ashland barbers

Born to clip

2012-02-26T16:43:00.000-08:00

As nature played out barbering was in the blood , never intended to be an barber, dad always tried to talk me out of it. But he was not successful in that, i am a barber now. So in need of a career after not being able to continue my service due to serve cuts to many of us to be exact.
So in having been born into barbering coming from a whole line of barbers it was natural for me to choose my career, what a better way to start as a barber than to have it in your blood. So having tried college first which didn’t have the mind for it ,dropped out and decided to begin a career in barbering which at the time was a great choice for me as it turned out.

Since my mother had went to Bailey Barber College in the 70’s she was one of two female barbers in Lexington at the time so that’s was a milestone for women to break into a male dominated career, So the natural choice was baileys for my training, went over to woodhill plaza where it was located at the time and signed up. Didn’t have to wait , all it took was signing up and making my school payments.

At the time was working fulltime with mentally handicapped adults and worked from 10 o’clock at night to 8 in the morning and then speed off to barber school . Sleep deprived YES! The whole 9 months felt like a zombie, but made it through ended up with 982 haircuts by the end of school which at the time the record was 950 for student barber/stylist will not use stylist in my writing.

So it was time to take state examination the fee was for 120.00 I do believe at the time. Since graduated in December had to wait almost a month to take it even was not able to cut either started in January 26,1994 took state exam January 20 made an 92% on that ,it was time to do the apprenticeship at the time you had to have 18 months apprenticeship under a master barber what a better person to have than your father as your master supervisor, but he was crazy he would stop his hair cut run over to your chair screaming “ stop what are you doing? ” which embarrassed you to no end but anyway the 18 months came to a close.

It was time to take my master barbers examination it was practical only, oh forgot to mention that the apprentice examination was written and a practical also. So the day of examination you do your haircut a taper cut and a face shave and scored an 92% again, no I had completed all state requirements for master barber in the state of Kentucky. I could of moved on and opened my own shop but dad was ready to retire in a few years and would take over an already establish 100 year old business ,what an great deal already! That’s pretty much how to became a barber.

2012-02-10T20:12:00.001-08:00

Haircut you say! Well I know a little about that, Being a former Marine I wore this hairstyle all the way though out my time of service. Owning my own Barbershop also has a lot to do with it too. So has 19 years of barbering under my belt, I can tell you how I do my style of a Marine Horseshoe haircut. This haircut goes back to, the really Old Corps. Worn with pride for generations of Marines deemed exotic hairstyle by the Marine Corps and from time to time unacceptable to wear.

Beginning in the late 1980s, it crossed over into civilian life, being embraced first by mostly young males, then spread to like-aged men in other groups. Although "high and tight" is a term commonly used within the military and law enforcement communities, the same haircut is sometimes referred to by civilians as a "skin fade," meaning that the back and sides are shaved to the skin and the top is blended or faded into slightly longer hair.

While many variations of the style exist, the one common feature is that all of the hair on the sides and back of the head is clipped very close, usually 1/16 inch or shorter, up to a point above the temples, referring to the "high" part of its name. A sharp line delineates the boundary between the close-cut sides and back and the longer top portion, referring to the "tight" part of its name. The crown of the head is spared the closest shaving to safely accommodate the weight of a Military helmets. The length of the top portion may vary, usually being 5–10 mm (1/4 to 3/8 inch), but sometimes left long enough to comb. Sometimes the back and sides of the head are shaved completely with a razor.

I begin with My Oster 76 classic clippers, all I use are the following tools, the clipper blades OA, number 1 blade, the '000' zero, and the 5 '00000' blade.Safety razor and shaving cream. I begin cutting just above the temporal bone, just above it, holding the clippers horizontally. I cut along the crown of the head all the way to the other temporal bone, then do not change blades and move to the top front of the head hold back about half inch and begin cutting back towards crown in back of head till you run into your first around the head cutting. repeat this till top of head is even and flat with the appearance of a horseshoe shape by looking down upon the head best to look by using a mirror.

