We couldn't feature crops without visiting England, the home of Peaky Blinders, who undoubtedly brought crops back into the limelight. We asked Uppercut Deluxe Ambassador George Cody to perfect his tried-and-true hairstyle with our all-new control cream. The result is a wavy crop with a skin fade, a combination of heavy texture and skin fade to add contrast and accentuate the length at the top. Modern style that stands the test of time.
Known for its top length with a forward brushed fringe, the crop remains popular as it is easy to care for and style for all hair types. They come in all shapes, from short to blunt to textured, and there are no hard and fast rules for perfecting your style.
The key to success with this style lies in two parts. Skin fade and styling. Skin fades come and go with the soft, “blurry” transition that gives the fade its name. They require a skilled hand and patience on your part. Give your barber the time he needs to do it. As the saying goes, “All good things take time,” and fading skin is no exception. Unlike the standard “short back and sides,” which stays in good condition for weeks before you go to the barber's chair, regular touch-ups are required to keep skin fades looking crisp.
Now that the cut is set in place, the control cream can take control of the styling. “Control Cream helps shape your crop and locks in your style without adding weight. Control Cream's anti-frizz formula breathes life into your hair with a healthy, natural-looking finish,” says George. said.
For a step-by-step guide on cutting textured crops, check out this tutorial by Uppercut Deluxe Ambassador Charlie Benn.
How to style wavy crops
Control creams take the stress out of achieving this style at home. Easy to style with a light hold and natural finish. Spread a few pumps evenly with your hands and apply to damp hair before blow-drying. The heat activates the control cream and enhances your natural waves. Use your fingertips to add texture, pinching and scraping sections together until the style is complete.
What is control cream?
The barely-holding control cream is perfect for frizz control, curl control, and everything in between. For straight to curly hair, this lightweight styling cream is designed to smooth frizz and enhance curls in your natural style.
Creates a freshly washed, effortless look on curls, waves, or straight hair. It acts as a curl strengthener due to its light hold properties.
For best results, we recommend applying the control cream to freshly washed hair using shampoo and conditioner.
Apply generously depending on the thickness and volume of your hair. Massage into damp or dry hair. Apply generously to ensure even spread for more consistent style and hold. There are two approaches to styling wavy hair. Some people prefer to use the conditioning and nourishing formula of a control cream to naturally tame their waves throughout the day. Some people prefer to use a blow dryer. The heat locks your waves and adds volume, creating a fuller, thicker look.