MB Storefront Guide July to September

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STOREFRONT GUIDE Brands to buy . Services to shop . Stuff to see. july - september 2017

MORE! THINNING HAIR AND VOLUME PLUS LOT’S…MORE!

Contents Issue 15 | July - September 2017

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elcome.

Our digital buddy guide for July to September gives you a ‘one stop’ look at this quarter’s supporting brands and businesses plus relevant editorial to inspire you.

You can click thru to online content and even shop direct from the page where you see a shopping cart icon. You can read about solutions on hair loss and thinning and how to deal with clients that just need more on page 12. If you didn’t go to Barber Connect his year then you can catch up with the Modern Barber LIVE stage on page 18 and mark your diaries for Barber Connect 2018...3rd/4th June! MB is passionate about putting print into the hands of the UK’s barbers, so for the full Modern Barber Magazine experience you can subscribe online at modernbarber. co.uk/subscribe or purchase single print issues at barberblades.co.uk.

Rachel Gould Editor

18 Modern Barber LIVE supported by American Crew at Barber Connect 2017: stage stars for days and days (well, two!).

Shopping 26 Storefront: Stuff you need and gear you want.

Social 30 The Shaw Thing: home of Simon Shaw’s regular column.

Tips 34 Beard colour blending: Hannah Griggs on beefing up the beard with colour.

36 How to…build your social media, create a business awards entry, get your beer cold fast.

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Newsroom 7 Snippets and stories from in, around and on the industry.

Features 12 More!: more volume, more texture and just more damn hair!

Roll Of Honour Your industry title wouldn’t happen without the advertising support of the brands and companies below – they know just how valuable you are!

American Crew, Andis, Barber Equipment Centre, BARBER PRO, Bonafide, Denman Professional, Easydry, Fine Fettle Grooming, Industville, Kent Brushes, Mike Taylor Education, Moda, MR Barbers, Paul Mitchell, NHF, REM-MEN, Salon Services, Shortcuts, TIGI, Takara Belmont, The Bluebeards Revenge, Uppercut, Wahl UK, Wordpay Editor and publisher: Rachel Gould rachel@modernbarber.co.uk Design and Production: Annie Bartley design@anniebartley.co.uk Advertising: Kelly Hindley kelly@modernbarber.co.uk Contributors: Simon Shaw, Robert Braid, Josh Connolly, Lee Dixon Cover Credits: Hair: Robert Braid @braidbarbers Photography: Liam Oakes @liamoakesphoto

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use it.” Wahl is accepting applications and interest from colleges of Further and Higher Education. For more www.mensmethod.co.uk info and to contact Wahl Men’s Method call 01227 740066 or email mensmethod@wahl.co.uk.

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Barber Connect 2018

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AVE THE DATE! Barber Connect 2017 at International Centre Telford was a real success, attracting nearly 7000 barbers through the doors over the two days. Mark your calendar for June 3rd and 4th 2018. You can even register now at barberconnect.co.uk.

Once again, tickets will be FREE.

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S T U D I O 6 H AY L I N G I S L A N D “This air-conditioned, luxury premises has mod-cons that include outstanding furnishings from the RemMen Collection. When it came to the all important barber chair, REM’s iconic Emperor – complete with embroidered logo – was the essential choice. This beautiful barber chair fulfils the aesthetic, functional and comfort needs of this modern barbers shop.” – Trevor Lingard, Commercial Manager REM sales@rem.co.uk

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25 MONSTER BEARD BRUSHES FROM KENT TO GIVE AWAY! 2017 marks Kent Brushes 240th year in business but some things haven’t changed since 1777 – Kent is still a family business, they are still manufacturing in England and they are still regarded as the world’s finest handmade premium brush makers.

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ollowing on from the global success of the Kent beard brush comes its much bigger brother, The Monster. Not all beards are created equal and not all beards are small, so the original brush has been amplified and lengthened for a monster beard. The narrow head is now

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replaced by a much larger beech wood oval design which is filled with long tufts of hand blended horse hair and nylon, making for a bristle brush that can happily be used by the vast majority of faiths. Everything about the brush has been carefully and thoughtfully designed, tried, tested and honed for the job of taming and grooming bigger beards. This is a product that has been built by craftsmen that have shaped and refined their skills over two centuries of master brush making. To win one of 25 Kent Monster Beard brushes just email the correct answer to the question in the panel.

