[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":76},["ShallowReactive",2],{"team-member-vitaly-en":3,"blog-by-author-8b6462a7-4093-472e-a324-da130aa7ada3-en":21},{"id":4,"photo":5,"sort_order":6,"is_enabled":7,"locale_code":8,"name":9,"role":10,"altegio_id":11,"slug":12,"is_listed":7,"last_modify":13,"status":14,"comment":15,"created_at":16,"updated_at":16,"description":17,"body":18,"meta_title":19,"meta_description":20},"8b6462a7-4093-472e-a324-da130aa7ada3","team\u002Fvitaly.webp",1,true,"en","Vitaly","Barber","2159661","vitaly","2026-07-23","done",null,"2026-06-27T08:38:10.812681+00:00","Vitaly is the founder of Trueman Barbershop & Beauty in Batumi and a practicing barber. His idea gave rise to a salon where classic barbering craft meets a modern approach to men's style and grooming. Vitaly creates looks in which a clean haircut and a well-groomed beard work together, choosing a shape that suits your hair type, facial features and lifestyle. He is equally confident with timeless classics and current trends, and before every cut he discusses your wishes and explains how to maintain the result at home. Book with the founder of Trueman to talk through your look.","Vitaly is the **founder of Trueman Barbershop & Beauty** and a practicing barber. It was his idea that grew into a salon where classic barbering skill blends with a modern approach to men's and beauty grooming. For Vitaly, a barbershop is not just a place to get a haircut, but a space with its own atmosphere that you want to return to.\n\n## What he does\n\n- clean **men's haircuts** — from classic to modern solutions\n- **beard shaping and styling**\n- building a look around your hair type, facial features and lifestyle\n- advice on care and styling at home\n\n## How a visit goes\n\nBefore every cut, Vitaly discusses your wishes, suggests suitable options and explains how to keep the result looking its best. He is attentive to detail: clean fades, neat edges and a well-considered shape make the look complete from every angle.\n\nAs the founder, Vitaly sets the service standards for the whole Trueman team: **attention to detail, honest advice and respect for the guest's time**. What matters here is not a one-off service, but a lasting relationship with a barber who remembers your preferences.\n\nYou can book with Vitaly online in just a few clicks — choose a convenient date and time, and he will take care of the rest.","Vitaly — barber and salon founder","Vitaly, founder of Trueman Barbershop & Beauty in Batumi and a barber. Men's haircuts, beard shaping and creating your look. Book online.",[22,49],{"id":23,"slug":24,"image":25,"rubric_id":26,"author_id":4,"published_at":27,"last_modify":27,"is_enabled":7,"is_main_page":28,"status":14,"comment":15,"created_at":29,"updated_at":30,"locale_code":8,"title":31,"description":32,"body":33,"meta_title":31,"meta_description":34,"rubric_slug":35,"rubric_name":36,"author_slug":12,"author_image":5,"author_name":9,"service_ids":37,"tag_ids":39,"tags":42},"12c4364b-001e-4a40-b69d-d179fab2d669","hot-towel-shave","blog\u002Fhot-towel-shave-1785492019276.webp","a766bad2-2a00-4ec7-92dd-c5e9e6976e0c","2026-09-24",false,"2026-07-23T13:05:03.273585+00:00","2026-07-31T11:24:18.157736+00:00","Hot Towel Shave: How the Royal Shave Goes","How a hot towel shave with a straight razor goes: the stages of the royal shave ritual, what it feels like and how to care for skin afterward.","A royal shave with a straight razor isn't just a way to remove stubble — it's a full grooming ritual men have valued for over a century. A hot towel shave with a straight razor, warm lather and an unhurried pace turns a routine chore into 30–40 minutes of genuine relaxation. In this piece we'll walk through how a hot towel shave goes, what you'll feel at each stage and how to care for your skin afterward. You can book it under [straight razor shave](\u002Fservices\u002Fbeard-and-shave).\n\n## What a royal shave is\n\nA royal shave — also called a hot towel shave — is a classic straight razor shave combined with hot towels and care products. Unlike a quick shave at home with a cartridge razor, here every step matters: the skin is carefully prepped, shaved in several passes and finished with soothing care.\n\nThe main differences from an ordinary shave:\n\n- a straight razor is used, not a cartridge;\n- the skin is steamed with hot towels;\n- shaving goes in several passes, with and against the grain;\n- the procedure ends with full aftercare.