Kids
Kids Wave Cut With Low Taper
- Difficulty
- BEGINNER
- Hair Type
- Short coily hair, brushable
What it is
A short, tidy cut with the wave pattern brushed in across the top and a low taper that closes in neatly around the ears and down the back. The front hairline is lined straight with a light hand, and the sides stay short enough that hair never falls into the eyes. Everything sits close to the head, so hats and hoods go on and come off without wrecking the shape.
Who it suits
A strong pick for school-age kids with coily hair who want something that looks sharp but takes almost no time in the morning. It works for active days, sports, and gym class. Because there is no dramatic fade line, it stays neat as it grows and never hits an awkward stage.
How to ask for it
Ask the barber for a short even cut, roughly a 1.5 on top with a 1 tapered around the ears and the nape. Request a low taper, not a skin fade, and a light line-up at the front hairline. Ask them to keep the corners soft so it grows out evenly.
Upkeep
A soft brush and a little moisturizer after bath time is the whole routine. Every three to four weeks keeps it looking fresh, and it stays presentable well past that.