The Monster RRP is £28.00. For trade enquiries please contact Kent Brushes on 01442 232623.

QUESTION: Aside from nylon, what other material is used in the bristle tufts of the Monster Beard brush?

A. Werewolf hair B. Horse hair C. Boris Johnson’s hair Email your answer along with your name, address and number to headmonster@monsterbrush.co.uk Terms and conditions: Winner picked at random. Judges decision is final. No purchase necessary. No cash alternative.

Closing date: 30/09/17.

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When it comes to hair men generally want more…more volume, more texture and just more damn hair!

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PICTURE CREDITS: TOTAL COVER PLUS SYSTEM THE DUDE LAB

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va Proudman is a trichologist and hair specialist with a Harley Street clinic and consults for heritage wig company Banbury Postiche. She diagnoses the causes of hair fall, breakage, thinning and scalp problems and offers both industry professionals and consumers specialist advice on the most appropriate solutions. By the age of 35, 40% of men have noticeable hair loss, although for some, the onset can be as early as puberty. Eva says “Hair loss is an incredibly sensitive subject and needs to be approached with care and understanding. The most common form of hair loss in men is Male Pattern Baldness. There are three main causes; genetic predisposition, the presence of Androgen Testosterone and age. Sixty percent of hair loss sufferers

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would rather have their hair above money or friends and seventy percent of British men believe that nothing can be done about their hair loss.” Medications such as Minoxidil and Finasteride will slow the process when caught early but for some men there is just no way back and even surgical intervention may not be a long term solution.

There has been a rise in cosmetic solutions in recent years such as scalp micropigmentation. SMP tattoos coloured ink into the scalp to replicate the air follicle, creating a denser fuller look or camouflages hair loss, scars and alopecia. It’s a growing trend that can also be profitable for barbers. Training can be found with companies such as finishingtouchesgroup.com.

Tom Beagley-Spicer has a Hair for Men franchise in Hampshire (FB hairformenoverton). He specialises in hair loss and works with a German company that offers ultra-thin hair systems called Total Cover Plus. It’s essentially a breathable hair piece or wig that’s worn continuously for months and Tom is the only trained barber that wears the system too. “I lost my hair in my early twenties and I spent years without any confidence.

The Total Cover Plus system was life changing and that’s why I wanted to offer it to my customers. There is a standard system and a bespoke system. I work with the customer to match the density, colour and texture to their existing hair so that it blends perfectly. I can add highlights or even grey streaks and cut as you would a normal head of hair. Once the area of coverage is identified, the system is cut to fit. Any unwanted hair is removed and the head shaved and exfoliated. I apply a bond that is totally natural so there are no adverse effects and then I apply the system. It takes two to three hours and remains in place for 3-5 months and the customer then goes on treating it as they would a natural head of hair. There will be some sun fade and a little hair fall but it looks totally natural. The cost is about £2.5k a year.” Tom has noticed that his customers feel less taboo around hair loss in recent years but he won’t raise it with a client if they don’t do so first. “If I see a customer that could clearly be helped by the Total 14 / WWW.MODERNBARBER.CO.UK

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Osis Label Session Salt Spray Airy texturizing spray for extra body and flexible hold. 200ml. £14.75

American Crew Boost Powder Anti-gravity volume powder with matt finish, provides flexible hold and thickens hair. 10g.

Price £14.50.

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Osmo Power Powder Volumising dust that delivers lift, grit, texture and thickness. 9g. £12.75.

Fudge Professional Xpander Jelly FibreDense Technology that contains fast absorbing fibre actives to leave hair thicker. 75g.

Price £12.95.

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Cover Plus System then I talk about my hair loss journey first. It starts the conversation,” concludes Tom. Find out more at thedude-lab.co.uk.

Fine hair and a generalised thinning can be problematic for customers too and Luke Goringe of Milano Barbers (@milanobarbers) in Kingston has a clear plan of attack for dealing with the 60% of his customers that fall into this category. “I always talk to customers openly about these issues so that I can tackle it. For recession lines I blunt cut and then add texture around the back and middle. I don’t use thinning scissors but I point cut and often razor cut at the ends to create texture. I use our own brand salt spray and Redken Volumising Dust at the roots to make the hair look thicker.” When all else fails Luke suggests that customers switch their style focus from the head hair to a magnificent beard!

