Taper Vs Fade Blade | Why I LOVE Graphite Blades (TOOL TALK)

[@brandonisaiahsexton6533]

You explain things in such great detail and you can feel the compassion for barbering in your voice. I used to be all about the fade blades myself but here lately I’ve been loving the taper blade on my seniors. Leaves a softer finish. I use my fade blade for skin to open lever and detailing

[@Staygold31]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate the feedback!! No script here whatsoever, just straight from the heart from my experiences! Glad you enjoyed the video and also loveeee the relatability that you feel about taper blades too. This industry is full of incredible things and i seriously can't wait for the world to open again!

[@adamlightner3171]

How bout a fade tutorial please with both blades? And thank for the content it’s very helpful 😊

[@alanstockman1587]

You’ve got such an effective way of sharing and communicating. It’s hard enough be be good at the craft. Being a good teacher on top of that is even more rare. A great video.

[@Staygold31]

Wow, thank you ALAN!! This is a collection of years traveling with ya'll!! I appreciate your feedback tremendously!! :)

[@paidmembers5547]

Out of all videos I watch, I swear your videos so in depth and helpful. It’s like people leaving out parts of the game that could benefit so many others. Thank you!

[@elijahray9792]

I definitely didn’t have a video like this when I was first learning. Good information.

[@Staygold31]

Glad it was helpful! I know what you mean! same here. had to learn going through it all lol

[@kckawaa6902]

Clear, concise, ego-less delivery of information which is why I always end up on your videos. I wish I had you when I first started. Been telling myself I'll pick up Babyliss when my gear craps out. It's getting harder and harder to stick to that plan.

[@Staygold31]

I appreciate that!!

[@creepin305]

Been cutting 25 years great explanation !!!!!!!!!

[@Staygold31]

Thank you for watching!

[@cosmingabrielmanciu7069]

Watching your videos all the way from Romania! :) Great contet,great video quality and the explanations are just perfect, keep up the good work! 💯

[@Staygold31]

Wow thank you for watching from out there 🙏 😊

[@ray7102]

This video was super helpful. I’m not a barber just someone looking for quality tools to cut my own hair, and this video was not too technical or complicated. Thank you. 🙌

[@Staygold31]

Thank you and I’m glad i could help!

[@danielllacuna377]

I just got my hands on the BlackFx Clipper and Sophie, this blade speaks volume. My haircuts have been coming out clean and I only use a taper blade to detail now. 🔥🔥🔥

[@PENCILSandTRACKS]

Honestly so glad I found you. Followed you on as many platforms as possible and have just been binge watching your content. I’m as aspiring barber and am trying to not let things knock my focus. Love the realness of the stuff you put out there and it helps me recalibrate a bit

[@Staygold31]

Welcome aboard! I appreciate the massive support on the multi platforms and the genuine feedback!! Not much crazy editing on my videos although i wish i had a team for it, but i feel some raw and organic material should help take things straight to the point for viewers! Its easy to fall unmotivated. Its the same for me..so i'm always watching and seeing peoples stories to keep me going!!

[@PENCILSandTRACKS]

@@Staygold31 Regardless of the minimal editing, the stuff you cover keeps me engaged. You cut out the fluff real well! 💯

[@Staygold31]

@@PENCILSandTRACKS ahhh amazing to hear!! I'm always looking for feedback on those small details so i appreciate hearing your perspective on it!! :)

[@dennxsid9190]

I’ve been cutting my hair since quarantine started and i never knew there were diff blades for fade or tapers.

[@vicdacal5909]

Barber Godess!! I love this, idk how you don’t have 1,000,000 subs thank you

[@Staygold31]

Wow thanks so much! One day!

[@dgilton87]

this video was quite helpful... ive always used andis clipper and trimmer and when i finally got a hold of babyliss gold fx's i instantly loved them...

[@maynorsabillon2710]

Great job! Looked all around and this is so precise!

[@Staygold31]

Thanks so much for watching !

[@jaceyad1]

Awesome video Sophie, great content throughout the whole channel. Definitely subscribing.

[@Staygold31]

Awesome! Thank you! Happy to help! :D

[@MikePowerUp]

thank you for actually showing the blades up close and side by side. just watched 2 other videos and still didnt know which was which or the difference

[@Staygold31]

Haha i appreciate that feedback thank you!

