The transition creates a shadow-like effect that blends seamlessly into your curly top.
A barber will keep your curls longer on top while carefully fading the sides to prevent bulk. This cut works well for both tight and loose curl patterns.
5: Temple Fade with Curls
A temple fade keeps your curls on top while creating clean lines around your temples. Your barber will fade the hair from skin level near your temples up into your natural curls.
This cut works great with short or medium-length curly hair. You can style the top loose and natural or defined with curl-enhancing products.
The crisp fade along your temples adds a modern edge to your curly texture. Ask your barber to blend the fade smoothly into your beard if you have facial hair.
6: Low Fade with Curly Fringe
A low fade with curly fringe creates a fresh look that balances neat sides with natural texture on top. Your curls sit perfectly at the front while the fade keeps the sides clean.
The gradual fade starts near your ears and temples, blending smoothly into your curly fringe.
You can style the fringe with light pomade to control frizz and add definition.
7: High Fade with Curly Quiff
The high fade with curly quiff combines short, faded sides with natural curls on top. Your curls create extra volume and texture in the quiff area.
You’ll need medium to thick curly hair to achieve this style. Ask your barber for a sharp fade starting high on the sides while keeping length on top to style the quiff.
Use a light styling product to enhance your curls and keep the quiff in place. This cut works great for both casual and formal settings.
8: Skin Fade with Curly Pompadour
Mix modern edge with classic style by combining a skin fade and curly pompadour. Start with short sides that fade smoothly into bare skin.
Keep your curls longer on top and brush them up and back to create height. You can use light styling products to help shape your curls without weighing them down.
9: Curly Undercut Fade
The curly undercut fade keeps your natural curls on top while the sides and back are cut very short. Your curls create a bold contrast against the faded sides.
You’ll need regular trims every 3-4 weeks to maintain the clean lines of this style. Ask your barber for a short fade on the sides while leaving your curls longer on top.