Now it is time to change blade to a number one blade, beginning at the sideburns you will run the blade up to just below where you did your first cutting at the temple and around the sides till you have tightened your cut now you will tighten it up more you will have to change now to the "000" triple zero and repeat same steps,then since you will be shaving the entire head, you'll need it closer so you will not have any visible lines. it is time to shave cover entire head all the way around up to but not past the temporal and same all the way around when you shave everything below all the way down to the nape of the neck.

Now it is time to clean it all up and make sure your flattop is flat no uneven hover hanging none blended hair at the sides or even sticking up from the top and when all that is done you have a very distinctive hair style.

Posted 10th January by defendyourself

2012-02-09T20:25:00.001-08:00

How to cut a Horseshoe high-tight

How to Become an Barber

2011-03-11T17:28:00.000-08:00

Find a barber school in your state by looking up a nearby location online (see Resources).
Complete the application process.
Enroll for classes, and complete the minimum of 1,500 hours of study required to become a barber plus any additional hours required by your state.
Prepare to take your state barber exam.
Contact the barber review board in your state, and register for your state barber exam.
Take the state barber exam.

7. Normally takes 9 months or 1500 hours an 6 months apprenticeship under master barber

before accuireing your master barber licesure which will be givin by your state barber board
by your state

BARBER SURGEON A BRIEF HISTORY

2011-02-17T04:44:00.000-08:00

Barber-surgeons were medical practitioners in medieval Europe who, unlike many doctors of the time, performed surgery, often on the war wounded. Barber-surgeons would normally learn their trade as an apprentice to a more experienced colleague. Many would have no formal learning, and were often illiterate.

Barber-surgeons

King Henry VIII granting a Royal Charter to the Barber-Surgeons company.

Credits:Wellcome Library, London.

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The red and white pole which is still used to identify a barber’s shop was originally intended to reflect the blood and napkins used to clean up during bloodletting. This treatment was one of the main tasks of the barber-surgeon, as well as extracting teeth, performing enemas, selling medicines, performing surgery and, of course, cutting hair.
In England barbers and surgeons originally had separate guilds, but these were merged by Henry VIII in 1540 as the United Barber-Surgeons Company. However, the two professions were beginning to separate. Surgery was establishing itself as a profession, helped by men such as the French surgeon Ambroise Paré, whose work raised the professional status of surgery. Increasingly, barbers were forbidden to carry out any surgical procedures except for teeth-pulling and bloodletting. In 1745 the two professions were separated by King George II, who established the London College of Surgeons. By this time surgeons were university educated.

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2011-02-11T05:02:00.000-08:00

our irritations we face in our grooming everyday

2011-02-11T05:00:00.000-08:00

Ingrown Hairs

These appear as small bumps, most often on the face scalp. Poor shaving and cleansing of the skin can cause the hair to curl over within the follicle instead of exiting the skin. Ingrown hairs are prevented by proper cleansing of the skin and proper shaving techniques (for more on shaving, click the HERE). Persistent problems with ingrown hairs should be treated under the advice of a dermatologist.

Psoriasis

This is an inflammatory skin disease which commonly appears on the knees, elbows, and scalp. The cause of Psoriasis is unknown and it is not contagious. The lesions are round, dry patches covered with coarse, silvery scales. Psoriasis can be a difficult problem and should be treated by a dermatologist.

Razor Bumps

Highly common among African American men, razor bumps occur when curly hair is cut close and growns back into the skin. The best treatement for razor bumps is to let the beard grow out and shave less. Proper shaving techniques can also prevent razor bumps. For more on shaving, click the "Shaving Advice" button to the left.

Razor Burn

A hot, red irritation of the skin caused by poor shaving techniques (most often excessive shaving and poor blade lubrication). For more on shaving

RECOGNIZE AND PREVENT SCALP PROBLEMS

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Several scalp conditions, left untreated, may become larger problems and lead to hair loss. Below are a few common scalp problems. If any of the following conditions exist, please consult your dermatologist.

