The ultimate mystique of a man cave is the scene from the barbershops of yesterday
Last August, Mike’s Barbershops moved to its present spot on the southwest side of Higley Road, after being further west in Mesa for about nine years. Mike’s new shop sports a row of gleaming black and chrome barber chairs, soft red walls and even a pool table. “We don’t isolate our waiting customers from those being served,” he said, motioning to a row of comfortable chairs facing the barber stations. “Everyone can sit back, relax, read, text, watch TV or talk about sports or whatever, if they want. We also have Wi-Fi.”
So, what makes a barbershop different from a salon? “Licensed barbers learn to cut men’s hair,” explained Mike, an instructor himself. “Barbers must complete 1,500 hours of training to learn different techniques particular to men, and how to accommodate men’s services, such as straight razor shaves, trimming eyebrows or shaving around the ears. A scalp and neck massage is included with every service,” he continued. “We even use different types of traditional clippers that give a more precision cut. Styles can go from short to long without a noticeable line in the hair.”
Even though barbershops are different, Mike and his staff also are up on the latest in man pampering. “We offer facials, gray hair blending and our own line of men’s grooming aids,” he said. “Mike’s Barbershops line is similar to Crew or Bed Head brands, but at a better price,” Mike stated. “We even offer manicures and pedicures three Saturdays each month. If you’re not sure about whether it’s for you, we offer the first one complementary, so you can try it out.”
Mike also offers packages for the groom’s wedding party, bachelor parties and more.
“Traditionally, any guy who went to the barbershop with his dad as a child, continues on with it,” he said, “And barbershops are now more popular than ever, as men realize it’s the place to go for a man’s haircut. A large part of our clients are young men checking it out for the first time,” Mike further stated. “They even come in for the hot lather shaves, and our prices can compete with some of the franchise locations.”
Mike offers $2 coupons if you are on his e-mail list. He also offers VIP cards, which reward you with a half-price cut.
For more information about services and prices, call (480) 218-5964, or visit www.MikesBarbershops.com.