Category: Barbering

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There’s nothing more luxurious for guys than getting a really close shave from a professional barber. It makes you feel like you’re one of the rich and famous, like getting pampered is something that you actually deserve. Don’t you? Here’s how to get the shave you deserve, whether you’re being treated like royalty at the…

Almost as long as there have been humans, there have been people cutting their hair. In the earliest times, barbershops were gathering places where men known as barber surgeons performed minor surgeries in addition to cutting hair and shaving faces. If you decide to become a barber, don’t worry; you won’t perform surgery. But you…

As the season turns from pumpkin spice to gingerbread, changes in the weather can affect your hair. Don’t let them! Here are 5 need-to-know winter hair care tips for men.

Have you always dreamed of being a hair stylist? Were you that little kid cutting dolls’ hair every time you found a pair of scissors (or maybe even a little brother or sister’s)? Then maybe it’s time to stop dreaming and start doing. If you want to be a cosmetologist, you can. All you need…

If you want to give more haircuts, you need to give better haircuts. To do that, you need to hone your customer service skills, take an always-learning approach, and keep your shop up in top notch shape.

If you’re getting close to the completion of your barbering program, you’re probably also getting ready for some next steps. Passing your California barbering licensing exam is an important challenge but one you can accomplish with the right attitude and preparation. Here’s what to do to make sure you’re ready: 1. Know What to Expect…

It’s time to shear that winter mane, but you’re not sure what style to choose. Don’t worry! The barbers-in-training at Salon Success Academy have you covered. We’ll work with you to find the style that’s perfect for you. But check out these 5 hot summer hairstyles for men and decide if any of them are…

Men’s hairstyles are not one-size-fits-all. The right haircut will show off your style and reveal who you are as a person. So before you go to your local barber to get your hair cut, know what style might be the best fit for your face. Here are some tips to figure out the best hairstyle…

To be great at “the interview” is truly an art form. Are you an artist? If you’ve landed a Barbering interview, make sure to put your best foot forward from the start. Do your research, prepare your portfolio, and get plenty of rest the night before. And get ready for the 5 questions you’re sure…