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GOODBYE 2020
A lot has happened since our last issue
NEWS
THE TRIUMPHS OF TEAM MR SAM WALL In
CONGRATULATIONS!
We may not have been able to party in-person but the Modern Barber Awards 2020 created a real buzz virtually and the winners’ acceptance speeches were spoken from the heart
BARBERRULES ATHENS, GREECE
This city barbershop doesn’t just cut hair, it’s a hangout that focuses on community, skate culture and cool garms too
JAIL-HOUSE LOCKS
Sue Taylor is a barbering lecturer at an open prison in South Gloucestershire. She talks to MB about what it’s like working with prisoners and what the course means for them and their futures
HAIRCARE THAT CARES
The new haircare collection from American Crew that’s a triple threat of expert-created formulas, environmentally-friendly packaging and scents that you and your clients won’t be able to get enough of
SAM WALL
These tributes show just how much Sam Wall was admired, respected and loved by the industry
FAIR GAME?
Staff poaching is a contentious practice in most industries, but for some reason it seems to have more resonance in barbering. Alex Burt, owner of Teddy Edwards Cutting Rooms, investigates why
“DISCOUNTING LOWERS THE VALUE OF THE INDUSTRY”
Although the new year might prompt a lot of barbershops to offer discounts to drive clients through their door, Paul Taylor-Clinch owner of Blacksails Barbershop in Bath is a firm ‘no’ when it comes to cutting the price of his services or offering deals. Here’s how he chooses to offer value instead
COMIC RELIEF
Graphic designer Will Marshall (@marshallarts99) and Esquire Barbershop owner Tony Haresign created Short, Back and Slice. MB got our greedy mitts on it to share their creative venture with you
INCLUSIVE INC.
Jay  Owen from Cutty Sharp Barbers has made it a business focus to serve the needs of clients with Afro and dual-heritage hair types. Here’s how he does it
INSIDE
Arkade Barbers is a cool, concrete jungle in the heart of Leeds city centre that couples first-class barbering first-rate design
GEAR
If these latest launches and cult favourites aren’t on your radar, where have you been?
PORTFOLIO
SIX COLLECTIONS FEATURING 2021’S HOTTEST CUTS, STYLES AND SHAPES
THE 10 MINUTE CHAT
Men’s grooming expert and Fudge Professional global brand ambassador Jonathan Andrew has had a whirlwind year that’s seen him master new skills. MB chatted to the grooming guru to find out more
“WHY I CHOOSE TO EMPLOY MY STAFF RATHER THAN RENTING CHAIRS”
Chris O’Sullivan, owner and founder of Grizzly’s Male Hair Salon, is a passionate advocate for employing staff. Here he explains why in his own words
HOW CAN I MAKE A NAME FOR MYSELF IN THE INDUSTRY?
For the second instalment of MB Mentor series we paired up the #MOBAAS2020 Best Apprentice and Best Leader winners
A shaw THING
HAPPY 2021 Happy New Year to you all!
SHOP FLOOR STEP-BY-STEP
Rino Riccio of Manifesto creates a cool 90’s centre parted style 
ONE FOR THE BOOKS
Why being ‘forced’ to set up a booking system has changed Mike’s business for the better
FIT TO FOLLOW
Social media is a vital source of inspiration and MB is always watching your incredible work, your news and your views. These are six of the best accounts lighting up our feed right now. 
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If these latest launches and cult favourites aren’t on your radar, where have you been?

NEWS FLASH!

The Fudge Professional range is now available from Salon Supplies. If you’re a fan of the cult range you’ll be pleased to know the distributor will now stock best-sellers Shaper, Matte Hed and Matte Hed Extra (all £8.53) as well as the rest of the professional range.

https://salonsupplies.co.uk/

FADE TO GLORY

The heavy-duty BaByliss PRO Titanium Foil Shaver is designed for blending and fading with precision. The ultra-fine hypoallergenic foils glide easily and give a close-cut finish with no irritation. SSP £60

https://www.babylisspro.co.uk/titanium-foil-shaver-BABFS2U.html

A POWERFUL MESSAGE

American Crew Hair Care Collection is a new and improved range of shampoo and conditioners that focuses on environmental sustainability. The hero product is the American Crew Detox Shampoo— an exfoliating and detoxifying shampoo for a deep cleansing experience. Plus there are three redesigned, high-performing formulas including a conditioner. From £11.50

https://www.americancrew.com

ECO WARRIOR

The Bluebeards Revenege has announced that it’s repackaged its cult Sea Salt Spray in a 100% recycled plastic bottle. Now in a new 300ml size, it’s part of the brand’s initiative to drastically reduce the amount of virgin plastic and single-use packaging by 2022. (300ml) £14.99

https://www.bluebeards-revenge.co.uk/product/sea-salt-spray/

ACTION STATIONS

A traditionally styled barber station The Dover by Takara Belmont ensures all-round service perfection with optional housing for the legendary Mini Cabi Steel shaving towel cabinet. With integrated washbasin, the Dover is available in three veneer finishes – dark walnut, dark green and dark grey. And with four drawer handle options you can customise it to your interior design. From £2,345

https://www.takarahairdressing.co.uk/

ETHICAL GROOMING

The new Synthetic Shaving Brush range from Kent contains six shaving brushes with an ivory white or black handle. The super-soft Silvertex synthetic bristles not only mimic the attributes of silver tip badger bristle, but aim to provide a superior performance. They come in dome sizes varying from medium to extra-large. From £35

https://www.kentbrushes.com/mens/mens_grooming

BLEACHY KEEN

The power house of OSMO Super Silver Styling Violet Conditioning Foam and Miracle Treatment are perfect for clients who’ve gone bleach blonde or silver. Infused with violet pigments, they will help keep their colour looking cool and salon fresh for longer. RRP £9.35 and £12.80 respectively.

