It’s estimated that one in 6 American Men will get Prostate Cancer in their lifetime.  In fact, it is one of the major causes of mortality in US men, second only to lung cancer. Because of these startleing statistics, we are proud to be the Seattle barber to get this fundraiser going with our generous participants.

Weldon barber Seattle would like to thank all of our “Mo Bros and Mo Sistas” for their efforts.  Let’s support them and make a difference in the battle against prostate cancer.

About The Campaign – Weldon Barber Seattle

During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men’s faces, in the US and around the world. With their Mo’s, these men raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and other cancers that affect men.

 

Once registered at www.movember.com, men start Movember 1st clean shaven. For the rest of the month, these selfless and generous men, known as Mo Bros, groom, trim and wax their way into the annals of fine moustachery. Supported by the women in their lives, Mo Sistas, Movember Mo Bros raise funds by seeking out sponsorship for their Mo-growing efforts.

Mo Bros effectively become walking, talking billboards for the 30 days of November. Through their actions and words they raise awareness by prompting private and public conversation around the often ignored issue of men’s health.

At the end of the month, Mo Bros and Mo Sistas celebrate their gallantry and valor by either throwing their own Movember party or attending one of the infamous Gala Partés held around the world by Movember, for Movember.

 

The Movember Effect: Awareness & Education, Survivorship, Research
The funds raised in the US support prostate cancer and other cancers that affect men. The funds raised are directed to programs run directly by Movember and our men’s health partners, the Prostate Cancer Foundation and LIVESTRONG, the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Together, the three channels work together to ensure that Movember funds are supporting a broad range of innovative, world-class programs in line with our strategic goals in the areas of awareness and education, survivorship and research.

For more information on the programs we are funding please visit the following:
Prostate Cancer Foundation
LIVESTRONG, The Lance Armstrong Foundation
Awareness & Education
Global Action Plan

 

Movember – a global movement
Since its humble beginnings in Melbourne Australia, Movember has grown to become a truly global movement inspiring more than 1.1 Million Mo Bros and Mo Sistas to participate with formal campaigns in Australia, New Zealand, the US, Canada, the UK, Finland, the Netherlands, Spain, South Africa and Ireland. In addition, Movember is aware of Mo Bros and Mo Sistas supporting the campaign and men’s health cause across the globe, from Russia to Dubai, Hong Kong to Antarctica, Rio de Janeiro to Mumbai, and everywhere in between.

No matter the country or city, Movember will continue to work to change established habits and attitudes men have about their health, to educate men about the health risks they face, and to act on that knowledge, thereby increasing the chances of early detection, diagnosis and effective treatment.

In 2010, over 64,500 US Mo Bros and Mo Sistas got on board, raising $7.5 million USD.

via us.movember.com

Contrary to popular belief, the Pompadour is not difficult to achieve.  A quality haircut from your stylist at Weldon Barber Seattle, plus the use of some quality products can help you achieve this style.  The basic form of this cut incorporates a shape that is longer on the top-front than in the back. Styling is much easier than many would believe.  The experts at American Crew say that after shampooing and conditioning with quality products such as American Crew Daily Shampoo and condition with American Crew Stimulating Conditioner (available at Weldon Barber Seattle), skip the blow-dryer and towel dry your
hair.  Apply a liberal amount of stiff styling gel such as American Crew Superglue beginning at the root and smoothing it to the ends. Use a comb to spread the gel and pull the hair up at the root and then back. Let your hair dry naturally.

As popular as the traditional pompadour has become, some are opting for an update to this greaser hairstyle.  One of the most stylish ways to alter this look is to shave the sides.  This simple change from the traditional style adds an edge that brings the cut into the 21^st century.

Whether opting for the original, or modernizing the look, the pompadour is a style for those who want to make an impression.  It has the ability to resurrect the first “rebel without a cause” or reflect a bold, modern edge.  If you’re interested in exploring this style,
or another new look, the professionals at Weldon Barber Seattle are here to guide you through the process and help you do it right.
Let us help you transform your look and make a bold impression.

