Temple Fade Style
The Temple Fade (also known as a "Temp" or "Brooklyn Fade") is widely considered the "cosmetic surgery" of haircuts. Because it targets the most visible corners of the face—the temples and sideburns
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It has a massive impact on your facial structure.
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Face Shape Considering
Face Shape | Why it works | Pro Tip |
Round | Round faces often lack definition. By fading the hair to the skin at the temples, you remove the "bulk" that makes the face look wider. This creates an illusion of a slimmer, more elongated face. | Pair the temple fade with significant volume on top (like a textured quiff). The height on top + the skin on the sides creates a vertical line that stretches the appearance of your face. |
Oval | The oval shape is the most balanced, so the Temple Fade acts as a clean "frame." It doesn't distort your features; it simply makes the haircut look intentional and modern rather than a standard "grown-out" look. | Don’t go too high with the fade. A Low Temple Fade maintains the natural symmetry of an oval face without making the forehead look unnecessarily large. |
Square | You already have a strong jawline; the Temple Fade reinforces this by creating a sharp, 90-degree angle at the hairline. It keeps the "corners" of your head crisp, which complements a masculine, chiseled look | Ask for a "High Taper" within the temple area. This keeps the fade very tight against your natural bone structure, making your cheekbones pop. |
Heart | These shapes have wide cheekbones and a narrow chin. The Temple Fade cleans up the widest part of your face (the temples), which helps draw the eye upward to the hair or downward to the beard, balancing out the "pointed" chin. | If you have a beard, ensure the barber fades the sideburns into the beard. This "disconnection" breaks up the width of the cheekbones and creates a smoother transition. |
Oblong (Long) Face | Usually, high fades make long faces look even longer. However, because a Temple Fade is localized (only at the temples), it allows you to keep hair on the rest of the sides. This adds "width" where you need it. | Keep the fade low and dark. If you go too high or too "bald," you risk making your head look like a tall rectangle. |
Hair Desity
Cap Considering
Feature |  Lace |  Skin |  Mono |
Natural Look | Highest (Invisible hairline) | High (Scalp-like surface) | Medium (Denser look) |
Durability | Low (2–4 months) | Low to Mid (1–6 months) | High (6–12 months) |
Maintenance | Difficult (Adhesive seep) | Easy (Wipe and clean) | Moderate |
Best For | Hot climates & gym-goers | Beginners & short hair | Budget & longevity |
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