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The Ultimate Barbershop Term Guide

The Ultimate Barbershop Term Guide

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Hairstyle trends come and go, but several barbershop terms for haircuts are considered staples in the industry. The more specific you are when you ...
The Ultimate Barbershop Term Guide

The Ultimate Barbershop Term Guide

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Hairstyle trends come and go, but several barbershop terms for haircuts are considered staples in the industry. The more specific you are when you ...
A Guide to Barbershop Etiquette

A Guide to Barbershop Etiquette

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Whether you’re a long-term client or it’s your first time stepping foot into a barbershop, etiquette is just as important as getting a proper hairc...
What Services You Should Be Offering in Your Salon or Barbershop

What Services You Should Be Offering in Your Salon or Barbershop

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Whether you’re getting ready to launch a new business or want to expand your current venture, the more hair salon services and products you offer, ...
The Ultimate Hairdresser Hair Terms Guide

The Ultimate Hairdresser Hair Terms Guide

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There’s overwhelming hair terminology to memorize when you’re a stylist. Not only is it vital for you to understand this hairdresser lingo so you c...
Should You Zero Gap Your Clipper Blades? [+ How To Do It!]

Should You Zero Gap Your Clipper Blades? [+ How To Do It!]

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The “edge up” or “line up” is a crucial element of a haircut, and if you want to achieve extra clean lines, consider zero-gapping your trimmers. Wh...
The Barbershop Hairstyle Guide

The Barbershop Hairstyle Guide

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The art of barbering has been around for centuries, but it flourished in America between the 1880s and 1940s when cuts, beard trims, and lathery, w...
4 Vital Reasons Why You Should be Retailing Products in Your Salon or Barbershop

4 Vital Reasons Why You Should be Retailing Products in Your Salon or Barbershop

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Running your own salon or barbershop (or several) is a major accomplishment, but how will you grow if you continue to do the same thing year after ...
The Guide to Clippers and Trimmers: Which is Best for Your Needs?

The Guide to Clippers and Trimmers: Which is Best for Your Needs?

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Clippers and blades are ideal for executing well-coiffed hair cuts and sharp lines. The former is designed for cutting bulk hair over a larger surf...
The Best Types of Men’s Hair Products + When to Use Them

The Best Types of Men’s Hair Products + When to Use Them

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Regarding hair styling products, pomade shouldn’t be left off your station. Its name comes from the French word for ointment, which was how it was ...
How to Create the Perfect Morning Skin Care Routine

How to Create the Perfect Morning Skin Care Routine

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Aside from an obligatory cup of coffee and blood-pumping a.m. sweat session, a skin care regimen may be the cornerstone of any morning routine. The...
Everything You Need to Know About Choosing the Best Hair Dryer

Everything You Need to Know About Choosing the Best Hair Dryer

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We’ve been conditioned to believe our hair health and color are in jeopardy when using hot tools such as a hair dryer. While there’s some truth beh...