Aveda and Weldon Barber Seattle show how to create two different looks for you guys with short hair. Aveda’s Kurt Keuffner presents classic how-to styling tips and tricks for short hair. Learn how to create both formal and casual styles.

Click here to view the embedded video.

Keuffner recommends using Aveda Men Pure-formance™ Shampoo and Conditioner, as well as the Pomade and Aroma Spray.

Here at Weldon Barber Seattle we also recommend the Aveda Men Pure-formance™ Shampoo and Conditioner as a way to get clean hair and soothe the scalp.

Aveda has this to say about both products: “Clinically proven to leave scalp feeling calmer, healthier, less irritated and less itchy. Works with Pure-formanceTM Conditioner to soothe and relieve scalp while cleansing, conditioning, moisturizing and adding shine to hair. After just two weeks:

• 72% experienced a reduction in oiliness and greasiness
• 65% experienced a reduction in scalp dryness and itchiness
• One of 7 groundbreaking products honored with Gold-level Cradle to Cradle certification.”

Visit Weldon Barber Seattle for your classic styles and Aveda products for men!

For July 7th and 8th only, Weldon Barber Seattle is offering our Signature Men’s Haircut, a $36 value, for only $18 through Groupon! This coupon is valid for new guests OR clients who have not visited us in the past six months. Go ahead, treat yourself (1 per person), and while you’re at it treat your guy friends, too (buy multiples as gifts).

Highlights

• Upscale, modern barber shops
• Cut includes a hot neck shave
• Choose from four locations – Downtown Seattle, Kirkland, Issaquah or Mill Creek

You know Groupon, they always have such an engaging description:

“Wild follicles can only be tamed by routinely slicing off their topmost tips, which is where the hair brains reside. Keep free-flowing manes in check with today’s Groupon: for $18, you get the Weldon signature haircut at Weldon Barber (a $36 value). Choose from the following locations: Seattle, Issaquah, Mill Creek, or Kirkland.

Weldon Barber’s bristle brigade caters to men’s grooming needs with thorough haircuts amplified by masculine pampering. The Weldon signature cut begins manly maintenance with a hot face towel, which preps pores for a shave and relaxes facial muscles tense from chewing down trees. A scalp-massaging shampoo salubriously soothes follicular beds before an expert stylist crafts a custom haircut, following specific direction or aesthetic intuition. A hot towel neck shave prevents faces from becoming targets for Velcro darts, and tune-ups wind down with a styling and a brow, ear, and nose trim.

In the waiting room, visitors can wrap mitts around a complimentary beverage before hunkering down in a roomy leather chair and pointing peepers at the pages of a magazine. Catch the news, sports, or news about mascot rebellions on the flat-screen TV until a stylist/barber comes to clean up your disheveled or overly long mop.”

This offer is for July 7th and 8th only – get your Groupon for Weldon Barber Seattle NOW!

Happy 4th of July from Weldon Barber Seattle and Jack Black! When you hit the pool remember to grab your Sun Guard Sunscreen SPF45, – you’ll love it because this vitamin-enriched, oil-free, very water- and sweat-resistant lotion offers superior broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection and absorbs quickly without greasy or heavy residue.

But there are some other essential Jack Black products you don’t want to forget. When you’re firing up your grill, remember that the rising temperatures might be taking a toll on you (and your clothes). Jack Black’s solution:  beat the heat with Pit Boss Antiperspirant & Deodorant and Dry-Down Friction-Free Powder. Our odor and wetness fighters will keep you calm, cool, and collected.

If you’re grilling and burn your arm while flipping a burger, don’t worry! Jack Black’s Mr. Fix It Antibacterial Wound Rescue will inhibit the growth of bacteria and promote faster healing.

Hey, Weldon Barber Spokane and Jack Black have you covered!

By the way, if you haven’t experienced Weldon Barber Seattle yet, check out our special offer – a Weldon Signature Haircut:

http://weldonbarberseattle.net/

Thanks to American Crew for this mens hairstyle picture!

