Take 7: Barber Shops

With Movember coming to an end, it’s about time you shaved off whatever scruff you managed to sprout. and make it easy, with this list of Hong Kong’s best barber shops.

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Published: 7:52pm, 3 Dec 2014Updated: 4:26pm, 19 Oct 2016

It’s the only time of year when you can get away with that sorry excuse for a handlebar, but all good things come to an end. In its third year in Hong Kong, Movember is wrapping up this week after 30 piliferous days. So far, local Mo Bros have raised $1.5 million and counting.

Globally, the campaign has surpassed $267 million, which will benefit the Movember Foundation—a men’s health charity that supports issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health. So give yourself a pat on the back, and then get that lip wig shaved off at one of these barbershops.

Gentlemen’s Tonic

After offering free trims throughout November to keep that ‘stache looking fresh, Gentlemen’s Tonic is now providing quick, 10-minute shaves for free to all registered Mo Bros who are dying to get rid of that sorry excuse for a lip wig. Normally, a simple wet shave costs $375, while more indulgent packages like “The Shackleton,” which includes a haircut and a beard trim or the ultimate wet shave cost about $900. Oh yeah, and every visit includes a free Bloody Mary. Sign us up!

Free tip: In order to get the closest shave, men should remember to shave with the grain, not against it.

49 Wellington St., Central, 2525-2455, www.gentlemenstonic.com.

The Barbershop

Just walk in to The Barbershop and plop down for a no-frills beard and neck trim ($70). The old-school atmosphere, brisk service and cool chairs make for an authentic experience. In addition to basic shaves, The Barbershop also provides haircuts ($280) and color treatments (from $330).

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