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MODERN BARBER LIVE AT BARBER CONNECT This year Barber Connect (@barberconnect) took over the International Centre Telford in Shropshire with a two day event that further cemented the shows reputation as the largest dedicated barbering event in Europe.

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MODELS LINED UP TO OPEN THE SHOW

HEAD MIKES ON!

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odern Barber LIVE supported by American Crew (@americancrewuk) welcomed 65 barbers and their models to one stunning stage. The skills, techniques and passion on show delivered a varied snapshot of the UK barbering industry. The Modern Barber LIVE Stage was the kind of quality platform that barbers deserve and Barber Connect and American Crew made that happen. Plus MB has to say a big thank you to Takara Belmont (@takarabelmontuk) for the loan of FIVE handsome Belmont’s.

MB needs to thank…the barbers, models, production team, Backstage Manager

LIAM TWIST PREPPING

ALAN BEAK BOSSING

JARRED LIDDINGTON IN A REFLECTIVE MOOD

Martyn Wady, awesome compère Alan ‘The whole experience Beak of Ruger Barber, American Crew blew my mind. I’m still Founder David Raccuglia who came all the way from the USA and of course, the buzzing days after the audience that stayed with us to the very LIVE show. I can’t put last moment, because in the end…it’s ALL into words how amazing about YOU. Mark your diary because Barber Connect it was to cut live on 2018 is 3rd and 4th June. stage amongst some of the biggest names in the Backstage Modern Barber LIVE came complete with industry. Such a surreal roomy backstage prep area with five lit and memorable day that aworkstations, loads of power for running electricals, changing area for models, capes I will cherish forever.’ from Neocape (@neocape) and even Lieanne Buckley, The strawberry liquorice sticks which were the Gents Stylist most popular part!

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ANDREA LYNNE RAYMOND WAHL BARBER OF THE YEAR

Regional Round-Up Five barbers, five regions, five chairs and one awesome stage. MB brought together one passionate barber from each region of the UK plus the Republic of Ireland to give the audience a tiny insight into what’s happening in each region. Alan Beak’s backstage pep talk was pivotal in presenting five individuals as one team and it worked seamlessly. Well done to all involved. Day 1 Regional Round-Up barbers…Tommie McGuckin @tommie_ hardgrind for Scotland, Josh Connolly @ joshconnollybarber for England, James Williams @jim_jimthetrim_williams for Wales, Roger Og Mulholland @ rmbarbering for Northern Ireland, Andrea Lynne Raymond @andrea_lynne_hair for Ireland. Day 2…Graeme Milne @ graememilnehair for Scotland, Lieanne Buckley @lieanne_ for England, Lee Handford @handfordthebarber for Wales, Conal McCorry @headcasehairblog for Northern Ireland, Mark Gaye @ notoriousbarbers for Ireland.

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MARK GAYE AKA NOTORIOUS

JOSH CONNOLLY FACING THE CROWDS

‘The production, aesthetic and sheer professionalism of the Modern Barber LIVE stage was without doubt one of the best stages I’ve had the pleasure of working on. Huge respect to the MB team for constantly pushing the industry forward.’ Johnny BaBa, Barber Barber

WHY SO SERIOUS TOMMIE MCGUCKIN?

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SHARO SHOWS OFF HIS MOON FADE

6264 visitors came from 64 different countries. _

DAMIAN WASIAK PRESENTING HIS MODEL

MOST USED BACKSTAGE PRODUCT:

American Crew Boost Powder and American Crew Strong Hold Pomade ROBERT BRAID

PAT RYAN PRESENTING HIS MODEL

VINCENT QUINN GOES LONG

Open Chair

DAY 2 OPEN CHAIR

Ahead of the event MB put a call out in our pages and on our social media for any barber to register their interest in showcasing their work. It takes balls of steel to step up and show your stuff but there was lots of interest. Barbers were asked to submit an image of the work they would recreate for the stage and were selected to ensure that MB had variety for the audience. Everyone was professional, showed up on time and with their model and totally #bossedthebelmont. Amazing job!

Day 1 Open Chair Segment barbers…

Jarred Liddington @jarredsbarbers, Ryan McEntee @rockabilly_ryan, Kai Montgomery @kaisbarbershop, Robert Braid @r.braid, Pat Ryan @ patman_barber. Day 2 barbers…Sharo @ sharothebarberuk, Natalie Cresswell @ natcresswellbarberco, Damian Wasiak @damianmewasiak, Vincent Quinn @ vincent_hardgrind, Cal Newsome @ bullandco.