Acne

Acne is a cronic inflammatory disease of the oil glands. When the hair follicle is filled with excess oil and dirt, a blackhead forms and causes a blockage at the mouth of the follicle. This causes irritation and often leads to the development of pus-filled pimples. The treatment for mild acne is to reduce the skin's oiliness by application of cleansers morning, noon and night. Regular exfoliation can also be helpful. Several creams containing Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid can help prevent acne. Persistent or severe acne should always be treated by a dermatologist.

Dandruff (Pityriasis)

There are two common forms of Dandruff: Dry Dandruff and Greasy Dandruff. The principle signs of Dry Dandruff are white scales on the hair and scalp accompanied by itching. Greasy or Waxy Dandruff is characterized by scaliness of the epidermis, mixed with oils which causes it to stick to the scalp in patches. Dandruff may be associated with a dry or oily condition. Common causes include poor blood circulation to the scalp, poor diet, improper hygiene, excessive use of styling products, dry indoor air, tight fitting hats, or infection. Generally, dandruff is a natural condition and normally cannot be eliminated. Dandruff can be controlled by using a dandruff shampoo and correcting the conditions above that promote dandruff. Long-term neglect of Dandruff can cause baldness. Below are two common forms of Dandruff. Be careful using Dandruff Shampoos containing Zinc Pyrithione. Shampoos containing this chemical are not intended for daily use and should be used about 2 times per week, alternated with a good Moisturizing Shampoo.

where it all started

2011-02-03T04:17:00.000-08:00

ASHLAND BARBERS FORMALLY DRAKE BARBERSHOP EST. 1902
Cross North Broadway and continue on West Short while taking notice of the 180-year-old building at 309 West Short (on your left before North Mill). This is Lexington’s oldest surviving post office (ca. 1830). The building to its west at 311 is a remnant of the 19th century REED-DRAKE HOTEL.On your right at 300 West Short (on the southwest corner of West Short and N. Mill Street) is a building that began as a pharmacy in 1905. It became Sageser Pharmacy from 1930 to around 1970, after which the building was renovated and converted to law offices. Continue to Cheapside Park, on your right at the southeast corner of West Short and Cheapside (Stop 9). South Ashland Avenue HOME OF ASHLAND BARBER SHOP Continue east for another block on East High Street to the South Ashland intersection. Turn left on South Ashland (Stop 26). You have entered the South Ashland Historic District, which is included the Woodlands National Register Historic District. Its houses were built in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. A variety of architectural styles of the period are represented with many of the structures reflecting combinations of styles. Included in this district is Woodland Park, which was designed by the Olmstead Brothers landscape architecture firm.
Continue on South Ashland until you reach Fincastle Road on the right, a block before you reach East Main Street at the stoplight. (Skip to Stop 29 if you desire to eliminate 2 miles from your tour.) Turn right on Fincastle Road and continue 5 blocks through the old and peaceful Ashland Park neighborhood until you reach Sycamore. This neighborhood is part of the National Park Service’s Ashland Park Historic District. As you bike through the Ashland Park Neighborhood, you will notice that it is one of the most unified and aesthetically pleasing neighborhoods in Lexington. Colonial Georgian, Federal, Queen Anne Victorian, Colonial Revival, Dutch Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival and Craftsman are among the architectural styles found in the area, giving the visitor a rich survey of our American architectural history. In 1904, the Clay family hired the Olmsted brothers to create plans for a residential neighborhood on the 600-acre estate. Constructed over a 15-year period, the development was completed around 1930. A short distance past Sycamore on the left is Henry Clay’s Estate, Ashland.
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Shaveing your face do's

2011-01-25T04:12:00.000-08:00

STEP ONE: PREP

Always shave after or at the end of a shower, to soften the beard, open the pores, and cleanse the skin. Use a great quality shave cream like Metro Men's Grooming Ultimate Shave Cream. If you have a tough beard or very sensitive skin, you may wish to apply a Metro Men's Grooming Pre Shave Oil before you apply shaving cream. This will help further soften the beard and reduce razor drag.

