This must be a newer location if I'm the first to review... haha. Located in the Forum Shops.
Called on Monday afternoon to make a Tuesday morning appointment. Was able to get 10am (time they open) with Carlos. This was my first ever straight blade shave. Opted for the Royal Shave ($65). It lasted 30 min and totally worth it! The experience was fantastic! It's the male-version of a lady's facial. I've done facials before and they hurt because they go deep to get out the blackheads. Not too relaxing. The shave was a complete different experience.
The room was quiet even though there was another customer and barber within a few feet from us. Lounge jazz music was siphoned in. The treatment starts with a warm towel to soften the facial hairs and skin. Then shave oil is massaged on the face and neck. Followed by warm shaving foam. Out comes the blade and the master skills go to work. Scrape, scrape, scrape. Wipe. Repeat. The shave changes direction according to the hair growth. Every few scrapes come at different angles. Once both sides are done, all the oils and foam is wiped off. Then the process restarts: warm towel, oil, foam, shave. This time getting closer to the skin and more sensitive areas like around the nose. Once that's done, you are cleaned off once again. Now comes the cooling gel mask. The barber uses a towel to fan air to help dry the gel. It all gets wiped off. Before you're 100% complete, the barber will clean your back neck line. Total indulgence!!!!
Royal Shave $65 + $15 tip = $80 visit. Once every few months may be a great treat! A man loves to be pampered too!