Faded: How to Give A Fade Haircut

What is a fade haircut?

• A haircut style that is the same length all over

• A haircut style that is only done on the top of the head

• A haircut style that is longer on the sides and shorter on the top

• A tapered haircut style on the sides and back of the head that fades into the skin

Which tool is NOT needed to give a professional fade?

• Razor

• Shampoo

• Comb

• Haircutting clippers

What type of blade is also known as a fade blade?

• Razor blade

• Guard blade

• Surgical blade

• Regular blade

Why is it important to wash the client's hair before starting a fade?

• To make the hair easier to cut

• To remove grease and dirt that can cause lines in the fade

• To make the hair smell good

• To make the hair softer

What is the first step in creating a fade?

• Create a secondary guideline

• Blend the highest part of the fade

• Establish your primary line or guideline

• Remove ghost lines

What is a reverse fade?

• Starting from the bottom and working up

• Starting from the top and working down

• Using only one guard size

• Fading only the back of the head

Which clipper is recommended for coarse hair?

• Wahl

• BaByliss

• Andis Cordless Envy

• Andis Cordless Master

What is a skin-tight fade?

• A fade with a #1.5 guard at the lowest point

• A fade achieved with the lowest clippers or trimmers

• A fade with the longest hair at the shortest point

• A fade with a #1 guard at the lowest point

Which fade style starts around the temples ?

• Temple Fade

• High Fade

• Drop Fade

• Mid Fade

What is the main characteristic of a drop fade?

• It starts at the temples

• It starts between the temples and the ears

• It drops below the occipital bone at the back of the head

• It is only done on the temple area and nape of the neck