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High Skin Fade / Crop Top
High FadeSkin FadeClipper CutTight sides
Skin-tight sides against a full natural top. The contrast is the whole point, and it only stays sharp if you're back in the chair every two or three weeks.
Tell your barber
“I'd like a high skin fade — take the sides down to the skin and bring the fade up high, about two fingers above the ear. Keep a little length on top, maybe an inch and a half, and leave it natural.”
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Styling Paste
ShopDove Men+Care Fortifying Paste
Medium hold, clean finish for short cuts
Matte Clay
ShopAmerican Crew Fiber
Strong hold, matte finish — perfect for textured styles
Clippers
ShopWahl Pro 5 Star Magic Clip
The clipper your barber probably uses — for serious home fades
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Length on top
1.5 inches, natural finish
Sides
High skin fade
Styling tip
A little pomade or wax on top adds definition. Touch the sides up every 2–3 weeks to keep the fade looking sharp.
Touch-up: every 2-3 weeks
