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If you’re looking to up your barbering game, check out our blog! We’re going over the 5 essential barbering tools every barber should have in their kit.

So you’ve finished barbering school! Congrats! But now that you’ve finished, what is your next step?  Here are 5 tips to create a barbershop business plan and promote yourself as a barber. 1) Start with Your Barbershop Space Whether you work at a shop, rent a chair or own your own barbershop, make sure your…

James Hunter didn’t take an easy route to his dream, but he still found his way. Thanks to a whole lot of determination, a passion for learning, and training from Salon Success Academy, James is currently the proud owner of The Gentlemen’s Touch Barber Shop in Beaumont, CA. And he loves what he does! A…

If you are a Barber or a Cosmetologist, or hoping to become one, your future looks bright—and the sunny days aren’t expected to go away any time soon. The demand for Cosmetology and Barbering services is high, which is never a bad thing for any profession, but can the industry keep up with the barbering…

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…

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…

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…

You passed the State Board Exam and earned your Barber license. Now it’s time to passionately pursue your career. You can make your own mark! Who do you want to be? Here’s what you need to do to enhance and build your barbershop culture: Look the Part If you want your future clients to trust…

The old school method of shaving with a straight razor is becoming popular once again. As most men know, this classic shave must be handled with care to avoid injury and irritation. There is no room for error! Here’s how to properly use a straight razor: Prep your skin. Just like a regular shave, the…

There’s a big difference between a well-groomed beard and one that is grown out simply because you haven’t shaved. Whether you participate in No Shave November or you’re not shaving because of your sports related superstitions, maintain your beard with these 4 beard grooming tips: 1.       Keep it Clean Just like you wash the hair…