Have you been thinking about wearing your hair longer than you’ve ever worn it before? Or perhaps you’ve been giving some thought to those bygone days when you were bold enough to let your hair brush your shoulders. Whatever is motivating you to let hair grow, there are some important factors you need to consider before taking the plunge and opting for a long mens hairstyle.

Your Personality

Let’s be frank. Men who wear their hair long are not common, making up only two to five percent of the population. And this includes men whose hair is long but doesn’t quite reach their shoulders. Add to that the fact that long hair is often considered feminine. This means you’re going to stand out in the crowd of your brethren who keep their hair shorn.  As a result, you need to be an extremely confident individual to withstand the occasional ribbing, taunting or even physical challenges that you will more than likely receive from time to time.

Your Place of Employment

The second factor that is going to determine whether sporting a long mens hairstyle is feasible for you is your place of employment. Most offices have a dress code, whether spoken or unspoken, and you’ll need to determine if a long mens hairstyle fits in with your particular office’s rules about appearance. In particular, study how successful men in your company dress. If you expect to advance in your career, you may want to mimic the clothes and hairstyles of these individuals.

Even those of you who are self-employed may not be able to get away with a long mens hairstyle if your clients expect to see you in a three-piece suit with your hair neatly trimmed. Those of you engaged in more creative or artistic endeavors, on the other hand, will have a much easier time wearing a long mens hairstyle, which may very well be viewed as an extension of your unique artistic expression.

Mens Hairstyle and Your Lifestyle

If you lead an active life, regularly engaging in vigorous sports such as biking, racing, and rock climbing, you may need to wear a short mens hairstyle to keep your hair from interfering in these activities.  You may also opt for a long mens hairstyle as an expression of your spiritual beliefs or cultural heritage. An excellent example can be seen in Native American men who wear the long mens hairstyles of their forefathers. In this case, you’ll need to weigh this factor against the first two – personality and place of employment – in your final decision of how long to wear your hair.

Your Hair Texture

You’ll have an easier time maintaining your long mens hairstyle if your hair texture is straight. This in no way means that men with curly hair can’t sport a long mens hairstyle. Just expect to spend more time caring for and grooming it.  And if you’re beginning to show signs of balding, a long mens hairstyle is probably not the right one for you.

If your personality, job environment, lifestyle, and hair type support a long mens hairstyle, then there’s no reason why you can’t let your hair brush your collar or fall past your shoulders. Your BARBER LOCATION stylist will be able to create the most flattering look for you. Call today for an appointment to discuss your options:  Weldon Barber Seattle (206) 441-2116, Weldon Barber Kirkland (425) 828-0151, Weldon Barber Issaquah (425) 369.9910, Weldon Barber Mill Creek (425) 337.5068.

Summer is almost upon us and even in the sometimes foggy and rainy days, Weldon Barber Seattle area and Jack Black want to make sure that you protect your skin against the sun.

Jack Black has two products that Weldon Barber Seattle area is currently recommending:

1. Jack Black’s Performance Remedy Sun Guard – a skin-saving  formula that offers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection WHILE nourishing your skin with vitamins and antioxidants for the ultimate in a sun and skin safety program!

2. Double-Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20 – which is both a daily sunscreen AND an advanced facial treatment.

Weldon Barber Seattle recommends that you visit our ‘brother’ site for Weldon Barber Spokane to learn more about these two very effective sun protection products!

Weldon Barber Seattle has a question – would you like an easy way to clean and condition both your hair and body? If you answered ‘yes,’ then American Crew’s 3-IN-1  shampoo, conditioner and body wash might be just the product you’re looking for!

American Crew’s 3-in-1 convenient product cleanses and conditions both hair and skin.

Application: Apply generous amount over wet hair and body. Rinse well.

Features: Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sage Leaf Extract.

Benefits: Conditions, detangles and adds shine to hair. Revitalizes and restores hair. Remineralizes and softens the skin. Invigorating cleansing agent that stimulates hair and scalp.