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David Raccuglia and the American Crew Team

SHERIFF MEHMET ENVY BARBERS

No biggy – just the founder of American Crew coming to see what UK barbering is up to! The Crew Team included All Star Educators Ian Harrold @ianharrold1, Izaak Brading @modsalons and Nick Taylor @taylortaylorbarbers plus Elite team members Matt Robinson (@mrrobinsons) and Ky Wilson @ kycutwilson bringing the latest American Crew collection to life on stage.

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ALAN BEAK OF RUGER CARLIE FIRTH OF RUGER

CREW TEAM, DAVID RACUGGLIA AND MODELS

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DAVID RACCUGLIA WELCOMES THE AUDIENCE

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Team after talented team There was shaving from Sheriff Mehmet (@envybarbers). Coaching on how to value your skills from Kevin Vorley (@ kbarbersemporium). Classic to modern and a handful of humour from Johnny Baba and the Barber Barber Team (@barberbarberuk).

A calming manly facial, a perfect girly skinhead and more from Ruger Barber (@ alan_beak/hair). Diverse hair types including one awesome afro shape from the Nomad Barber team (@nomadbarber). Technical precision from Menspire (@menspiresalon).

Brand building barber work from Mr Barbers (@mrbarbers). Broad skills on show from Steven Gasparetto and the Jacks of London Team (@jacksoflondonuk) and solid shop style from Barberology (@barberology_uk).

Thanks for the pics! Image credits: Forecast Designs (@forecastdesigns), Liam Oakes (@liamaokesphoto), James Kemmenoe (@jameskemmeone).

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SHOP STYLE: LOOK AS GOOD AS YOUR CUSTOMERS.

Get the Look

Brooklyn Antique Flat Industrial Pendant Light Classic lines and handcrafted lampshade with original finish by skilled craftsmen, available in brass, copper and dark pewter finish.

Shade is 39.5cm in diameter, woven corded flex. Price: £89.00.

Handsome barbershop interiors are an essential element of a high impact experience and Industville (www.industville. co.uk) has all the finishing touches. Ruffians should know!

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he humble barber shop has been elevated to a stylish and luxurious experience and Ruffians is the perfect example. The latest branch of Ruffians, arrived in one of London’s most distinctive and unusual areas – Shoreditch, in August of last year. The interior has a clear nod to the location’s industrial past; previously an abattoir, this quirky venue has been given the full Ruffians treatment. Use of exposed brick and chunky oiled wood gives the space a tough, masculine feel that is elevated through the use of a selection of industrial lighting designs from Industville in brass. The rich golden tones of the brass combined with the traditional shapes add a luxurious elegance to the space.

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Pride of place are two of Industville’s favourite lighting shapes. The classic Brooklyn Antique Flat Industrial Pendant Light is placed above the counter as you walk in. Its design looks to early-20thcentury industrial lighting, retaining the classic lines and exposed hardware of the originals. Illuminating each work station is The Vintage Round Shaped Barn Swan Neck Retro Wall Sconce Lamp inspired by heritage barn lighting designed to showcase the warmth of Edison-style filament bulbs which brings out the beauty of the Ruffians brick and timber design.

Each of the elements of the Ruffians interior help support the overall impact and experience.

Andrew Cannon, Founder and Director of Ruffians says “Our Ruffians Shoreditch store used to be an abattoir, so we needed to ensure we used detailing that reflected the Ruffians aesthetic as well as giving that traditional, industrial edge. The Industville lighting was exactly what we needed.

Our golden wall mounted lights are an eye-catching element of our store with the pendant lights helping complete the look and provide perfect lighting.”

Vintage Round Shaped Barn Swan Neck Retro Wall Sconce Lamp Retro 19th century barn fixture light with round hand finished shade.

Also available in pewter. Height: 33cm/Diameter: 12cm/Projection: 42cm. Price: £89.00 Shop online for original handcrafted vintage and industrial style lighting, retro pendant ceiling and wall lights and bar stools at www.industville.co.uk

Unique Industrial Lighting and Furniture Ruffians by Industville London showroom 218D, 1 Swan Road London, SE18 5TT

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PRODUCTS

BOOSTER SEAT WITH ARMS This booster seat has the added safety features of safety harness and chrome side bars to keep your younger clients secure.

