Notes from
the chair.
Practical writing on haircuts, beards and grooming — plus honest local guides for anyone getting their hair cut in Koh Samui.
FeaturedWhat actually happens in a hot towel beard trim
A step-by-step look at the hot towel beard service — why the towel matters, what the barber is doing, and who it suits.
Grooming · 2 minFive things worth doing before your barber appointment
Small preparations that make a real difference to the haircut you walk out with — from washing to what to wear.
Koh Samui · 2 minWalk in or book ahead? An honest answer
When walking into a barbershop works, when it doesn't, and how to time your visit in a busy tourist area.
Grooming · 2 minWhy a barbershop hair wash makes a difference
What a professional wash and conditioner does for your hair and scalp, especially in a salt-water, high-humidity climate.
Haircuts · 2 minHow to choose the right haircut for your face and hair
A practical framework for picking a haircut: face shape, hair type, hairline, lifestyle, and how to brief your barber.
Haircuts · 2 minBarber or salon: which one should men choose?
The genuine differences in training, tools and technique between a barbershop and a salon, and when each is the better choice.
Grooming · 2 minWhen to get your haircut before a wedding
The right timing for a wedding haircut, what to ask for, and how to plan a groom and groomsmen schedule in Koh Samui.
Grooming · 2 minThe best men's hairstyles for hot, humid weather
Cuts that hold their shape in heat and humidity, what to avoid, and how to style hair that spends its days in salt water.
Beards · 2 minThe beard trim guide: shape, lines and length
How to shape a beard to your face, where the neckline belongs, and how often to have it trimmed properly.
Grooming · 2 minHow to maintain a fade between appointments
Practical ways to keep a fade sharp for longer — washing, product, sleeping, sun, and what never to do yourself.
- Grooming · 2 min
Men's braiding in Koh Samui: styles, preparation and aftercare
Braiding for men in Koh Samui: which styles work, how long it takes, how to prepare and how to look after braids.
- Grooming · 2 min
Hair perming for men: what to know before booking
How a men's perm works, which hair types suit it, how long it lasts and how to look after it in a hot climate.
- Grooming · 2 min
What is included in a full grooming package?
A breakdown of what a full men's grooming package includes, how long it takes and who each package suits.
Haircuts · 2 minHow often should men cut their hair?
A realistic haircut schedule by style and hair type, plus how hot, humid climates change the timing.
Travel · 2 minCan tourists book a barber online in Koh Samui?
Yes — here is how to book a barber in Koh Samui from abroad, what you need, and when to schedule your appointment.
- Beards · 2 min
Hot towel beard trim or traditional hot towel shave?
The difference between a hot towel beard trim and a traditional hot towel shave, and how to choose between them.
- Haircuts · 2 min
What to ask your barber before a haircut
The questions that get you the cut you actually wanted — length, fade height, upkeep, product and what suits your hair.
- Haircuts · 2 min
How long does a fade last?
How long a fade stays sharp, why skin fades grow out faster than tapers, and when to book your next appointment.
Haircuts · 2 minSkin fade vs taper fade: which one do you actually want?
The real difference between a skin fade and a taper fade, how each one grows out, and how to choose between them.
Koh Samui · 2 minA visitor's guide to barbershops in Koh Samui
How barbershops work in Koh Samui: prices, booking, language, tipping and what to expect in the chair as a visitor.
- Travel · 2 min
A tourist's guide to getting a haircut in Thailand
How to explain what you want, what things cost, tipping, and the small cultural details worth knowing before you sit in the chair.
- Koh Samui · 2 min
Where to get a haircut in Koh Samui
A practical area-by-area guide to getting your hair cut on Koh Samui, including timing, prices and what to expect.
Koh Samui · 3 minHow to find the best barber in Koh Samui
What separates a good barbershop from a chair with clippers, and how to judge one in Koh Samui before you sit down.