Which game is the SetHeadHairStyle from?

The SetHeadHairStyle is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.

What arguments does the SetHeadHairStyle command take?

The SetHeadHairStyle command takes one argument: hair id type: hair id. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.

When was the SetHeadHairStyle data last updated?

The SetHeadHairStyle entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.

Can I run the SetHeadHairStyle command over RCON?

Yes. Send cheat SetHeadHairStyle through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.

What is the syntax for the SetHeadHairStyle command?

The syntax is cheat SetHeadHairStyle . Open the admin console, paste it, replace any with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

How do I enable admin commands to run SetHeadHairStyle?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats first, then run cheat SetHeadHairStyle . Without admin access the console rejects it.

ARK · COMMAND

SetHeadHairStyle

Command

Sets your character's hairstyle to one of eight preset styles, from Default to Viking braids.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat SetHeadHairStyle <Hair ID>

Arguments

hair id type: hair id: The ID of the hairstyle you wish to have, types: * 0 - Default * 1 - Mohawk * 2 - Afro * 3 - Romantic * 4 - Dreadlocks * 5 - Ponytail * 6 - Braids * 7 - Viking

About

SetHeadHairStyle changes your player character's hair appearance. Enter the command with a hair ID number (0, 7) to apply that style immediately. The available styles are Default, Mohawk, Afro, Romantic, Dreadlocks, Ponytail, Braids, and Viking.

This is a cheat command and requires admin privileges or a console with cheats enabled. It affects only your own character when run from your console; to change another player's hair, use the in-game character customization menu or ask them to run the command themselves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game is the SetHeadHairStyle from?: The SetHeadHairStyle is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
What arguments does the SetHeadHairStyle command take?: The SetHeadHairStyle command takes one argument: hair id type: hair id. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.
What is the SetHeadHairStyle?: Sets your character's hairstyle to one of eight preset styles, from Default to Viking braids.
When was the SetHeadHairStyle data last updated?: The SetHeadHairStyle entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.
Can I run the SetHeadHairStyle command over RCON?: Yes. Send cheat SetHeadHairStyle <Hair ID> through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.
What is the SetHeadHairStyle used for?: SetHeadHairStyle changes your player character's hair appearance. Enter the command with a hair ID number (0, 7) to apply that style immediately. The available styles are Default, Mohawk, Afro, Romantic, Dreadlocks, Ponytail, Braids, and Viking.
What is the syntax for the SetHeadHairStyle command?: The syntax is cheat SetHeadHairStyle <Hair ID>. Open the admin console, paste it, replace any <placeholders> with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.
How do I enable admin commands to run SetHeadHairStyle?: In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats <AdminPassword> first, then run cheat SetHeadHairStyle <Hair ID>. Without admin access the console rejects it.