How Long Should Hair Be for a Burst Fade?
For a burst fade, hair on top and at the back should be about 2 to 3 inches long, so your barber has length to leave. For a mullet or curls, 3 to 5 inches or more shows the style best.
Why length matters
A burst fade fades the hair around the ear and leaves the rest. If the top and back are too short, there is not much contrast to show.
Guide by style
- Short, neat look: about 2 to 3 inches on top.
- Quiff or textured top: 3 to 4 inches.
- Curls: 3 inches or more, so the curl shows.
- Burst fade mullet: 4 to 6 inches at the back.
Not long enough yet?
Your barber can still do a lower, softer version, like a low burst fade. Tell us how you want it to grow out.
Ready for yours? Book a fade online: Mountain View, Sunnyvale or Campbell. You get $10 off your first service when you book online.
Questions customers ask
Can I get a burst fade with short hair?
Yes, but there is less contrast. A low burst fade works well with shorter hair.
How long does a burst fade take to grow out?
The fade softens in 2 to 3 weeks. The length on top grows about half an inch a month.
Where can I book a burst fade?
Book online at any of our 3 shops in Mountain View, Sunnyvale and Campbell. Hair services run 6 AM to midnight by appointment, and you get $10 off your first service when you book online.
Book Your Burst Fade at Dandies
Pick the shop closest to you. Hair services run 6 AM to midnight by appointment. Customer service is available 24 hours.
Dandies is family owned, with family grooming roots since 1988. Hair services run 6 AM to midnight by appointment. Customer service is available 24 hours.