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Read the guideHot Towel Shave in Murray Hill, NYC
The classic hot towel facial shave: warm towels, rich lather, straight razor finish. About 30 minutes, steps from Grand Central.
Why Choose Deja Vu Barbershop For A Hot Towel Shave
The hot towel facial shave is the signature barbershop experience in New York, and one of the best ways to treat yourself. We wrap your face in warm towels to soften the beard and open the pores, apply a rich lather, and give you a close, comfortable shave with a straight razor. Want the extended version? Ask for our Royal Shave upgrade, or pair your shave with a beard trim for a complete refresh.
What You Get
- Warm towels to soften and prep the skin
- Rich, protective lather
- Close, smooth straight razor shave
- Soothing aftershave balm to finish
Two Ways To Book It
- Hot Towel Shave, $35, our classic straight razor shave with a hot towel finish
- Royal Shave, $50, the extended, premium version with additional hot towel steps
Curious what makes it worth it? Read why a traditional hot towel shave beats shaving at home.
The Benefits Of A Hot Towel ShaveMurray Hill Barbershop Questions, Answered
Plan on about 30 minutes for the full hot towel shave. The Royal Shave, with additional hot towel steps, runs closer to 45 minutes.
A hot towel shave is a traditional barbershop straight razor shave. Warm towels soften the beard and open the pores, a rich lather protects the skin, and your barber shaves with a straight razor for a closer, smoother result than a cartridge razor at home.
Absolutely. Our traditional hot towel shave is one of our most popular services for Midtown professionals. Allow approximately 30 minutes for the full experience.
The Hot Towel Shave ($35) is our classic straight razor shave with a hot towel finish. The Royal Shave ($50) extends the treatment for a longer, more thorough finish.
You can walk in at Deja Vu Barbershop any open day, or book ahead online at Setmore.
Deja Vu Barbershop is on E 34th Street in Murray Hill, steps from Grand Central. Browse the full service menu, check out our grooming packages, or walk in and call (212) 576-1062 to book your chair.
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