Barbershop Blog
BATTLE OF THE BARBERSHOP BRANDS
September 4, 2019
We stock a wide range of mens grooming and styling products and with such a comprehensive selection it can be hard to to know which products are specific for which areas. We encourage you to talk to the staff if you have any questions but we also thought we could help simplify things and take some of the guess work out of it by outlining the products that our stylists prefer to use in the barbershop.
Proraso - Shaving Soaps & Foams
The Italian made shaving products from Proraso are famous the world over. Their soap is perfect for a professional lather using a brush. For home use without a brush you won’t find better than Proraso Saving Foam. There are four product series with green for everyday use, white for sensitive skin, red for thick or course beard types and blue for an added moisturising effect.
Layrite - Original Pomade
A versatile pomade that holds all day, is water-based and rinses out easily. This formula provides a medium level of hold and shine and is great for styling classic or messy wet looks. Weighing in at 120 grams it comes in a good sized jar when compared to some of the other styling products.
Uppercut Deluxe - Styling Powder
This is quickly becoming one of our go-to’s for modern, textured styles. It quickly adds texture, volume and control with a natural, matte finish. It is perfect for styling messy quiffs and longer looks and it really excels in thin or fine hair.
American Crew - Tech Series Texture Foam
Featured in the 2018 Men’s Health Grooming Awards, this foam has specialised proteins that help strengthen the hair and fixative polymers that add volume. It is a powerful way to manipulate volume, control and texture. It is kind of like mousse but on steroids.
Ned - Beard Wax
The green version dubbed ‘The Fresh One’ offers a strong hold for taming an unruly beard or moustache. Ingredients include citrus, verbena and lime which keep your mane smelling great as well as keeping it neatly in place.
Proraso - Beard Oil
The Wood and Spice variety from Proraso’s single blade series is our best seller in the Beard Oil department. We recommend this oil for all long, thick beards. It will keep your beard soft, tamed and a joy to touch.
18.20 - Man Made Wash
This 3 in 1 Body Wash, Shampoo and Conditioner is made in the U.S.A and although we don’t actually use it in the barbershop, it will make shower time at home more enjoyable. It is luxury stuff and is infused with Macadamia Glycerides, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, and Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters. It is PH-balanced to leave your hair and skin healthy and protected against free-radicals.
St. James of London - Cologne
These luxurious scents are made in England and are the perfect way to finish of your shave. They are alcohol, sulfate and paraben free. We love the Sandalwood & Bergamot and the Mandarin & Patchouli is a good selection with summer on the way.
If you have any questions about any of the product range please don’t hesitate to talk to the staff in store, they are in the know how and are always ready to help.
MORE FROM THE BARBERSHOP BLOG
THE BEST SHAVE FOR MEN WITH SENSITIVE SKIN
The discomfort caused by shaving for men with sensitive skin can be caused by a multitude of reasons. Primarily through, the cause is friction created when shaving with inferior products or practice. Luckily the folks at Proraso have long mastered the art of shaving and have created the perfect range for men with sensitive skin.
Read This PostBLACK FRIDAY SALE: SAVE 30% ON ALL GROOMING PRODUCTS
Spreading to our shores after first starting is the USA, Black Friday has well and truely become a calendar event for shoppers in Australia. The sale period known for crazy good bargains has also been transformed from a single-day shopping spree into a four day bender. At Barber Industries we are keeping up with the times and offering big savings across all retail products on Black Friday.
Read This PostBARBERSHOP BANTER - IT’S GOOD FOR YOU
This year’s Men’s Health Week brings the importance of social connections into focus and outlines the benefits of having a team around you when it matters most. The suicide statistics for Australians between the ages of 15 and 44 are disconcerting and sadly, men make up 75% of those numbers. Being socially connected can help men reach support early if something is wrong, prevent suicide and lead to better health all round.
Read This PostA GUIDE TO GROWING LONG HAIR FOR MEN
In the male populous of western cultures, long locks has traditionally been a hairstyle choice for those on the fringes and for the more radicals of society. These social misfits made long hair cool and this eventually led to the acceptance of long locks across the mainstream. Ever wondered how you’d go growing out your hair? Read on to get in the know how.