\n\n![steps of a royal shave — steaming with a hot towel, applying lather with a brush and working with a straight razor, a series of close-up shots](blog\u002Fhot-towel-shave-1785491975356.webp)\n\n## How the ritual goes: the stages\n\nThe whole process is built so the skin is as prepared as possible and the shave comes out smooth and safe.\n\n### 1. Prep and steaming\n\nThe barber starts by cleansing the skin and laying on a hot towel. Heat and moisture soften the stubble, open the pores and lift the hairs — which is exactly why the blade then glides easily without nicking the skin. This is the most pleasant, relaxing stage.\n\n### 2. Applying the lather\n\nWarm lather or soap is whipped with a brush and applied in massaging motions. The brush further lifts the hairs and creates a protective layer between skin and blade.\n\n### 3. The straight razor shave\n\nThe key moment — the straight razor work. The barber shaves in short, confident strokes, holding the skin taut with the free hand. The first pass usually goes with the grain, the second against it for perfect smoothness. Between passes the face may be covered with a warm towel again.\n\n### 4. The finish\n\nAfter the shave the skin is cooled with a chilled towel to close the pores, and a soothing balm or lotion is applied. The skin comes out smooth, clean and noticeably rested.\n\n## What you'll feel\n\nMany are surprised the first time by how calm the procedure is. The hot towels bring warmth and a light drowsiness, the razor's strokes are precise and careful, and the slight tingle of the balm at the end refreshes. No rush: a royal shave is about a pause in your day, not about speed.\n\n## Who it suits\n\nThe procedure is universal, but it's especially appreciated by:\n\n- anyone who wants a perfectly smooth shave a cartridge can't deliver;\n- those with sensitive, irritation-prone skin (with the right technique a straight razor is gentler);\n- men for whom self-care is a way to reset;\n- anyone wanting to look sharp before an important event.\n\n![a barber applying soothing after-shave balm, fresh smooth skin in close-up, warm Trueman lighting](blog\u002Fhot-towel-shave-1785491999998.webp)\n\n## Aftercare\n\nTo keep the effect and avoid irritation, proper aftercare matters.\n\n| When | What to do |\n|---|---|\n| Right after | Apply an alcohol-free soothing balm |\n| First few hours | Don't touch the face with dirty hands, avoid the sun |\n| Through the day | Use a moisturiser |\n| Daily | Gentle cleansing and hydration |\n\nA couple of final tips: avoid harsh lotions high in alcohol — they dry the skin; and on a hot Batumi day don't skip SPF, since freshly shaved skin is especially vulnerable to the sun. With regular care the result of a royal shave lasts longer, and the skin itself grows softer and healthier over time.\n\nIf you've never tried a straight razor shave, start with the royal ritual at a barber — it's the best way to understand why men love it so much.","Hot towel shave step by step: the royal shave ritual, hot towels, straight razor shave technique and how to care for your skin after.","barbershop","Barbershop",[38],"4dde554a-3732-47be-920c-7af75714282c",[40,41],"038a0d13-4be5-4648-8032-f007bccf3c5d","7d70419f-43ea-4d18-becd-28a33777d56c",[43,46],{"name":44,"slug":45},"Beard","beard",{"name":47,"slug":48},"Shaving","shaving",{"id":50,"slug":51,"image":52,"rubric_id":26,"author_id":4,"published_at":13,"last_modify":13,"is_enabled":7,"is_main_page":7,"status":14,"comment":15,"created_at":29,"updated_at":53,"locale_code":8,"title":54,"description":55,"body":56,"meta_title":57,"meta_description":58,"rubric_slug":35,"rubric_name":36,"author_slug":12,"author_image":5,"author_name":9,"service_ids":59,"tag_ids":62,"tags":66},"adaa1830-8e99-47a9-bf45-57229d690989","types-of-mens-haircuts","blog\u002Ftypes-of-mens-haircuts-1784895776836.webp","2026-07-24T13:00:05.447195+00:00","Types of Men's Haircuts: Fades, Undercut, Buzz Cut","The main types of men's haircuts — fades, undercut, buzz cut and crew cut — explained, with help choosing the shape that fits your face and lifestyle.","Understanding the main types of men's haircuts is easier than it looks: behind the trendy names sit a handful of base shapes, and everything else is a variation. In this guide we'll calmly sort out fades, undercuts, buzz cuts and crew cuts — Batumi-style, without the fuss — so you walk into the chair with a clear request. If you're just starting to experiment, begin with a classic [men's haircut](\u002Fservices\u002Fmens-haircut) — it's an easy jump from there to any of the shapes below.