Pure-Formance Shave Cream prepares the skin for a close, comfortable shave by moisturizing and conditioning the skin. The Dual Action Aftershave is a 2-in-1 moisturizer and aftershave and is clinically proven to reduce razor burn and ingrown hairs. Between the refreshing feel and smooth finish after you shave, your face will thank you. See the difference and keep your shaving ritual simple!

To be practical and in style, the cornerstone to every outfit for fall is a vest. Lightly padded and lined, a vest makes it simple to adjust to fall’s variable weather and keep your body temperature even. The vest will help trap body heat to keep you toasty on extra-cool days as well as provide protection against strong winds and rain. On the fashion front, a vest anchors your look squarely in the sporty-cool category.

A gray sweater is another must for this fall season. It needs to be simple, close-to-the-body cut that will show off your physique to its maximum advantage. A mock-neck style won’t ever look dated or trendy. Keep it neutral, like heather gray hue pairs well with everything. Wear it casually with a vest and jeans, if you plan to spend time outdoors or team it with dress pants for the office.

Sunglasses essential to have for fall. Just because summer is over, it doesn’t mean you can leave your sunglasses at home when you step out. Shield your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays on a bright fall day and inject some attitude into your look at the same time.

As the daylight hours start to dwindle in early fall, your preferred shade of denim should become increasingly dark. Your denim should be a dark blue or even black. Pair them with sneakers and basic layers while the sun is still out, and then throw on a button-down, a blazer, and your dancing shoes for a night of clubbing. Denim goes with just about everything down or dress up–which do you prefer?

Eye-catching casual style requires a little more effort than simply throwing on jeans and a T-shirt. To make a more memorable impression, try adding unexpected extras to your outfits, like a reversible black-and-white leather belt. Its bright white hue will pop against dark blue jeans in an appealing, sporty way. Make the belt work-appropriate by reversing it to the black side.

Layering is the key to both being warm and being stylish in the fall. With these suggestions, your fall season should be crisp, casual, and comfortable.

Franklyn Men, Master Barbers, awarded the 2011 “Simply The Best” Barber Shop by readers of Harrisburg Magazine. We are honored and thrilled for this recognition. This is a testament to our clients and employees, and the relationships we have with each other.
The “Simply the Best” award was calculated through votes by the readers of Harrisburg Magazine. A gala was given in honor of all recipients, which the employees of Men’s attended along with the staff from Franklyn Studio, who received “Simply The Best” in the category of Best Hair Salon. The room was transformed into an elegant trend-setting atmosphere with breath taking lighting designs and a floating stage. What a wonderful evening was had by all, especially the ride by stretch limo for all 18 of us, hosted by Unique Limo, of Harrisburg! Thank you Unique, you are the best in Limo service.

Big thanks to all our clients that have made us Simply The Best Barber Shop for 2011. Check out some of the photos below from this event.

For the first time, readers of the Carlisle Sentinel awarded “Best of The West Shore 2011” in the Best Barber Shop category. In a poll that readers vote for their favorite local businesses consists of the West Shore area businesses and Carlisle businesses. Many thanks go our customers that voted for us “Best of The West Shore Barber Shop”.

Take a look at the 2011 Spring/Summer Grooming Trends.

Clothing is not the only area of style that evolves over time. Male grooming trends also go through changes. Watch and see what to be on the lookout for this spring.

* Rebirth of the Barbershop–Old-style barbershops have definitely reappeared on the grooming scene again. Everything from straight edge shaves to facials to waxing treatments. The ranges of services are endless. FRANKLYN MEN WAS FIRST TO RECOGNIZE THIS TREND IN THE CENTRAL PA AREA. NOW OPERATING FOR 4 YEARS, FRANKLYN MEN STILL MAINTAINS OLD STYLE BARBERSHOP VALUES, BUT IN A CONTEMPORARY SETTING.

* Side parts and slingbacks–Closely related to the old style barbershops is the return to mid-century hairstyles. Side parts have quickly made a come back but it should be deliberately parted without it being perfect. If you like a part why not just mess it up a little. If that is not quite your style, try a slick-back look in which all the hair is slicked back but natural looking. It could be slicked back with using just a little pomade or grooming cream by Minn of New York.

* Clean-cut faces–The ultimate rebirth is the swiping a fresh razor clear across your face for a clean cut shave. Last year beards were in, 2011 clean cut is cool again. Have a beard? Try a hot lather shave.

* Tamed beards–If you are not quite ready to say goodbye to your facial hair then by all means keep it. However, keep in mind that scruff is all it should be. Trimmed and tightened up is the key.

* Balanced body hair–Pruning is recommended but the idea is remove hair where is doesn’t belong by today’s standards.

* Controlled brows–When it comes to eyebrows, hair removal can make all the difference. Clear the middle region between both brows,

Rid yourself of strays by tweezing a few. Just remember tweezed brows should never look DONE just cleaned up.

Keep these grooming trends in mind this spring and you are sure to be the center of attention.

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All proceeds raised will go towards the CLEAN OCEAN ACTION. Clean Ocean Action (COA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting waterways using science, law, research, education, and citizen action. Their mission is to improve the degraded water quality off the New Jersey and New York coast. Millions of dollars each year support clean water projects at home and around the world.

Read more about CLEAN OCEAN ACTION at www.cleanoceanaction.org.

There are three ways to help us take action and protect the Earth and our water:

1. By donating $1 or buying an Aveda product, you enter a chance to win a New Look by Franklyn, which includes cut, color, hot lather shave, and products.

2. By purchasing a Clean Ocean Action stainless steel water bottle valued at $10, we will donate 100% of your payment to COA.

