The Ideal Barbers Journal
Grooming education, professional insights,
and Atlanta culture.
Curated by Mike Andrews
Hair Care Basics
Taper, Shadow, and Bald Fade: Which One Is Right for You?
Clients ask for these three by name every day, and half the time they are pointing at the wrong one.
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The Professionals Grooming Calendar: How Often to Book Everything
Looking sharp is not about one great haircut.
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New Client Guide: Atlanta Barbershop | Ideal Barbers
If you have never been to Ideal Barbers, here is exactly what happens, so there are no surprises.
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How to Talk to Your Barber | Atlanta Barbershop Tips
Most bad haircuts are not bad barbering.
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The Professional's Guide to Maintaining Your Cut Between Appointments
It's day eleven.
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Why Appointment-Only Barbershops Are the Future of Men's Grooming
You walked in at noon on a Thursday because you had a 2pm meeting and figured there'd be an opening.
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How to Keep Your Fade Fresh at Home
Day ten.
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Understanding Your Hair Type Before Your Next Barber Visit
You showed your barber the photo.
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Grant Park and Pittsburgh Yards: Two Neighborhoods, One Standard
I've driven every route into Atlanta.
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Why Atlanta Executives Are Switching to Time-Based Barber Appointments
You've got a 10am, a 1pm, and a 4pm.
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How Grooming Affects Your Professional Presence Before You Say a Word
You walked into that pitch meeting prepared.
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The Night Before a Big Meeting: Your Grooming Checklist
You've got a board meeting Thursday.
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