HEALTH + WELLBEING
TELL YOUR BROS IT’S TIME TO GLOW
Why the Gold Coast can’t stop combing back to Krownd.
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or as long as we can remember, us ladies have had all the glory of the pampering and #selfcare rituals – the mani dates, spa days and hair salon D&M’s with our hairdresser that knows far too much info about our personal lives. And while our beloved men-folk have always been welcome to tag along – there’s been a distinct lack of inviting spaces tailored specifically for them. Ever since the term metrosexual was being thrown about as liberally as hair crimpers in the 90’s, the male grooming industry has gone from strength to strength and is no longer the exception, but more like the rule. And we’ve been trying to keep the fashion savvy, man-scaping, skin-routine welding men in our lives out of our face masques and volumising shampoos ever since. Well, never shear guys (and gals, bc hands off our skincare pls), because a genius new concept is here to shave the day, and we moustache why nobody thought of this idea sooner. Say hello to Krownd, the GC’s one stop shop (or clinic, if we’re really getting
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to know each other) for all things men’s aesthetics. From the outside, you might be forgiven at first glance for assuming that this is like any other bougie barber churning out fresh cuts on repeat. And coincidentally, owners Tema Wiguna & Karson Bagot admit that at first, the business started with a focus on men’s haircuts and shaves. However, they quickly identified the opportunity to meet the growing demand of the burgeoning men’s grooming industry by creating a unique concept for the fellas that’s been more overdue than a mullet for a trim. The founder, who had personally struggled with societal stigmas surrounding men’s grooming, soon set their sights of expanding to offer a whole host of tailored services, including everything from teeth whitening and hydrafacials through to #brotox – they’ve legit got #theworks when it comes to helping guys get their glow on. Ultimately, the owner duo is passionate about helping men feel confident in their appearance without shame #judgementfreezone.