Shaving cream is ideally applied with a brush (badger hair is best) to soften and lift the beard. Place a pea sized amount of cream in the deep in the center of your brush and smooth the bristles together. Next, wet the brush well with hot water and apply to the face in a circular motion.

A good prep is vital to soften the beard and minimize irritation. Also, make sure you change your blade at least once per week - dull blades play hell on your face.

STEP TWO: SHAVE

Use a clean, sharp razor such as the Gillette Mach3. Start by shaving WITH the grain (the direction the hair grows). This will minimize cuts, irritation, in-grown hairs and razor burn. Glide the razor gently over your face. Avoid applying pressure and rinse your blade often. If you must have a closer shave, re-lather and shave lightly against the grain. If you cut yourself, apply a moist alum block on the area to stop bleeding. After shaving, close the pores with a rinse of cool water.

If using a shaving brush, always hang the brush to dry with the bristles facing downward.

STEP THREE: REPAIR AND PROTECT

Many men make the mistake of stopping with step two, but the following is important to keep your skin healthy and protect from signs of aging. After rinsing with cool water, moisturize and protect your skin with a few pumps of Metro Men's Grooming Post Shave Repair. This will help soothe and moisturize the skin and promote healing.

HISTORY OF BARBERING

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The word "barber" comes from the Latin word "barba," meaning beard. It may surprise you to know that the earliest records of barbers show that they were the foremost men of their tribe. They were the medicine men and the priests. But primitive man was very superstitious and the early tribes believed that both good and bad spirits, which entered the body through the hairs on the head, inhabited every individual. The bad spirits could only be driven out of the individual by cutting the hair, so various fashions of hair cutting were practiced by the different tribes and this made the barber the most important man in the community. In fact, the barbers in these tribal days arranged all marriages and baptized all children. They were the chief figures in the religious ceremonies. During these ceremonies, the hair was allowed to hang loosely over the shoulders so that the evil spirits could come out. After the dancing, the long hair was cut in the prevailing fashion by the barbers and combed back tightly so that the evil spirits could not get in or the good spirits get out.

This rule by barbers was a common thing in ancient Asia. In fact, wherever there were legends and superstitions about the hair, the barbers flourished. To this day in India, the veneration of the hair continues and those who cut and dress the hair are important characters.

SHAVED HEADS AND BEARDS
In Egypt, many centuries before Christ, barbers were prosperous and highly respected. The ancient monuments and papyrus show that the Egyptians shaved their beards and their heads. The Egyptian priests even went so far as to shave the entire body every third day. At this time the barbers carried their tools in open-mouthed baskets and their razors were shaped like small hatchets and had curved handles. The Bible tells us that when Joseph was summoned to appear before Pharaoh, a barber was sent for to shave Joseph, so that Pharaoh's sight would not be offended by a dirty face.

In Greece, barbers came into prominence as early as the fifth century, BC. These wise men of Athens rivaled each other in the excellence of their beards. Beard trimming became an art and barbers became leading citizens. Statesmen, poets and philosophers, who came to have their hair cut or their beards trimmed or curled and scented with costly essences, frequented their shops. And, incidentally, they came to discuss the news of the day, because the barber shops of ancient Greece were the headquarters for social, political, and sporting news. The importance of the tonsorial art in Greece may be gathered from the fact that a certain prominent Greek was defeated for office because his opponent had a more neatly trimmed beard.