[@TieDyeFTW]

Can confirm, I have Sophie’s influencer series Babyliss clipper, and the Graphite fade blade is my fav blade of all time. I remember having to constantly cool down the Stainless Steel blade on my Wahl Magic clipper. The heat dissipation and just longevity of the Graphite blade was a game changer for sure🙏🏼

[@monnddo]

Tbh I was sleeping on taper blade like 5 years and now I test the taper blade I love it

[@Staygold31]

foreal tho! i love fade blades but as of this year, i really been falling towards taper blades

[@BADAZZ93STANG]

Awesome video Ma'am!!! Great info!!! Shouts from the Memphis area!!!

[@katrinaolsen2444]

I’m a hairstylist making the change to barbering. Would you suggest buying the Fade or Taper blade first? TIA

[@Staygold31]

Make sure it’s one of these clippers if u build one or buy one but get a taper blade

[@katrinaolsen2444]

@@Staygold31 probably 20 or so years ago I thought if I ever got knuckle tattoos, it was going to be Stay Gold. I’m so glad that a dope lady , such as you, got them. 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@robrealcuts]

Is it worth buying the black graphite blade vs the original silver blade ?

[@thefaceofentertainment6643]

What's up Sophie I'm a barber in training and been watching your videos for a while man you guys give me motivation to keep going. I'm from Rochester, I was on the wrong path and got addicted to opiates, was bad off for 6 years. I had everything from my own car, place, my own home studio with a soundproof booth, went to college for music engineering, and when I graduated I was working with several artists who lead me down the wrong path. I know we all make our own decisions but it was a "you are who you hang around" kind of thing for me. Soon as you know it I became opiate dependant and got bad. Crashed 3 of my cars I owned over a few years, lost my home, my studio equipment and everything else including my grandmother who passed who raised me like her son. I went through alot Sophie, and told myself enough is enough. I have too much talent to be wasting. Today I'm almost 3 months clean not even a drink. Back to working out too. I don't wanna die man😔and I have a 12 year old son who needs me. I decided to throw myself into a 28 day rehab. Then after that I went into another rehab for 5 weeks. Now I'm in a halfway house for the next 3 months and then going to supportive living for 6 months after this. I'm taking all the help I can get because then there no excuses. I look up to you guys, and have been wanting to get into being a barber for the longest. I just bought a Wahl's Home Kit (model 78524) and a straight blade. Nothing big, but it's a start. I can't afford much more than that for the time being so these will do! I uploaded my first 2 haircuts I did this week with the Wahl's to my Google drive and would love for you to give me some feedback! Please, any criticism is good criticism. God bless. 1st haircut (mid fade, comb over) drive.google.com/file/d/1-GADsbjjy3Q6P-6rWpQp--sNmxf0-p7f/view?usp=drivesdk 2nd haircut (mid to high fade, comb over) drive.google.com/file/d/1-CT_7r_RNmIaI1Z9jUgma43oOeaXHDMN/view?usp=drivesdk Anyone else thats reading, all feedback and criticism is welcome, pleeeeease!!!! Thanks guys!!!!

[@Staygold31]

Whats going on! hey thanks for sharing that! the toughest times teach us our greatest lessons. Happy to hear you made it out and doing better! keep at it!

[@thefaceofentertainment6643]

@@Staygold31 Ty Sofie

[@jt2475]

Are you sober still?

[@NDG7583]

I have the gold FX.....can I change the fade blade in........both are compatibles? Thank you!!

[@Staygold31]

Yes all the babyliss fx blades are interchangeable

[@lanejsl]

Really helpful video. Thank you. Which would you recommend for beard trimming?

[@JuanGonzalez-hm8wv]

Im coppin one of the black fx clippers after watchin this dope vid!!

[@Staygold31]

You'll love that set 🙌

[@HaltnHustle]

I always rock a taper blade for the bottom of my fades and a fade blade for the top myself! Great video keep it up your awesome, thank you for taking the time! 🤘🏻

[@uknojo916]

Lmao definitely backwards

[@JG-ys6bq]

@@uknojo916 hall nah , taper blade doesn’t get as close as a fade blade .. it’s always better for the no guard guideline

[@mrphunky]

Wow now I understand. Thanks!!

[@shanur]

super excited for the more frequent content 🙏respect for the 💎💎💎

[@Staygold31]

Aye thank you! 🙏🏽❤️

[@gabrielsoriano6823]

sick video! got a cut done today forgot to take pictures but i really felt proud of my outline, i see my progress little by little 💪🏽

[@Staygold31]

That’s awesome Gabe!! Keep cutting and taking pictures !! Exactly little by little it’ll grow.

[@marioidgt9773]

Do you use or like ceramic blades?

[@jamesculpepper9011]

Have you ever tried the stylecraft faper blade

[@kinglexo9825]

coffee and barber talk thank you!

[@Staygold31]

Any time!

