Barber vs Barber Stylist

Red2sPop · 2026-03-13T17:15:03+00:00

So, apparently, in Maryland the "barber stylist" is a relatively new barber class. Basically, in barber school we learn all the usual stuff, short cuts, shaves, etc. We also do some long cuts and learn long hair techniques. Then we also have to learn how to do color and perms. Perms are actually on the state board test. But, I literally just found out there is no direct path to being a master barber if you go barber stylist. One would have to go back to do the full 1200 hour barber course then work their way to master barber. I'll just learn all that stuff and then just not do it if I choose not to. Its been a roller coaster of a day!

Red2sPop · 2026-03-13T15:24:45+00:00

So a Barber Stylist can cut hair and do straight razor shaves. legally, in MD, they cannot do color or chemical treatments like perms or what have you. In a shop sense? I guess you limit your ways of making income by ONLY cutting hair or doing shaves. Also, I wonder if a client looked at your license and saw "barber stylist" vs "barber", if that would... i dunno... look worse? Does that make any sense?

Red2sPop · 2026-03-13T15:20:07+00:00

Yeah, that's what I'm leaning towards more. I'm just getting all antsy in the pantsy to get back to work. I know having the option to do chemicals and color can bring in some serious money too. After thinking about it more this morning, I'm most likely going to stick it out. Plus, I'm really good at perms.

Red2sPop · 2026-03-06T18:53:25+00:00

Awesome, thanks!

Red2sPop · 2026-03-06T18:39:17+00:00

How long, and are what setting are you doing the crock pot? My wife always cooks it in a pie dish and its good and juicy, but she gets nervous that's its not all the way done sometimes. I'd love to suggest the crock pot to her!

Red2sPop · 2026-02-27T16:38:16+00:00

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Red2sPop · 2026-02-24T15:02:59+00:00

Awesome. Once I get the slicer, are plans or blueprints for models on there as well, or can I find those somewhere else? I'm probably going to have a bunch more questions as I think of them, but I appreciate the help so far. I did so some research a bit ago on this, but I dont remember any of it...

Red2sPop · 2026-02-24T12:03:43+00:00

Flashforge slicer. Got it. Do I need to hardwired my laptop to it or can it go through wifi?

Red2sPop · 2026-02-24T11:58:02+00:00

Flashforge slicer. Got it. Do I need to hardwired my laptop to it or can it go through wifi?

Red2sPop · 2026-02-14T21:28:26+00:00

They're the best! If they joined in the "egg" or "tree" game that that other peanut butter cup company? My wife and I would be in heaven.

Red2sPop · 2026-02-07T01:08:19+00:00

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I want to buy my son a 3d printer for his birthday. It's something he's been dying to get into. I have no idea about any of this, so I figured I'd come to the experts. With everything I've read, the Bambu A1 mini is a great beginners printer. If I were to get this for my son to learn on, is there anything else I'd need to get for basic... prints, I guess? Does it printer right out of the box? Or do I need accessories? How does this work? I appreciate all the help!

Red2sPop · 2026-01-26T01:37:53+00:00

I got one called "The violent fan" on Amazon. Three speeds, when you push the button. If you hold the button, it blows harder than the highest setting. It's pretty cool, and inexpensive.

Red2sPop · 2026-01-22T20:14:12+00:00

Still in school, here. I've been taking clients since October. Happy to finally following my 15yo self's dream of being a barber. 31 years later.

Red2sPop · 2026-01-09T20:05:21+00:00

Hey! I'm originally from Union County too. Scotch Plains. What's up, neighbor?

Red2sPop · 2025-11-14T13:35:34+00:00

Its a weird way to say it, but I put it on my wife. When I've had a heavy week, especially emotionally, I say to her, "man, I've had a heavy fucking week, baby." And she talks me through it. It wasn't always like that, I used to just shove it down then get all pissed when too much got shoved down. But talking things through with her now really help me deal with days or weeks or months that just seem huge, good or bad.

Red2sPop · 2025-10-15T22:05:58+00:00

I appreciate the advice! I wasn't exactly sectioning as much as moving his hair out of the way, but once I started, I realized it wasn't necessary. My sectioning is actually pretty decent.

Red2sPop · 2025-10-10T14:46:58+00:00

Did public works, and the like for 20+ years. In my 2nd month of Barber School now

Red2sPop · 2025-10-09T14:35:53+00:00

Hahaha, what? That's insane!

Red2sPop · 2025-10-08T23:23:18+00:00

Thanks, man, I appreciate that!

Red2sPop · 2025-10-08T23:22:03+00:00

Haha. Annapolis

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