How To Cut A Mid Fade — The 2026 Pro Guide
The mid fade is the bread-and-butter cut of 2026 — section roughly at the temple, blend band wider than a low fade, finishing pressure that turns it into the most-shareable cut on a barber's feed.
Step 1 — Set the section at the temple
The fade line sits roughly at the temple — between the top of the ear and the recession point. Mark it before the first bulk pass.
Step 2 — Bulk and connect
Run a #3 to the section line, then connect into the top length with scissor-over-comb or clipper-over-comb.
Step 3 — Blend the band
The mid band is wider — use four guard drops, two lever passes each. This is where a Magic Clip earns its name.
Step 4 — Detail the line
Trimmer-line the perimeter, then optional foil-shave for a cleaner finish.
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