Steady Hands Barber Club

On today’s episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club, we have a very special guest: Ben Hammond

Ben is a regular customer of ours at the barber shop. He is with us today to talk about cultivating passion for what you do, and how to avoid burnout. Ben also started a non-profit called the Single Speed Project and it’s pretty cool. You don’t want to miss this episode.

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On today’s episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club, we have a very special guest: Bart Chan

Bart is a Mizutani Scissors certified sharpener and he is incredible at it. He answers so many questions for us about sharpening and tool maintenance on this episode. You don’t want to miss this one.

Mizutani ceremony scissors

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Williamsport Bowman
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On this episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club, we are just shooting the breeze a little bit and discussing whatever comes up...barbering or otherwise. 

Here is a link to go check out Williamsport Barber Supply: Use promo code: STEADY at checkout.

https://www.wbbarber.com

And here is a link to check out LatherKing Products:

www.Latherking.com 

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Campbells Interview
On today’s episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club, we have a couple of special guests:
Ben Large, CEO and board of directors, The Stephan Co.Ben Large became CEO of the Stephan Co. in December of 2019.  He previously ran an investment firm.  Prior to that, he worked in the aerospace industry developing satellite communications systems.  Mr. Large has a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University in Computer Engineering and a Master of Science degree from the University of Southern California.
Corey Cincotta, VP of Operations, The Stephan Co. Corey has worked under the Stephan umbrella for 16 years, beginning as a purchasing agent for the Nationwide Branch in Syracuse, NY.  From there he managed warehouse operations, eventually becoming General Manager in 2010.  He relocated to Stephan's Corporate Office in Tampa, FL as Director of Sales & Marketing in Stephan's Retail Division.  At the time, Stephan had a variety of skin care products in Walmart, Target, and CVS.  The opportunity arose in 2012 to manage Stephan's flagship subsidiary, Williamsport Barber Supply, where he has continued to grow into his current role as Vice President.
Campbells Campbell’s known product line dates back to around 1939, started by Albert B. Campbell under Campbell Products Co., from Chicago, IL (later Bensenville).  The company provided products to the barber industry.  Their main product was the “Latherking”, a hot lather machine, first of its kind, with the cleaner and the lathering solution.  Campbells registered the mark “LatherKing” in 1945.   In 1966, the brand was acquired and assigned to Deltrol Corp., a Delaware company, primarily involved in hydraulic valves that is still active to date.  Deltrol continued to function under the dba Campbell’s Products, and in that same year (1966), they registered the current logo (man w/Scottish bonnet), although it had been used in commerce since 1950.  Deltrol controlled the brand until 1974 when Morris Flamingo, Inc. acquired the brand from Deltrol, dba Campbell Products, and redesigned the LatherKing (PCS) model.  In March 1998, The Stephan Co. acquired the brand when Morris Flamingo, L.P. was acquired and registered the company Morris Flamingo-Stephan.  In 2015, Morris Flamingo-Stephan redesigned the current “Next Generation” model.  The LatherKing mark has been registered since 1945.
The Stephan CoThe Stephan Company was founded in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 1897 by German immigrant Karl H. Stephan., who started out producing barber equipment and surgical tools. He added barber and beauty supplies, becoming the first professional men's hair care company in America as well as the first to sell products only through barber shops. It was through the barber shop trade that the company gained a reputation for the quality of its products. Stephan's best selling product was a dandruff remover, which relied on a 19th-century formula. Under the ownership of its founder, the company thrived and even branched out to sporting goods.

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On this episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club, we discuss the likelihood of robots replacing barbers. Also, plenty of goofs, as usual.

Here is the link to the hair cutting robot video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=7zBrbdU_y0s&app=desktop

If you would like to purchase your own copy of “The American Barber Shop: A Closer Look at a Disappearing Place” follow the link below:

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Today on the Steady Hands Barber Club, we are talking about Seborrheic Dermatitis: Medical term for dandruff. A common skin condition that mainly affects your scalp. It causes scaly patches, red skin and stubborn dandruff. Seborrheic dermatitis can also affect oily areas of the body, such as the face, sides of the nose, eyebrows, ears, eyelids and chest.

