Should I book an appointment for back and sides (skin fade)?+
Booking ahead is recommended for back and sides (skin fade) at O’Neill’s Gents Barbers. Jo works mainly by appointment, so arranging a time by WhatsApp, text message or a telephone call to 07785 282508 helps you plan your day without sitting in a queue. Jo may be able to fit in an occasional walk-in if she has some free time, but she cannot promise immediate availability. Contact her before travelling, especially if you are coming from outside Rusthall or need to fit your haircut around other commitments.
How much does back and sides (skin fade) cost?+
The current price on the barber’s supplied price board is £17.00 for back and sides (skin fade). Prices are shown on the website so you can decide whether the service is right for you before you visit. If you are not sure whether your chosen style falls under this service or another item on the list, ask Jo before the cut begins. For instance, changing the length or combining a haircut with beard work may call for a different service. You can call the shop directly to check prices before travelling.
What should I ask for when I arrive?+
You do not need to know technical barbering terms. Explain the outcome you want, which parts of your current hairstyle you like and what you would change. For back and sides (skin fade), the usual aim is a crisp, defined finish around the sides and neckline; the work can include a closely clipped fade on the sides and back with a smooth transition into longer hair. A photograph is useful when you have a particular finish in mind, but it is equally fine to talk through the options. A skin fade is about the transition, not simply taking the shortest clipper over the whole head. Jo can discuss how high you would like the fade and how sharply you want the outline finished. Jo can clarify the plan before cutting, including how short the hair will be in different areas and whether you need another service.
Is this suitable for my hair and routine?+
This service is often chosen by customers wanting a close, clean fade without necessarily reshaping the top, but suitability comes down to the existing length, texture, growth pattern and the finish you want. The cutting approach may use progressively changing clipper lengths and refining the blend. If you are growing your hair out, prefer minimal daily styling or want to change an established look, mention this at the outset. Jo can help you understand whether this is the most appropriate choice from the price list and suggest an alternative if necessary. It is better to agree on the right service than to force the wrong style.
Where is O’Neill’s and how can I contact Jo?+
You can find O’Neill’s Gents Barbers at 34 Rusthall High Street, Rusthall, Tunbridge Wells TN4 8RY. Rusthall is just outside central Tunbridge Wells, so the shop is convenient for customers living in the village and nearby areas. Use the Google Maps directions button on this page for the exact location instead of relying on an approximate map image. To ask a question about back and sides (skin fade), discuss the type of cut you are after or arrange an appointment by WhatsApp, text or telephone on 07785 282508. Jo may also have an occasional walk-in gap. The website also includes the rest of the service menu and prices.
