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The Detroit Couple Behind The Social Club Grooming Company
August 6, 2015·By BLAC Editorial
Husband-wife team Sebastian and Gabrielle Jackson changing the definition of grooming in Detroit
August 6, 2015
t the helm of The Social Club Grooming Company in Midtown, Sebastian and Gabrielle Jackson have given grooming in Detroit a refined makeover, changing the idea of "maintenance" into a full on movement.
"The Social Club is solving the problem of consumer access to a quality grooming experience," says Sebastian. "We believe in approaching personal grooming in a more holistic way, considering not just the body but also the mind."
Sure, there are other barbershops in Detroit, but with its commitment to engaging its patrons and the community-"Connecting club members to content and community helps them on their journey to becoming who they are," says Sebastian-The Social Club remains a cut above the rest.
The Social Club Grooming Company is located at 5272 Third Ave., Detroit. To schedule a haircut, call 313-832-4950 or visit Fb.com/TheSocialClubDetroit for more information. And be sure to ask about the Grooming Company's ShopTalk public discussions every third Thursday of the month.
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