Generated illustrationskin fade
Frequent upkeepstraight + wavy
Skin Fade
A high-contrast fade blended down to bare skin, with a sharp finish and frequent upkeep.
Illustrative only. Not a prediction or barber-reviewed reference.
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Fade type guide
Skin Fade Styles
Skin fades blend all the way to bare skin and need the most precise barber work.
The cards below use generated illustrations that are not barber reviewed. Fade names can vary by shop, so confirm the transition height and shortest point in person.
Generated illustrationskin fade
Frequent upkeepstraight + wavy
Buzz Cut Fade
A short buzz cut blended into a fade, built for a clean low-maintenance top and a sharp perimeter.
Illustrative only. Not a prediction or barber-reviewed reference.
Generated illustrationskin fade
Frequent upkeepstraight + wavy
Fade Buzz Cut
A general fade buzz cut for people deciding between low, mid, high, skin, and taper versions.
Illustrative only. Not a prediction or barber-reviewed reference.
Generated illustrationskin fade
Frequent upkeepstraight + wavy
Skin Fade Buzz Cut
A high-contrast buzz cut blended down to bare skin, with a very sharp finish and frequent maintenance.
Illustrative only. Not a prediction or barber-reviewed reference.