\n\n## The main types of men's haircuts\n\nEvery men's cut is built on two things: how the sides and back are worked, and how much length is left on top. It's the transition between those zones that separates one type from another.\n\n- **Fade** — a smooth blend from skin up to length.\n- **Undercut** — sharp contrast: short sides, long top.\n- **Buzz cut \u002F short back and sides** — cropped, low-maintenance classic.\n- **Crew cut \u002F flat top** — an even \"tabletop\" on the crown.\n\n## The fade and its variations\n\nA fade isn't one haircut — it's a way of working the sides where the length fades down to the skin. That's why a single word hides a whole family of cuts.\n\n- **Taper fade** — a soft, subtle blend only around the temples and neck. The most versatile, office-friendly option.\n- **Low taper fade** — the blend starts low, at the hairline. Clean and almost effortless to pull off.\n- **Skin fade** — the blend runs all the way to bare skin. Maximum contrast and the most graphic look.\n\nThe beauty of the fade is that it adapts to any length on top: wear it with a comb-over, a textured crop or a short buzz. In Batumi's humid climate a fade is practical too — short sides keep your head cool.\n\n![three fades side by side — taper fade, low taper fade and skin fade, side view, a clear difference in contrast](blog\u002Ftypes-of-mens-haircuts-1784895236661.webp)\n\n## The undercut\n\nThe undercut is built on contrast with no gradual blend: the sides are clipped short and even all over, while the top stays noticeably longer. The classic undercut is slicked back, but today it's worn with a part or tousled to the side too.\n\nWho it suits:\n\n- guys with thick hair — there's plenty to fill that long top;\n- anyone happy to use pomade or paste for styling;\n- fans of a bold, slightly daring look.\n\nThe undercut pairs beautifully with a beard: a sharp line at the temples visually ties the hair and the facial hair into one look.\n\n![a man with an undercut — long top swept back, short sides, a beard, front and side view](blog\u002Ftypes-of-mens-haircuts-1784896059171.webp)\n\n## Buzz cut and short back and sides\n\nA buzz cut takes the sides and back down almost to nothing, with just a touch more length on the crown. The short back and sides is its softer version, with a bit more length on top and a smoother line.\n\nThis is the pick for anyone who values minimal upkeep: the cut holds its shape for weeks and needs no styling at all. The short back and sides is the middle ground between the strictness of a buzz cut and the freedom of longer shapes, while the buzz itself is equally at home in the gym, the office or on the road.\n\n## Crew cut and flat top\n\nThe crew cut — or flat top — leaves the hair on the crown cut to a flat horizontal plane, like a neat tabletop, with short sides. The shape needs fairly stiff, upright hair and regular upkeep, but it looks sharp and rugged. It's a favourite of retro and military aesthetics and anyone after a strong, \"square\" silhouette.\n\n## How to choose your shape\n\nTo take the guesswork out, focus on three things.\n\n| Criterion | What to consider |\n|---|---|\n| Face shape | A round face suits volume on top (undercut); a long face suits moderate side length (taper fade) |\n| Hair texture | Coarse and thick hair holds an undercut and flat top; fine hair looks best in a fade or short back and sides |\n| Styling effort | Minimal upkeep — buzz cut and taper fade; daily styling — undercut |\n\nAnd the golden rule: don't be afraid to ask your barber. A good one will read your hair growth and head shape in a minute and point you to the type of men's haircut that shows you off best. You can always start with a base shape and work your way toward bolder choices.","Types of Men's Haircuts: Fades & Undercut","A guide to the types of men's haircuts: fades and their variants, undercut, buzz cut and crew cut. What sets them apart and how to choose yours.",[60,61],"c5a3d653-7cf2-4f51-887d-5e00dc2183b6","44ac9898-7379-4f3d-86ea-bbefcb7a05da",[63,64,65],"1a18df97-f132-4ca1-9f1a-cb78e3c87223","bbb3784b-93e2-41cd-a67b-124892d3e7b1","47c4b178-64a3-429b-b97c-26500315e0a7",[67,70,73],{"name":68,"slug":69},"Fade","fade",{"name":71,"slug":72},"Men's haircuts","mens-haircuts",{"name":74,"slug":75},"Style","style",1791342149591]