“Free Meek Mill documentary. Watch it” says one of my closest friends. It’s day 1500 of the quarantine and I search aimlessly for something on the ever growing Amazon Prime watchlist. I received the recommendation about Philadelphia hitmaker and superstar Meek Mill. As a New Yorker I already gathered my preconceived notion of “another Philly …
Philadelphia vs. Meek Mill: How One Man’s Hair Journey Shaped Us All Read More »
Before you take that clipper to your head. One must ask: Do I really want to suffocate my sink with all these hair strands? But seriously, these times seem more strenuous as the days progress. Your hands have been washed so many times we’ve all put Mr. Clean out of a job. I know there’s …
COVID19: Growing the Hair OR Buzz Cut. Consider This… Read More »
Every scientist has a laboratory where history is made, rules get broken, and industries evolve. Mad scientist and hairstylist Kevin Kellett aka OGK has given us a glimpse into his creative world. From the concoction to the mixing and the private labeling, who knew it would take this much work? Well travel the globe like …
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Originally posted Ruggedly Groomed Now I know the idea of not going to the barbershop every weekend may scare some of you fellas, but listen up first. Like many kids growing up, the barbershop was a weekly routine. Every Saturday at noon I made my way to the shop religiously. I understood it; my mother …
YOUR HAIRCUTS NEED “TLC” EVERY 2 WEEKS. HERE’S WHY… Read More »
The title may strike some interests but sorry, there’s no victories here (so it seems). Internet favorites Desus & Mero introduce us to their hilarious play by play commentary on current events with this recent episode on baldness and what seems to be called a cure… Many clients today ask me is there a way …
You ever wonder why people grow & maintain these things called dreadlocks? Is their a reason there’s such a vast amount of people around the world who choose this path? And no, its because the musical ghost of Bob Marley led them to do it. Since the beginning of time until now, dreadlocks have gone …
We know the summer time means burying the jackets and slapping on some SPF. Summer brings various levels of freedom but also seasonal challenges and bodily responsibilities. Being a hair stylist is not only about providing quality cuts but also about knowing how to increase the lifetime of my clients’ haircuts. I tell my clients, …
Summer Madness: How Heat Directly Affects Our Hair Read More »
This article was originally written on Edit Express As part of our new grooming series, we’re talking with some of the best barbers in the business to bring you the tips and tricks to staying handsome, from the boardroom to the bedroom. Looking sharp isn’t rocket science, but it is something that needs a little …
The Blind Barber: 3 Easy Ways to Look Fresh in the New Year Read More »
Many have flooded my phone (including Mom) asking the main question: Why in the hell did you cut your locs? I’ve been a proud loc head for 6 years going thru life experiences that have forever left imprints on me. From cultural enlightenment moments to becoming an official hair connoisseur aka barber has gotten me to this …
R.I.P. Dreadlocks + Major Key (Products) for “The Big Chop” Read More »
It’s nothing to know as the diversity of hair and readership is amongst us, we spend a lot of time figuring out what products cater to our specific needs. Very rarely can be find something with a universal effect that gets the job done whether you contain straight, textured or curly hair etc. Look no …
Hol’ the Phone: Scotch Porter Relaunches Hair Balm [WATCH] Read More »
