At European Barber, beards are sculpted by hand with scissors for lines that are crisp yet natural, by Ahmet, a barber with more than 33 years of experience. A beard trim is $40 for 30 minutes, or $75 together with a scissor haircut, at the shop inside Spectra Apartments in Redmond’s Marymoor Village.
Beard services and prices
- Beard Trim: $40, 30 minutes. A scissor trim to refine length, clean up edges and define the shape.
- Scissor Cut, Hair and Beard: $75, 45 minutes. A haircut plus full beard shaping, matched to your face and haircut.
- Haircut, Beard, Shampoo, Wax and Hot Towel: $100, 1 hour. The complete grooming session.
- Beard Razor Shave: $35, 20 minutes. For a clean shaven look, see the straight razor shave.
How the beard is shaped
Ahmet starts by looking at your face shape and how the beard grows, then sets the length and cheek and neck lines so the beard balances your haircut. Scissors are used to remove bulk and soften the outline, which avoids the harsh, boxy edges a clipper alone can leave. The goal is a beard that looks groomed from every angle and still reads as natural.
Common questions
How often should I get my beard trimmed?
Every 2 to 4 weeks keeps most beards in shape. Short, sharply lined beards need more frequent visits than longer, fuller ones.
What is the difference between a beard trim and beard shaping?
A trim cleans up length and edges on the shape you already have. Shaping redesigns the outline, including the cheek line, neckline and overall length, to suit your face.
European Barber is at 17645 NE 69th Ct #101, Redmond, WA 98052, near Marymoor Park. Open 7 days.