12 Tools Professional Barbers Should Have In Their Tool Kit

12 Tools Professional Barbers Should Have In Their Tool Kit


 As the rules of any trade, your skills and tools make you a professional. A highly skilled barber without the right tools will find it difficult to prove their expertise.

That is why we put together the ultimate list of tools new and experienced professional barbers should have in their arsenal.

1.

Clippers (Cordless and Corded)

This is one essential tool on our list. We use clippers to cut large areas of hair. Before buying any clippers, here are some criteria you should consider.

  1. Weight - Go for a weight of clipper you prefer because you'd use one for hours. Lightweight can be great for maneuverability. Heavier tools can help with more stability and control – they can also be great for those that like to feel the clipper in their hand.
  2. Durability - You will want to go for clippers specially manufactured for commercial uses.
  3. Runtime - For cordless clippers, get one with a lithium battery life for long barbering sessions as they have a better battery life. For traditional barbers that like to feel that high torque, go for a corded clipper.
  4. Design for comfortability - Coupled with point one, an ergonomically designed clipper helps with your grip.

2.

Trimmers

We use trimmers for intricate trimming. We use them for designing and outlining the finer details of the head, beard, and body. The same criteria apply to picking a clipper here (weight, durability, runtime & comfortability) 

3.

Foil Shavers

Sometimes, all a client needs is a close, clean cut. This is when a foil shaver comes in. Still, foil shavers usually get the job done even quicker and give better noticeable results.

4.

Duster Brushes

What would we ever do without one? We need duster brushes to remove cut hair around the neck and behind your client's ears.

5.

Professional Barber Capes

This goes without saying, but they must be included on this list. Barber capes keep cut hair from falling onto and into your clients' clothing. Having over three capes is ideal as a barber—think hygiene.

6.

Hair Dryer

A hairdryer is handy when you want to dry and style hair. It is a necessary tool that barbers use for styling and drying hair.

7.

Barber's Scissors

Barber scissors come in unique designs, and they have specific styling purposes. The important thing here is the size. The size is specific dependent on what feels more comfortable to you an what you are trying to achieve. 

8.

Barber Combs

Barber combs are essential tools for styling and cutting. We have all-purpose, fine-tooth, wide-tooth, barber comb, detangle comb, and so on.

9.

Folding Razor

For close, clean cuts and shaves, a barber should have a cut-throat razor in their toolkit.

10.

Fade Brushes

Fade brushes are used for brushing loose hair off your client while fading or to keep your clippers or trimmers clean. You cannot live without one in your kit. 

11.

Hair Brushes

This one is self explanatory right? Hair brushes come in different sizes, and we use them for various purposes - so make sure you pick the right one for your kit. 

12.

Sterilizing Supplies

Hygiene is very essential in our professional. Sterilizing your clippers, trimmer and other tools, often with a Barbicide and disinfecting jar, is ideal.

Other tools include sectioning hair grips, a tool bag, a vent brush and a barber mat.

Now that you know what basics you need to fill a professional barbering kit, where do you go from here?

Hair styling tools come in different varieties (like the combs we discussed above). They are sold under various brands, so we understand it's overwhelming to pick the best tools for the trade.

But not for us, with years of experience under our belts. We have bundled barber's tools we recommend and trust from top-of-the-line brands like Wahl and Andis.

Conclusion

Now, you know the ultimate checklist to pick out your barber's tool kit. Don't hold back on investing in the best tools for your business. Keep in mind that maintaining your devices keeps them running for longer and saves you the need to replace them.