID Photos: Men's Edition

October 26, 2026 October 26, 2026

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Now that your job search has begun, many of you might be thinking, "I don't know what kind of hairstyle I should go with!"

Even if you don't usually style your hair, you'll be fine as long as you keep in mind the key points for looking neat and presentable.

This time, as the very first step of your job hunt, we'll introduce the points men should keep in mind when styling their hair for ID photos!

Cleanliness and Neatness are Essential for Job Search Hair
Bangs are OK!
Upbangs are Recommended for a Fresh Look
Which Hairstyles Should You Avoid?
Summary

Cleanliness and Neatness are Essential for Job Search Hair

For ID photos used in job hunting, it is recommended to ensure there is no major difference in impression compared to when you attend actual interviews. If you take the photo styled similarly to how you would head to a real interview, it prevents gaps in impression from occurring.

The point interviewers pay the most attention to is cleanliness and neatness.

Leaving bedhead as is or having your eyes covered by bangs that are too long is a NO-GO! The key areas are the sides and the nape of the neck. Having the sides short enough to reveal your ears and keeping the nape short will create a clean, presentable impression, so it's highly recommended. If your bangs are long, it's best to either cut them or style them up.

Bangs are OK!

If you choose to leave your bangs down, it's best to keep them at a length where your eyes are clearly visible. Parting them lightly like the man in the image is also a great option.
When styling, avoid flattening them down too tightly; a natural style with a little volume on top will give you a soft and approachable impression.

Upbangs are Recommended for a Fresh Look

If your bangs are long, or if you want to create a sharp and crisp impression, upbangs—where your forehead is clearly shown—are also recommended.

Because your full facial expressions are shown, it easily conveys a bright and cheerful impression, and cleanliness—the most important point—is perfectly maintained as well. For this type of hairstyle, it's important to style it using wax or other products so that your bangs don't fall down. However, be careful not to make it look greasy by using too much hair product.

Since your bangs will be neatly styled up, making your eyebrows visible, it might also be a good idea to trim them slightly if you're concerned about them.

Which Hairstyles Should You Avoid?

Many people attend interviews in suits. Therefore, it's best to avoid hairstyles that are considered not to match well with recruit suits.

Specifically, long hair, blonde hair, and perms. Avoiding these hairstyles will leave you with an ID photo that presents a suitable appearance for any industry.

Summary

This time, we introduced recommended men's hairstyles for job application ID photos. Let's create an ID photo together that you can submit with confidence to any company!