HOW TO: Disconnected Undercut

With Wahl Artistic and Education Team member 5ive.

How to create a disconnected undercut, a step by step guide.

To start the disconnected undercut, put in fade baseline using the Cordless Detailer Li, with high precision T-Blade.

Create bald fade up to baseline using the Finale.

With the highest quality hypoallergenic gold, the Finale’s ultra-fine foil enables a 01.mm cutting length.

#2 guide comb with taper open then closed with your chosen clipper, 5ive uses the Genio Pro. Then blend on the angle and fade out map line to #0.

Switch to a #1 guide comb with taper open then closed and blend on the angle and fade out map line

No guide comb with taper open and then #2 guide comb with taper open

Stretch out fade with no guide comb and taper open, remove bulk and taper sides

Cut layers starting from the crown, working left to right using vertical sections. Over direct ½ inch sections back to guide

Switch to the All-in-One Blade (position 1) and create texture using ‘flick & smack’ motion. Then move to position 2 and peel through sections.

Dry front using scrunch technique and back using a vent brush

Using the Cordless Detailer Li again, create a hard parting and shape up hairline.

Sharpen lines with a Shave Razor, first applying Pre-Shave Oil for a smooth, irritation-free shave.

Style to finish. 5ive uses Academy Klay for a matt, textured finish.