How To Do A Fade Haircut At Home The Easy Way!
- Posted on 13 December, 2016
- Hair Knowledge
- By Anonymous
How to do a fade at home step by step the easy, fool-proof way. I'll give you all the information you need to cut hair at home like a pro. This is the easiest way that I have found to fade my son's hair at home with great results.
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Make sure to condition the hair after cutting to keep it healthy and shiny.
Thanks for watching!
The first thing you want to do is detangle the hair. If you have a hard time getting the comb through just spritz it with a little bit of water to make it easier. You don't want to skip this step, because, if you do, the Clippers will snag up the hair, making the process painful. Once you have your Clippers cleaned and oiled you're ready to get started, I'm using the andis envy adjustable Clippers. The first thing you want to do is take the lever on the side of your Clippers and push it all the way back, so that the teeth are at the lowest position. This way, you can get the closest possible cut for this first section. This haircut is all about creating layers for this first layer. You want to go all the way around the head in a u-shape, creating a line that slopes downward in the back. This line doesn't have to be perfectly straight, but it is the base for your haircut and all the other layers will follow this one. So try to keep it as neat as possible. Remember it's important to go over each section thoroughly to make sure that the hair is all cut to the same length, keep in mind that hair grows in different directions. So just because it looks like it's all, growing downward doesn't mean it actually is. You may have to go over some parts horizontally and vertically to make sure you get a uniform cut just take your time and keep going over the section until all the hair is cut to the same length. Now that we finished the first layer use the lever on your Clippers to adjust the teeth up or forward. This will make sure that the second layer is just a little longer than the first for the second layer. You want to cut about an inch and a half above the first layer, following the original line that you made and again you want to go all the way around the head in a u-shape sloping downward in the back. You can see that I'm flicking my wrists when I remove the Clippers from the head, while creating your layers. If you slide the Clippers exactly to where you want them to go and then flick them away, instead of just lifting them, it'll ensure that you don't cut off more than you mean to now attach your number-one guard, with the teeth. Still in the forward position, then go all the way around the head in a u-shape to create your third layer. The size of the third layer will depend on how much hair you want to leave on the crown, since I want his hair to be cut low everywhere, except the crown I'm going to extend the third layer all the way up to it. But if you want to leave more hair on the crown, you can make your layer smaller. At this point, you need to choose which guard you're going to use for the crown of the head, because I, like his hair, pretty short on top I'm using a number-two guard, with the teeth still in the forward position. If you're not sure how long you want the hair on top to be start with the bigger guard like a number three or number four and then work your way down until you get the length you want now it's time to blend your first and second layers, Because the teeth were pushed all the way back on the first layer and all the way forward on the second layer, you need to go right in between to blend them, so use the lever on the Clippers to adjust the teeth to the midway point between all The way forward and all the way back and use that setting to blend those two layers together. This is going to take a little time and effort, but just keep going over that line until you're able to blend it out. Now, I'm switching back to my number one guard, since I made the second layer with no guard and the teet in the forward position and the third layer with the number one guard in the teeth in the forward position, I'm going to blend those two layers together Using a number one guard and the teeth in the back position, because that's the midway point between those two settings, then I'm going to use those same settings to blend downward just to make sure that everything is meshing well together, don't be afraid to keep going over. Your lines to make sure they're blending you will be able to tell if they're not blended properly, I'm going to go over that front section one more time with the number two guard just to make sure there's no overhang using a fine-tooth comb. I'M going to speak all those hairs forward so that I can get started on the shape up. I start directly in the middle of the hairline and then move to the sides from there. If you're going to freehand this, it helps to step back every now and then just to get some perspective. If you want a foolproof way to do the shape up, just use a cosmetic pencil to draw the line first, and then you can just cut directly on that line so that you won't mess it up when you get to this part, use the edge of the Clipper to go around that curve, don't try to lay the whole clip or down otherwise you'll get a sharp straight line instead of a curved line now clean up the back the sides and around the ears and you're done
Comments
LifeWithTheJordans Vlogs: @Danielle lashawn do me a favor and look me up on Fb “Antoine jordan” my profile pic is me with a brinks uniform on..Because of this video right here I started teaching teaching myself in feb,2019 that’s a year and two months in the game go through my pics and you’ll see how far I’ve came!! Starting barber school once this virus clear up
Red Wine: This Coronavirus got me having to learn to cut my son’s hair This video too advanced for me though-front teeth, back teeth, #1 guard, etc LAWD Great job mama
Kim Tone: BEST vid out here on fading at home!!! I have watched several and they were soOOOOOO complicated. You got right to the point and I am going to follow this exactly and will let you know how I did. My significant other said that I better learn how to cut him and I found the perfect instruction. Great explanations! Thanks MoM :) God bless
Henry Simmons: I am not going to lie, as a Dad that cuts his son's hair, this is a good video that goes over the basics of blending with simple steps. Good job.