In the third century, BC, the Macedonians under Alexander the Great began their conquest of Asia and lost several battles to the Persians who grabbed the Macedonians by their beards, pulled them to the ground and speared them. This resulted in a general order by Alexander that all soldiers be clean-shaven. The civilians followed the example of the soldiers and beards lost their vogue. Barbers were unknown in Rome until 296 BC, when Ticinius Mena came to Rome from Sicily and introduced shaving. Shaving soon became the fashion and the barber shop became the gathering place for the Roman dandies. No people were better patrons of the barbers than the Romans. They often devoted several hours each day to tonsorial operations, which included shaving, hair cutting, hairdressing, massaging, manicuring and the application of rare ointments and cosmetics of unknown formulas. The great ladies of Rome always had a hairdresser among their slaves and the rich nobles had private tonsors, as they were then called. Barbers were so highly prized that a statue was erected to the memory of the first barber of Rome.

When Hadrian became emperor, beards became the fashion again -- and for a very good reason. Hadrian had a face covered with warts and scars. He allowed his beard to grow to cover these blemishes. The people of Rome imitated the emperor and grew beards whether they needed them or not.

The fashion changed again to clean-shaven faces. We know that Caesar was clean-shaven. As we will see repeated in history many times, the leaders of the state were the leaders of fashion and the people were always ready to follow the prevailing styles. There are many passages in the Bible referring to the barber profession. Moses commanded that all who recovered from leprosy should be shaved. This was done as a health precaution, because throughout history the Jews have honored the beard as a badge of manhood. To this day, the orthodox Jews have little respect for clean-shaven men. During periods of mourning, the ancient Jews allowed their beards to go untrimmed, but ordinarily their beards were trimmed regularly. The prophet Ezekiel refers to an ancient custom in these words: "Take thou a barber's razor and cause it to pass upon thy head and upon thy beard." The razors of those days were made of flint and oyster shells.

ASSISTANTS TO CLERGY
During the first centuries of the Christian era, the barbers of Europe practiced their profession wherever it was the custom to shave the face and trim the beard. Charlemagne made long, flowing hair the fashion, but each new conqueror changed the fashion according to his whim and personal needs. During the first ten centuries after Christ, the great majority of the people and even the nobles were uneducated and could neither read nor write. The most learned people of the times were the monks and priests who became the physicians of the dark ages. There were no professional surgeons at that time. Most of the diseases, which are easily curable now, were fatal then. "Bloodletting" was the popular method of curing all ills. The clergy who enlisted barbers as their assistants first performed this. This was the first step in the upward progress of the barber profession. Barbers continued to act as assistants to the physician-clergy, until the 12th century. At the council of Tours in 1163, the clergy were forbidden to draw blood or to act as physicians and surgeons on the grounds that it was sacrilegious for ministers of God to draw blood from the human body. The barbers took up the duties relinquished by the clergy and the era of barber-surgeons began. The connection between barbery and surgery continued for more than six centuries and the barber profession reached its pinnacle during this time.

FIRST BARBER ORGANIZATION
The earliest known organization of barbers was formed in 1096 in France when William, archbishop of Rouen, prohibited the wearing of a beard. The barber-surgeon, or chirurgeons, began to thrive all over Europe. They were the doctors of the times and the royalty as well as the common people came to the barbers to have their ills treated as well as for shaving and haircutting. The physicians proper were in continual conflict with the barber-surgeons. The barbers embraced dentistry as well as surgery and this brought down on them the enmity of the dentists of the times. This caused a long strife, whose settlement required the interference of kings and councils. Followed between the barbers and the regular surgeon-dentists. But the barbers retained the privilege of practicing dentistry and surgery for several centuries.

