Hot towel shave
A hot towel to soften the beard, warm lather, then a clean shave with the straight razor. $35 and 30 minutes on its own, or $65 for an hour with a haircut.
How it goes
The hot towel
A warm towel goes over the beard first, so the hair softens and the shave goes smoother.
The lather
The face is lathered, so the blade glides instead of dragging.
The straight razor
The shave itself, by hand, with a straight razor.
Why people book it
Some come in for a special day, some come every week. One regular writes that he used to get his hot towel shave in the city, that it was crazy expensive, and that it was nothing like the one he gets here. After her husband's shave, one client called it "the most restorative, professional shave".
In their words
My husband just had the most restorative, professional shave— so pleased with Luke’s skills and gentle, thorough manner.
Jane B. on Google I used to get my straight edge hot towel shave in the city...it was crazy expensive and nothing like the experience I get at Art zone.
AJS on Google
Shave questions
What happens in a hot towel shave?
A hot towel goes on first to soften the beard, then the face is lathered and shaved with a straight razor.
How long does it take?
30 minutes on its own ($35), or an hour together with a haircut ($65).
Your chair is a minute away.
Book online and you are confirmed on the spot. Or call (781) 452-7207.