How long does hair need to be to slick back?

About four inches minimum. Shorter than that and the ends stand up instead of lying down, no matter how much product goes in.

ON OTHER HAIR TYPES

Classic

Sharp and severe. Needs enough length to stay put.

FOR YOUR BARBER

NOW ASKING FOR

SIDES#0.5 at the nape and around the ear, blended up into a #3 within about an inch

TOP4 to 6 in, one length, combed straight back flat

NECKLINETapered, never blocked

OR ASK FOR IT WITH

Temple fade · Grown out · Mid fade

RE-CUT EVERY 3 TO 4 WEEKS

A receding hairline — this is the cut that shows it most.

How long does hair need to be to slick back?: About four inches minimum. Shorter than that and the ends stand up instead of lying down, no matter how much product goes in.