Why Barbers Call the Blowout Mid Taper the Ultimate Haircut Upgrade
By James H. Sterling
Q1: What is the primary difference between a blowout mid taper and a regular mid fade?
A1: A regular mid fade cuts all hair around the sides and back down to the skin at a uniform mid-head height, exposing the scalp around the ears. A blowout mid taper only blends down to the skin at two distinct points, the temples and the nape of the neck, leaving full, scissor-shaped hair bulk directly around and behind the ears.
Q2: How often do I need to visit the shop to keep this cut looking sharp?
A2: Because the mid taper preserves density around the crown, the shape lasts longer than a conventional fade. Most men visit their barber every 14 to 21 days. Many shops offer an inexpensive 10-minute "line-up and taper cleanup" between major haircut appointments to refresh the temple fade transition and clean neckline taper.
Q3: Can this style work on thin or receding hair?
A3: Yes, provided the recession at the temples is not severe. Because the mid taper drops down near the temporal line, it eliminates wispy, uneven hair at the sideburns, making the hair across the mid-scalp appear fuller. However, avoid blowing the top straight back if your hairline is receding; instead, style the top forward into a textured crop with a tapered edge.
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