Hairstylist having a conversation in the salon

Why Hairstylists, Barbers, and Beauty Professionals Are Essential to the Community—and How They Can Elevate Their Businesses

Why They Are Essential Community Anchors & Trusted Advisors Hairstylists and barbers are more than service providers—they are trusted confidants. For many, the salon or barbershop is a safe space for open conversation, cultural exchange, and emotional release. These professionals often serve as informal therapists, mentors, and life coaches to their clients. Cultural Preservation & Expression In the Black community especially, hair is deeply rooted … Continue reading Why Hairstylists, Barbers, and Beauty Professionals Are Essential to the Community—and How They Can Elevate Their Businesses

Professional Mobile AL barber Justin Boykin wearing red tshirt cutting his clients hair

Justin “BarberBoy” Boykin: The Journey to becoming a Professional Barber

Justin Boykin In this interview, we sit down with Justin, better known as BarberBoy, a talented barber hailing from Mobile, Alabama. Raised by his mother, Inetta Boykin, affectionately known as TheMoodSetta, Justin comes from a large family of seven siblings. His journey to becoming a barber began when his mother gifted him his first pair of clippers at the age of thirteen, sparking a passion … Continue reading Justin “BarberBoy” Boykin: The Journey to becoming a Professional Barber