Brittany J: Finally a good step by step video! I now feel confident enough to make an attempt with my son!
K P: Just did my first two fades on my sons following your steps. Came out great. Thanks
Jayci Langehennig: Years ago I had my license to cut hair but I stopped cutting mens hair. Thank you for being so detailed and organized with explaining a fade. You did a nice job. And your son is handsome! My little boy's hair looks great because of you! ❤
Shanese Hamilton: Thanks for this video! I always cut my sons hair but was afraid to do anything outside of just cutting it off to keep it managed but today after watching I was able to do it and everybody loves his hair everyone is saying it looks like he just stepped out the barber shop my son can’t stop staring at himself haha you’re amazing!
Stacy Jenkins: Thank you for making this video. I watched about 30 vids from professional barbers and this is the video I keep coming back to when I get nervous right before cutting my husbands quarantine hair. Nice to hear simple instructions from a lady who knows what she’s doing :)
Catherine Lissone: Thank you for this! Very detailed and easy to follow and understand! With all the shops closed right now, I have my sons hair and husbands hair to cut. I shave my own head, but I do #2 all around, so I've never had to learn to fade. Thank you! Your a life saver!
Ms. Charlotte: What an awesome video! Going to cut/fade my son's hair today. Thanks for explaining process so well!
mikosvalentinexo: Thank you so much for this very helpful video!! I have watched so many and yours is the most detailed and easy to follow instructions I have seen. I am finally feeling confident enough after watching your video to cut my son’s hair. Thanks again!!
Kira Bibbs: Great tutorial!! I used it yesterday cutting my husband’s hair and it came out preeeeetty good. I think we were both impressed lol.
Curry*Spice: OMG!!! Where have you been all of my life? I could have saved so much money by cutting my boys hair at home...but I'm gonna start now!! Your instructions are easy to understand....I will buy the clippers you used in the video today!! Thanks so much!!
Beautiful Byrd: I am so glad I found your video!!! I didn't know what I was going to do about my son's haircuts during this time of social distancing, then I found your video. Thank you for the simple step by step process and the explanation along the way. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I was able to fade my son's hair and say goodbye to the barbershop.
Jennifer JenJen James: Great and simple tutorial. I just cut my son's hair using this. Thank for sharing!
i_overstand510: Great video .Simple and straight to the point. I'm pretty good at cutting hair but ive never attempted a fade .I Watched this video and tried it on my son and it came out good ! Thank you .
Catching fades! Clash royal: Thank you for this video, I've been cutting mine and my two sons hair forever. I believe that you've taught me how to get past my main issues when it comes to haircuts. Thank you very much, and little man shape looks tight!!
Calvin Harrison: Lady you're blessed!!! I love your ingenuity. And I've been watching these instruction videos on cutting hair for over 5 years on youtube and none of the gentlemen's tutorials explain the process as clearly as you do. All they do is confuse people!! Your instructions are spot on and clear and you've got some awesome techniques!!!
Bri •The Brown-Skinned Goddess•: Thank you so much! I just tried this on my little brother! It was a success!
Lyndsey Gayle: Just cut my 6yo son’s hair after watching this- thanks for such a clear video, I need some practice but it doesn’t look too bad at all!
Shonda W: From one mom to another - thanks so much and especially for explaining it how you did.
K P: Cut both my boys hair following your steps and it came out great. Thanks !
BrandonAriel Williams: I'm tryna use this to cut my own hair lol. Great instructions!! You were so clear and direct
L M: My son has about the same hair texture as this and I am a mom who has wanted to be able to do this since he started getting haircuts. This is the best video I've found so far. Thank you!
Siretha Buggs: This was a great tutorial, detailed and informative.
Sharolyn Shealey: Thank you so much! I finally got my son’s hair the way I wanted it!
2sided Twin: Thank you so much, my son needs a cut n its his first one. You made it look so simple and easy. Thanks
A R: I’ve watched so many male barbers do this tutorial and no one has explained it as good as you!! Thank you!
