Afro Pick Out with Temp Fade: A Guide for Beginners
Learn how the afro pick out with a temp fade looks, who it fits, and how to keep it fresh without any guesswork.
Thinking about getting an afro pick out with a temp fade? It is a classic haircut. It gives you the best of two worlds. You get the big, bold shape of an afro on top. You also get clean, sharp edges near your temples and neck.
Here is everything you need to know before you sit in the barber chair.
What Is an Afro Pick Out with Temp Fade?
A temp fade is short for "temple fade." Your barber cuts the hair near your temples down to the skin. They also clean up the hair on the back of your neck. The rest of your hair stays long.
To "pick out" your afro means using an afro comb to lift your curls up and out. This makes your hair look round, full, and big. Because only the temples and neck are faded, you keep a lot of your natural hair.
Who Looks Good in This Cut?
This cut works best for people with tight curls, coils, or kinky hair. It needs enough texture to stand up on its own.
It also works with many face shapes:
Round faces: The tall hair on top makes your face look longer and slimmer. Square faces: The round afro softens strong jawlines. * Oval faces: Almost any haircut looks good on oval faces, including this one.
If you have a very long face, just ask the barber to keep the top a bit shorter so your head does not look too tall.
How to Ask Your Barber
Barbers love clear directions. Do not just say "give me an afro." Tell them the exact details:
1. Tell them you want a temple fade (or temp fade). 2. Say how high you want the fade to go. Most people like it low, right at the sideburns. 3. Ask them to taper the back of your neck. 4. Tell them if you want your hairline shaped up with straight lines. 5. Bring a photo on your phone. A picture helps your barber see what you want.
Daily Care and Upkeep
This style takes a little daily work. You cannot just jump out of bed and walk out the door.
First, do not pick your hair when it is dry and brittle. That can break your curls. Spray your hair with a little water or leave-in conditioner first. Then, use a wide-tooth metal pick to gently fluff the roots. Work your way from the ends to the roots so you do not pull your hair out.
Sleep with a satin bonnet or use a silk pillowcase. This keeps your hair from drying out overnight.
You will need to see your barber every two to three weeks to keep the fade sharp. The top can grow out as long as you want.
Test the Look on Your Own Face
Changing your hair can feel scary. If you are not sure how a picked-out afro and a temp fade will look on you, test it first. You can use the HairMatch AI tool to check your face shape for free. Then, grab a photo pack starting at $0.99 to see this exact haircut on your own face before you go to the barber shop.