There are many two-sided haircuts that are becoming more and more popular. These trims refer to the number of clippers used on the sides and back of the hairstyle.
Attach Clipper 2 to the trimming machine and shorten the hair to 6.4 mm. As you can imagine, this is fairly short, but versatile.
You can rock a buzz cut, short sides and back in combination with high tops, a pompadour or a quiff with such short trims on the sides.
The number 2 clipper on the side is also good for creating fades, perfect for men with thin or hair loss.
How to make a side number 2 haircut at home
Getting a number 2 haircut with a side haircut is an easy process. To do this at home, you’ll need sharp clippers, scissors, and a comb with a #2 guard attachment.
Here are the steps to get a side 2 haircut:
- #2 Attach the guard to the clippers. This will cut the hair to about 1/4 inch long.
- Start at the bottom of the sides and back of the head and move upwards with smooth overlapping strokes. Check each area multiple times to ensure you cut evenly.
- Use the corner edge of the clipper blade to define the hairline around the ears and neck.
- Remove the guard and use bare clippers to trim the bottom edge around the neck and sideburns.
- Use scissors to trim the long hairs missed by the clippers and trim the hairline.
- Comb and style the top hair. You can cut the top with scissors or leave it longer depending on your preference.
The difficulty of styling the top and back depends on the style you choose. If you choose a defined haircut, it is recommended to have someone else help you, especially on the back of the head.
Cool variations of two side haircuts
The #2 clipper haircut offers plenty of styling options, including architectural designs. Scroll down to check out the two best side haircuts!
1. High top
For this hairstyle, the sides are trimmed short with a machine that attaches a no. 2 clippers. The beard is connected to the haircut and kept the same size, emphasizing the jawline.
The top, on the other hand, is quite long, lifted at the roots and slightly swiped to the sides and back.
2. Number 3 on top
This buzz cut features fades on the sides and back and is slightly longer at the top. No. 2 clippers are used for the fade, and No. 3 clippers are used for the top.
His hairline is strong and his unusual beard is untrimmed, giving him a masculine look.
3. Upper scissors
In this case, this side 2 haircut uses a fade that lengthens the top. Her hair is styled with hair gel, giving it a wet look.
Raise your bangs and curl them into a pointy shape.
4. Curly top and side trim
If you want to create contrast and emphasize your curls, a short crop on the sides and back is a great idea.
All attention is focused on the top, where the curls are free to unravel. Adding a little curling mousse to some sections of your hair will make your hair tighter.
5. Uniform number 2
It’s a simple No. 2 buzz cut with a No. 2 guard that was shaved on the head using a trimming machine.
A haircut turns your beard into the center of your look, so make sure it’s well-groomed.
6. Colored Mohawk
When choosing a mohawk, you need to consider a few things, including the color of the mohawk, its length, and the hair on the sides.
In this case, the mohawk is bleached, half dyed pale green and orange, and the sides machine-trimmed.
7. Short back pony
This side trim is used for two reasons. First, reduce the volume of your hair and create a contrast between the long top and sides.
Apply hair gel to give it a shiny coating and pin it back into a ponytail.
8. 2 size side and nape box braids
Knits look even more appealing when combined with box braids and short trims on the sides and back.
Make a square part so that the braids are all the same thickness, and use two clippers to trim them. Get all the braids and pin them on top of your head.
9. Tapered haircut
If you like to look well-groomed with perfect hair and beard, choose today’s classics.
Choose a clean, medium-length beard that can be styled to suit your mood that day, with short fades on the sides and a longer top.
In this case, long strands are lifted and placed at the back, elongating the face.
10. Long on top, two on sides
Two clipper trims and comb overs on the sides make for a great team. A fade has short hair growing upwards at the nape and temples.
However, the top is noticeably longer, creating a noticeable contrast. The hair is styled with hair gel and combed back around the middle to create a mohawk-like look.
11. Man Bun
Man buns are still trendy because they are low-maintenance and can be removed in just seconds.
To recreate the look, you’ll need a trimming machine with size 2 clippers for the sides and back. For the top, keep it at your desired length and pin your long hair into a small bun.
12. High top
High-top haircuts are one of men’s favorites because they are very versatile and suitable for every moment of the day.
It consists of short sides and a long top and is easy to style with hair gel. Pick up these hair strands with your hands, and if the hair strands are long, style them with a brush and hair dryer.
13. Long top side and short side
A high fade helps create a smoother transition between short sides and a long styled top.
Keep the beard connected with the haircut and adjust and define its shape. Add powder to make it look thicker, especially if you have areas with less hair.
14. Duo color dreadlocks
Dreadlocks are always on trend, and if you don’t want to put in too much maintenance, you can keep them short just at the top of your head.
To accentuate them, trim the sides and back short and dye the ends blonde.
15. Pompadour with a mustache
This pompadour is inspired by the ’50s, when rock and roll was real, giving it an elongated effect and a retro touch.
The sides are faded and the hair is combed back. The top is styled with hair gel, curled and lifted.
As we have seen above, two-sided hairstyles come in many different forms. All these haircuts have one thing in common. It involves mechanically trimming the sides and sometimes the back, using a #2 clipper. What do you think about them, do you think they are practical?
