11 Modern Ways to Wear Kimpy Hair

The quintessential ‘90s heartthrob hair is back. A quick glance at the trending styles of this generation’s pop stars, matinee idols, and crush ng bayan shows us that kimpy hair still hasn’t lost its edge. 

It was popularized in the ’90s by teen idols like Keempee de Leon (yup, that’s where the nickname kimpy comes from!). The retro Filipino hairstyle is defined by short sides, longer hair on top, and feathered or flipped bangs parted down the middle or to the side. It gives off that effortlessly cool, boy-next-door vibe.

Ready to try it yourself? Here are updated ways to wear the katsupoy haircut, from the most daring and OTT to good boy styles to the most badass.

Get the look: This look is best worn to express your sense of style and individuality. It’s a sharp, platinum blond that screams cool confidence. Get an all-over bleach and part your hair in the middle, with the bangs slightly tousled. Keep your hair texture light and fluffy for an effortless vibe.

Get the look: An all-over bleached blond with black roots is a grown-out look, but on purpose. Try it on a sharp haircut, angularly shaved upwards at the back, and the bangs longer in front.

Get the look: Dare to try a standout look? Go for a two-block cut in a bold violet hue that’s equal parts playful and punk. It’s a style that says “My hair, my rules” – just make sure HR or your school's cool with it.

Get the look: A nod to the ‘90s look but with a twist, this style is slightly parted to the side (instead of the middle) to get longer bangs swept on the other side.

Get the look: It’s a chillax, easygoing style. Blow-dry your kimpy haircut and part in the middle. Run your fingers through your hair for a slight tousle and add volume and lift at the roots.

Get the look: An homage to the matinee idols of yesteryears, the katsupoy haircut of the ‘90s was the thing. Pinoy actors who graced notebook covers had this look: middle part, soft layers, and fluffed up at the top.

Get the look: It’s a sleek look in a schoolboy cut, styled minimally to keep it clean and classy. Whether you wear it on office days or date nights, you can’t go wrong with this dapper look.

Get the look: Surprise your girl with K-drama heartthrob hair like this. Part your hair in the middle, then use a styling cream or gel with a light hold to tousle your strands into loose, wet waves. You’ll look just like a Korean romcom leading man!

Get the look: This look stays the closest to the OG katsupoy style from its peak era: A two-block cut, parted in the middle, with minimal styling. Google “men’s ’90s hairstyles Philippines” to see for yourself. The quintessential kimpy cut had that effortless, boy-next-door vibe that’s totally crush-worthy.

Get the look: Look like a model with “I woke up like this” hair. This style and cut work best if you have naturally wavy locks. Let the flowy layers loose, finger-comb them, and that’s it.

Get the look: It’s the katsupoy haircut, bad boy-style. Make it textured, matte, and a little undone. That’s how you roll.

Whichever style you choose, keep your hair clean, fresh, and dandruff-free with a hardworking shampoo. Use CLEAR Cool Sport Menthol Anti-Dandruff Shampoo to help eliminate all traces of grime, grease, and dandruff from your hair and scalp. Or try Dove Men+Care Body, Face & Hair Wash Clean Comfort for nourished and strengthened hair. Plus, it leaves a fresh, masculine scent of herbs, marine, and fougère.

Because no matter the look, nothing kills a good hairstyle faster than dandruff. Keep it clean, stay sharp, and let your stylish kimpy hair do the talking.