You couldn't have missed this new trend: the strong comeback of beards among men! More than just a fashion phenomenon, men are now keen to take care of and maintain their beards. To do this, they rely on professional services. From barbershop corners in existing hair salons to the creation of "barber shops" entirely dedicated to this world... Barbers are flourishing all over France!
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But beware, not just anyone can become a barber! Before embarking on this new adventure, here are some tips and questions to ask yourself to make the right choice.
Do I have the right skills?
Have you been a hairdresser for many years and know all possible techniques? The barber profession nevertheless requires specific skills. It is necessary to acquire them before offering barber services. Many training courses are now available, particularly to meet a growing demand. No need to train your entire team in this technique, a single staff member will suffice. Unless, of course, you want to open a salon entirely dedicated to beards.
The barber is a real hair-care Swiss Army knife, as you will indeed be confronted with several skills: shaving, trimming, shaping, sculpting, and even... waxing!
Note that if you are used to doing men's haircuts, you should get comfortable with barbering faster.
Do I have the right tools?
When a client enters a barbershop, they inevitably expect to find traditional techniques and tools of the barber profession. Indeed, it is important to bring consistency to the services you will provide. For this, you need to equip yourself with the true barber's kit!
Here are the different tools that will make you more credible with customers:
– The straight razor:
This razor with its inimitable look is the ultimate barber accessory! Its blade will provide a particularly appreciated close shave. However, it requires a certain technique as it can be dangerous in novice hands.
– The shaving brush:
This tool is notably used to apply shaving soap to the client's skin and thus facilitate the foaming effect.
– Shaving products:
Whether it's shaving soap or styling products like mustache wax, these will be essential for you to offer a complete and quality service to your clients.
Where should I set up my barber area?
Do you already own a salon and want to integrate an area dedicated to beard trimming and cutting services? Then, planning the layout will be necessary. It will first depend on your personal choice. Do you want to create a universe specially dedicated to barber services, away from the rest of the other clients? Or, on the contrary, do you prefer to highlight your barber area for everyone to see? These are the questions you need to ask yourself before you start.
If you want to fully embrace the barber universe, make sure you have enough space to recreate the "barber shop" atmosphere! Indeed, real barber chairs can be quite bulky and can quickly take up all your space.
A barber corner, yes, but adapted to your hair salon!
Which brands should I choose?
That's it, your decision is made, you're venturing into barber services! Many brands now offer targeted products. The legendary Hairgum has developed shaving soaps, beard shampoos, and a whole range of styling waxes for hair and mustaches, specifically for this new trend. You can also opt for products from the Dear Beard brand with innovative packaging (shaving oil and milk, beard balm, or soothing gel).
Finally, Beautélive and Mobilier by Gouiran have developed many models of barber chairs with a retro/vintage or rather modern look. They can suit all tastes!
Our inspirations for a barber space
Teramo chair by Gouiran Mobilier
The Zerbini barber chair is available in 18 colors in faux leather or fabric to match your salon. It has a large round base and a hydraulic pump to adjust the height.
To ensure good ergonomics when performing your cuts or shaves on your clients, the backrest is reclinable and the chair itself is fully rotatable.
Your client, meanwhile, will have maximum comfort thanks to the adjustable headrest and its polyurethane foam padded backrest. And that's not all, this chair also features large armrests and a footrest in faux leather/fabric and aluminum.
If you want a chic and vintage look, the Teramo chair is the one that will make a difference for your salon.
This traditional barber-style chair adds a touch of authenticity to your barber space while remaining modern.
With its height-adjustable headrest, armrests, and adjustable footrest, this chair perfectly adapts to all your barber services. Its black faux leather upholstery with topstitching gives it a vintage look highly appreciated in the world of barbers.
Don't wait any longer to add a touch of charm to your barbershop with this magnificent chair.
There are many other chairs to add charm to your salon! Tell us which one you chose in the comment section 😍.
