--- title: "Skin Fade | Peter Joannou Male Grooming and Barber Shop" description: "Clean, close skin fade with a shampoo cut and precise finish. Consultation led and tailored to your head shape and hair type in Brighton." canonical: "https://www.peterjoannou.co.uk/services/skin-fade" --- ![Man in white t-shirt with high skin fade haircut and trimmed jawline beard, facing left](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fman-profile-skin-fade-beard.jpg%3Fv%3D1769078990792&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Haircut Brighton # Skin Fade in Brighton From £30 From 30 mins [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/a573e4eb-9519-4535-832f-e82f4a6c4099/book?service=6971f5f10b7ac6f56607b3e6) A skin fade is a clean, close finish that blends from skin at the sides and back into your chosen length on top. It is a sharp, modern look that suits everything from a subtle, professional tidy-up to a bolder, higher fade, all finished with a proper shampoo cut and styling. ## What your skin fade covers A consultation-led cut focused on clean blending and a balanced shape. - Quick chat on what you want (low, mid or high fade, and how tight to go) - Shampoo and cut to prep the hair and set the shape - Skin fade clipper work with smooth transitions and tidy detailing - Blending into the top length so it looks natural from every angle - Edging and finishing for a crisp outline (kept realistic to your hairline) - Styling and simple advice so it is easy to manage at home ### Who a skin fade is best for A skin fade works well if you want a consistently sharp finish that grows out neatly. It is ideal for: - Men who like a clean, structured look for work and weekends - Anyone who wants a close, cooler feel around the sides and neckline - Clients who train regularly and want a cut that stays tidy - Short styles that pair well with a closely groomed beard - Those who keep their hair very short alongside SMP or tricopigmentation (appearance-led, not medical) ### How the appointment works We start with a quick consultation to agree the fade height, the level of skin exposure, and how you wear the top. The cut includes a shampoo to reset the hair, then the fade is built in stages for a smooth blend rather than harsh steps. Finally, the neckline and edges are refined and the cut is styled to show the finished shape. ### Aftercare and maintenance To keep a skin fade looking crisp, most people rebook more often than with a longer cut. At home, use a light styling product that suits your hair type and avoid overloading the top so the fade stays balanced. If you want it looking fresh for a specific date, book a few days before rather than the night before. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/a573e4eb-9519-4535-832f-e82f4a6c4099/book?service=6971f5f10b7ac6f56607b3e6) ## Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between a skin fade and a taper fade? A skin fade blends right down to the skin at the sides and back, so it looks very clean and close. A taper fade keeps some length at the bottom and looks softer and more traditional. Does the skin fade include a wash and cut on top? Yes, this service is a shampoo cut with a skin fade finish. We will still tailor the top length and shape, not just the sides. How often should I get a skin fade? It depends how sharp you like it, but many clients rebook every 2 to 3 weeks. If you prefer a slightly more grown-in look, you may stretch it to around 4 weeks. Can you do a skin fade if my hairline is receding or I’m thinning? Yes, a fade can be adjusted to suit your head shape and hair density. We will keep the finish realistic and recommend a fade height and top length that looks balanced as it grows out. How should I explain the fade I want? The easiest way is to ask for a low, mid, or high skin fade and say how tight you want it at the bottom. If you have a reference photo, bring it in and we will match it to your hair type and styling routine. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/a573e4eb-9519-4535-832f-e82f4a6c4099/book?service=6971f5f10b7ac6f56607b3e6) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Smiling middle-aged man with closely cropped gray hair and short beard wearing a black t-shirt](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fpeter-joannou-brighton-48x61.webp%3Fv%3D1768318979011&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) Peter Joannou Expert Barber [View](/team-members/peter-joannou) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Shampoo, Cut and Finish £30•30 mins [View](/services/shampoo-cut-and-finish) - Shampoo, Cut and Finish & Beard Trim & Line Up From £47.50•45 mins [View](/services/shampoo-cut-and-finish-and-beard-trim-and-line-up) - Shampoo, Cut and Finish and Hot Towel Shave £47.50•45 mins [View](/services/shampoo-cut-and-finish-and-hot-towel-shave) - Hairline Clean Up, Wash and Style £21.50•15 mins [View](/services/hairline-clean-up-wash-and-style) Show more services - Dry Hair Cut and Style £27•30 mins [View](/services/dry-hair-cut-and-style) - Clipper Cut Brighton £22•15 mins [View](/services/clipper-cut-brighton) - Back and Sides Trim, Dry on Dry Hair £22•15 mins [View](/services/back-and-sides-trim-dry-on-dry-hair) - Clipper Cut and Beard Trim £36•45 mins [View](/services/clipper-cut-and-beard-trim) ## Related Blog Posts - [![Person with brown mullet haircut wearing a white t-shirt in a salon interior](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fmullet-peter-joannou-barbers-brighton.png%3Fv%3D1771061627048&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_DEc4fGhEc1SCRZZutzoEsRuDy1CJ) ### Modern Mullet vs Classic Mullet, What’s the Difference Modern mullet vs classic mullet, a barber explains the difference, which suits you, what to ask for, and how to style it, written by Peter in Brighton. 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