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Fade vs taper haircut
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Barber Both blend short-to-long, but fades are tighter and more dramatic; tapers are subtler and grow out softer.
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Blunt vs layers
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Haircut Blunt keeps weight and a strong outline; layers add movement and remove bulk. Learn which to ask for.
Haircut Shape Volume
Blunt bob vs textured bob
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Haircut Blunt bob = crisp perimeter and fuller ends. Textured bob = softened ends and more piecey movement.
Bob Texture Styling
Gloss vs toner
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Color Toner shifts tone (brass → neutral/cool). Gloss boosts shine and lightly refreshes tone for a polished finish.
Color Shine Tone
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