Aeria Muchirahondo: Finally, someone explained this in layman’s terms!! Corona got me here trying to fine tune my cutting skills for my hubby and son.....thanks much!
BoundForGLORY ThisWorldIsNotMyHome: Thank you so much. I've been cutting my son's hair for a while now, but this tutorial has given me the confidence to attempt this particular haircut. Thanks! Time to change it up. You are the best!
Gorgeous _Nist87: I used this video to fade my sons hair and omgggg he was so finnneee afterwards lol. I love this video... Very detailed.
Jola Burnett: This is the best video. Super explanatory and not too long. Great job! Gives me confidence to go ahead and give this haircut a go. :-)
Ryan Williams: Life saver video. 1st attempt was meh. Rewatched your video a more times, and was much more confident the second time around, and it turned out great! Thank you very much for the detailed upload.
Hannah Page: Just gave my boyfriend a quarantine cut, thanks for the tutorial!
Mugethi Gitau: I used it on my son. He has dreads at the top. My very first time and It worked great. Thanks for sharing this <3
Kimoko N: This is the best and easiest video to follow. Thank you for sharing your talent and empowering us women to go that extra step with haircuts
Antoinette: From a single mother to a mother I thank you for this well done video!!!!! I'm in the beginning stages of learning how to cut my son's hair✊
Christine Nadia RATTANSI: This is an excellent tutorial!!! Thanks for sharing its my first time achieving a decent fade cut!! Thanks for that video!! Genial!
Alyssa Jewell: I’m trying to learn how to cut my fiancé’s hair. I’ll definitely use this video as a guideline the next time!! Thank you!!
DivineFavour: Thank you so much! This is the best explanation i have gotten all day! Thanks for sharing
Serah Aupong: Thank you thank you thank you! Detailed clear explanation that gives me confidence to try this on my son.
Sarah Nyarota: Awesome video thank you!! My husband doesn't want to keep paying for haircuts and I've never dealt with African hair before lol. You're video is straight forward and easy to follow. Thank you!!
Queen R: I’m about to order my clippers right now. Thank you sis, I needed this‼️❤️
Fortunate Living Nurse: Hi Danielle! My youngest son has always despised going to the barbershop. Thank you for making this video! I just ordered my clippers.
Fun Fresh And Frugal By Brezzy: Thank you so much for this video sis! With #Quaratinelife in full effect I needed this in my Life, my son was about to make me pull out my Own weave!
69Afrikah: Thank you so much.... Out of town in a back woods, no barber, in the sticks place, with my husband. Can clip his head one length, but we did a beautiful fade with your easy direction! Thank you!!!!
Ifeyinwa Chukwu: I’m gonna try this out on my kids today, hopefully I don’t mess it up thank you for the this
Destiny Santana: Thank you for this!! Great video for beginners
Thai Holmes: It came out so good! I’m going to get some clippers now and try with my son.
KeminaB: Thank you soooo much for this video. This was explained very well. I learned so much from watching it. You should be an instructor.
bella44fav: Thank you for this!! I’ve been looking for a clear step by step.
Vee Vee: Yoooo, sis good looking out I needed this tutorial because I have 3 sons and I have been just shaping up now I will try this thank u boo!!
Kerin M: This is so helpful! With the barbershops closed due to corona, I’ve been thinking about cutting my little man’s hair at home; but I had no idea how to start. Your instructions are so clear, I think I’ll be ready to try soon! Do you still use the same model / brand of clippers?
Marta: Right time to look at this video for me. Thank you. Three boys plus hubby we definitely need this tutorial.
L.A_ CONFIDENTIAL: Just cut my 4yr olds son hair for the first time after watching this video ..thank you so much♂️♂️♂️♂️✔
Maritza MW: Thanks for posting this. You were very good in your explanation into how to cut your son's hair. I'm going to look at all of your videos before I start on my boy's hair
aurely972: Very good video really explaining and showing how to do it with little tips for beginners. Thank you
Dodo Diva: Such great explanation and demonstration! Thank you. I'm about to buy clippers and start shaving my 15month old. I had to teach myself how to braid when i had my daughter. Now with my son, i have learn how to cut hair
Don Riedel: As a white uncle, there is definitely a learning curve. This video helped me a lot! Great job. Thank you, ma'am.
ysgtimothy23: Great tutorial! Thank you. :)
M M: I am a white step father and want to thank you for putting this tutorial up. Hopefully I can accomplish this. You make it look easy.