https://www.osmo.uk.com/product/super-silver-violet-conditioning-foam

BERET GOOD

The Wahl Beret has a super smooth V-Blade perfect for creating straight lines and tight edges. The angled V-Blade ensures a closer cut and the Lithium Ion battery technology means fast charging and consistent cutting power with up to 75 minutes run time. Save up to 30% for a limited time only! £89.99+VAT

https://www.wahl.co.uk

TEXTURE TITAN

men-ü CLAY is ideal for choppy and dishevelled styles. With a matt finish and medium hold, the long-lasting flexi-control formula adds texture and definition. Plus, the melon fragrance will keep clients coming back for more. (100ml) £14 .95

https://dpt.men-u.com

DREAM TEAM

Combining the Slimline Pro Li’s sleek, lightweight body with the wider deep-tooth ComfortEdge GTX T-blade from the T-Outliner, the new Andis Slimline Pro GTX Trimmer brings the best of both tools to barbers around the world. SSP £104.95

https://www.stylingproductsuk.co.uk/clipping-c932/trimmers-c766/andis-slimline-pro-gtx-trimmer-p15974

BRUSH UP

Safe to use on all your combs and brushes, Denman’s Anti-Bacterial Hairbrush Sanitiser features a disinfectant and ingredient that kills 99.99% of germs and viruses. It’s also perfect for use on scissors, clippers, capes and counters. (500ml) £5.50+VAT 

https://www.denmanbrush.com 

HAIRCARE THAT CARES
The new haircare collection from American Crew that’s a triple threat of expert-created formulas, environmentally-friendly packaging and scents that you and your clients won’t be able to get enough of
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GOODBYE 2020
A lot has happened since our last issue
NEWS
THE TRIUMPHS OF TEAM MR SAM WALL In
CONGRATULATIONS!
We may not have been able to party in-person but the Modern Barber Awards 2020 created a real buzz virtually and the winners’ acceptance speeches were spoken from the heart
BARBERRULES ATHENS, GREECE
This city barbershop doesn’t just cut hair, it’s a hangout that focuses on community, skate culture and cool garms too
JAIL-HOUSE LOCKS
Sue Taylor is a barbering lecturer at an open prison in South Gloucestershire. She talks to MB about what it’s like working with prisoners and what the course means for them and their futures
HAIRCARE THAT CARES
The new haircare collection from American Crew that’s a triple threat of expert-created formulas, environmentally-friendly packaging and scents that you and your clients won’t be able to get enough of
SAM WALL
These tributes show just how much Sam Wall was admired, respected and loved by the industry
FAIR GAME?
Staff poaching is a contentious practice in most industries, but for some reason it seems to have more resonance in barbering. Alex Burt, owner of Teddy Edwards Cutting Rooms, investigates why
“DISCOUNTING LOWERS THE VALUE OF THE INDUSTRY”
Although the new year might prompt a lot of barbershops to offer discounts to drive clients through their door, Paul Taylor-Clinch owner of Blacksails Barbershop in Bath is a firm ‘no’ when it comes to cutting the price of his services or offering deals. Here’s how he chooses to offer value instead
COMIC RELIEF
Graphic designer Will Marshall (@marshallarts99) and Esquire Barbershop owner Tony Haresign created Short, Back and Slice. MB got our greedy mitts on it to share their creative venture with you
INCLUSIVE INC.
Jay  Owen from Cutty Sharp Barbers has made it a business focus to serve the needs of clients with Afro and dual-heritage hair types. Here’s how he does it
INSIDE
Arkade Barbers is a cool, concrete jungle in the heart of Leeds city centre that couples first-class barbering first-rate design
GEAR
If these latest launches and cult favourites aren’t on your radar, where have you been?
PORTFOLIO
SIX COLLECTIONS FEATURING 2021’S HOTTEST CUTS, STYLES AND SHAPES
THE 10 MINUTE CHAT
Men’s grooming expert and Fudge Professional global brand ambassador Jonathan Andrew has had a whirlwind year that’s seen him master new skills. MB chatted to the grooming guru to find out more
“WHY I CHOOSE TO EMPLOY MY STAFF RATHER THAN RENTING CHAIRS”
Chris O’Sullivan, owner and founder of Grizzly’s Male Hair Salon, is a passionate advocate for employing staff. Here he explains why in his own words
HOW CAN I MAKE A NAME FOR MYSELF IN THE INDUSTRY?
For the second instalment of MB Mentor series we paired up the #MOBAAS2020 Best Apprentice and Best Leader winners
A shaw THING
HAPPY 2021 Happy New Year to you all!
SHOP FLOOR STEP-BY-STEP
Rino Riccio of Manifesto creates a cool 90’s centre parted style 
ONE FOR THE BOOKS
Why being ‘forced’ to set up a booking system has changed Mike’s business for the better
FIT TO FOLLOW
Social media is a vital source of inspiration and MB is always watching your incredible work, your news and your views. These are six of the best accounts lighting up our feed right now. 
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