Available in brown or black. H:30CM/W:44CM/ D:34CM £49.00 ex VAT. salonequipmentcentre.co.uk

Kipa Toffee Fibre Paste Extreme definition. Extreme Hold. Soft smooth paste that allows you to shape and reshape. Smells great too!

Price: £8.45. Available from your wholesaler or online at www.kipa.co.uk

Takara Belmont Legacy 95

Porch Light Barber Pole

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he iconic stainless steel footplate, robust framework and build quality ensure decades of performance, whilst its 1940s retro-styling deliver timeless vintage looks that make the Legacy 95 a genuine showpiece for every barbershop. From: £2995.

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ring some class to your entry way with this porch traditional red and white barber pole light. H:58.8CM/W:28CM. RRP £156.00 ex VAT. SEC Price £52.00 ex VAT salonequipmentcentre. co.uk

ANDIS SLIMLINE PRO LI Lightweight and ergonomically contoured, the Slimline Pro Li gives total control and performance with zero interference. £59.99 ex VAT. andis.com.

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CAPTAIN FAWCETT BEER’D SHAMPOO Made will real IPA, this gentle cleanser washes away daily dirt and leaves beard magnificent!

250ml. Price: £16.00. captainfawcett.com.

Barber Pro Face Putty

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lack peel off mask with activated charcoal. Removes impurities while clarifying and purifying the skin and rebalancing oily areas. Antiageing properties. 90g. Price: £24.00. Barberpro.com.

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American Crew Ultra Gliding Shave Oil

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on-greasy solution that cushions the skin for a close, effortless shave.

Eucalyptus and clove help counter nicks, bumps and ingrown hairs. 50ml. RRP £12.95. barberblades.co.uk.

WAHL 5 STAR SHAVE RAZOR Delivers long-lasting smooth results and includes 10 disposable blades and storage case. Ergonomic and stylish. Price £14.99. salon-services.com.

Reuzel Shave Cream

The Monster Beard Brush

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Highly concentrated, rich and super-slick formula for a nickfree, smooth-skin shave. With powerful skin conditioner.

Price: 95g £8.99/283g £19.99.

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andmade brush with contoured bristles to hug the shape of the face for ultimate beard grooming. Price: £22.00. kentbrushes.com.

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MITCH DOUBLE HITTER 2-IN-1 SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER Washes and conditions in one and leaves hair full and healthylooking. Price: £13.95. paul-mitchell.co.uk

Uppercut Deluxe Easy Hold Matt, natural finish, light hold formula for fuss free styling.

Works easily through hair.

Water soluble.

90g. RRP £17.00.

Takara Belmont Mini Cabi

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owel warming cabinet that offers ultra-violet sterilisation and temperature control. Removable basket and drain tray. Available in larger size. £290 ex VAT. salon-services.com.n/a

BEDHEAD FOR MEN CHARGE UP THICKENING SHAMPOO

Adds fullness just by washing with a fibre booster that supports a thicker feeling finish. Price: £9.95. bedhead/en-gb

The Bluebeards Revenge Talc For Men (100g)

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his talc is fantastic at hiding nicks and blemishes that are left after a fresh wet-shave and works perfectly to reduce the irritation that clients can often experience when cut hair rests along their collar line.

RRP: £9.99. bluebeardsrevenge.co.uk

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Have you entered your business?

Entries close on 28 July 2017 Visit www.nhf.info/nhfbusinessawards for more info • Best independent barbershop • Best community support or male grooming business • Best apprentice • Best group of businesses • Best front of house • Best new business • Best client experience

• Best environmentally friendly business

“My guests love the luxury of having a personal towel at every visit and my team love the convenience.

Easydry barber towels and thermal towels are totally hygienic and perfect for male grooming – I love them!”

Chris Foster Director of The Foss Academy

Easydry Barber Towels and Thermal Towels are the best thing to happen to male grooming – I cannot recommend them enough.

Easydry towels are ideal for male grooming as they are hygienic, highperforming and cost-effective. They are three times more absorbent than cotton and are the best towels for barbers in my opinion.

Leave cotton towels and outdated laundry in the past. Easydry is the better way to dry!

Gary Machin SRSB Chairman of the Barber Council Founder RB Training

Order now: 0845 300 7764 info@easydry.com

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Wahl Around The World

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Quarterly Update

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ummer is here, finally! I love the summer months, late nights, beer gardens, BBQ’s… No time to enjoy that though, as it’s all go at Wahl.

