Do men need a barber or a hairdresser? Here’s what you should know!
When it comes to getting a haircut, often the first place we tend to go to is a hairdressing salon and once we find a trustworthy hairdresser, we’ll generally just keep going back there for appointments. You may have noticed that visiting barber shops is becoming more and more popular, but many people still think that you can only go to a barber shop with if you have a beard or want a shave. The idea is that only beards get fixed there, or bottom line is you get the ultimate shave. But the reality is that you can go to a barber for a haircut, which is often more effective than a hairdressing salon. The question is always: what is the difference between the two? Barber or hairdresser? Here we go!
Barber
A barber is defined as “a person who, by occupation, cuts, shaves or trims men’s hair”. Classically speaking, barbers usually specialise in traditional short cuts and techniques, specifically for male clients. For some people, what makes barber shops attractive is the ease and speed of making an appointment. In many cases you can go in for a haircut or beard trim without an appointment.
Most barbers know men’s hair better and can offer more help than a hairdresser. Why? The barber only cuts men’s hair, so he has a much better “eye and handle” on it. They know the different face shapes well and know exactly what length and style suits which face shape. This can often come in handy when you’re clueless about what hairstyle to get. In addition, the products used in the barber shop are specifically tailored for men’s hair, as they only cater for male customers.
If you’re not just looking to fix your hair on its own, but also your beard to complement your look, you’ll need a barber. A male hairdresser would only cut your hair, not your beard. A barber will work on every detail of your beard, not just trim it in broad strokes like you would at home. Particular attention is paid to shapes, curves, beard line and neckline. The main tools used by barbers are a clipper and a blade, but in some cases scissors are also used.
Men’s hairdresser
Unlike barbers, men’s hairdressers don’t necessarily only cut men’s hair. There are some hairdressers who cater only for men, but this is not typical, as their income can come from female customers as well. That’s why in most cases a male hairdresser also works with women’s hairstyles. Attention is divided, so if you need advice, you’re unlikely to get the kind of thorough and detailed help as a man that you would from a barber. Most male hairdressers work with scissors, and the clippers and blades are rarely used.
At hairdressers you usually need to book an appointment, for instance by phone, which is often more complicated. Based on our experience, we can say that walk-ins or sorting an appointment online, even for the same day, is more convenient for most guests.
Most hairdressing salons have almost every shade of colour, so if you’re looking to dye your hair, chances are you’ll need a hairdresser. They do a lot more hair dyeing than barbers and have more colours available.
Should I choose a barber or a male hairdresser?
The first and most important thing is to decide what you want. Once you know what kind of hairstyle you want, it’s much easier to narrow it down. If you want a modern, detailed, meticulous hairstyle, we definitely recommend a barber! If you want a classic scissor cut, a barber is also a good choice. If you want to dye your hair, then you should visit a hairdresser, as they are more experienced in dyeing hair. If you have a beard to work on, then definitely visit a barber.
Hairdresser
- you want longer hair
- you want to dye your hair
Barber
- you want a short hairstyle
- you want to trim your beard
- you want to recharge in a masculine environment
- you want a haircut in line with current trends
Looking for a barber shop!
If you have decided to have your hair cut by a barber, it is important to find a good barber! More and more barbershops are opening, and it’s often difficult to know which one is right or wrong for your needs. In THIS article we have written more about how to find a GOOD barber! Of course, we want to save you the research and investigation, so we introduce you to Budapest’s coolest gangster barber shop, G-cutz Barber Shop!
This is the G-cutz barber shop!
The G-cutz barber shop was inspired by 1920s America, specifically the Prohibition era. Of course, we don’t need a bootlegger or a smuggler, we offer you a fully legal craft beer to keep you going and a well-chilled whisky if the day has gotten stronger. The salon welcomes talented barber guys who transform the looks of more than 200 men a month. If the question is whether they are skilled enough, whether they know what they are doing well enough, the answer is a resounding yes. Not only do they lead the way in haircuts, they also lead the way in beards. They produce perfect shapes, engineered lines and transitions that are guaranteed to satisfy.
They not only look after the quality of your hair and beard, they also make you feel good. Chill guys who’ll get you in the mood with some conversation and attention, so you can really relax in the barber‘s chair. If you’re looking for a renewal in a comfortable environment, choose the G-cutz barbershop guys at 16 Erzsébet körút!
Booking
You can simply book an appointment online for a quick and easy process. All you have to do is click on the booking button and select the service you want to use. You can then choose from the dates and finalise your booking.
If you want to choose a specific barber, you can do that too. Here, you first click on the barber you want to go to, then select the service and time you want. Once you’ve finalised your booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the relevant information. We will also send you a reminder email 24 hours before your appointment to make sure you don’t forget your booking.
