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Why Should I Pay for a Shave?

Have you ever treated yourself to a barbershop shave? If you have, you already know why they are worth the cash. If you haven’t, you may be wondering why you should spend your hard-earned money on something you’ve been doing yourself for years. Read on to find out why a professional shave is well worth the bucks.

Drugstore Razors are Inferior

You simply will not ever achieve the same results from a drugstore razor that you will get from a professional barbershop shave. The drugstore razor is inferior to the barber’s tools. Safety razors are mass-produced and made from cheap materials to make them disposable. They do not have the smooth sharp edge required for a perfect shave. They also dull rather quickly, so you do not get consistent results.

Proper Prep Work

When was the last time you steamed your face with a hot towel or heated your lather before shaving? You most likely just squirt some shaving cream in your hand and slather it on and start shaving. Adding the heat and moisture are important steps your barber takes to prep your face for a shave. The heat and steam open your pores and softens your facial hair to allow a closer shave without irritation. Once your hair is softened it is easier to cut meaning the blade stays sharp longer and you get a consistently smooth shave.

Refresh and Relax
A hot towel shave is just simply relaxing. You kick back in the chair and relax with that hot towel on your face and just forget about your stress for a while. Follow that with the closest, smoothest shave of your life and you will leave feeling completely refreshed and rejuvenated.

So, why should you pay for a shave? Because you deserve to experience a professional shave for yourself. Visit us at The Ultimate Barber today and let us help you experience the best shave of your life. You’ll find us at 2712 Jefferson Davis Highway in Alexandria. Give us a call at 571-483-0032, or book your appointment online. To manage appointments from your mobile device, download our free app on iTunes or Google Play.

Get Great Hair for the Holidays at The Ultimate Barber

The holiday season is upon us! It’s time for parties, family gatherings, and important celebrations you’ve waited all year to attend. You’ll want to look your best for all these occasions, so be sure to stop in soon for your haircuts and grooming services at The Ultimate Barber!

We founded The Ultimate Barber because people were looking for a change from their traditional barber, with more emphasis on the customer and more personalized service. Our professional barbers create styles for each client that truly reflect the personality and lifestyle of the individual. We offer:

Barbering. Our unique, professional haircuts consider not just the hair, but also the client’s style. barbering services are available for men, women, teens and kids, all in a relaxed atmosphere by professional barbers who put your needs first.

Hair coloring. Our professional barbers will help you choose the perfect color for you, whether you are looking for something new, covering a bit of grey, or just coloring your beard.

Hair and scalp treatments. A thick, healthy head of hair starts at the scalp. Over time, build-up of dead skin cells and gland secretions can lead to breakage and hair loss. A professional scalp treatment exfoliates and stimulates regeneration that keeps the base of the hair strong and healthy.

Grooming. Relax and enjoy a professional hot towel or hot lather shave by our professional barbers. It’s the perfect downtime away from the stress of holiday planning and busy days at the office. It’s also a great treat for your teenage son who has begun shaving for the first time.

The holidays should be a fun and exciting time of year. Let us help you look and feel your best for the upcoming events, all while taking some time out to relax. Make an appointment today at The Ultimate Barber ahead of your busy holiday schedule. Our well-trained, professional barbers will create the perfect style for your individual personality. You can find us at 2712 Jefferson Davis Highway in Alexandria, call 571-483-0032, or book an appointment online. To instantly manage appointments, learn about our services and much more, try our mobile app, available for a free download on iTunes, Google Play, or Amazon.

Welcome to the Ultimate Barber

Welcome to The Ultimate Barber! Our doors opened in 2010 and since then our professional barbers have been providing clients with creative and fashionable buzz clips and cuts for men, women and children. Whether you’re looking to get a professional clip or a fun, creative buzz we are a leader in Northern Virginia’s creative and progressive barbering service.

Our dedicated barbers are committed to providing our clients with an outstanding experience. We enjoy getting to know each one of our customers to personalize their experience with us. Our goal is to create a look that’s tailored to suit your personality and lifestyle. You’ll leave looking and feeling your best.

Our staff is well-educated on the latest trends, styles and hair care. They’ll be sure to provide you with a better knowledge of how to style and care for your hair. And, our services don’t stop at buzz clips or cuts. We also offer beard trims, electric shaves, hot lather shaves, hair coloring and a scalp renew treatment.

Get that fresh haircut and shave to feel confident for the New Year. We’d love to get to know you. Stop on in so Our professional barbers at The Ultimate Barber, create styles to reflect the lifestyle of each client that walks into our shop. You can find us at 2712 Jefferson Davis Highway in Alexandria, or give us a call at 571-483-0032. Download our free mobile app available on iTunes, Google Play, or Amazon.

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