Thank you Hairenough. That comment officially wins you a gold star!

The sides aren't as short as they look. I slick them back.
Plus, because I had a scalp reduction in the 90s, my piece doesn't come down the sides at all. Its really just on top, so it makes blending a lot easier.

PS. @Imahologram,
I too was interested in the small pore thing you mentioned.
I've never heard of it before.