 Symptoms: Skin flakes on your scalp, hair, eyebrows, beard or mustache. Patches of greasy skin covered with flaky white or yellow scales or crust on the scalp, face, sides of the nose, eyebrows, ears, eyelids, chest, armpits, groin area or under the breastsRed skin/Itching Causes: While doctors don't know the exact cause, they do know that it is not a hygiene issue. So relax.  Malassezia: Everyone has it! It is part of the normal human microbiome. It is a type of fungus or bacteria that tends to grow in oily areas with lots of sebaceous glands, including your scalp and face. The fungus helps break down sebum, which is oil produced by your sebaceous glands. This process leaves behind oleic acid, which irritates some people’s skin. In addition, if you have naturally oily skin, you likely also have more Malassezia microbes, leading to more oleic acid. Getting Rid of Dandruff: Exfoliating Exfoliation is a process that helps remove dead skin cells, including those that cause dandruff. Look for a beard brush that has soft bristles. In addition to getting rid of dead skin, a beard brush will also help distribute oils from your skin. Before cleaning your beard, gently massage the skin under your beard with the brush. Make sure you’re not scrubbing your beard too hard. That can make dandruff worse Washing If you don’t already, wash your hair regularly. You can use the same shampoo you use on your scalp for your beard as well. Look for these dandruff-fighting ingredients in a shampoo: Zinc pyrithione This is an anti-fungal as well as an ingredient that targets dead skin cells. It is gentle enough for everyday use, but it needs to be used more often until the dandruff is under control. Zinc pyrithione does not decrease sebum emission like ketoconazole does, but it is an effective over-the-counter solution. Coal Tar Shampoos that use coal tar as an active ingredient are aimed at ‘thick crust’ problems, addressing dandruff as well as psoriasis and eczema. Coal tar works by slowing the production of skin cells, reducing redness, inflammation, and irritation. It is very effective, but make sure to rinse thoroughly; the treated scalp area can be sensitive to sunlight. Coal tar also helps to relieve itching. Selenium Sulfide Shampoos with selenium sulfide target the yeast on scalps that can result in dandruff. This active ingredient can slow down cell turnover, but it can also discolor light-colored hair (or chemically treated hair). It is available in both prescription and over-the-counter strengths. Salicylic Acid This is an active ingredient whose main function is to remove scales and scalp build up. It works as a keratolytic, which is a fancy way of saying that it loosens the proteins that form the structure of skin. Moisturizing When you think about moisturizing, lotion probably comes to mind. However, it can be hard to apply to your beard without leaving a bunch of residue. Instead, opt for a beard oil. Rub a few drops of oil between your hands and massage it into the skin under your beard, working it through to the ends of your beard. To avoid more buildup, start with one or two drops. You can always add more if it feels like you didn’t reach your whole beard.

The bottom line. Dandruff is a common problem, but it’s easy to treat with the help of a simple routine. Whatever you decide to do, make sure you pay attention to both the hair of your beard and the skin underneath.

Today we are joined by Mackenzie Geistlinger, CNP. How can you help your community by getting involved with a non-profit as a barber? We discuss this topic on this episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club. 

Mackenzie is a recent graduate from Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Services with a focus in Nonprofit Management. Her degree focuses on the creation, development, implementation, and management of nonprofit organizations. She is currently a program assistant at KSU and supports over 70 courses by tracking supply inventory, implementing course content, and assisting in the creation of new courses. 

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Imperial or Metric

On this episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club, we discuss a bit more what it’s like going back to work after quarantine, and the controversy around using blow dryers right now.

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Posture and Shampoo

For all of our barbers and stylists listening, you know how much of a toll the profession can have on the body. In this episode, we discuss ways that we combat those effects. 

Also, are the shampoos sold in your barber shop the only shampoos that you should be using? Find out what we think about that on this episode. 

Below is the list of recommended shampoos:

Shampoo - Dr. Squatch

Shampoo | Top Natural Hair Product For Men | Triumph & Disaster US – Triumph & Disaster USA

WASH — Victory Barber & Brand

Reuzel Daily Shampoo | Men's De-Greasing & Cleansing Shampoo

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Back to Work!!

In this episode of the Steady Hands Barber Club, we discuss what it’s like to go back to work during the COVID pandemic. We never expected to wear this much gear while doing a haircut!

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