Call  or visit your local Weldon Barber Spokane to get your hands on American Crew’s 3-In-1 product – you’ll thank yourself!

Coloring the hair to get rid of the gray is no longer limited to women – men at the Weldon Barber Seattle area locations are doing it too – to maintain a youthful appearance. And they are doing it in ever-increasing numbers.

Hair coloring used to be viewed as the province of women. A woman with graying hair was and continues to be viewed as old and past her prime. A gray-haired man, on the other hand, is often perceived by society as distinguished-looking. And while men have been coloring their hair to get rid of the gray for some time now, it’s been a tightly-held secret.

That’s changing today. More and more men are not only coloring their hair to hide the gray at the Weldon Barber Seattle area locations, they aren’t ashamed to admit it. Here are two reasons that explain this rapidly growing trend.

To Look As Well As Feel Younger

Men of the Baby Boomer generation are not only living longer, but remaining vitally healthy well into their fifties, sixties, and even seventies. Many of these men have decided that they want their appearance to match the way they feel – healthy, vital, and young. And that means getting rid of the gray hair that is a sure sign of aging. There are others whose hair has turned gray prematurely and, despite the popularity of men like Anderson Cooper, don’t want to be perceived as older than they actually are.

To Gain a Competitive Edge in Today’s Job Market

The current economic crisis has resulted in fewer and fewer jobs, as companies cut back and outsource. Older job seekers who aren’t ready to retire or who need to come out of retirement for economic reasons are now competing with their younger counterparts. As a result, competition for an ever-diminishing pool of jobs is stiff.   Whether or not we want to admit it, ageism in the job market does exist, and many older men want the added advantage they believe a youthful appearance will give them. Coloring the hair to get rid of the gray is one way to achieve this extra competitive edge in a difficult job market.

Weldon Barber Seattle Area Barbers are Professional Hair Colorists

Whatever your reason for wanting to get rid of the gray, you’ll definitely want to come in for a consultation at Weldon Barber Seattle, Kirkland, Issaquah, or Mill Creek to speak with one of our professional barbers to discuss the best way to color your hair for the results you want to achieve. Call Weldon Barber Seattle Downtown today at (206) 441-2116, Kirkland at (425) 828.0151, Issaquah at (425) 369.9910, or Mill Creek at (425) 337.5068!

Jack Black’s famous and effective Beard Lube is available at Weldon Barber Seattle area locations. Watch this video to listen to a song written and performed by Emily Crawford & Ryan Keith. They call Beard Lube “the world’s most amazing shaving cream.” Read the lyrics below the video. (Weldon Barber Seattle made just one eensy-weensy change to the last line of this ‘Ode to Jack Black Beard Lube!” (emilycrawford.bandzoogle.com)

Weldon Barber Seattle is excited to share these lyrics with you:

Its a three in one shave in a bright blue tube
For your face or your head, you gotta try beard lube
never in your life will your skin feel quite so smooth

You can use it in the shower or over the sink
its got a minty scent so your skin won’t stink
With a smell so good that the ladies won’t know what to think

Oow you’ll feel so good
and you’ll look good too
Oow you’ll feel so good
and your mom will be proud of you

You can use it on your legs or any old place
but its really made to go on your face
just don’t put it in your mouth cause probably won’t like the taste

Its got eucalyptus and jojoba too
and probably some kind of leaf that grows in Peru
No bunnies were killed cause its cruelty free that’s true

Oow you’ll feel so good
and you’ll look good too
Oow you’ll feel so good
and your mom will be proud of you

Unlike those other complicated creams your tried before that gave you a rash
You just put it on your face, shave it off, and give it a splash

Oow you’ll feel so good
and you’ll look good too
Oow you’ll feel so good
and your mom will be proud of you

It’s made by a company called jack black
No not the actor, stop asking me that
You can find at saks, neiman marcus, bloomingdales or nordstrom,
and I heard they even have it a Weldon Barber Seattle