How do I tell my barber what I want?

Use TellBarber to create a visual guide with front, side, and back photos of your desired haircut. Select your hair type variant, review the 360-degree reference views, then show the guide to your barber for crystal-clear communication.

What barber terms should I know?

Key barber terms include fade types (low, mid, high), taper (gradual blending), texture (movement and separation), clipper guard numbers (#1 = 1/8 inch, #2 = 1/4 inch), and neckline options (tapered, blocked, rounded). Check our barber terms dictionary for a complete guide.

How do I choose the right haircut for my hair type?

Browse haircut styles on TellBarber and use the hair type selector to find cuts that match your texture (straight, wavy, curly, coily) and density (fine, medium, thick). Each style shows how it looks on different hair types so you can find the perfect match.

Yes, TellBarber is completely free. No sign-up required. Browse haircut styles, pick your hair type, and generate a visual barber guide instantly.

Can I use TellBarber for any haircut style?

TellBarber covers 20+ popular haircut styles including fades (low taper fade, mid taper fade), crops (textured crop, French crop), classic styles (pompadour, slick back, Ivy League), and feminine styles (curtain bangs, butterfly cut, wolf cut, lob, bob cut).

Styles/Slick Back

Slick Back

A polished slick back with all hair combed back smoothly, held with product for a clean, refined finish.

💈 Masculine🔧 High maintenance🧵 Suits: straight, wavy

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Choose Your Look

Pick the reference that's closest to your hair type. This is what your barber will see.

Best For

straight hairwavy hair

Barber Terms

slick backslicked backcomb over backpulled backwet look haircutsleek back

Maintenance

high maintenance

What to tell your barber

Use these professional terms when describing a slick back to your barber. Using the right vocabulary helps ensure you and your barber are on the same page.

“slick back”“slicked back”“comb over back”“pulled back”“wet look haircut”“sleek back”

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Slick Back?

A slick back is a masculine haircut style characterized by a polished slick back with all hair combed back smoothly, held with product for a clean, refined finish.. It suits straight, wavy hair textures and requires high maintenance. Use TellBarber's visual guide to see exactly how it looks on your hair type and skin tone.

How do I ask my barber for a Slick Back?

Use the terms: slick back, slicked back, comb over back. Tell your barber you want: A polished slick back with all hair combed back smoothly, held with product for a clean, refined finish.. Show them a visual reference from TellBarber that includes front, side, and back views matched to your hair texture and skin tone.

What face shape suits a Slick Back?

The slick back can be adapted to suit most face shapes. Oval faces naturally complement this style. For round faces, adding height or volume on top creates balance. Square and heart-shaped faces can adjust the fringe and side length for a flattering fit. Your barber can customize the cut to your specific face shape.

How do I maintain a Slick Back?

The slick back requires frequent maintenance including regular washing, daily styling, and product application to maintain its shape and texture.

What hair products work best for a Slick Back?

For a slick back, use a light-hold product like pomade, clay, or matte paste for a natural finish. A texture spray adds volume and definition. Avoid heavy gels that weigh the style down.