We hear all too often.

It’s not easy to find someone you can trust to cut your hair.

Going from barbershop to barbershop just trying to find someone that will just get it right.

THE STRUGGLE IS REAL

Fear not, here are some tips on finding the best barber for you, in Hong Kong.

It might be Selvedge Barbers for you (though we would love that to be the case) -

but it might not be.

Like all purchases you do, some work should be put into it.

You are not going to buy a gift for a special someone without doing some research, are you?

Consider this a gift to yourself…

something to make you look even more handsome.

Word of Mouth

If your mate has a great haircut, don’t be afraid to ask where he gets it done.

If all your friends have bad hair, and you see someone on the street with a great look, just go up and ask.

You’ll be surprised how proud people are when it comes down to where they get their haircut.

More often than not, they will be happy to recommend.

Search Online

Today, reviews are the best way to determine the consistency and quality of a barbershop.

Take the time to read customer reviews and look for a shop that has the most consistent quality reviews.

Read their BIO

Nowadays, most barbershops have a strong online presence.

If so, they will profile their talent so you know who your are seeing.

Take the time to read the Barber’s online Bio (they are usually quite concise - what’s 2 minutes if you are able to find THE barber?).

You will get a lot on insight into how long they have been barbering, where they trained and what makes them tick.

You should also be able to find out if you are seeing someone like minded or not.

With any luck, using our simple guide above, you have found your barber.

A good barber understands what you like and dislike.

A good barber manages to meet your expectations

A great barber is a barber that listens to you and give you the perfect haircut or beard trim.

Now stick with him, go on the journey as it will only get better.

The more you communicate and the longer you stick together, the more likely your barber will get to know you and your hair better.