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What product to use for styling men's hair

How do you choose the correct product for your Hairstyle? With so many different products on the market now, choosing the right type of product for your style isn't easy. Most supermarkets and chemists have at least an...

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Men's Hair Trends in 2020

Restyling mens hair in 2020 Have you had the same hair style for a while now and want to change? Maybe you feel your current style needs a bit of updating. You might see a friend, sports star or...

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Why are we expensive? Chop!_ vs Cheaper shops

Running a business can be expensive Everywhere you look someone is asking for money - another monthly subscription or the latest industry tools and software.  Several annual events where barbers meet to discuss industry trends.  All the added...

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How often should men wash their Hair? Dealing with dry or greasy Hair

How often should I wash my hair? Why is my hair dry? Why is my hair greasy? Hair Type Matters There is a reason why there are different products for different hair types. Every texture and hair type requires particular...

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Male pattern hair loss; its progression and treatment

Male pattern hair loss (MPHL) can be just as stressful as any other hair loss, it can begin in men during or after puberty caused by increased androgen activity. Androgens are hormones, they play a major role in male traits...

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Barber Appointment or Barber walk-in- which is best?

In days gone by clients would come in to a barber shop and queue for an hour or more waiting for their turn to be called. However, one of the biggest issues our clients face is now lack of...

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Foil Shaver or Open Razor

Q: Why do we use different tools to achieve the same result? A:  The answer is that both tools produce what seems like the same effect but there are minor differences. Let us explain…... The Skin Fade: Across...

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Toddler haircuts; 5 tips to make your trip to the hairdressers stress free

The first few haircuts of a toddler's life can be a dramatic experience for most involved.  Many children can find it scary to walk into a strange place full of people they've never met.  We...

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Nearcut Appointments

Barbershop Appointments What is Nearcut? Nearcut allows you to book an appointment with your barber, online, any time, from anywhere in a matter of seconds. You can book from your phone, PC or tablet - putting an end to queueing...

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