" Barber Shop Etiquette "
This school year has started or is bout to start for you. Particularly, if you are in middle or high-school; which you might go back on Wednesday. Anyway, you may have just gotten a clean cut or will get another. Well, I'm about to give y'all some Barber Shop "How-To's."
Since I'm starting school and have not been able to go to my regular Barber, I have been cutting my own hair. However, as school starts; I will occasionally be going back to the Barber Shop.
I still go to my old Barber Shop when I can. However, when you are in a different location. You may have to find a substitute for the meantime. For we all know the Barbershop is Hub of Knowledge and Brotherhood for Black Males. Maybe your in college or have moved this "off-season." And, are looking or have found a new shop. Anyway, here are some rules that you must follow at the Barber Shop.
My Barber Shop "Do's."
1. Make your entrance count- If you live in the south or a certain part of the region, respect and greetings are key. If you want to be treated like a adult and/or with respect, make your entrance count.
(1) Walk into the Barber Shop with one of your freshest fits on. Clothes make a good impression.
(2) Wear some shades, and then take them off when you walk through the door. This not only shows respect (like taking off your hat in church) but it also shows that you are important.
(3) Speak when you enter the Shop. A simple "Hi, how y'all doing" is good. Not, only are you showing respect and Brotherhood; but you can tell what kind of Shop it is. If none of the Barbers respond and just look at you like your crazy; then this is not the Barber Shop for you. Any enlighten and real Brother (young or old) will always take time to verbally respond or at least nod their head.
Go to another Shop, if they are unfriendly. A Barber Shop is a place for Brothers, not enemies.
Tip: 2. Wash your hair.
This is basically self-explanatory. However, a lot of people don't follow it faithfully or properly. If you are cutting your own hair, don't worry about pre-washing before cutting. But, if you getting it cut: Always wash your hair.
Here are some tips that I use.
(3) Off and On- Use my off and on method (for beginners only).
Basically, a five days before a cut (A Friday or Saturday Cut) ; start prepping your hair.
Wash your hair on Monday. Then use your regular product.
Grease your hair (with regular product) on Tuesday.
Use a non-grease hair product on Wednesday (Pink Lotion or something), but just enough for a shine.
Don't Use grease or oil on Thursday (if you have super dry hair, use a little cooking old), but Wash it that night
Friday: Wash your hair that morning. Go in on a bushing session and then head to the Barber Shop within 24 hours.
SUPER-TIP: Wear a Du-Rag every single night.
Tip 3: Know what you want or at least have a idea.
A lot of Brothers come into a new Barber Shop wanting a new cut. Or the total opposite: They want the same thing they had at their old shop. However, many factors come into play with this.
First, if you want a new cut/style. Go online and research.
Secondly, learn the lingo and terminology. Your old Barber probably knows your family or at least you. He knows what you like. However, the new guy is just going to do what you ask for. Unclear conversation about a hair cut can lead to disaster.
Last, you will gain respect by knowing what your talking about. Know the difference between a skin and shadow fade. Know the difference between a 1 against the grain. And, a regular trim. Therefore, know the language and know what you want. If you stay consistent, sooner or later you will have a Barber that knows what you want just by you saying "Give me the regular" or you simply sitting in his chair.
Tip 4: Always know the price.
Depending on your new Barber or location. The prices of the cut can be a lot higher than before. Before even going to a Barber Shop, checkout their prices online. If they do not have a website/pricing, then as soon as you step in the door (and greet) look at the price chart. Every Shop usually has a price chart somewhere in the Shop. Last, to avoid all the trouble; just call & ask for the prices of cuts. Also, ask about " specialty cuts" (like Black-Outs and fades) which tend to be higher depending on the shop.
Tip 5: Last, but not least. For the last tip, do as it says and please Tip your Barber.
If you are going to the Barber (rather for a one-time cut or trying to make this your regular guy) please TIP. It is not mandatory; however, it is respected and appreciated.
Even, if it $3 dollars (my personal minimum/average). It shows that you appreciate the Barber work. Further, a lot of perks come out of tipping the "Right Barber." Good Barbers will know when they have a "good customers." And, they will usually show some respect back.
In closing, the Barbershop is the hub and second home for Us as Black Males. Rather going to a different shop or just trying to improve as a better customer and man. These tips will go a long ways.
Sincerely,
The Brown Brother
PS: If y'all this post, let me know and I will do a part II. (Pictures/Artwork from good.is and alexcampbell.com). Disclaimer: I'm not affiliated and have never seen the websites.
