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High Top

High top fade: tightly coiled hair shaped into a tall, flat-topped block on top, with skin-faded sides and a crisp line-up at the hairline.

  • Length: Medium
  • Vibe: Bold
  • Hair types: coily (afro-textured)
  • Needs on top: about 6 cm (2.4 in)
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What to tell your barber

In English

  1. Sides and back: skin fade, #0 blending to #1.
  2. Top: shape into a tall block with a flat top; level it with clippers over a comb.
  3. Line-up: sharp edge-up at the hairline and temples.
  4. Before cutting: pick the hair out evenly.

हिंदी में (in Hindi)

  1. साइड और पीछे: स्किन फेड, #0 से #1 तक ब्लेंड।
  2. ऊपर: ऊँचा ब्लॉक शेप जिसका ऊपरी हिस्सा सपाट हो; कंघी पर मशीन चलाकर बराबर करें।
  3. लाइन-अप: हेयरलाइन और कनपटी पर तीखा किनारा।
  4. काटने से पहले: पिक से बालों को बराबर फुलाएँ।

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Frequently asked questions

What is a high top?

High top fade: tightly coiled hair shaped into a tall, flat-topped block on top, with skin-faded sides and a crisp line-up at the hairline.

How do I ask my barber for a high top?

Sides and back: skin fade, #0 blending to #1. Top: shape into a tall block with a flat top; level it with clippers over a comb. Line-up: sharp edge-up at the hairline and temples. Before cutting: pick the hair out evenly.

How do I ask for a high top in Hindi?

साइड और पीछे: स्किन फेड, #0 से #1 तक ब्लेंड। ऊपर: ऊँचा ब्लॉक शेप जिसका ऊपरी हिस्सा सपाट हो; कंघी पर मशीन चलाकर बराबर करें। लाइन-अप: हेयरलाइन और कनपटी पर तीखा किनारा। काटने से पहले: पिक से बालों को बराबर फुलाएँ।

Will a high top suit my hair?

It works best on coily hair. You need about 6 cm (2.4 inches) of hair on top for the barber to cut it. The quickest way to know is to preview a high top on your own photo before the cut.

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