What is the difference between a fade and a taper?

A taper gradually reduces hair length around the neckline and sideburns while keeping the rest of the sides longer. A fade blends the hair much shorter — often down to the skin — and travels higher up the head. Every fade is technically a taper, but most tapers are not fades.

How often should I get a fade re-cut?

Fades look their sharpest for about two weeks. To keep the blend clean, book a re-cut every 2–3 weeks. Wait longer and the guard lines will grow out and blur.

Which fade suits my face shape?

Round faces sharpen up with a high or high-drop fade. Oval faces can pull off almost anything. Square faces look best with a mid or low fade that keeps the jawline balanced. Long faces should keep length on top and stick to a low fade so the head does not read even longer.

Fade Haircuts · 155 guides

Fade Haircuts

The fade is the single most versatile cut in modern men's hair. It cleans up the sides, showcases whatever length you keep on top, and works with almost every face shape and hair texture. Below is our full library of fade variations — including the exact terminology to hand your barber so you leave with the cut you actually wanted.

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