FOUNDED SCHOOL OF SURGERY
In the middle of the 13th century, the barber companies of Paris, known as the Brotherhoods of St. Cosmos and St. Domain, founded the first school ever known for the systematic instruction of barbers in the practice of surgery. This school was later enlarged and became the model for schools of surgery during the Middle Ages. Many of the foremost surgeons of the times were students of the School of St. Cosmos and St. Domain. The establishment of this school was one of the greatest contributions ever made toward the progress of humanity. The oldest barber organization in the world, still known in London as the "Worshipful Company of Barbers," was established in 1308. Richard le Barbour, as the Master of the Barbers, was given supervision over the whole of his trade in London. Once a month he had to go the rounds and rebuke any barbers whom he found acting disgracefully or entering on other trades less reputable. The master of a city company not only had this power, but he successfully prevented unauthorized persons from practicing the barber profession. The Barbers Guild of the 14th Century was undoubtedly more powerful than any of the modern unions. The king and council sanctioned the Guilds and so they could enforce their regulations. It was not uncommon for violators of Guild regulations to suffer prison terms for their misdemeanors.

BARBERS AS SURGEONS
Up to the year 1416, the barbers were not interfered with in the practice of surgery and dentistry. But it was soon evident that they were attempting too much. It was impossible to expect ordinary human beings to competently practice surgery, dentistry and the various tonsorial operations. People began to complain that the barber-surgeons were making them sick instead of well. Many barber-surgeons resorted to quackery in order to cover up their ignorance of medicine and anatomy. These abuses came to the attention of the mayor and council of London. In 1416 an ordinance was passed forbidding barbers from taking under their care any sick person in danger of death or maiming, unless within three days after being called in, they presented the patient to one of the masters of the Barber-Surgeon's Guild. Until 1461 the barbers were the only persons practicing surgery. The practice of surgery was still in its primitive stage, but new discoveries were being made regularly and the barbers found it impossible to keep up with the new discoveries and at the same time maintain their skill in dentistry and barbering. The surgeons began to forge to the front and became increasingly jealous of the privileges accorded the barbers. But for a long time they could do nothing to prevent the barbers from acting as surgeons. In 1450, the Guild of Surgeons was incorporated with the Barbers Company by act of parliament. Barbers were restricted to bloodletting, toothdrawing, cauterization and the tonsorial operations. However the board of governors, regulating the operations of the surgeons and barber-surgeons, consisted of two surgeons and two barbers. Every time a surgeon was given a diploma entitling him to practice his profession, the diploma had to be signed by two barbers as well as two surgeons. The surgeons resented this, but the barbers were very much favored by the monarchs and preserved their privileges until the middle of the 18th century. Henry VIII, Charles II and Queen Anne presented the barber-surgeons with valuable gifts and raised many of them to high offices. Under a clause in the Act of Henry VIII, the Barber-Surgeons were entitled to receive every year the bodies of four criminals who had been executed. The dissections were performed four times a year in the Barber-Surgeons Hall which still stands in London.

ORIGIN OF BARBER POLE
The modern barber pole originated in the days when bloodletting was one of the principal duties of the barber. The two spiral ribbons painted around the pole represent the two long bandages, one twisted around the arm before bleeding and the other used to bind is afterward. Originally, when not in use, the pole with a bandage wound around it, so that both might be together when needed, was hung at the door as a sign. But later, for convenience, instead of hanging out the original pole, another one was painted in imitation of it and given a permanent place on the outside of the shop. This was the beginning of the modern barber pole.

ALLIANCE DISSOLVED
As the science of medicine, surgery and dentistry advanced, the barbers became less and less capable of performing the triple functions of barber-surgeon-dentist. The surgeons wished to be separated entirely from the barbers and they petitioned parliament to sever the ancient relationship of the barbers and surgeons and compel each profession to adhere strictly to its own provinces. A committee was appointed by parliament to investigate the matter and the petition was favorably reported to parliament. By an act of parliament, which received the sanction of the king, the alliance between the barbers and surgeons was dissolved in June, 1745. Two separate companies were formed and the property, formerly owned by the barbers and surgeons jointly, was divided among the two companies.