Shavonne: This was so helpful!!! Just cut my son's hair for the first time and it looks like he went to the barbershop!! Thanks!
Wayne Brown: Great video! Very practical, and it doesn't look like you need $250 clippers to make it work.
Tee Tanee': Thanks so much for the video I needed a step by step to help me learn how to cut my son's hair this was very helpful!
Brenda’ Lee: Good job! Going to try to cut my son's hair now, thanks for this step by step video. btw your baby boy is a cutie & so patient.
Laura Bint David: This has helped me so much, cheers
Calvin Harrison: Did a much better job at cutting my own hair this week. Still not perfect but I'm getting a better fade. Thanks again for your motivational video that got me started. The barbers' explanations on here just wasn't doing it for me - far too complicated. All the best for 2020!
Lakesha McKenzie TV: Girrrlll...u did that! I just cut my husband's hair and I think that was the quickest I've done it! I've been cutting his hair since quarantine started and watched all these male barber videos and it was so complex. You simplified it and made it he process super easy and quick and my husband loves his haircut. And I feel good and proud of myself. Thank you for taking the time to make and post this video. You helped me a lot!
Nunya B: Thank you for this video. My first haircut was a success.
Sommer Johnson: Great job on the cut. I have my 21 yr old and 19 yr old sons bc of this pandemic and the 21 yr wants a cut. He is trusting me and has confidence in me, and I’m glad I found this vid bc I believe I learned a lot. Tomorrow will be the test. I jokingly told him that if things don’t work out, he can wear a wave cap or hat to work. I’m sure I’ll do just fine. I’ll take before and after pics and share.
David Buglass: Excellent video . Plenty information . One of the best I've seen on youtube . Thank you so much
Leeshy: This is so dope! You’re an awesome mom! My son is 17 months. I wanna give him his first haircut myself at 2.
Frank: Thank you sis! I needed this to cut my son's hair!
Beauty Addi32: Thank you for sharing this video. This was one of an easy way to taper i think im ready to do my sons hair. ❤
Jen Finds Gems: Great detailed video! Thank you!
TRENESHA Chambers: Wonderful cut and thank you for the tips
Jessica Connor Dawson: Ok Mama!! I watch this vid at least once a month for my son!! You did that!!
Maureen Seel: Clipping our friend's son's hair tonight. This was helpful-thanks!
Erica Blackmon: Thank you I’m so appreciative simplicity and neat
Tonie Wiggins: Doing my sons hair for the first time! This is literally the most understanding video I saw by far but im still nervous wish me luck
Sheree Brown: Awesome tutorial! If you want a longer crown length (like a 3 or 4) would you fade the same way as in the video? Is there anything else to keep in mind? Thanks!
jesperer: been watching over 15 videos now but this one explains very good, thank you!
Wuraola Olusanya: I have to cut my husband and my son's hair because of this pandemic. I have searched YouTube for a video that explains how to cut for beginners using clippers. This is the best video I have come across- very clear and easy to understand explanation. Thank you!!
Nicole Howell: Great Thank you so much for this video ❤️
JK: Hi ! What product do you recommemd for conditioning after the haircut? Also, I let my son grow his hair during this pandemic, should I start with a #3 or #4 guard all over his head before starting the fade? Total noob here
Shuntae Gibbons: You did an AMAZING job!!!
Dtweety101: Thank you this is very helpful. Trying to learn
Helena MAX: Good job mom! I have to cut my grandson's hair and this helps a lot. thank you
Simply Teekay: As a single mom this helps so much!!!
D DILLARD: You did this hands down the only tutorial I can follow and comprehend whilst I struggle in these Covid streets... or lack thereof lol
Veronica Gonzalez: You were very clear. Thankyou!
Yolanda S.: So thankful for this video. I have to cut my BFs hair and this is the best explanation for using guards I've found on the YT. I'm feeling very confident now. Thanks Sis.
#Mom Of 2 Boys: Hello!! You Did A GREAT Job!! Keep Up The Good Work❤
MyCodeHan _: So helpful during corona Thank you!
Éadaoin O'Malley: Thank you so much for recording this. It helped me so well
Lala Murray: Sis you really broke this down. I’m so tired of barbers I’m about ready to teach myself so I can get my son right, but I’m nervous ♀️
DDD: Good stuff very detailed your video helped me a lot.
Lance Martin: Just finished up my sons 1st "At Home Fade" due to the Coronavirus!! Thanks for the assist!
Ms H: Learned alot from your video! Thank you!