We recorded a full, traditional cut-throat shave from start to finish. Our goal was to capture every relaxing sound in high-fidelity audio for a pure ASMR experience.
We positioned our microphones to capture every subtle, satisfying sound. This is a sensory deep-dive, turning the barber’s chair into your personal relaxation space. We filmed every delicious moment: the rhythmic mixing of the lather, the deep hiss of the hot steam, the crisp, precise glide of the razor, and the gentle pat of the aftershave.
“In a way the philosopher and the barber are of the same guild; the barber cuts hair and the philosopher splits hairs.”
José Ortega y Gasset, Man and People (Norton Library)
Scroll down to watch the complete session, then follow along moment-by-moment as we guide you through the full story of this classic ritual.
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This is a really very well done video!
There is little (in the realm of personal grooming) that compares to this experience. Where I currently live, there is a curious circumstance in which all the best straight razor barbers are Russianโฆ must be a family thing? Best EVER shave was at Trumperโs in London, definitely worth booking when one is there.