PROFESSION DECLINES
This marked the decline of the barber profession. Similar action was taken in France under the reign of Louis XIV. Toward the end of the 18th century the barbers of Europe had completely relinquished their right to perform any of the operations of surgery and dentistry, except in the small towns and out-of-the-way places where doctors and dentists were not obtainable. After the barbers were prohibited from practicing medicine, surgery and dentistry, they became mere mechanics and servants, subject to the whims of fashion. When wigs became the fashion during the 18th and part of the 19th century, barbers became wigmakers. Their profession had lost its ancient dignity and barbers had become laborers, instead of professional men. In England, America and all over the civilized world, the decline of the barber was a spectacle for all to see. Barber shops became hangouts, places where low characters assembled. Smutty stories, malicious scandal and gossip of all kinds characterized barber shops until a few years ago. A barber shop was a place where men showed their lower instincts and where women dared not enter.

AN UPWARD TRENDLate in the nineteenth century there were several noteworthy events in the barber profession that gave it an upward trend, and the effects are still carrying onward and upward. How long it will be before the barber may be looked up to as a professional man, taking his place by the side of the dentist, chiropodist, chiropractor and other kindred professions, cannot be foretold, but it would seem both the public and the profession are ready for better things. In 1893, A. B. Moler of Chicago, established a school for barbers. This was the first institution of its kind in the world, and its success was apparent from its very start. It stood for higher education in the ranks, and the parent school was rapidly followed by branches in nearly every principle city of the United States. In the beginning of schools, simply the practical work of shaving, haircutting, facial treatments, etc., was taught as neither the public nor the profession were ready to accept scientific treatments of hair, skin and scalp. Not until about 1920 was much effort made to professionalize the work.

More to come...

mens hair care

2010-12-18T04:13:00.000-08:00

The haircare market is saturated with thousands of men's styling products all claiming to fix whatever problems you're having. Where do you start? And what the hell is an Herbal Humectifying Moisture Treatment anyway?! Actually, I made that up. But, I've seen some product names almost as bad. I'll try to explain the basics of shampoos, conditioners, styling aids, and finishing products in the next few paragraphs.

Haircuts for Men recommends the use of shampoos and styling products purchased from professional barbers and stylists. Professional products, while a bit more expensive, are typically higher in quality than drugstore brands. I recommend products which are formulated specifically for men's hair and scalps. They are packaged in easy to understand language and they smell masculine - your wife or girlfriend won't touch 'em! Click the banner below... there's a whole site devoted just to men's products.

SHAMPOOS

A proper shampoo is given using lukewarm water (hot water dries out hair and scalp). Apply a small amount of shampoo (the size of a quarter) to the palm of your hand and rub hands together to distribute. Apply the shampoo to the scalp and very gently massage with your fingertips. Remember, shampoo is primarily used to cleanse the scalp. The hair will be sufficiently cleansed as the shampoo rinses out. Oh... the "lather, rinse, repeat" instructions on most shampoo bottles is a marketing gimmick created to encourage you to use more shampoo. One wash is generally effective unless you have extremely oily scalp. Now that you know the proper technique, let's chose the right shampoo.

There are six common types of shampoos: normal, oily, moisturizing, volumizing, dandruff, and clarifying. Most men wear hair that is so short almost any shampoo will do. When choosing a shampoo, look for one that specifically targets problems you are having with your scalp (i.e. dryness, oiliness, etc.).

Shampoos for Normal Hair

Most men fall into this category. Shampoos for normal hair are typically gentle and won't strip natural oils from the hair and scalp. Look for one with a pH that matches the skin to avoid drying.

Shampoos for Oily Hair

Choose this type of shampoo if only you have a very oily scalp. These shampoos often contain cleansers designed to remove as much oil as possible and may dry out normal scalps.

Moisturizing Shampoo (Shampoo for Dry Hair)

Those with dry hair and scalps should chose a moisturizing shampoo. These shampoos are formulated to add moisture to the hair and scalp. A moisturizing shampoo is not necessary unless you have very dry hair. When used on normal hair, moisturizing shampoos can often weigh hair down.

Volumizing Shampoo

These shampoos add body to fine, limp hair. Can make thin hair appear fuller and thicker.

