mediumDrop fadelow drop fade

Low Drop Fade

A low fade that dips behind the ear, following the head shape while keeping the overall haircut conservative.

Cut difficulty

medium

Maintenance

medium

Popularity

90/100

What to tell your barber

Use this script for a low drop fade, then show the generated reference image.

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"I want a low drop fade."
2
"Keep the fade low and let it drop behind the ear instead of running straight back."
3
"Leave enough top weight to balance the curved lower fade."
4
"Keep the blend clean and adjust the finish for my hair texture."

The dip behind the ear should be visible but not pushed too high.
The final shape should be checked from the side, front, and back before the neckline is finished.

Watch the back curve as it grows, because that is where the shape softens first.
Refresh the fade every 2 to 3 weeks before the shortest area grows blurry.
Start styling with matte paste, then add more product only where the top needs control.

Open a related cut if this one is close but not quite the right fade height or top shape.

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