Gray hair is a normal sign of aging, and most people have at least some gray hair by the time they are 65 years old. However, people with red hair don’t get gray hair. Instead, red hair normally becomes sandy with age and then turns white.
Did you know that the first safety razor protected the skin from all but the very edge of the blade? It was invented in 1762 by Frenchman, Jean-Jacques Perret, who was inspired by the joiner's plane.
The Buffalo Bills, a popular barbershop quartet, started singing in 1947. Founded in Buffalo, New York, the group featured prominently in both the Broadway and film versions of Meredith Wilson's The Music Man. Prior to the group's success, lead vocalist Al Shea worked as a police officer.
In 1893, the world’s first barber school was developed in Chicago by A.B. Moler. This prompted the development of the first barbering textbooks. Schooling is much different today, but is still based on those techniques.
The training of barbers and cosmetologists differ, which has an impact on what tools they will use to cut your hair. Barbers learn to cut with clippers, and cosmetologists learn to cut with scissors.
In a study on facial hair, women preferred clean-shaven men, finding bearded men only two-thirds as attractive. Bearded men were also seen as older than their clean-shaven counterparts.
In Tudor England, many barbers cut hair, did bloodletting, and performed surgery. Henry VIII, in fact, required barber-surgeons to organize into a guild that distinguished their services from barbers focused on grooming and from surgeons with a medical background.
Did you know that people have different amounts of hair based on their hair color? Blondes have an average of 140,000, topping the charts, while red heads have an average of 90,000 hairs on their head, the lowest count.
While the modern barbershop caters to both men and women, there was a time when they were the exclusive domain of men. They were local gathering places for those who could not join exclusive “men’s clubs.” Bars and taverns were not considered acceptable as gathering places at the time, so the barbershop was the logical location.
Hair grows from follicles located on the skin. The human body contains lots of follicles, some more densely positioned than others. Each follicle produces a single hair during an active growth phase.
Egyptian hairstyles denoted the wealth, age and social status of the individual. Both men and women could have shoulder-length hair, hair cut to the nape or even clean shaven heads, depending on who they were.
Please don't assume that we only handle haircuts. Many barbers offer shaves, facial massages, hair coloring and other services.
The experts have a theory about why the human head contains a thick layer of hair. It provides insulation and protection. Other parts of the body typically contain a protective layer of fat. Because fat is lacking on the scalp, nature has provided a luxuriant head of hair instead.
When having your hair styled, make sure it is compatible with your lifestyle. If you work out a lot, or have a hectic schedule, you want something that is easy to take care of, and not need hours to get it looking like you want.
Going against established fashion, Alexander the Great insisted that all of his warriors shave their beards. This policy gave the soldiers an advantage in combat in that they could grab the beards of their opponents, while remaining immune to the same tactic.
Perhaps the true beauty of a professional haircut is that we understand why your hair does the things that drive you crazy. With the right cut and product, we can help you overcome the hidden cause behind all your bad hair days.
Blonde is one of the rarest natural hair colors versus even redheads! If you are born with and maintain your naturally golden hair color, you are part of only 2 of people in the world!
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Do you wear a baseball hat? Contrary to popular belief, wearing a hat does not contribute to baldness, unless you wear it so tight it is pulling out hair when you remove it. Loosen up!
It is not just the face that counts – the number of men seeking laser hair removal for their feet has doubled in recent years, with some men spending hundreds of dollars on the procedure.
Barbershops can be a great source of camaraderie between guys. Typically no frills places, barbershops are a uniquely male gathering spot and a great experience for a father and a son to share.
Did you know that Ambroise Pare, also known as "the father of modern surgery," began his career as a barber-surgeon when the two fields were still combined?
Men spend an average of 5 months in their lifetime shaving their beards. If they choose not to shave, their beard would grow to an incredible length of 30 feet. Having a shave in a barbershop is a pleasurable experience.