Seven months into the year and the Wahl Artistic Team have already been abroad over 20 times with another 20-30 tours planned, so it’s only right we give this month’s ‘A Shaw Thing’ the “We are global, not local” treatment.

One final note: I should have announced this weeks ago, but you know me, I’ve never been one for all the fanfare and hype but I am delighted to announce my new position as Wahl’s Global Artistic Director. Not bad for a welders son from Barnsley!

My first shout this month goes to all you up and coming teams providing a blast from the past wearing shades on stage and getting the audience to chant your name. Top draw, love it! Second shout out is for James ‘Jim the Trim’ Williams and the amazing work he is doing to raise awareness of the difficulties in dealing with autistic children’s haircuts. I have also opted for current men’s hairdresser of the year, Marcus King, as my featured stylist for this issue.

MARCUS KING’S WINNING LOOK

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his past few months saw the Wahl Artistic Team embark on barbering tours to India, Denmark, Poland, Italy, Slovenia and Finland. Most intriguing of all was the two weeks Michael Damiano spent educating in China. Michael was regularly commanding classes of over 60 people, which demonstrates the huge demand for the Wahl Artistic Team’s skills and knowledge.

Michael: “China was a great experience; the people were so enthusiastic about everything. The main thing I noticed was that barbering is still quite alien out there, with salons dominating and very few barbershops. Shanghai has over 30 million people and only five shops! It’s refreshing to see the barbering trade ‘like new’ and judging by the passion and

MICHAEL DAMIANO IN CHINA

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A Barber’s Top 5 Travel Essentials

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ith so many events, exhibitions and seminars taking place throughout the barbering calendar, there are certain things no modern barber should be without whilst on their travels. In this issue we call on the thoughts of the welltravelled Wahl Artistic Team: 1: BARBER TOOLS – 5ive 2: SAT NAV (I’D BE LOST WITHOUT IT!) – Carl Blake 3: MUSIC, AS IT GETS ME IN THE MOOD FOR EVERY SHOW OR LESSON – Michael Damiano 4: WAR PAINT (MAKE-UP) – Andrea Raymond 5: COULDN’T LIVE WITHOUT THE THOUGHT OF COMING HOME TO MY FAMILY – Simon Shaw skills of the barbers I met, there is no doubt it will grow quickly. I also learned to use chopsticks, which might explain the weight loss. I loved every minute and can’t wait to visit again and see how the industry has developed.”

Whilst the food may have been a bit dubious at times (fried chicken heads, anyone?), there is no doubting the passion and talent of the Asian barbers.

Our cultures may be different but the ethos remains the same; commitment to the barbering craft, pushing boundaries and always looking to improve and innovate.

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he most coveted award amongst Barbers returns, as Wahl are on the hunt for the next British Barber of the Year. Think you got what it takes? Head to www.wahl.co.uk for more details

Wahl Academy – Course Focus: The Artist

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he ability to create designs and patterns can really make your shop stand out. Patterns are hugely popular, so it makes good business sense to take advantage of this trend and use it to increase profits.

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MR. ASHTON JOSEPH We recently took some time out to catch up with MR. Barbers very own ‘young barber of the year’ – Ashton Joseph.

We discussed his past experience as a barber and the secrets behind how he broke into the industry so quickly.

Ashton also shares with us some useful tips and tricks and advice to fellow up and coming barbers starting a new career in the industry.

Tell us a little about yourself Ashton. My name is Ashton Joseph, I'm 19 years old and I work and manage the MR.Barbers Braintree barbershop.

Whilst all the other kids we’re into football and playing sports my passion has always been for barbering from a young age. I like to go out and socialise with my friends at the weekend but throughout the week hair is all I think about. I’m quite into my fashion and I think that's why I like to keep up with the latest hairstyles in the barber shop to keep my customers happy and be able to give them the look they want.

What’s your Past Experience in Barbering? My past experiences in barbering have been very hard and extremely stressful. Being told your not good enough and you wouldn't be able to make a living out of just doing men's hair is the hardest thing to try and accept. But proving people wrong is one of the biggest achievements for myself considering it was only me who could make those changes and choose what I wanted for my future. MR.Barbers have helped me acheive this over the years and I now manage my own MR. shop in Braintree, Essex.

How many years have you been a barber? I've been a barber for 5 and a half years now.

