Barbering Stories
Male Grooming in Ancient Egypt
Just like today, fashion evolved over time in Ancient Egypt. The once-popular thick and hairy look soon fell out of favor among the aristocracy, who began to embrace a smooth,...
Male Grooming in Ancient Egypt
Just like today, fashion evolved over time in Ancient Egypt. The once-popular thick and hairy look soon fell out of favor among the aristocracy, who began to embrace a smooth,...
The Polynesian Power Cut
The spiritual dimension of this custom is deeply rooted in the Polynesian belief in Mana — a powerful spiritual energy believed to reside within all living things. Hair, in particular,...
The Polynesian Power Cut
The spiritual dimension of this custom is deeply rooted in the Polynesian belief in Mana — a powerful spiritual energy believed to reside within all living things. Hair, in particular,...
Celebration of Life...with a haircut!
Each family member or friend takes a turn cutting a small lock of the child’s hair, then offers a gift—typically a toy or some money—along with a heartfelt blessing, often...
Celebration of Life...with a haircut!
Each family member or friend takes a turn cutting a small lock of the child’s hair, then offers a gift—typically a toy or some money—along with a heartfelt blessing, often...
Burning Ghats at Varanasi
Here, the eldest son or a close male family member has his head shaved — a symbolic act of mourning, respect for the deceased, and a gesture of humility. It...
Burning Ghats at Varanasi
Here, the eldest son or a close male family member has his head shaved — a symbolic act of mourning, respect for the deceased, and a gesture of humility. It...