No Surprises: Here Is Exactly What a Standard Cut Covers
When you book an adult haircut at Broadway Barbers, you are booking a service that includes the consultation, the full cut using clippers and scissors, neckline finishing and a mirror check at the end. At £17 for approximately 20 minutes, it is a professional service with a clear scope.
This guide sets out exactly what is and is not included in a standard haircut at Broadway Barbers so you arrive with the right expectations. If you want to add services such as a wash or a beard trim, those are booked separately and your barber will always confirm the additional cost before beginning any extra work.
Included and Not Included in a Standard Cut
Here is a clear summary of what is covered in the standard adult haircut service and what falls outside it.
What Is Included
- Consultation on length, style and finish
- Full cut with clippers and scissors
- Blending and graduation between sections
- Neckline clean-up and finish
- Around-the-ear detailing
- Mirror check at front and back
- Styling product applied on request
- Advice on maintenance between visits
Not Included as Standard
- Shampoo and wash (Wash and Cut: £23)
- Beard trim or shape up (booked separately)
- Hot towel shave (booked separately)
- Colour or toning treatments
- Blow-dry or styling beyond a brief finish
If you want to combine a haircut with any of the above services, mention this when booking via Booksy so the correct slot length is allocated and the additional cost is confirmed before your appointment.
What Happens During a Standard Haircut at Broadway Barbers
Here is exactly what your barber does during a standard adult haircut appointment, from the moment you sit down to the moment you leave the chair.
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The Consultation
Your barber will ask about the style you want, how much length you are looking to remove, whether you prefer clippers or scissors and how much time you spend on your hair at home. This takes two to three minutes and is the most important part of getting the cut right.
Establishing the Length
Using clippers with the appropriate guard, your barber works through the back and sides first, establishing the overall length and setting any fade or taper that has been agreed. They always start slightly longer than the target length to allow for refinement.
Cutting the Top
The top section is cut using scissors or clippers depending on the style. Your barber works section by section, checking the length and balance as they go. Scissors give more precision and texture. Clippers with a guard give a cleaner uniform length.
Blending and Graduation
The transition between the sides and the top is blended to create a natural or deliberate graduation depending on the style. This is where a fade, taper or clipper-over-comb technique is applied. It requires skill and attention to symmetry on both sides.
Neckline and Around-the-Ear Finishing
The neckline is cleaned up using either a straight razor or a trimmer without a guard. This frames the cut at the bottom and removes stray growth below the hairline. Around-the-ear detailing is done at the same stage. These lines are what make a fresh haircut look properly finished.
Mirror Check and Finish
Your barber holds a mirror behind your head so you can check the back and sides before the cape comes off. Any final adjustments are made at this stage. Product can be applied if you want it. You leave looking as you agreed at the start.
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Haircut Only vs Wash and Cut: Which Should You Book?
The Adult Haircut (£17 / 20 min)
The standard adult haircut is a dry cut. You arrive with clean hair that has been washed the evening before or the morning of your appointment and your barber cuts it without a preceding shampoo. This is the most popular service at Broadway Barbers and is perfectly appropriate for the vast majority of visits.
Arriving with clean hair is important for a dry cut. Product-heavy or unwashed hair is harder to cut accurately. If your hair has a lot of dry shampoo or heavy styling product in it, the Wash and Cut option is the better choice.
The Wash and Cut (£23 / 30 min)
The Wash and Cut adds a professional shampoo before the cut. Your barber washes your hair in the basin, towel-dries it and then cuts it in the same appointment. The additional 10 minutes is accounted for in the Booksy booking so the slot is longer.
The Wash and Cut is a good choice if you prefer arriving straight from work or the gym without washing your hair first, if you want the relaxation of a shampoo as part of the experience or if your hair benefits from being damp for a more accurate scissor cut. At £6 more than the standard cut, it is a popular upgrade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the neckline always shaved with a razor?
Your barber will clean up the neckline using either a straight razor or a trimmer without a guard, depending on your preference and the style of the cut. If you have a preference, mention it during the consultation. A straight razor gives a slightly cleaner edge. A trimmer is preferable for those with sensitive skin in the neck area. Either way, the neckline finish is always included in the standard cut.
Does a standard haircut include eyebrow or nose hair tidying?
Eyebrow and nose hair tidying are not included in the standard adult haircut. If you would like either done, ask your barber during the appointment and they will let you know whether it can be accommodated and whether there is an additional charge. It is a simple addition that takes only a minute or two and most barbers at Broadway Barbers are happy to help.
What if I want more than a standard cut?
If you want a haircut alongside a beard trim, hot towel shave or any other service, book both through Booksy so the correct amount of time is set aside. Combining services in a single appointment is a popular choice and works out more time-efficient than booking separate visits. Your barber will confirm the total time and cost at the start of the appointment before beginning.
What if I am not happy with the cut before I leave?
If something does not look right after your mirror check, say so before the cape comes off and the appointment ends. Your barber can make adjustments while you are still in the chair. Saying something at this stage is far more effective than leaving and calling later. Good barbers at Broadway Barbers want you to leave satisfied and will always take the time to get the cut right before you go.
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