Can you braid with an undercut?

You will need to have a fade or an undercut where your hair is a few inches/centimeters long at top, and shaved down the sides. If your hair is the same length all over, consider taking a look at the regular braiding article instead.

What is the point of undercuts?

“Undercuts help take the weight off [the hair] and keep the shape clean,” says Mane Addicts stylist Sienree Du of the increasingly popular style. If you’re not familiar with an undercut, it’s a hairstyle in which the back or sides of your hair are either shaved or cut short underneath the longer hair on top.

Is undercut still popular in 2022?

The undercut hairstyle remains as popular today as it was in the Edwardian era—yes, this trend has been around longer than you have! It’s a classic style that features buzzed sides and longer hair on top of the head, which is typically parted on either side, and brushed back for a clean, polished look.

What to consider before getting an undercut?

Consider Your Facial Features. First, consider your facial shape and hairline, and ask yourself what you might look like with all the hair on the sides of your head buzzed away. Cut it in Increments. Experiment. Bottom Line: You do You.