Britain’s Best Shave finalists announced

The finalists for this year's Britain's Best Shave competition, which celebrates the UK's leading wet shave specialists, have been revealed.

Jim Dee (Cresswell Barber Co.), Claire Cant (Claark Barbers), Fakir Shamsaden (Bobby's Barbers), Anthony Komodikis (House of Thrix), Emanuele Chiruzzi (Aveda Men Cutters Yard), Marian Jarcu (Mojo's Barbershop) and two-time defending champion Yucel Olmezkaya (Mr Barbers), will go head-to-head in the final in London in March. The winner will lift the Britain's Best Shave Champion's Belt.

To make the final, the finalists impressed judges across a number of strict barbering disciplines including shave preparation, razor technique, client aftercare, and health and safety. 

The competition is run by British Barbers' Association (BBA) and supported by grooming brand The Bluebeards Revenge.

Commenting on this year's Britain's Best Shave competition, Bradley Wicks, Marketing Manager for The Bluebeards Revenge, says: 

“Britain's Best Shave is about more than just shaving. It encapsulates the growth of barbering in Britain over the last few years and highlights the high levels of skill that can be seen throughout the trade.

“Every year the level of competition improves and it's because of competitions likes this and the dedicated work of associations such as the BBA. The Bluebeards Revenge is very proud to support such an iconic competition that celebrates one of the most established and respected trades on the planet.”

Gary Machin, the competition's Head Judge, adds: 

“I'd like to say well done to all the competitors who have taken part this year. And to those that have made it to the finals in London, I wish you good luck! Remember, preparation is the key to success – from travelling to the event to the model you choose, everything can make or break your ambition to become Britain's Best Wet Shaving Barber.”

Britain's Best Shave final will be held on Sunday 29th March at HJ Live London.