Why subscribe?

Hairbond Journal is an independent publication about barbering, hairdressing, men’s hair, football culture and the business behind the chair.

It is written by Scott Michaels, a former hairdresser and salon owner who founded Hairbond in 2008.

This is where Hairbond shares what it has learned, what it believes and what it plans to do next.

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Be the first to hear about new Hairbond products, limited launches, salon events, retailer opportunities and the work happening behind the scenes.

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No algorithm. No dancing for attention. Just the story.

Learn from the trade

Get practical advice on men’s hair, styling, retail, marketing and the products professionals use to create better results.

We also cover emerging haircut trends, barbering culture, salon business and the people shaping the industry.

Not theory written from a boardroom.

Experience earned behind the chair, on the shop floor and while building an independent British brand.

Join the Hairbond community

Hairbond Journal brings together barbers, hairdressers, salons, retailers, customers and people who care about better hair and stronger independent businesses.

Join the conversation. Share your experience. Help shape what comes next.

Built on 18 years of experience

Hairbond has spent 18 years creating professional hair products for people who expect more.

We have worked with barbers, hairdressers, footballers, retailers and customers around the world.

The products are only part of the story.

Hairbond Journal is where the knowledge, personality and soul of the brand live.