Hair care, grooming and style notes from Refine in Bothell.
Is a slick back bad for hair You've seen it everywhere—that sleek, combed-back look guys rock with gel or pomade. It's been around forever, giving off that clean, put-together vibe. But here's the...
Read moreShould I not wet my curly hair every day So you've got curly hair and the urge to douse it with water every morning—I get it. That fresh, bouncy feeling is hard to resist. But honestly? You...
Read moreWhich actor refuses to kiss So, here's a thing that's been bugging movie fans for ages — which actors just won't kiss on screen? I mean, you'd think it's part of the job, right? But nope. There's a...
Read moreShould a round face have a beard So you've got a round face and you're wondering if growing a beard is a good idea. Honestly, the answer is yes — but there's a catch. You can't just let it grow...
Read moreHow to style a textured crop So, you've got a textured crop—or you're thinking about getting one. Good choice. It's that haircut that looks like you barely tried but somehow still look put...
Read moreDo I have 2C or 3C hair So you're trying to figure out if you're a 2C or 3C, huh? Honestly, it's not always obvious. These two curl types blend together more than you'd think. 2C sits at the wavy end...
Read moreWhen did barbers become a thing Barbering? It's old. Like, really old. We're talking 6,000 years back, maybe more. Archaeologists dug up razors in Egyptian tombs from 3500 BCE—flint, copper,...
Read moreDoes longer hair make older men look younger Honestly? It's not that simple. There's no straight-up answer here—it really depends on your hair, your face, how you style it, all that stuff. When you...
Read moreWhat is the most attractive haircut for guys Honestly, the "best" haircut for a guy? It's the one that actually works with your face, your hair type, and your lazy Sunday mornings. Surveys and...
Read moreHow do I ask for a fade Honestly? Walking into a barbershop and asking for a fade can feel weird if you're not sure what to say. It's like ordering food in a language you barely speak. A fade is...
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