Hair care, grooming and style notes from Refine in Bothell.
What face shape suits an Ivy League cut So, the Ivy League haircut. It's one of those classics that just won't quit. Short on the sides and back, a bit longer up top, usually brushed forward. Sounds...
Read moreAre side parts attractive So here's the thing about side parts — are they actually attractive? Honestly, it's super subjective, but the topic keeps coming up in hair conversations everywhere....
Read moreWhy does my slickback look bad A slickback can look super sharp when you get it right. But when it goes wrong? Man, it just looks flat, greasy, or totally unflattering. The usual suspects are wrong...
Read moreShould you go up or down when trimming your beard So here's the thing about trimming your beard—it's honestly more art than science. And the big debate? Whether you should move your trimmer up or...
Read moreWhat is the most attractive beard trim length So you're wondering what beard length actually gets the most attention? Honestly, dating apps have run the numbers, grooming companies have done their...
Read moreIs curly hair rare in men Look, is curly hair on men actually rare? Globally? Not really. But it sure feels that way depending on where you're standing. Straight hair dominates worldwide—about...
Read moreIs 5 a good tip for barbers Man, tipping culture can feel like a minefield sometimes. You're standing there, wallet out, trying to figure out what's fair. If you're asking whether a flat $5 bill...
Read moreWhat is the most damaging thing to your hair The absolute worst thing you can do to your hair? It's a nasty combo of heat and chemicals—specifically, going overboard with flat irons and curling...
Read moreWhy is my facial hair growing sideways under the skin What causes facial hair to grow sideways under the skin? So you've got those annoying bumps that feel like tiny volcanoes under your skin?...
Read moreWhy are they calling him Taco So you've heard somebody getting called "Taco" and you're wondering what's up with that. It's probably one of three things – a sports thing, an internet meme, or some...
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