Hot Towel Shave · Paramus, NJ · By Appointment
The Traditional
Straight Razor Shave.
Hot towels, warm lather, and a straight razor — the classic barbershop shave done unhurried, one client at a time. Thirty minutes at 393 Route 17 in Paramus, from $45.
The Shave Ritual
Hot Towels. Warm Lather. A Straight Razor.
The shave begins with a consultation about your skin, your grain, and how close you want to go. Steamed towels are laid over the face to soften the beard and open the pores — the step most places skip when they're rushing a chair.
Warm lather is brushed in, then the shave is worked with a straight razor with the grain, followed by a second pass where the skin allows. Careful, deliberate, and never hurried through.
It finishes the way it should: a cool towel to close the pores, an aftershave balm to calm the skin, and a moisturizing finish. Roughly thirty minutes, start to finish, from $45.
Want the full reset? Pair it with a precision haircut — Haircut & Hot Towel runs about an hour at $85 and covers both in one visit.
Services & Pricing
Book the Exact Service You Need.
Men's Haircut
$55+45 min
Consultation, precision haircut, shampoo and styling — one-on-one, start to finish.
Book This Service — Men's HaircutHaircut & Hot Towel
$85+1 hr
A precision haircut paired with a traditional hot-towel straight-razor shave and finishing details.
Book This Service — Haircut & Hot TowelHot Towel Shave
$45+30 min
Hot towels, lather, and a close straight razor shave for a smooth, refreshed finish.
Book This Service — Hot Towel ShaveKids Cut (16 and Under)
$4530 min
The same careful haircut and styling for kids 16 and under.
Book This Service — Kids Cut (16 and Under)
Planning a wedding? The Groom's Room reserves grooming time for the whole party.
More detail on the traditional hot towel shave, beard trimming and shaping, HYDROJELLY facial treatments, or the full service menu and pricing.
Where to Find Us
393 Route 17, Suite 012, Paramus
The Barber Suite is at 393 Route 17, Suite 012, Paramus, NJ 07652, with free parking on site and easy access from Route 17, Route 4, and the Garden State Parkway — minutes from Ridgewood, Glen Rock, Fair Lawn, Hackensack, and Garden State Plaza.
Enter the main building and follow the studio numbers to Suite 012. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early so parking and a proper consultation don't eat into your appointment time.
Hot Towel Shave FAQ
Good to Know Before You Book
- How much is a hot towel shave in Paramus?
- A hot towel straight razor shave starts at $45 and takes about 30 minutes. A haircut paired with the hot towel shave starts at $85 and runs about an hour. Current pricing and availability are always shown on Booksy.
- How long does a straight razor shave take?
- Plan on about 30 minutes for the shave alone. That covers the consultation, hot towels, lather, the razor work, a cool towel, and the aftershave finish — nothing is rushed.
- What's included in the shave?
- Steamed towels to soften the beard and open the pores, warm lather, a straight razor shave with the grain and a second pass where the skin allows, then a cool towel, aftershave balm, and a moisturizing finish.
- Do you take walk-ins for a shave?
- No. The Barber Suite is appointment only. Shaves are booked through Booksy, and arriving 5 to 10 minutes early keeps parking and check-in from cutting into your time in the chair.
- Is a straight razor shave good for sensitive skin?
- For most clients, yes — the hot towel and lather steps are what protect the skin. Mention any sensitivity, ingrown hairs, or razor bumps during the consultation and the passes and products are adjusted accordingly.
- Should I shave before my appointment?
- No. Come with a few days of growth so the razor has something to work with. If you're coming for a beard line-up instead of a full shave, leave it as-is and it will be shaped in the chair.
- Can I get a shave before a wedding or event?
- Yes. Many clients book a shave the day before a wedding, interview, or shoot. For wedding parties, the Groom's Room reserves grooming time for the groom, groomsmen, and fathers.