Before

After shampooing, prep the hair by applying a small amount of the Esquire Grooming Thickening Cream. Then, using the Esquire Grooming Clipper with the #1 comb attachment and lever open, begin to fade the hair from the nape area to the temple to create a mid-fade.

Using the Esquire Grooming Clipper with the #2 comb attachment and lever closed, continue fading upward 1/4-inch to begin blending the top and the back.

Continue to blend the top and crown area with a scissor-over-comb technique to shorten the length.

Next, use the Esquire Grooming 5-Piece Trimmer to clean up the sideburns and the neckline for a well-groomed look.

To finish, use scissors to trim the top to the desired length.

To style the hair, add a small amount of the Esquire Grooming Clay and distribute evenly throughout the top section. Comb the hair back to smooth and create a slightly off-side middle part.

Using the Hand Brush Dryer, direct the top section in a backward motion while maintaining the defined off-side part. Then comb hair in place.

The finished look!