A forward style (such as a Caesar cut) can minimize a receding hairline, but may look awkward or unnatural once hair loss reaches a certain point. Close-cropped styles tend to compliment markedly receding hairlines.
Here is an interesting clip: Barber jackets and surgeons coats evolved from the shared history of the profession. As the two separated, barbers adopted shorter jackets to distinguish themselves from surgeons.
If your child plays sports that requires wearing a cap or helmet, do not get it until after he or she has had a haircut. A haircut can reduce cap or hat size noticeably.
Cutting hair requires a good understanding of head geometry and of the ways different types of hair look like when cut. It’s a bad idea to entrust your hair to someone who does not fully understand these concepts.
The fashion industry evolves, and so does the hairdressing industry. You might be surprised with the number of stylish haircuts that have appeared recently, so ask a professional barber for their advice.
Will Smith’s Fresh Prince Flat Top became popular in the 1990s. This decade also featured styles worn by popular boy bands. These included Spiky Frosted Tops and the Curtained Heart Throb.
Our modern word “barber” is derived from the Anglo-French, barbour, someone who grooms beards. The word first entered our language in the 14th century when it was used to describe those who washed, cut, trimmed and shaped beards and hair.
Are you interested in breaking out of the status quo and changing your hair style? Based on our experience, we can show you some styles that you might be interested in trying.
Did you know that ancient barbers were thought to be so skilled in blood-letting and surgery that if you needed surgery in the 16th century in England or France you were more likely to visit a barber than a surgeon?
Greek men visited “cureus” to have their beards and hair trimmed as well as their fingernails. These professionals were situated in the agora, the marketplace and political center of the town. Meanwhile, slaves had to keep their hair closely shorn to denote their class.
The word barber derives from the word beard, and we are true to our origins. We can trim and shape your beard into any shape you would like, or just perform some general maintenance to keep it looking neat.
Black is the most common natural hair color, while red is the rarest. In fact, red hair is so rare that a mere 1% of the world’s population has it. That’s about half the number of people with blonde hair.
Barber shops are more intimate environments, usually about 1,000-1,500 sq. ft. in size. They are usually equipped with special chairs, which are extremely recognizable and sold as antiques.
Are there more barbershops or beauty salons in the U.S.? If you guessed beauty salons outnumber barbershops by a large margin, you're right. There are around 41,000 barbershops and 210,000 beauty salons across the country.
Jean Pitard established College de Saint-Côme et Saint-Damien for the academic training of surgeons in the early thirteenth century. The college denoted surgeons who had passed examinations with a long robe, while mere “barber surgeons” had to wear a short robe.
Some historians trace the first barber shops to ancient Greece. Around 400 BC, stylish Greek men and political leaders sported thickly waved hair and beards, so shops were established to trim, cut, and curl both hair and beards.
The longest hair ever grown and documented was in 2004 in China. Xie Qiuping had been growing her hair for 31 years, since she was 13 years old. Her hair measured 18 feet, 5.54 inches on May 8, 2004.
Take a few minutes to enjoy some of the advantages of your regular haircut. Interrupting a busy day with a hair wash, hair cut and scalp massage can be a great way to relax and emerge refreshed and ready for the rest of your day.
Did you know that George Washington was a hairstyle trendsetter? Unlike other men of his time, Washington eschewed the powdered wig. Instead, he wore his hair shorter and powdered it himself to create his distinctive look.
If you think hair is naturally elastic, you're right. This characteristic helps make it easier to add styling to a basic haircut. Can you guess how much a single hair can be stretched and manipulated before it snaps? If you guessed 30 percent, you're right.
When you enter our barbershop, you are working with a team of professionals. All of our barbers are fully trained and licensed in accordance with state guidelines and requirements. We’re no clip joint.
Hair is an extension of human skin. It does not contain any nerve cells, luckily, or every time we had a haircut it would be extremely painful. It does however contain traces of what has been through our blood stream, including minerals and drugs.