How did you get into barbering at such a young age and progress so quickly? At 13 I didn't attend school that much and didn't have my mind set to do well, so when things always got bad I would turn to my auntie Faye who has been a hairdresser most of her life.

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After realising my grades weren't going to turn out too good I asked my auntie for a job and she gave me a trial for a week. After spending 7 days with the most amazing people I then realised this is what I wanted to do but I didn't want to do women's hair, it was only men's hair I wanted to be involved with, which is when I discovered barbering!

Did you study anywhere? I went to Jet Hairdressing Academy to get my level 1 & 2 because they also did barbering there. I also had a lot of help from Harry and Rhys Green along the way and they both made me into a stronger, smarter and all round better barber.

Having won the 'MR.Barbers 'Young barber of the year' award, what do you plan for your future in barbering? In the future I hope to have as many busy successful MR.Barbers shops as possible, I already run MR. Braintree and I'm now trying to open up a MR.Barbers Witham. I would like to become a teacher so that I can teach young apprentices so they to have a bright future for themselves.

Any tips or advice you can give to any up and coming barbers who are trying to progress in the industry? Put your heart and soul into every cut that you do. Some may say it's just a haircut but to me the first 2 years it's them first haircuts that depend on your future. Being a barber can be fun, it's not work at all, it's a hobby and if you should enjoy what you do.

Stay humble and don't run before you can walk and let the haircut speak for itself!

- Ashton Joseph - MR.Barbers

MR. Barbers contact: info@mrbarbers.co.uk

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BEARD COLOUR BLENDING

Hannah Griggs is owner of Taylor Made Grooming (@TMmensgrooming/@ taylormademensgrooming) and educator at the Great British Barbering Academy (@ gbbarberingacademy). Here Hannah shows her beard colour blending services…

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annah charges around £10 for her beard colour blending service and has approximately eight customers a week who return every three weeks. Those beards grow fast! Hannah says “A lot of my clients want a beard but they haven’t got the coverage. Natural colour brings out a lot of fine hair and makes it look thicker and defined.”

1. Make sure you have assessed the customer’s skin and beard for contraindications. Hannah uses American Crew Grey Coverage. It’s low peroxide but always skin test and allow to process according manufacturer’s instructions.

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Always apply tint before lining out the beard, you don’t want to apply tint to any nicks or shaved skin. Use a tint brush and apply the colour working down from the cheekbone. For longer beards, comb through. Allow to process for 5-10 minutes. It’s really easy to judge the depth of colour, just keep an eye on it. Ask the customer to wash their beard themselves using a cleansing face wash and then dry.

Check the colour is even and to the depth required. Line out the beard for a sharp, neat finish on the cheeks and neck.

“It’s a quick and easy service that gets a great result, in my shop the apprentices often do it,” adds Hannah. Thanks Hannah!

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TOP TIPS HOW TO…CREATE A STAND OUT BUSINESS AWARDS ENTRY. The NHF (nhf.info) is a membership trade association that supports sole traders and employers in the hair industry.

To celebrate the many successes in the industry the NHF is launching their own business awards. Here’s their tips on creating an entry that will help you stand out from the crowd…

• Show evidence. A good way to show tangible results is to include client testimonials, statistics, charts and graphs, relevant awards you may have won in the past and any media coverage.

• Read (and answer) the question. Ensure you understand what is expected from your entry. Then tailor your answer very specifically to that, not to what you want the judges to hear.

• Involve your clients. Ask your clients what it is they love about your business, service and team to demonstrate how your methods are a success but do remember to obtain your client’s consent.

• Be honest. While your aim is to present your business in the best possible light, always be

honest. Wild exaggeration might end up in embarrassment further along the process.

• Create a strong first impression. Typos and grammatical errors create a poor impression so check, check and check again. You should also avoid jargon and use bullet points to aid the judges and stick to the stated word count.

• Keep a copy for yourself. Save a copy of your entry for future awards applications.

Even if you are not successful, you can build on what you have written to provide a great analysis of your barbershop.

• Watch those dates. Make a note of important dates and deadlines. This includes the closing date for entries, the announcement of finalists, and of course, the date of the award event itself.

Put your award entry skills to the test by entering the NHF’s Business Awards (closing date for entries 28 July 2017). The Awards are free to enter and open to NHF members and non-members. For more information visit: nhf.info/nhfbusinessawards

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