Just about every black man who has gone to the barbershop has experienced a barber messed up hairline. Seriously, a bad line up is as bad as getting your food knocked out of your hands when your starving. Both can cause you to harbor a grudge for a lifetime.
What does it mean when a barber messed up hairline or bad edge up?
(*3*)A bad line up is when a barber messes up the hairline during a haircut. This means the hairline is unevenly sloped or crooked. The hairline may even be pushed back further than the client conceded as acceptable. Another reason for bad shape up is when the corner of the hairline is rounded off or is not parallel to each other.
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Don’t panic, there are a few ways you can save your hairline when your barber mess up your shape up. In this article, I’ll teach you how to fix your edge up!
Why do barbers insist on pushing hairline back?
There are multiple reasons why your barber keeps giving you a pushed back line up. I know we all expect our barbers to work their magic, but a bad hairline may not be your barber’s fault. Here, I’ll give you an example!
Back when I was in college, I used to cut my dormmates’ hair to earn extra income. I remember an instance where I messed up someone’s hairline. It wasn’t because I didn’t know what I was doing but because my client sneezed as I was lining his hair up. The sudden movement caused him to then have a bad hairline. Clearly, in this case, he pretty messed up his own hairline. It was not just with him that he was upset.
Below is a list of a few reasons why your barber keeps pushing your hairline back.
- Receding hairline
- Wet or oily hair
- Relining already pushed back hairline
- Constant movement while in the barbers’ chair.
- Flat out bad barber
As you see from the list, some of these are unavoidable. If you ask your barber the top three reasons for a bad shape up, he’ll say each of the examples listed above. I bring this up to point each side of the spectrum and promote rational thinking before blaming your barber.
How do I prevent a bad edge up?
There are a few simple things you can do to prevent a bad shape up from your barber. Like my mother always told me, “it’s far easier to prevent than to correct.” … I love you mom and all your wise quotes!
So, with that being said it’s a good idea to let your barber what you are expecting even before he turns on his hair clipper. Let your barber know of difficult spots in your hairline, this way he’ll lay out your options.
Here are a few tips to avoid an uneven shape up!
Ask Your Barber to pre outline your hairline
Using a pencil or an eyeliner pen, ask your barber to pre outline your edge up. It may sound ridiculous but believe me, you’ll be happy you asked. No one’s perfect no matter how good your barber is. Staying on track with a person’s hairline is difficult. It is possible to keep things organized by following a simple outline. Your barber will not be offended that you ask for a pre-line, besides you’re the paying customer. Feel free to ask before the barber starts your cut.
Communicate what you want
I never understood why so many men are afraid to tell their barbers what they want. Your barber will gladly take the pointer. Think about it, it’s better for your barber to get it right the first time than to waste time trying to adjust your hairline.
Sit up straight in the barbers chair
This is one that I can’t stress enough, sit up straight with your chin up. I see people slouching or looking at the phones while the barber is trying to edge up their hairline. It’s even crazier to see those same guys get upset and ask the barber to fix their lining.
By sitting in an upright posture your barber will have access and a wider range to work with. Your hairline will come out crisp and sharp by following this rule.
Stop distracting your barber
It’s a good idea to indicate concerns and point out difficult spots in your hairline. However, cracking jokes or talking about lord knows what to an easily distracted barber is not a good idea.
Talking to your barber too much could cause him to lose focus and even be overwhelmed. If you notice your barber has a hard time multitasking, you’d be better served to stay quiet and let him work.
Follow the simple step above to prevent your hairline from being pushed back by your barber!
Cut your own hair at home
Sometimes the simplest way to effectively avoid a bad lineup or haircut from a barber is to do it yourself. There are many resources online that could help you learn to cut hair yourself, best part is, most of it is free!
Once you learn to cut your have you’ll have the option of cutting your own hair. You’ll be able to fade your hair from home, and even provide your self with a perfect edge up. Think about it, once you advance your skills you’ll be able to line yourself up with a t-outliners and a straight razor.
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The best way to deal with a barber messed up hairline
As hard as it may sound your best bet is to stay calm when your barber messes up your edge up. Most people’s first reaction is to flip out and act a fool. You will get into trouble if you act out or become angry. This will not fix a bad haircut!
I’ll give you an example of how things can get out of hand. A couple of days ago, there was a shooting at a barbershop because a customer was unhappy with their son’s haircut. The news clip about the shooting is available here.
There should never be a reason that things get this far if a barber messed up hairline. Although this is rare, it happens occasionally. Although not all barbershop disputes result in gun violence, they can lead directly to threats or physical fights.
