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10 Unique Black-Owned Barber Shops in Detroit

December 11, 2022 · Updated December 11, 2022·By BLAC Staff

Barbershops have become a place for serious discussions on the latest news and current events. For some, talking to your barber can even be therapeutic.

BLAC Staff

December 11, 2022 · Updated December 11, 2022

Barbershops have been our cornerstone of the Black community; a place to socialize and communicate trends and discuss opinions on current events. Similar to nail techs and hairdressers, talking to your barber can seem like a therapy session.

That’s why BLAC recognized these ten unique Black-owned barbershops in metro Detroit, where you can feel welcomed and at home— and of course, get cleaned up or a masterful sharp cut.

Heavy Weights Cuts, 8008 Kercheval, Detroit, MI

Shears & Shaves, 20202 Livernois Avenue, Detroit, MI

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Classics Barbershop, 12006 Morang Ave, Detroit, MI

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1st Class Cuts Barbershop, 3601 Beecher Rd, Flint MI

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Detroit Juice Bar, 18325 McNichols, Detroit, MI

Greathouse Barber & Beauty

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Authentic Barbershop, 20344 W. 7 Mile Road, Detroit, MI

Ambitionz Barbershop, 19114 West McNichols, Detroit, MI

Hair Lab Detroit Barbershop

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Cuts by Rich the Barber, Detroit,MI

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