Front
Subject’s left-side view
Subject’s right-side view
Back
mid burst fade · coily hair
Burst fade with a compact coily mohawk
Narrow compact ridge of short tight coils from forehead to nape; semicircular burst skin fade radiating around ear, central rear ridge retained. Compare the front, both side references and rear view to discuss the outline with your barber.
What to ask your barber
I would like a burst fade with a compact coily mohawk. Keep the compact coily mohawk shown here, and agree the retained length before cutting. Let’s agree where the fade sits, how much skin or short hair is visible, and how it connects to the top. Check the other side and back together before cutting.
Build a fuller barber brief ↗How to style this look
- Lift the roots into the central or upright shape with fingers, a pick or a brush suited to your texture.
- Define the tips gradually with a small amount of suitable hold product, preserving natural curls where present.
- Check the silhouette when dry and stop adding product before the raised shape becomes heavy.