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Blog | Best Men's Hair Salon in Webster As we enter a New Year, I have been thinking about what guys look for when searching for a hair salon. After years of specializing in men’s haircutting, here are some trends I’ve observed. Guy’s want to sit down and have their barber/stylist be on the same page right from the beginning; not endles...

The Difference Between a Barber, a Hairstylist and Me!

I often am asked whats the difference between a barber and a hairstylist. Please remember that I am generally speaking. So here it is:

A barber is trained in cutting very traditional styles and employs scissor over comb and clipper over comb techniques to produce short haircuts (remember the crew cut, and flat top). Along with this they are trained in shaving techniques. For the most part, going to the barber is very often like a whirlwind experience. You sit down and whichever barber finishes first (unless you want to wait for a specific person) is who cuts your hair. Generally you are in and out in minutes.

A stylist is trained in both women and men’s cutting and styling techniques. Layering, texturizing, hair color and other chemical services. They are taught how the hair grows, moves, cutting at different angles to achieve specific looks, and taking in account facial structure, face shape and head shape. If for instance a man wears a longer style, a stylist would be best suited for the job.

As for myself, I was trained initially as a Hair Stylist (I figured, hey, why limit myself? As long as I was going to school, I should get the most out of it right?). It was later that I learned barbering techniques. I bring to the table knowledge from both schools, as well as ongoing education to continually keep up with what is most current. Most recently I received training in European barbering techniques while in Italy. I employ scissor and clipper over comb as well as layering techniques. I take into account not only facial and head shape, but confer with you as to career and lifestyle so that we both are on the same page. I also bring over 32 years of experience.

So there you have it! Now when someone asks YOU the difference, you can tell them I told you!



Have a great week!

Dave