Barber Tips & Tricks
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Barber Tips & Tricks
Follow us for the latest barber techniques and tips
Top 7 Reasons Why Your Clients
Aren't Returning
Stay Ahead in the Barbering Game: Nurturing
Lifelong Clientele
You might have come across the saying “give a client a good cut at a reasonable price, and they'll be yours for life.” Unfortunately in reality this is not always the case. That’s where we come in! Check out some of the reasons why your clients may not be returning, whether they were long-term customers or a first-time appointment, below.
Top 7 Reasons Why Your Clients
Aren't Returning
Stay Ahead in the Barbering Game: Nurturing
Lifelong Clientele
You might have come across the saying “give a client a good cut at a reasonable price, and they'll be yours for life.” Unfortunately in reality this is not always the case. That’s where we come in! Check out some of the reasons why your clients may not be returning, whether they were long-term customers or a first-time appointment, below.
Career in Mobile Barbering: Key
Things You Need to Know about
While most barbers work in physical barbershops or hair salons, there are a growing number of barbers who work on-call. What does it mean to be a mobile barber? What are their primary responsibilities? Where to find them? In this blog, we will explain some key terms you should know about mobile barbering and how you can start a new career in it.
Career in Mobile Barbering: Key
Things You Need to Know about
While most barbers work in physical barbershops or hair salons, there are a growing number of barbers who work on-call. What does it mean to be a mobile barber? What are their primary responsibilities? Where to find them? In this blog, we will explain some key terms you should know about mobile barbering and how you can start a new career in it.
Top 4 Ways for Barbers to
Promote Themselves
Marketing is key. Knowing how to market yourself as a barber can be the difference between having 5 to 20 clients a day. If you are interested in boosting the number of your customers and furthering your advertising skills, read the list below with four ways to promote yourself as a barber.
Top 4 Ways for Barbers to
Promote Themselves
Marketing is key. Knowing how to market yourself as a barber can be the difference between having 5 to 20 clients a day. If you are interested in boosting the number of your customers and furthering your advertising skills, read the list below with four ways to promote yourself as a barber.
5 Tips for Social Media Content
Creating as a Barber
It is next to impossible to find someone who is not on social media today. More than just a tool for connection, social media is key helping barbers market themselves and promote their names and skills. If you want to up your barber game quickly, here are five tips on how to promote content online that you don't want to miss out on.
5 Tips for Social Media Content
Creating as a Barber
It is next to impossible to find someone who is not on social media today. More than just a tool for connection, social media is key helping barbers market themselves and promote their names and skills. If you want to up your barber game quickly, here are five tips on how to promote content online that you don't want to miss out on.
5 Best Haircuts for Men with
Early Hair Thinning
Losing your hair is never a good feeling, most men tend to feel self-conscious about it. Some men decide to completely shave off their heads or constantly wear a hat. One of the most common insecurities men face is hair thinning; for some men, it starts as early as in their 20s. The loss of confidence really starts to affect the way men do their hair and the types of hair cuts they get. Men start to worry about how they will be perceived by friends, family, and colleagues. Hair thinning should not be the cause of self distraughtness, and it should not limit men to have to continuously cover their heads. CADMEN Barbershop has compiled a list of the top 5 best haircuts for men experiencing early hair loss.
Post-Shave Skin Care for Barbers: What to Apply After a Straight Razor Shave and Why
Post-Shave Skin Care for Barbers: What to Apply After a Straight Razor Shave and Why
A straight razor shave removes more than hair. It removes the top layer of dead skin cells through the mechanical action of the blade, leaves the skin temporarily inflamed and porous, and exposes the follicles to bacteria if the post-shave protocol is skipped or shortened. The shave technique gets the client to the point of smooth skin; the aftercare determines whether that skin stays calm for the rest of the day or whether the client leaves with red, irritated skin that gets worse over the next few hours.
The Post-Shave Sequence
Cold towel or cold rinse. Immediately after the shave, a cold damp towel applied to the shaved area closes the pores that were opened by the hot towel and steam prep. The cold constricts the skin, reduces immediate redness, and begins the process of settling the inflammation from the shave. Hold the cold towel on the skin for 20 to 30 seconds rather than a brief pat; the contact time matters.
Alum block (optional but effective). An alum block is a mineral compound (typically potassium alum) that acts as a mild antiseptic and astringent. Wiping a damp alum block across freshly shaved skin closes minor nicks, reduces bleeding from small cuts, and provides immediate antiseptic protection. Rinse the alum off after 30 to 60 seconds; leaving it on too long dries the skin. Not every barber uses alum, but it is a professional addition that clients with sensitive skin notice positively.
Aftershave balm or moisturizer. This is the most important product in the post-shave sequence. Aftershave balm (not alcohol-based aftershave splash) replenishes moisture to the shaved skin, reduces the inflammatory response, and creates a protective barrier over the temporarily exposed follicles. Alcohol-based aftershaves disinfect but also strip moisture and increase dryness; they are not appropriate for sensitive skin and should be avoided on clients with existing skin conditions. Look for balms containing aloe vera, shea butter, or other non-comedogenic moisturizing ingredients.
Home Care Advice for Clients
The barber's job is to send clients out with calm skin. The client's job is to maintain it. Advise clients to avoid touching the shaved area with unwashed hands for several hours after the service, to use a gentle non-fragranced moisturizer before bed, and to avoid tight clothing or fabric that rubs the shaved area if the service included chest or neck shaving.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do barbers put on your face after a shave?
The typical professional post-shave sequence: a cold towel to close pores, sometimes an alum block for minor nick treatment, and an aftershave balm to moisturize and soothe the skin. Higher-end barbershop shave services may include a face mask or moisturizer step after the balm. The products used vary by shop and by the barber's preference; if a client has a known skin sensitivity or allergy to certain ingredients (fragrance, a specific oil), they should inform the barber before the post-shave products are applied.
5 Best Haircuts for Men with
Early Hair Thinning
Losing your hair is never a good feeling, most men tend to feel self-conscious about it. Some men decide to completely shave off their heads or constantly wear a hat. One of the most common insecurities men face is hair thinning; for some men, it starts as early as in their 20s. The loss of confidence really starts to affect the way men do their hair and the types of hair cuts they get. Men start to worry about how they will be perceived by friends, family, and colleagues. Hair thinning should not be the cause of self distraughtness, and it should not limit men to have to continuously cover their heads. CADMEN Barbershop has compiled a list of the top 5 best haircuts for men experiencing early hair loss.
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