[@Danalvarez90]

Does the blade still matter after you put a guard on?

[@ginamaly6434]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience in barbering . Helps me feel better about my fades and speed is not everything. I’m in a shop that wants less than 15 min ☹️

[@Staygold31]

Every type of shop will teach u something. I did faster haircuts for the first 3 years til I figured out what works for me

[@marifeclark]

Great teaching. Standard Operating Procedure then Overrides the SOP when you are already full knowledge. thanks

[@Staygold31]

Glad it was helpful!

[@happyshears4600]

I definitely got a lot of value out of this Sophie, thank you!! If I could change one thing, it would be to consolidate the core stuff about the blades into this video and you're dropping into another video specific to those topics (EG: different types of barbers & speeds of cutting, finding your rhythm, etc.). that's just my two cents however, feel free to create however you want to & in a way that makes you happy with yourself & your content!! We appreciate what you're doing for us & pushing this industry 🖤 will continue to support

[@Staygold31]

No problem thank you for the feedback! 👌🏼❤️

[@Ev_Cutz]

What blade would you recommend to use for a beginner trying to do a high fade? with the self cut system dark night clipper how much would i have to adjust the blade for that? What's a good starting trimmer and shaver as well?

[@Staygold31]

For the beginner to do a high Paige, I would recommend a taper blade. I would adjust it not to be completely even but just sitting just barely below the snow blade set could be lithium FX plus Clipper lithium FX plus trimmer they’re the most affordable and lightest weight in the Babyliss lineup and they’re amazing.

[@Ev_Cutz]

@@Staygold31. Thank you

[@eman2537]

That Wolverine custom is so dope 🔥🔥🔥

[@Staygold31]

thank you!

[@iceyjf127]

Which blade removes guide lines (especially the skin one) more easier?

[@Staygold31]

If using foil shaver, the trimmer blade is going to remove the line. If shortest length is trimmer, either if these blades can remove line. User preference.

[@alexisava2487]

Super helpful thanx babe!

[@soulbarberful]

What the name of the Camera you're using and where can I find it

[@z3xbittell144]

I think taper blade is better for low gap or low distance fading and it can conect lower and higher hair better ( in compacts fade ). i.e tapper fade and so on. Dont you think so ? Please notice me by your opinion. 🙏🙂

[@Stinkaru17]

I tried the difference between the taper and fade man I think I’m digging the fade makes hairs cuts cleaner while the taper blade it blends the little details without taking too much off but can’t wait to cop the babyliss clipper and trimmer

[@Staygold31]

yeah that makes sense!! Everyone has their own preference :)

[@BobaDavis]

I have a good question for you: Do you find that both the DLC blade and the Graphite blade cut and manage heat just as well? Do you dind that the noise levels are nuch the same? I have a DLC blade on my Boost clipper, but I was curious about the Graphite blade.

[@Staygold31]

Hmm great question... idk that I notice one warms up more than another... but graphite feels like a softer metal than DLC so I feel like the friction on graphite might be lighter if that makes sense. Sound wise, i don't notice a difference. That's just a feeling i get from when I use em 🤔

[@BobaDavis]

@@Staygold31 Hmm, okay! Thanks for getting back to me about that, I really appreciate it.

[@ClippeR_GeniuS]

hello what blade do you use to remove lines in a fade? thanks

[@Staygold31]

U can use any blade style to remove lines

[@redw.2452]

Sofie please ask babyliss to make a wireless matt no offense to tomb 45 but all my tools /clippers are babyliss and OCD its killing me but personally I like Red Black so I'd like a babyliss matt those colors

[@Guayapepper]

I know that the Babyliss fade blade and the Wahl fade blades are interchangeable. Which would you say is thinner/ more precise?

[@jermyfrancis]

Wow Sofie. I was sold with buying the clipper and you finish the video convincing me to get a DJI Pocket too 🥴

[@Staygold31]

You should! LOL i bring it with me everywhere !! even for simple videos. Way easy to transfer back to your phone too!

[@chrisblack6853]

Dope video definitely 💯

[@Staygold31]

Appreciate it!

[@titletightking4770]

You look kool wit the neck tattoo.... Salute 👍

[@vitorcardozo6532]

Without experience ..To do a taper , fade blade or taper blade ?

[@Staygold31]

Without experience the taper blade will be more helpful!

[@Longenecker1776]

Taper blade

[@jaredevans8441]

What is the best babyliss clipper out now to trim my beard down?

