Fades · Covina
Fades in Covina, cut clean since 1974
Where can I get a fade in Covina?
Ramon's Barber Shop Hair Styling does fades at Covina Plaza, 831 W Covina Blvd, Covina, CA 91722. The shop has been in Covina since 1974 and cuts skin, low, mid, and high fades plus tapers. Walk-ins are welcome, or book online. Call (626) 967-0560. A fade starts at $28 and takes about 40 to 45 minutes.
- Price
- From $28
- Time
- 40–45 min
- Where
- Covina Plaza, 831 W Covina Blvd, Covina, CA 91722
- Walk-ins
- Welcome
The complete answer
Ramon's Barber Shop Hair Styling is a Covina barbershop at 831 W Covina Blvd in Covina Plaza, near N Azusa Ave. It has served Covina since 1974. A fade is a cut where the hair on the sides and back gets gradually shorter as it goes down, blending from longer hair up top to very short or bare skin near the neck and ears. Fades come in different heights. A low fade starts just above the ears, a mid fade starts around the temple, and a high fade starts near the top of the head. A skin fade takes the bottom all the way down to bare skin. A taper is the lighter version that only shortens the hair at the sideburns and neckline. A fade at Ramon's starts at $28 and takes about 40 to 45 minutes. Walk-ins are welcome, or book online. Call (626) 967-0560.
Fade types: skin, low, mid, and high
The height of a fade is where the shortest part starts climbing into the longer hair. Higher means more contrast and a bolder look. Lower means more conservative.
- Low fade: blend starts just above the ear and follows the hairline around the back. Works for the office and grows out quietly.
- Mid fade: blend starts around the temple. The most common middle ground.
- High fade: blend starts up near the crown line. Sharp contrast with the top.
- Skin fade (also called a bald fade): the bottom goes down to bare skin with a foil shaver or razor. Can be low, mid, or high.
Taper vs fade: what's the difference
A taper only shortens the hair at the edges, meaning the sideburns and the neckline. Most of the sides keep some length. It looks natural and grows out slowly.
A fade blends the whole side and back down to very short or bare skin. It's a more noticeable change and needs touch-ups sooner. If you're unsure, a taper is the safer first step. You can always go shorter next time.
How to ask for a fade in Covina
Say the height, how short the bottom goes, and what you want on top. Those three things cover most fades.
- "Mid skin fade, number 2 on top blended in, line up the front."
- "Low fade starting at a 1, leave the top long, scissors only."
- "High bald fade, leave about an inch and a half on top."
- "Just a taper on the sides and neckline, keep the rest a number 3."
- "Burst fade around the ear, keep the back longer."
Fade price and how long it takes
A fade starts at $28. Fades take more blending than a basic clipper cut, so plan on about 40 to 45 minutes. Skin fades usually run a bit longer because of the extra detail work at the bottom.
Keeping a fade sharp
Fades show growth fast. A skin fade starts looking soft after about a week and a half. Most people with tight fades come back every two to three weeks. Low fades and tapers can stretch to four weeks.
Don't try to touch up the fade line yourself at home. It's easy to push the blend higher than you wanted.
Know what to ask for
Taper, low, mid or high?
Ask for
“Low fade, blended into the length up top.”
- Grows out in
- 2 to 3 weeks
- Price · time
- From $28 · 40–45 min
- Good for
- A first fade, or clean but low-key
Want it down to bare skin? Add “skin fade” to any of these.
Which fade is best for a first-timer?
Start with a low fade or a taper. Both give a clean look without a dramatic change, and they grow out without an obvious line. Once you see how it sits on your head, you can move up to a mid or high fade on the next visit.
What is a skin fade vs a bald fade?
They're the same thing. Both mean the shortest part of the fade goes down to bare skin, usually finished with a foil shaver or a razor. The height can still be low, mid, or high. Just say "skin" or "bald" plus the height you want.
What's a drop fade or burst fade?
A drop fade curves down behind the ear so it sits lower at the back of the head. A burst fade rounds out in a half circle around the ear and leaves the back longer. Both are variations on where the blend sits, not different techniques.
Does a fade work with curly or thick hair?
Yes. Fades work on almost every hair type. Thick or curly hair actually shows the contrast between the short sides and the fuller top really well. Mention your hair type so the barber can plan how much to leave on top.
Can I walk in for a fade at Ramon's?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome at the Covina Plaza shop on W Covina Blvd. You can also book online to pick a time. Call (626) 967-0560 if you have questions first.
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831 W Covina Blvd, Covina. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM (closed Sunday and Monday). Take the next open chair, or book ahead and skip the wait.
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