A kid's haircut has one extra requirement an adult's doesn't: it has to work with zero effort on a school morning, through PE, and after a helmet comes off. The good news is that the same rules that make a cut look good also make it easy.
Three things to think about
Hair type. Thick, straight hair holds a short, clean shape; fine hair looks fuller with a little length on top; curly hair wants a cut that works with the curl, not against it. Effort. If nobody is going to style it in the morning, the cut has to fall into place on its own. Growing out. A good kid's cut still looks fine in week five, because it's going to be week five before you get back to the shop.
Cuts that hold up
- Short with a taper — the standard for a reason: neat, no styling, lasts.
- Buzz cut — for sports season or a kid who hates having his hair touched.
- Textured crop or short fringe — a little length on top, sides tapered; looks intentional even when it's messy.
- Skin fade with length on top — for the older kid who has opinions; ask for a fade that's not too high so it grows out cleanly.
Before the visit
Come with clean, dry hair — it makes the cut faster and more accurate. Show your barber a photo if your son has one in mind, and let him tell the barber what he wants himself; kids who feel heard sit still better. For a first visit, book a quieter time and let him watch someone else get a cut first.
Keeping it up
Every four to six weeks is the usual rhythm. Wash regularly, and if you use a product, use one made for kids or a light cream — nothing stiff.
Booking at Chico's
Select Kid's Cut in the online booking menu to see the available options (including a kid's skin fade), their prices and times. Chico's is a family-friendly shop, and dads and sons often book back-to-back with the same barber.
Prices and times are as listed in Chico's online booking menu; check current options when booking.