[@robertmarkiewicz3058]

I always have this problem for some reason but my babyliss pro rosegold fell and i tryed to fix it and zero gap it again and its just not working so im guessing i need a replacment blade. I have 2 of them so i wanted to try and get the black graphite fade blade. So my question is 1- do you think that will fix my problem? And 2- my blade says its a fx801r and i wana know which replacemt blade will fit on it correctly. None of them say that exact right number

[@MADEnAMERICA78]

Thanks Sophie! 🙏🏻

[@Staygold31]

ur so very welcome! thanks for watching ! :)

[@Jslide12345]

Hi sofie question can a whal 7200rpm fit in a gamma +protege clipper?

[@neko_the_barber9000]

Babyliss Taper Blades Are The Truth!!, my blades allow me to hear every hair being cut (the silver blades at least) and I can't wait to try out the graphite set, thanks for the content and valuable insight based on your experience.

[@jesusreal77]

How’s the graphite fade blade bro ?

[@johnnyboyify]

If changing from a taper blade to the fade blade, does the moving blade (the blade at the bottom) need to be changed as well or they are all the same for babyliss?

[@Inter7Quaresma]

Did you ever get your answer wondering the same thing

[@JG-ys6bq]

They all the same

[@Lahud33]

Hey Sofie good question for you do you think the babyliss shaver will be good for women legs my daughter wants a electric shaver and I was wondering if this shaver would be good for that?

[@Staygold31]

If the hair is already short with stubbles then yes! It won’t remove hair that’s longer but it’s something already cut and short it works very well without irritation

[@deadfresh3937]

What is the best shaver to get today from babyliss

[@Staygold31]

Depends on the user … some prefer lightweight so they get the single foil while some love the heavier one and will get the double foil. I currently love the newest one from Fx3 line .. lightweight and most powerful motor. It officially releases September to all stores

[@animecritic]

Hey Sofie! I bought my first Babyliss Clipper and I got the one with the fade blade. I have a question about hair snagging. I made sure the moving blade and the still blade are overlapping (to cut) but its still snagging. I oiled them well and made sure it was clean. Any ideas?

[@Staygold31]

This might sound weird but i don’t oil them much! If it’s the graphite fade blade they tend to stay pretty self lubricated (as that’s one of the benefits of that material) - like i only use disinfectant spray before and after each cut and they never snag for me. They will also catch hair in between if u cut on wet hair like for myself, i always make sure it’s dry before cutting even tho most clippers are for both- i try to avoid a large dose of moist hair getting stuck.

[@jamarone5902]

Thank you so much

[@ljubconaumovski7408]

Hi Sophie, I'ma in really big trouble and i hope so that you will help me, i have got fx880E model and i have lost the plastic piece a long time ago which is fit the blade and i can't use my clipper anymore.Can you tell me does plastic piece comes in the package in fx8010B when i buy a new replacement blade ?

[@129mademazin]

what blade do you prefer for african american clients

[@Staygold31]

Both works !

[@heavychevy383]

im considering these clippers, & had some questions about the blades inperticular so i jjust wanted to say thank u for ur really good breakdown & explanations

[@Staygold31]

Glad I could help!

[@TruongBruce]

WHERE DO I BUY YOUR CLIPPER.?

[@clippinnate]

Does this fade blade snag skin ?

[@Staygold31]

hell na. This is the smoothest fade blade i've used

[@zandaka1309]

have you had any problems with the babyliss taper blade snagging hair? I don’t have that problem with the fade blade.

[@jaysteph2978]

I learned a lot from this queen today

[@Urk09]

Dropping 💎 I appreciate the information thank you 👑💪🏽

[@Staygold31]

Any time!

[@samlee458]

does the graphite taper blade fit the wahl seniors without modifications?

[@JG-ys6bq]

no

[@rbrown_barber4231]

You are awesome!!! Real talk!!!

[@elizabethsprinz9683]

Sophie, I need a new trimmer. Presently, I have an Andis. It is rough and hurts the skin. Also, I am not the best at zero-gaping. What do you recommend? Want one comfortable in the hand, cuts hair effortlessly (but not the skin) and a pleasure to use. Would love to see your tutorials on giving a beautiful, smooth haircut with no lines. Thank you for being you!

[@josedominguez4119]

Would it be more conveniente to upgrade to a taper blade since i usually just get a taper?

[@zumbafanification51]

For the first time the caption is the word you say. Well explain. Can you tell me again the name of your camera? Thanks.

[@noneh6916]

man was this video useful, appreciate the in depth perspective on the two blades

[@Staygold31]

Thank you for watching!!

[@olliethebarber]

Great episode!!

[@Beatbyawhiteboy]

I like how the black/gold clipper matches your appearance.

