Shop Talk
Grooming guides, neighborhood picks, and notes from The Chair
Water-Based vs Oil-Based Pomade: What Actually Rinses Out
Water-based pomade rinses out. Oil-based doesn't. Here's a straight comparison of the two main pomade types, how they differ, and how to know which one fits your hair and routine.
A Parent's Guide to Back-to-School Haircuts
When to book your kid's back-to-school haircut, what cut works by age, how to describe what you want, and how to handle a first-time barbershop visit. A practical guide for parents from our SoMa shop.
A Barber's Guide to Men's Hair Products
Pomade vs clay vs paste vs cream. A barber's honest breakdown of every major men's hair product category, how they differ, and how to pick the right one for your hair type and style.
A Guide to Getting a Haircut Near Moscone Center
Conference at Moscone this week? Here's how to fit in a haircut — best transport options from the venue (Waymo, rideshare, scooter, Muni), booking windows, and timing tips.
What to Do Around 1222 Harrison
Coffee at Café Suspiro, ramen at Ushi Taro across the street, and cocktails at Driftwood. Three neighborhood picks around our SoMa shop.
A Groom's Guide to Wedding Day Grooming
When to book your final haircut, how to grow a beard on schedule, coordinating groomsmen, private shop buyouts, and on-site mobile barbershop options for your wedding day.
How Often Should You Get a Haircut?
How often should you get a haircut? It depends on the style. Fades every 2-3 weeks, classic cuts every 3-4, longer styles every 6-8. A practical guide from our SoMa barber shop.