A beard can retain cheek width and then narrow below the jaw towards the chin. The change in direction creates a different silhouette from a beard whose sides stay almost parallel. Before shaving the surrounding areas, identify how quickly that narrowing should occur.
What to discuss with your barber
Ask your barber to show the point where the outline begins moving inward. A front view reveals width, while the profile shows how much depth remains. For a hot towel shave in Sydney CBD, both views help establish the intended geometry. You can then request a refined boundary without accidentally asking for a pointed chin or a much narrower cheek section than you wanted to keep.
Plan your Sydney CBD appointment
Standalone facial shaving is AUD60. The Signature Grooming Course is AUD150, with a first-visit option at AUD120, and includes consultation, haircut, shampoo, hot towel, Japanese facial shaving, shoulder and neck massage, and styling. Please confirm the scope and current availability when booking.
Written by Ryunosuke Kano, HIROGINZA Sydney.
Visit HIROGINZA PREMIUM BARBER SYDNEY DYMOCKS at Suite 5, Level 1, Dymocks Building, 428 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000. View current appointment availability and confirm your service.
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