Most of us learn how to shave with a cartridge razor, which has a pretty simple learning curve—call it the “automatic transmission” of the best razors. From there, many guys level up to the safety ...

If you need a little trim and clipping, where do you go when only the best will do? One possible solution is to head down to Orange County's best barber shops that specialize in offering the most ...

The straight razor is intimidating. Powerful. If shaving were a sport, the straight razor would be the chosen blade of the big leagues. It’s also a luxurious experience. A labored process. There is ...

Electric razors are the quickest and require the least prep, cartridge razors are the most convenient and best for travel, ...

A professionally administered straight-razor shave is an indulgence every man should experience at least once during his lifetime. Why pay a stranger to tilt you into a horizontal position and shave ...

1893: Year first barber school opened in United States Chicago, Ill., by A.B. Moler A flash of light gleams off the silver blade. Surgeon-steady hands draw the straight razor slowly and carefully over ...

Barber Tracy Crouch deftly wields a straight-edge razor, scraping the blade through the shaving cream to shape and trim a beard. Crouch is the barber at 19th St. Salon & Spa, 3915 S.W. 19th St., a ...

The sign inside "Shave. A Gentleman's Barbershop" explains it all. "As a courtesy to others, please leave your cell phone on silent and your wife in the car," it implores. Prices: Haircut and shave is ...

With nothing but his nose peeking up through a steaming towel wrapped around his face, Tim Sullivan’s body seemed to gently melt into the reclining chair. In the chair beside him, barber Juan Naranjo ...

Cover Story New wave of barbershops brings back golden age of men's grooming with old-style shaves, haircuts - plus a few twists Barber James Lizotte is giving a shave today - and he's going back to ...

This Old Town spot feels like a members-­only cigar lounge, with its red walls, gold-trimmed mirrors, and vintage barber chairs. For $65, enjoy an experience that includes a facial massage and ...

Every gentleman's bucket list should include a professional straight razor shave. Out-of-the-ordinary sensations brought on by hot towels, fragrant beard conditioners and soothing hot lathers will ...