It’s happened to the best of us. In the chair, gown on, scissors ready – then the nerve goes and it’s all just “this, but shorter.”
Deciding on a new hairstyle is tough, but knowing how to ask for it is tougher. Don’t let your vocab hold you back. We’ve gathered up 7 popular styles currently and exactly what you need to ask to get them.
By Liam Clifford
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1 Bleached faux hawk
Like a mohawk, with less commitment.
Ask for: Shaved around my neck, gradually getting a bit longer. Keep my length on the top and spike it up.
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2 Induction buzz cut
The shortest of them all.
Ask for: Really short all over. Literally, a number zero. Razor sharp around my ears.
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3 Textured pompadour
A quiff, but not.
Ask for: Short back and sides, nice and neat. Keep my length up top, so I can sweep it back.
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4 Taper fade
The new short back and sides.
Ask for: A cut that goes from really short, to a few inches long, tapered from my neck to the top.
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5 Crew cut
The lengthier buzz cut.
Ask for: The top of my head trimmed short, and everything else even shorter.
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6 Curly pompadour
An easy way to handle curls.
Ask for: Keep my curls long on top, and scissor-cut the sides shorter.
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7 Comb over skin fade
The Peaky Blinders cut.
Ask for: Really short hair (like bald), with a bit of fringe to push to the side.
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8 Found your style?
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FAQs
How do you ask for a bleached faux hawk haircut?
For a bleached faux hawk, ask for shaved hair around your neck, getting longer towards the top, while keeping the length on top to spike up. This style is like a mohawk but with less commitment and more versatility.
What should you request for an induction buzz cut?
Ask for a number zero cut, really short all over, with razor-sharp edges around your ears. This is the shortest haircut option, ideal if you want an ultra-low-maintenance and bold look.
How do you get a textured pompadour hairstyle?
Request short back and sides, neat and tidy, with longer hair left on top so it can be swept back. A textured pompadour creates volume without looking too traditional, blending classic style with modern texture.
Which haircut works for managing curly hair easily?
A curly pompadour is a great choice for handling curls. Ask to keep your curls long on top, with the sides scissor-cut shorter. This gives structure while allowing curls to remain the focal point of your look.
What do you ask for a comb over skin fade style?
Request really short hair, almost bald, with a bit of fringe left at the front to push to the side. This classic look, often associated with retro styles, works well for a sharp, defined appearance.