Reference Source: Bing Images- Black Barber Shop
This school year has started or is bout to start for you. Particularly, if you are in middle or high-school; which you might go back on Wednesday. Anyway, you may have just gotten a clean cut or will get another. Well, I'm about to give y'all some Barber Shop "How-To's."
Since I'm starting school and have not been able to go to my regular Barber, I have been cutting my own hair. However, as school starts; I will occasionally be going back to the Barber Shop.
I still go to my old Barber Shop when I can. However, when you are in a different location. You may have to find a substitute for the meantime. For we all know the Barbershop is Hub of Knowledge and Brotherhood for Black Males. Maybe your in college or have moved this "off-season." And, are looking or have found a new shop. Anyway, here are some rules that you must follow at the Barber Shop.
My Barber Shop "Do's."
1. Make your entrance count- If you live in the south or a certain part of the region, respect and greetings are key. If you want to be treated like a adult and/or with respect, make your entrance count.
(1) Walk into the Barber Shop with one of your freshest fits on. Clothes make a good impression.
(2) Wear some shades, and then take them off when you walk through the door. This not only shows respect (like taking off your hat in church) but it also shows that you are important.
(3) Speak when you enter the Shop. A simple "Hi, how y'all doing" is good. Not, only are you showing respect and Brotherhood; but you can tell what kind of Shop it is. If none of the Barbers respond and just look at you like your crazy; then this is not the Barber Shop for you. Any enlighten and real Brother (young or old) will always take time to verbally respond or at least nod their head.
Go to another Shop, if they are unfriendly. A Barber Shop is a place for Brothers, not enemies.
Tip: 2. Wash your hair.
This is basically self-explanatory. However, a lot of people don't follow it faithfully or properly. If you are cutting your own hair, don't worry about pre-washing before cutting. But, if you getting it cut: Always wash your hair.
Here are some tips that I use.
(3) Off and On- Use my off and on method (for beginners only).
Basically, a five days before a cut (A Friday or Saturday Cut) ; start prepping your hair.
Wash your hair on Monday. Then use your regular product.
Grease your hair (with regular product) on Tuesday.
Use a non-grease hair product on Wednesday (Pink Lotion or something), but just enough for a shine.
Don't Use grease or oil on Thursday (if you have super dry hair, use a little cooking old), but Wash it that night
Friday: Wash your hair that morning. Go in on a bushing session and then head to the Barber Shop within 24 hours.
SUPER-TIP: Wear a Du-Rag every single night.
Tip 3: Know what you want or at least have a idea.
A lot of Brothers come into a new Barber Shop wanting a new cut. Or the total opposite: They want the same thing they had at their old shop. However, many factors come into play with this.
First, if you want a new cut/style. Go online and research.
Secondly, learn the lingo and terminology. Your old Barber probably knows your family or at least you. He knows what you like. However, the new guy is just going to do what you ask for. Unclear conversation about a hair cut can lead to disaster.
Last, you will gain respect by knowing what your talking about. Know the difference between a skin and shadow fade. Know the difference between a 1 against the grain. And, a regular trim. Therefore, know the language and know what you want. If you stay consistent, sooner or later you will have a Barber that knows what you want just by you saying "Give me the regular" or you simply sitting in his chair.
Tip 4: Always know the price.
Depending on your new Barber or location. The prices of the cut can be a lot higher than before. Before even going to a Barber Shop, checkout their prices online. If they do not have a website/pricing, then as soon as you step in the door (and greet) look at the price chart. Every Shop usually has a price chart somewhere in the Shop. Last, to avoid all the trouble; just call & ask for the prices of cuts. Also, ask about " specialty cuts" (like Black-Outs and fades) which tend to be higher depending on the shop.
Tip 5: Last, but not least. For the last tip, do as it says and please Tip your Barber.
If you are going to the Barber (rather for a one-time cut or trying to make this your regular guy) please TIP. It is not mandatory; however, it is respected and appreciated.
Even, if it $3 dollars (my personal minimum/average). It shows that you appreciate the Barber work. Further, a lot of perks come out of tipping the "Right Barber." Good Barbers will know when they have a "good customers." And, they will usually show some respect back.
In closing, the Barbershop is the hub and second home for Us as Black Males. Rather going to a different shop or just trying to improve as a better customer and man. These tips will go a long ways.
Sincerely,
The Brown Brother
PS: If y'all this post, let me know and I will do a part II. (Pictures/Artwork from good.is and alexcampbell.com). Disclaimer: I'm not affiliated and have never seen the websites.
Reference Source: Bing Images- Black Barber Shop
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