Tips to solving barber messed up hairline peacefully!
I get it your hairline is one of the first things people notice when they see you. It’s extremely frustrating when your hairline gets messed up. Here a few things you can do to avoid any issue with your barber.
- Take a deep breath and relax
- Ask the barber to fix your line up
- Ask for your money back
- Avoid going back to that barber
- Fix your own shape up at home
At the end of the day, your barber is human and will make mistakes at some point. So, the next time your barber gives you a bad line up, take the time to go through the steps listed to avoid an altercation.
Is it permanent when barber push edge up back?
I’m sure you’re wondering if the Jefferson hairline that your barber just gave you is permanent. (*3*)Fortunately, it is not permanent… As long as you do not have a receding hairline, it will grow back. You’ll look a bit crazy for a while but it’s not the end of the world.
I can still recall being at the wrong end of the clippers. My older sister was going cosmetology school, and she decided to make me her guinea bird. She thought it was a good idea to give me a bowl haircut and zeeked my hairline. Imagine being nine years old boy with a bad haircut and having to go to school in Brooklyn New York with either a bad hairline or a bad haircut. Let’s just say, kids are cruel man!
How long will it take for my hairline to grow back after a bad line up?
I’ll let you know a crooked hairline will feel like it’s taking an eternity to grow back. I can assure you it will not take that long. Usually, a bad edge up will take about two to three weeks to grow back.
You will feel like a hobo during the grow back phase. Your hairline is going to look terrible if you’re able to withstand this time period you’ll have your hairline back to normal.
The goal is to avoid interfering with the growing process of your hairline by getting shape ups. You just have to be patient and give your hairline time to grow back.
Will bad shape up cause receding hairline?
The question at hand is does pushed back line up cause receding hairline? Contrary to the popular myth, a pushed back edge up will not cause you to have a receding hairline. A receding hairline is caused by genetics, not by a haircut.
If your grandfather on your mother’s side has a receding hairline or is bald then the chance of your experiencing hair loss is more likely.
3 tips to fix line up!
A bad hairline isn’t the end of the world, there is a couple of things you can do to fix a crooked shape up. The majority of the time most people won’t even notice a slightly uneven line up. In such case, you’re better served to just leave your hairline alone. In cases of an obvious uneven edge up or pushed back shape up then you should do the following so that the imperfection isn’t so obvious.
- Get a low cut – By lowering your hair to a low grain cut or even going completely bald you’ll be able to keep your bad hairline hidden. For men with long hair or locs then this option isn’t suitable for you.
- Use hairline spray – consider using a hair fiber spray such as Toppik hairline spray to conceal your crooked hairline. This option works well for men with long hair and double line dreads!
- Keep head covered – For extreme cases of pushed back lining you may just want to wear a hat, durag, or bandanna on your head to hide your hairline.
- Using a hair system- for extremely receding hairline, using a non-surgical hair replacement system can fix your baldness in an instant. After getting attached with medical-grade adhesives by hairstylists, it can be cut, styled and blend seamlessly with your natural hair.
Conclusion:
As you can see it is not the end of the world if your barber messed up hairline. The key is to keep your composure and work through the issues with your barber to fix your shape up. It does you no good to argue or fight your barber over your hairline.
There ways to fix your edge up if you find yourself on the bad end of the hair clippers. YOUR HAIR WILL RETURN!
It is important to prevent a bad line up by following the steps above. Remember, avoid distracting your barber while you’re getting an edge up. Again, it’s way easier to prevent than to fix your shape up!
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FAQ:
What is a pushback hairline?
A pushback hairline is a hairline that has been moved back from its natural position, usually due to a bad haircut or excessive hair loss.
What are the causes of a pushback hairline?
The causes of a pushback hairline can vary, but some common ones are genetics, hormonal imbalances, stress, aging, poor nutrition, or harmful hair care techniques, such as over-brushing, tight hairstyles, or harsh chemicals.
How to fix a pushback hairline?
To fix a pushback hairline, you have several options, such as camouflaging the hairline with hair fibers, makeup, or accessories, trying a new hairstyle that flatters your face shape and disguises the hairline, using hair growth products or treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, or hair transplant, or consulting with a professional hairstylist or dermatologist for advice.
How to prevent a pushback hairline?
To prevent a pushback hairline, you must take good care of your hair and scalp, such as washing your hair regularly, using gentle products, avoiding heat styling, and massaging your scalp with oils. Eat a balanced diet, drink plenty of water, reduce stress, and get enough sleep.
