Kids
Spiky Crop With Low Skin Fade
- Difficulty
- INTERMEDIATE
- Hair Type
- Fine to medium straight hair
What it is
Fine straight hair cut short through the sides into a low skin fade that clears the ear, with the top left about an inch and heavily point-cut so it separates into spikes. The fringe sits blunt and forward at the hairline rather than being swept back. The weight line above the ear is soft, so the top reads textured and messy on purpose instead of helmet-flat.
Who it suits
Made for straight or slightly wavy hair with enough density to stand up. Good for an active kid who does not want hair in the eyes and will not sit still for styling. Suits a longer head shape because the height on top is modest and the fade keeps the sides tight without exposing much scalp.
How to ask for it
Ask for a low skin fade starting just above the ear, bald at the bottom, blended up through a 1 and 2 into scissor work on top. Leave the top around an inch, point-cut for separation, and keep the fringe blunt at the front rather than tapered.
Upkeep
A pea of matte clay worked through dry hair with the fingers is all it needs. Rebook every three weeks to keep the fade from creeping; the top can stretch a little longer.
