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How Often Should I Get a Low Taper Fade Touched Up?

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Most guys get a low taper fade touched up every 2–3 weeks to keep the lines crisp and the fade fresh. Your hair growth rate decides the pace.


Fast growers should go in every two weeks. Average growth? Three weeks max before it starts to blur.


Low taper fades are forgiving — they grow out cleaner with less contrast than high fades. But once your edges soften and your neckline starts to fade, you’re due.


✨ Pro tip: Schedule your cut before you think you need it.

Week two is when most fades still look good but benefit most from a touch-up. Wait until week four, and you’re almost starting from scratch.

Between cuts, keep it clean and styled right. The right products make all the difference by week three. Want to stretch appointments?


Focus on your neckline and edges every few days. A quick lineup keeps you looking sharp between visits — just don’t try the fade yourself.

Bottom line — every 2–3 weeks for perfection, 3–4 if you’re relaxed about it.


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