Haircut
Skin Fade / Taper
30–45 minutes
A detailed skin fade or taper, tailored to your hair, head shape and style, finished with styling.
- Jodie & Melissa£25
- Joe, Senior Barber£30
- Craig, Master Barber£35
Esquire Barbers UK · Skin Fades
Skin Fades & Tapers in Burscough
Blended to suit your hair, head shape and personal style.
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A fade that’s blended properly, never rushed
A good skin fade lives or dies on the blend. At Esquire Barbers UK, in the Old Post Office Building on Liverpool Road North, every fade or taper starts with a quick chat about how short you want to go, where the fade should sit and what you’d like on top. Then we take the time to get the graduation smooth, with no lines or patches, and style it so you walk out ready to go.
High, mid or low, skin or a softer taper: we tailor it to your hair, your head shape and the way you actually wear it day to day.
The service
What’s included
Our Skin Fade / Taper is a full haircut, not just the sides. A fade suits almost anyone who likes a clean, low-maintenance look. If you work somewhere more formal, or want something that grows out more gently, a taper keeps a little length at the bottom and is a good middle ground.
- A consultation on length, fade height and the style on top
- Skin fade or taper, blended exactly how you like it
- The top cut to match, so the whole haircut works together
- Finished with styling and attention to every detail
From£25
Time30–45 min
With Craig£35
Skin Fade Prices
Prices depend on who you book with. Choose your barber on Fresha.
Combo
Skin Fade & Beard
About 1 hour
A skin fade or taper with your beard trimmed and shaped to match, for a sharp finish from top to chin.
- Jodie & Melissa£35
- Joe, Senior Barber£40
Just after a beard tidy? See our beard trims.
Who to book
Every barber here does a sharp fade. Here’s how to pick.
Master Barber · Co-owner
Craig Molyneux
Barbering since 2012, with fades and traditional barbering second nature. His rule: you don’t leave until he’s happy with it.
Skin Fade £35
Senior Barber · Co-owner
Joe
A perfectionist with a love of classic, timeless cuts, who makes sure you know how to style it at home.
Skin Fade £30
Barber
Jodie
Loves shorter cuts and anything a little different, so a great choice if your fade is part of something alternative, like a mullet.
Skin Fade £25
Barber
Melissa
Around six years behind the chair and a careful, detail-first approach. She’ll get exactly what you want before she starts.
Skin Fade £25
Keeping your fade sharp
A few simple habits make a big difference between visits.
- Book your next one earlyFades grow out fastest at the sides, so a tidy-up every two to four weeks keeps the blend crisp.
- Keep product on topA small amount of matte paste or clay through the top is plenty. Heavy product on the faded area just looks greasy.
- Look after your scalpFreshly faded skin catches the sun easily, so use SPF or wear a cap on bright days.
- Leave the blend to usA quick neck tidy at home is fine, but trimming the fade yourself usually means a shorter fade next time.
Skin Fade FAQs
How much is a skin fade at Esquire Barbers UK?
A Skin Fade / Taper is £25 with Jodie or Melissa, £30 with Joe and £35 with Craig. The price depends on who you book with.
How long does a skin fade take?
Allow 30 to 45 minutes, including the consultation and styling.
What’s the difference between a skin fade and a taper?
A skin fade blends right down to the skin. A taper keeps a little length at the bottom and grows out more softly. If you’re not sure which suits you, ask during your consultation.
Can I get my beard done at the same time?
Yes. The Skin Fade & Beard combo is £35 with Jodie or Melissa and £40 with Joe, and takes about an hour.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
Walk-ins are welcome, but we’re mainly by appointment, so booking on Fresha is the best way to get the barber and time you want.
More at Esquire
Everything we do, from quick beard tidies to full restyles.
Visit Us
Find us in Burscough village
Esquire Barbers UKThe Old Post Office Building, Liverpool Rd N,
Burscough, L40 4BY
01704 807557
- Opposite The Hopvine pub, in the centre of Burscough village
- A 2-minute walk from Burscough Bridge station
- Parking: 3 hours free at the nearby Tesco
- Walk-ins welcome, but we’re mainly by appointment
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:00 – 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 9:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday | 9:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 9:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 7:30 – 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Ready for a fresh fade?
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