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22 May 2026 · 4 min read

Men’s Haircut Tips: Ask Your London Barber for This

Simple questions that get you a better cut — length on top, fade height, and product — from a North London studio.

Barber using scissors for a tailored men’s haircut

Walking into a barbershop without a plan is fine — but a few clear notes help your barber nail the cut first time. Here’s what we ask clients at Palace Grooming Room.

Scissors and comb during a precision haircut

Three things to mention

  • Length on top — fingers, centimetres, or a photo
  • Sides — skin fade, mid fade, taper, or scissor-only
  • Lifestyle — gym, office, low-maintenance grow-out

Photos help more than buzzwords

“Like a celebrity cut” can mean different things. A clear photo of the shape you want — plus honesty about your hair type — gets a better result than jargon alone.

Grooming products and tools on a barbershop counter

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