Precise Fades
Reviews describe clean skin fades, sharp lineups and meticulous blending, including beard fades shaped exactly to the requested style.
Fade & Shave Barbers
Dubai Marina
Fade & Shave Barbers is a boutique gents barbershop in Dubai Marina, covering everyday cuts as well as beard work and facial treatments. Reviews highlight precise fades, careful beard shaping and small comforts such as a warm face towel and bottled water.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
3,064 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Long Hair
One review specifically says the barber handled long men's hair well, then trimmed the beard and cleaned facial and nose hair.
Clean Shop
Several visitors mention a clean shop and a welcoming atmosphere, which helps the service feel more comfortable.
Clear Communication
A visitor who did not speak the language perfectly said the barber understood the requested cut and what style would suit them.
Useful Comforts
Small touches such as bottled water and a warm towel for the face were specifically appreciated during the service.
Child Friendly
A review says the barber was patient with a three-year-old and delivered the haircut requested for a school photo.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm Costs. Before treatment starts, ask for the total price and confirm every add-on; reviews report unexpected facial, mask and haircut charges.
Decline Extras. If you only want a haircut or beard trim, say so clearly and check that facials, masks and products are not being added.
Clarify Service. Confirm whether your requested beard work includes a haircut: one customer was quoted 85 AED, then charged 215 AED after a haircut was added.
Check Treatments. Ask what a mask or facial contains before agreeing; one reviewer reported intense burning the following day after a hair and face mask.
Request Comforts. A warm face towel and bottled water are among the small touches mentioned positively, so you can ask whether they are included.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Mamsha St
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Manicure and pedicure
Reviews mention manicure and pedicure services alongside hair and facial treatments.
Hair washed
One visitor chose the fuller grooming session, including a haircut, beard shave and hair wash.
Common Concerns
Price Clarity
Some customers say extra treatments were added or recommended without clear upfront pricing, producing bills far above the expected haircut cost.
Sales Pressure
Reviews describe repeated pressure to accept facials, masks and product purchases, even after customers declined.
Skin Irritation
One customer reported severe burning the day after a hair and face mask treatment.
Uneven Beard
A dissatisfied visitor said the beard trim left both sides uneven, with hair at inconsistent lengths.
Inconsistent Cuts
One group reported crooked haircuts, cheap tools and neck irritation after their visit.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 130
quick haircut
“I simply visited for a quick haircut (expecting a bill of AED 130)”Google review · February 2026
AED 600
anti-aging facial
“Tarek advised that I must do the facial and it would take only “10 minutes max” with no further explanation, yet I was charged AED 600 for this”Google review · February 2026
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The Bottom Line
Fade & Shave Barbers is a Dubai Marina gents barbershop where customers come for skin fades, beard shaping, facials, and grooming extras such as manicures and pedicures. The strongest review pattern is careful barbering: visitors describe clean blends, sharp beard lineups, successful work on long men's hair, and cuts that match what they asked for. One review also says a three-year-old was handled patiently.
The shop is repeatedly described as clean, hospitable and comfortable. Small touches matter here: one visitor mentioned bottled water and a warm face towel, while another praised the relaxed service after travelling. It can work for a quick trim or a more involved grooming session, including a haircut and facial together.
The important caution is pricing and consent. Multiple reviews say customers were pushed towards facials, hot-oil treatments, masks or products, with one expected AED 130 haircut ending near AED 1,000 and another customer charged AED 600 for an anti-aging facial they say they did not agree to. Confirm the exact service, price and any add-ons before treatment begins, and check the bill before paying.
Reviews are also mixed on beard quality and post-treatment irritation, so be especially clear about what products you want applied.