Head first

Men's Fitness, May, 2003 by Mike Carlson, Allan Donnelly, Ben Kallen, Bobby Lee, Mark Thorpe, Tom Weede

WHETHER WE LIKE it our not, we lead with our heads. And in this day of reality television, where the average joe is king (at least for 22 weeks), the pressure to look like royalty is felt by all of us. So the next time you enter a room, at least do so with your hair the way you want it.

DEP 10 SPORT ANTI-DANDRUFF AND STYLING GEL.

HAIR-SUIT: Short to medium.

DEVOTEES: Athletes looking for some scalp protection along with a tight coiffure. All day in the park with Fido and not a hair out of place. You can even wear black.

PRICE: $3. Available in markets, drugstores and retail chains everywhere.

REDKEN 5TH AVENUE SMART WAX HOT/COLD TEXTURIZER

HAIR-SUIT: Short to slightly longer than short.

DEVOTEES: Those looking for a multitasking wax. Changes texture and sheen when used with or without a hair dryer. Hard and shiny or soft and matte? Your choice.

PRICE: $14. Available at hair salons nationwide; www.redken.com.

BACK TO BASICS LIQUID STYLING GEL

HAIR-SUIT: Short to medium.

DEVOTEES: Those looking for a slick and slippery gel that goes on like water. Dries fast and holds quick. Go ahead, try some!

PRICE: $10. Available at hair salons nationwide; www.backtobasics.com.

ZIRH HOLD

HAIR-SUIT: Short to medium.

DEVOTEES: Guys who want a solid hold plus the extra-special goodness that comes with sesame and jojoba-seed oil, namely, moisture retention. Jojoba, jojoba!

PRICE: $14.50. Available at hair salons nationwide; www.zirh.com.

AMERICAN CREW THICKENING TEXTURE SPRAY

HAIR-SUIT: Longish to long.

DEVOTEES: Best for our longer-haired brethren looking to add some volume and separation to their wispy locks. The medium hold allows for manipulation and eliminates shine. Dull and thick? Sounds like a Weakest Link contestant.

PRICE: $11. Available at hair salons nationwide; www.americancrew.com.