Read This PostA PARENT'S GUIDE TO YOUR BOYS FIRST HAIRCUT
In some cultures and religions, a first haircut can be considered as a rite of passage, not always the case but it’s always an important milestone in their early lives. As parents this is a great moment for us to remember. Here is a guide to help make their first haircut experience more fun and memorable.
Read This PostA GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO MEN’S FRAGRANCES
Trying to choose the right fragrance can be a little tricky with the amount of options that are packed onto the retail shelf here at the barbershop. Luckily though, today we’re going to break it down and talk about the the different qualities of the products within the range and also outline some of our favourites.
Read This PostMOVEMBER INSPIRATION AND AUSTRALIA’S MOST ICONIC MO’S
The Movember Foundation’s annual ‘Movember’ is about to get underway for its eighteenth consecutive year. For those who are un-aware, Movember involves the growing of moustaches to help raise much needed funds and awareness for mens health issues. With inspiration in mind, we thought it would be a good time to take a closer look at some of Australia’s most legendary Mo’s from over the decades.
Read This PostA BARBERS GUIDE TO AVOIDING SHAVING RASH
Almost every man who has ever put a razor to his face knows the burn of a shaving rash. Not only is the sensation extremely uncomfortable, but also unsightly with its small red bumps, redness, and swelling. Thankfully there are ways to mitigate the risk of shaving rash or avoiding it entirely, even if you’re using a razor.
Read This PostTIME MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR THE MODERN MAN
It is seen all too often in this modern day, blokes that can't even get a haircut because they don't have the time to break away from the grind. The chances are that they are busy pursuing their career, accomplishing a pile of paperwork, meeting clients and providing for their family's needs.
Read This PostNEWCASTLE'S BEST BARBERS
In today’s fast-paced world, first impressions are everything and this includes how you present yourself or how you look. Nothing helps say “this guy is dapper” or “he exudes class” like a really clean and contemporary hairstyle. Luckily, and thanks to our team of master barbers, an incredible haircut is never too far away.
Read This PostSIX ITEMS YOU MUST HAVE IN YOUR GROOMING KIT
Being well-groomed is one of the critical factors of being a modern man. Not only does it help you look and feel good about yourself, but it'll also help build a strong reputation about yourself. In other words, being well-groomed tells others that you're clean, professional, and hygienic, among other things. Although you can get yourself well-groomed at the barbershop, you also need to keep up the habit at home. In this article, we share six things you'll need in your grooming kit for home.
Read This PostBARBERSHOP LADIES - MEET LAURA
There has been a lot of changes go down in the Barbershop scene over the last decade and while there has been somewhat of a renaissance of sorts we definitely draw on both the old and the new at the store here in Charlestown. In the industry abroad there are more and more female barbers joining the ranks and getting elbow deep in the hustle, locally we have our very own Lady Laura who is cutting a living amongst the men at Barber Industries in Charlestown. Today we get her run down and observations on the Contemporary Barbershop and find out what the ladies bring to this ever changing landscape.
Read This PostMERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR
From all the team here at Barber Industries Charlestown, we would like to shout out a big thank you to all of our loyal customers, we truely appreciate the ongoing support that you have shown throughout the year. We wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Stay safe over the holidays, and come see us for a fresh cut to bring in the new year with.
Read This PostMEET THE BARBER - CHARLESTOWN SQUARE
The hustle is in full swing at Barber Industries Charlestown, it is a Saturday morning and all the barber chairs are full as we sit down for a coffee and a catch up with Matt, the main man on the ground in Charlestown. The atmosphere in the shop is something special, it is the perfect blend of the old school and the new, the shop interior and decor sets the scene and the rowdy crowd of eager patrons fill the oversized leather couch and are poised ready to be called up for their grooming ritual.
Read This PostTHE ULTIMATE MENS GROOMING PACKAGE
Congratulations Jessie Mackaway. During the month of July we gave the chance for one lucky facebook user to win the ultimate mens grooming package with Barber Industries. The package includes a Style Cut + Hot Towel Shave + Gift Pack & Styling Products from American Crew with a total value of $270.
Read This PostTAMING THE BEAST - TAMING THE BEARD
An unmaintained beard will grow wild, disorderly and can become stringy, fuzzy and pretty much just look shithouse. Just like caring for the rest of our body, our face and beard must be well cared for and groomed regularly if it is to remain healthy.
Read This Post