Archaeologists say there is evidence that man has been grooming hair for more than 6000 years. Ancient Egyptian tombs include copper and bronze implements, usually buried with priests or noblemen, and apparently used to cut facial hair.
For men, the bald or nearly bald look is quite popular. It's particularly comfortable in the summer and makes getting ready for work or school a breeze.
Forest Grove, Oregon contains the world's tallest barber's pole, measuring over 70 ft in height. Located in the city's Lincoln Park, the striped pole features a sign that advertises the town's nick name of “Ballad Town, USA.”
In 18th-century France, barbers were required to belong to the established guild, which was chartered by the king and regulated by the government. By royal charter, barbers, wigmakers, and water and steam bath providers were grouped into one official guild.
By no means is the concept of the barber shop a new or modern one. Greek colonies on the island of Sicily actually introduced the profession to Rome in 296 BC.
When it comes to men’s hairstyles, the 70s was a period of experimentation. Thanks to hair products sold at the time, the 70s featured an eclectic mix of styles; from Afros to Rock Star Cuts, to smooth Mop Tops.
Even if you wear your hair closely cropped (or even shaved), that does not mean you have to settle for less than excellent service and a professional job. Because we understand that how people wear their hair is strictly a personal choice, we make sure that we listen to, and meet, your needs and expectations.
Word historians have traced the origins of the word "barber" to the ancient Latin word "barba," which means beard. Although modern barbers may be cutting more scalp hair than face hair these days, it sounds like ancient practitioners specialized in providing a good, close shave.
When it comes to men’s hairstyles, the 70s was a period of experimentation. Thanks to hair products sold at the time, the 70s featured an eclectic mix of styles; from Afros to Rock Star Cuts, to smooth Mop Tops.
There was a time when the barbershop was a vital part of the neighborhood, where people could meet, visit, and shoot the breeze. As a family focused venue, we want to return to that better time.
Hats are a great way to show team appreciation, to match with our outfit, and to promote our newest indulgence. However, often, they are worn instead of creating a hair style. Let us trim you up with something easier to manage!
Even if you wear your hair closely cropped (or even shaved), that does not mean you have to settle for less than excellent service and a professional job. Because we understand that how people wear their hair is strictly a personal choice, we make sure that we listen to, and meet, your needs and expectations.
Word historians have traced the origins of the word "barber" to the ancient Latin word "barba," which means beard. Although modern barbers may be cutting more scalp hair than face hair these days, it sounds like ancient practitioners specialized in providing a good, close shave.
When it comes to men’s hairstyles, the 70s was a period of experimentation. Thanks to hair products sold at the time, the 70s featured an eclectic mix of styles; from Afros to Rock Star Cuts, to smooth Mop Tops.
Our hair is the fastest-growing tissue on the body; this is why we have so many upkeep routines to maintain it. Keeping a regular diet of Vitamins C and D and essential vegetables and seafood can keep our hair healthy.
Until Alexander the Great, men wore their hair long and, if it was cut, it was done with a knife. When Alex assumed command of his armies, he ordered all of his soldiers to shave their heads and beards, so opponents would not have anything to grab in battle.
There was a time when the barbershop was a vital part of the neighborhood, where people could meet, visit, and shoot the breeze. As a family focused venue, we want to return to that better time.
Hats are a great way to show team appreciation, to match with our outfit, and to promote our newest indulgence. However, often, they are worn instead of creating a hair style. Let us trim you up with something easier to manage!
Even if you wear your hair closely cropped (or even shaved), that does not mean you have to settle for less than excellent service and a professional job. Because we understand that how people wear their hair is strictly a personal choice, we make sure that we listen to, and meet, your needs and expectations.
Word historians have traced the origins of the word "barber" to the ancient Latin word "barba," which means beard. Although modern barbers may be cutting more scalp hair than face hair these days, it sounds like ancient practitioners specialized in providing a good, close shave.
