Skin Fades
Razor-sharp skin, low, mid and high fades blended seamlessly into your length and style.
A great fade is all in the blend — and it is what we do best. Our barbers work the clippers through every guard, refining the gradient by eye until skin melts seamlessly into length with no harsh lines and no patchiness. Whether you want a subtle taper, a sharp mid fade or a clean bald skin fade, we build it around your hair type, your head shape and the look you are after, and finish every cut with a crisp razored outline and a styled top.
Why choose Blackwood for skin fades
A seamless blend
Every guard worked by eye for a smooth gradient with no harsh lines, ledges or patchiness.
Built around you
Low, mid, high, drop or bald — shaped to your hair type, head shape and the style on top.
Sharp finish
A clean razored neckline and outline, then styled and product-finished before you leave the chair.
What’s included
- Low, mid, high and drop skin fades
- Bald and zero fades to clean skin
- Taper fades for a subtle, smart finish
- Clipper-over-comb blending into longer length
- Razored necklines and crisp outlines
- Styled and product-finished to your liking
Book your skin fades
Tell us when suits and we’ll confirm your slot — or book instantly online.
Skin Fades — your questions answered
Straight answers to the questions we hear most. Still unsure? Give us a call — we are happy to help.
Do you take walk-ins, or do I need to book?
Both. Walk-ins are always welcome and we keep chairs free for them every day — but Saturdays and late afternoons get busy, so we recommend booking online to guarantee your slot and skip the wait. If you have a barber you prefer, booking is the surest way to get them.
How often should I get a fade to keep it sharp?
A skin fade looks its sharpest for the first week to ten days and starts to grow out after that. Most of our fade regulars come in every two to three weeks to stay crisp; if you want it looking immaculate at all times, weekly or fortnightly is ideal. We are happy to advise based on your hair type and how fast it grows.
How do I book an appointment?
The quickest way is to book online through our booking system — pick your service, your barber and a time that suits you, and you are set. You can also call the shop or message us, and of course you are always welcome to simply walk in.
Can I pay by card?
Yes. We take all major debit and credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay, as well as cash. There is no minimum spend and no card surcharge.
Ready for a fresh cut?
Book your chair online in seconds, or just walk in — chairs kept free every day. Master barbers, a sharp finish and a proper barbershop experience on Hornchurch High Street.