Strawberry Fade Explained
The original strawberry fade meme referred to a closely shaved head. The term took off on TikTok after cosmetic and hair transplant surgeon Dr. Rob Berberian created videos showing scalps that were pink or red with blood, with tiny holes where the hair follicles had been buzzed. Rather than an appealing haircut trend, the strawberry fade is a meme about a gross look created in preparation for a hair transplant. After user @drrobberberian1’s videos went viral, the look became known as the trypophobia fade. Trypophobia refers to an unofficial disorder in which looking at images or things with small holes, bumps, or patterns causes a strong sense of unease and anxiety. Over time, other creators have made their own viral strawberry fade videos. Most show a close shave, but some put unique spins on the trend.
Strawberry Fade Meme Examples
Most strawberry fade TikToks show a shaved scalp. Text overlaid in the video or the caption of the TikTok indicates in a joking tone that it’s the strawberry fade. For example, Dr. Berberian’s TikToks will joke that the patient only asked for a slight trim, but got a strawberry fade instead (when they’re actually receiving a hair transplant.) In another viral video, user @cole_durbin gave someone a close shave down the center of his head, calling it the strawberry fade. Another look that commenters claim is the strawberry fade is the R9 haircut, a look Brazilian footballer Ronaldo Nazario wore at the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The look features a head completely shaved except for a small tuft of hair at the front.
In one viral TikTok, a man uses strawberries to dye a fade. User @officialmartyblendz, a barber and content creator, created this variation on the strawberry fade. In the video, he pours a strawberry smoothie on his model’s hair to dye it pink before shaving it into a fade style. It’s unclear if the strawberry mixture dyed the model’s hair, or if actual hair dye was used behind the scenes.
An AI-generated strawberry fade haircut went viral. The TikTok, posted by user @txrek_, shows a man with an AI-generated fade haircut that resembles the tip of a strawberry. Users debate in the comments about signs this strawberry fade was created using AI, such as its unnatural glossiness and the warping of the barber’s hands at the start of the TikTok. The creator who uploaded this video is known for his disruptive AI-generated content.
Keeping Strawberry Blonde Hair From Fading
Use color-depositing shampoo and conditioner. These products coat your hair cuticles in pigment, helping to enhance your natural color. While not dyes, they can have the same strong effects. Try your best to find the right color before using the product, and test on a small strand that’s underneath most of your hair before applying all over.
Cover your hair when you’re in the sun. Studies have found that exposure to UV light contributes to fading of artificial hair color. Even if you have natural, undyed hair, you’ll want to protect it from sun damage by covering it with a parasol, hood, hat, or bandana. Add UV-protectant products to your hair care routine to help prevent fading.
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