3. Online donations may be made at:

http://aveda.yourcause.com/Group.aspx?GroupID=7586

Cleaning up our beaches and water is easy, but not with your help!

This year men should make an effort to leave their comfort zone, take your barber’s suggestion and try something new. When it comes to men’s hairstyles, 2011 has a variety of choices to offer. Mid-length and longer hairstyles are huge themes this year, you’ll also be seeing plenty of short cuts as well that are specifically designed for the well-defined man. These styles bring together several eras in a modern way. See below for some styles.

Also, receiving the right education from your barber on product application techniques is essential. You should always be informed about which products they are using on your hair and why. The amount of product to use should also be addressed along with whether the product should be applied to wet or dry hair to achieve the best results possible.

Just as there are different hairstyles for your head shape and hair texture, there are facial hair styles that look best on specific face shapes as well. By altering your facial hair you can heighten strong features and even cover up flaws. Whatever the case, it needs to be well-kept and managed for today’s man. Though countless facial hair styles exist, the style you choose is a very personal one. Below are some options , what facial hair style is your look?

• Five o’ Clock Shadow The five o’ clock shadow refers to the growth of hair that appears late in the day after clean shaving your face in the morning. Related styles include light to heavy stubble in which hair growth is continued for one or several days. This look can add definition to faces with softer bone structure.

• Circle Beard The circle beard is achieved when a mustache and a chin beard are connected along the sides of the mouth. This style can add length to a rounded face but it can add weight if not cared for in the proper way.

• Goatee A goatee refers to a mustache worn with a chin beard that is NOT connected. This can be a good option for rounder faces because it adds length and width.

• Chinstrap This refers to the hair that extends downward from the sideburns along the jaw line, connecting to the chin. It can also be worn with or without a mustache. It helps create a jaw line and frames the face.

• Mutton Chops Mutton chops consist of sideburns that are grown long to extend to the corners of the mouth, with a mustache and or goatee shaved off. This seems to be best suited for a guy who displays artistic style and is in the arts and entertainment industry.

• Chevron Chevron consists of a full, wide mustache that generally hangs down slightly over the upper lip. This style reads masculine but updated.

• Horseshoe The horseshoe consists of a full mustache with growth vertically extending down from the corners of the lips, ending at the jaw line. This style is normally maintained by the southern man.

• Full Beard The traditional full beard style consists of growth along the upper lip, chin, sides and is connected to the sideburns. This is a good option for the guys with weaker jaw lines.

• For those of you men that can not grow facial hair or comes in blotchy, stick with a clean shave. A clean shave is easier to maintain rather than trying to leave a few strands grow in.

Facial hair can add a smoking hot look to your style. Add strength and spirit to your style–GROW SOME FACIAL HAIR. Trouble deciding what style works best for you? Ask a pro at Franklyn Men, Master Barbers

For the second year in a row, Franklyn Men has exceeded all expectations
and has been voted Simply The Best Barbershop for 2010 by Harrisburg Magazine.
Some of you may ask what does it take to be Simply The Best. Designed
specifically for the distinguished man, Franklyn Men is the premier place to
go for any man who wants to look and feel his best. Voted on by our loyal
customers, Franklyn Men is dedicated to the very best of all your hair and
skin care needs. Simply The Best reflects the highest standards that our
enthusiasts have come to expect. Along with providing superior service to our clients, we offer a full range of signature products such as Min of New York, Aveda, Woody’s and Art of Shaving. With the outstanding Master barbers at Franklyn Men, how could you expect nothing but the best.

The staff at Franklyn Men were honored at a gala held at the Radisson Penn Harris Convention Center. Along with receiving the award, Franklyn Studio was also honored in the category for Best Hair Salon for 2010.

To our valued customers, thank you for making us Simply The Best in Central Pennsylvania.

]]> http://www.franklynmen.com/franklyn-men-voted-simply-the-best-barbershop-2010/feed/ 0 http://www.franklynmen.com/introducing-woodys-grooming-products/ http://www.franklynmen.com/introducing-woodys-grooming-products/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 18:56:05 +0000 matt http://www.franklynmen.com/?p=150 Woody’s Grooming products are now available at Franklyn Men! Woody’s makes products without compromise by focusing on only the finest quality ingredients to cleanse, nourish and protect. Woody’s is directed at the man who is looking for a simple, comfortable daily regimen that offers basic, no-frill products that smell good and get the job done.

Woody’s was developed with the collaboration of celebrity barbers and stylists. Their hard work and keen insights into what grooming products a man needs in his daily routine helped create the Woody’s of today.

One of our favorite products is Wood Glue Extreme Styling Hair Gel. “Gel is stiff but Glue is rigid control for any hair texture. Only for the adventurous, when extreme styling is needed. Mold, Caulk or Hawk your style. Caution: Not intended for industrial use.”

Fine/Thin Hair

Aveda Men Grooming clay

• Strong Hold with out shine
• Provides thickness to hair

Aveda Men Pure-formance Grooming Cream

• Pliable hold and control while maintaining a natural look
• Provides shine with out unwanted weight

Min Form Styling Cream

• Medium hold
• Separates and thickens the hair
• natural shine

Medium to Thick Hair

Aveda Pure Performance Pomade

• Strong hold
• High Shine

Min Define Shaping Pomade

• Strong hold
• for piecing
• high shine

Natural Looking

Aveda Men Pur Performance

• adds shine
• moderate hold
• holds down unwanted volume
• provides moisture

Min Manage Grooming Cream

• Weightless Conditioning Cream
• Moderate hold without the “product look”
• Works great for taming naturally curly or wavy hair