[@ef783]

What tips do you have for cutting straight coarse spikey Asian hair? I struggle with giving them fades

[@Staygold31]

hella practice lol you can't get good at something you don't fail at over and over again. :)

[@vikasnimbalkar7875]

Okay I'm coming for your Instagram and literally just I'm become a your biggest fan ❤😘 you always are inspire me ✨🥺 love from india

[@Staygold31]

ur the best! thank you! Much love to India ! ❤️

[@Stinkaru17]

Btw is there a difference The .5 from wahl and babylisspro guards? The wahl seems to cut shorter

[@Staygold31]

Wahl and babyliss fx guards are the same universal fit...they're probably close in size..but i dont really focus much on the exact size.... to make a difference on how a cut comes out

[@Stinkaru17]

@@Staygold31 i understand its because i have both .5 guards and the babyliss seems a little thick compare too the wahl grey guard that we have all seen before i used both and got two different shadings in lightness i tested it out today

[@anthonydaniel172]

hey i got the red and gold babyliss clipper and i love the fade blades... witch blade should i go with ? i want to change the taper blade it comes with, plz help me lol

[@Staygold31]

I’m confused by the question. Lol get a fade blade ??

[@anthonydaniel172]

@@Staygold31 lol i feel dumb pretty much my clipper wasnt zero gapping how i wanted but now i got it from watching ur videos so now ima keep it and have my other clipper with the fade blade :)

[@basurtoalexis6582]

could i use the black graphite fade blade on the rob the original white fx?????

[@Staygold31]

Yes!

[@basurtoalexis6582]

@@Staygold31 thank you so much!!! i'm gonna go out and buy that graphite fade blade it looks amazing 🔥

[@malcomx5632]

What is the difference?

[@coffeenkicks9961]

When will we be able to purchase the fade blade and other blade options in the uk? 3rd party via eBay is just insane on the shipping

[@Staygold31]

I wish i had the answer for this! That region of the company runs differently than US. Maybe find a specific barber supply that happens to get ahold of more selections in the US? I see them randomly pop up on IG carrying newer items

[@T_Josef]

Yellow and blue colours is so Ukrainian! I love it!!!

[@dub-sixgamer3312]

Can I do a high fade with a taper blade?

[@edwardzapata5691]

All in all you prefer to cut with taper blades?

[@Staygold31]

Current day, i prefer taper blades over fade blades.

[@JG-ys6bq]

@@Staygold31 why did it change ??

[@daselrojas8172]

does anyone know if that taper blade opens up to a 1 detachable blade,

[@amadocapo3523]

New sub... Just wondering wheres the best place to buy the blades

[@Staygold31]

Babyliss Amazon page or clipperdepot.com

[@LA-ni1jb]

Are those fx red coming out again. They sold out everywhere

[@Staygold31]

They are limited edition. whatever you can find should be what's left!

[@thesnacksyndicate]

Some 💎s thanks 👍

[@Staygold31]

No problem 👍! thanks for watching :)

[@lalo9907]

I've been a barber for over a long time and used different clippers and trimmers. But these babybliss clippers nd trimmers are the best out there, in my opinion.

[@domexshot]

I love my fast feeds can anyone tell me which blade would come the closest to that ? Great vid!

[@JG-ys6bq]

Taper

[@jjmarquez87]

Learn something new everyday.

[@lynnloui35]

I cut with two hands especially around the temple i find i have to for control but my hands are always swollen and sore. Ppl look at me funny when i do it 🤣. I use way too many levels but im learning finally to skip. I use all levels on clippers and the 0, .5, 1, 1 1/2, so on 😆 but im working on it. Feels good to finally get some traction. A lot of which is thanks to you and your videos. ❤

[@austinbravoaldama3990]

Thanks 🙏 for your vid. Really helpful and in explaining how to use the different kinds of blades and also metal quality which makes sense, and not to oil your Clippers a lot. 💯

[@Staygold31]

Glad it was helpful! Thats super important to know. the jam up doesn't allow them to work well!! older model blades needed heavy oiling but these new material blades are so much smoother :D

[@zay2b274]

This video is 💪💪💪

[@Staygold31]

thank you!

[@lynnloui35]

I have the Babyliss fx trimmer skeleton in chameleon, and somehow the blade broke a tooth. But i cannot find a replacement blade for the chameleon trimmers to save my life on the internet. Whats up w this?!?

[@lynnloui35]

Can i just get a graphite deep tooth blade and put it on the chameleonfx?

[@hostile671]

Just got your Black and Gold PRO FX today and was bummed it wasn’t the one with you on the box. All good tho, the clippers are dope.