Dandruff Shampoo

These shampoos are formulated to help prevent the itching and flaking associated with dandruff. Normally, dandruff shampoos are best alternated with another shampoo appropriate for your hair type. Used daily, these shampoos can often aggravate the dandruff problem. See your dermatologist for usage recommendations.

Clarifying Shampoos

These shampoos are normally only necessary when very heavy styling products are used on a regular basis or prior to coloring hair. Swimmers may also use this shampoo to help remove chemicals from pool water. A clarifying shampoo should be used once per week if needed. More frequent usage may cause drying of the hair and scalp.

CONDITIONERS

A conditioner is generally designed to add moisture to the hair and scalp and prevent tangling. As with shampoos, choose the conditioner best suited for your hair type. Many conditioners can also be used as a hair dressing to control frizz and add shine look for "Leave In" on the label. Some conditioners can be heavy and weigh down fine hair.

TIPS FOR GETTING A GREAT CUT

2010-12-15T04:38:00.000-08:00

Tip 1: Know how to spot a bad haircut. Two of the haircuts below are bad, one is flawless. Here's what's wrong. 1) In the first photo, there is a visible line between the clipper section and the section that was cut with shears and the neckline is blocked crooked and too high. Blending is poor and the cut looks uneven. 2) In the middle photo, there is a highly visible line in the side of the haircut. A properly blended haircut will never have visible lines of demarcation. Here's what's right. In the third photo, there are no visible lines of demarcation, the neckline is expertly tapered and the finishing lines behind and around the ears are clean. After your next haircut, go home and look in the mirror. If you see visible lines, bad blending, or sloppy finishing (blocking, trimming around ears),

IN MEMORIAL OF A LOYAL FRIEND AND CUSTOMER JEFF BOYD WE WILL MISS YOU!

2010-12-14T19:20:00.000-08:00

may your days of rest be peaceful and seren and may your days be glorious becuase you no longer are in pain or fear of what comes the nexted day i remember the first time i met you you where still at henry clay as a senior and its the first of many conversations and good laughs within an 17 year span i will miss you buddy not becuase you where my customer i still considered my friend i shall never forget the last day i saw you either which seems so sureal wishing you a great weekend and a marry christmas it seems so unreal that that would be last time i would talk to you or even cut your skin fadeand tell you the craziest joke which you where always laugh so hard and i will miss your great spirt, i remeber the day you came and walked in the shop just before you fell at the gorge and i didnt hear from you till you where at cardnial hill hosptial recovering from an tragic accedint but like the fighter you where you stood strong and hung inthere i will never forget you my dear freind my your trip be a good on and until we meet again please rest in peace my dear friend

Our Barbers

2010-12-11T03:33:00.000-08:00

in order of senority in shop

Richard lee Cremeans owner 2nd chair to left as you walk in 18 years experience with 69,600 haircuts

Thomas G Cremeans 3rd chair on left 6 years experience co owner

Barry A Agee 4th chair 9 years experience

Donna Cremeans 1st chair on the left though door 33 years barbering started in1973

Shaveing your face

2010-12-11T03:24:00.000-08:00

WELCOME CUSTOMERS OF ASHLAND BARBERS FROM THE OWNERS

2010-12-08T20:11:00.000-08:00

RICHARD CREMEANS AND THOMAS CREMEANS

we are a walk in barbershop based on walk in and steady client base, est 1902 in the drake hotel and in 1962 moved to its present location on the corner of south Ashland ave and Euclid ave in the Chevy chase area purchased in 1969 by Richard Thomas Cremeans and successfully turned it into a nationally known establishment Richard retired in 2004 after 43 years of barbering it is now presently owned by his sons Richard lee and Thomas Cremeans a continuing family tradition which bring to it 22 combined years experience. Richard lee has been with ashland barbers for 18 years of January 2010 and presently has cut over 69,000 hair cuts in his career