5. Voluminous Crown Crop with Undercut Nape
Setup Method
The voluminous crown crop with an undercut nape features an undercut along the lower half of the head, overlaid with a dense canopy of defined curls. By removing density from the nape and lower occipital area, this cut eliminates the bulk that often causes curly hair to sit heavy on the neck. The top curls remain long enough to form a rounded silhouette that rests gently above the undercut. This design works well for very thick, coarse, or tightly coiled hair textures, providing an easy-to-manage structure that stays cool and holds its shape throughout the day.
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'----' <- Clean Clippered Undercut Nape
Isolate the top crown section along a horizontal line just below the occipital bone and secure it with sectioning clips. Use electric clippers fitted with a short guard to shave or tightly taper the lower half of the head from the neckline up to the parting line. Release the top canopy and cut the curls dry using vertical elevation at ninety degrees, shaping the perimeter so it overhangs the undercut by one inch. For daily styling, apply a rich leave-in conditioning butter to wet curls, rake through with your fingers, and scrunch upward. Allow the canopy to air-dry or diffuse on medium heat, finishing with a light mist of curl-refreshing spray.