How to Blend a Low Fade When the Client Has a Cowlick at the Nape

A low fade can look uneven fast when the client has a strong cowlick at the nape. I had one client whose hair kicked sideways right where the blend should sit. If I followed the same guideline on both sides, one side looked heavier even though the guard work was technically even. I started by drying the hair in its natural direction and checking growth pattern before cutting. Around the cowlick…