Introduction
Grooming is no longer optional for men—it’s part of your identity. The way you care for your hair, beard,
and skin sends a message long before you say a word. As a working barber and the creator of Custom
Supplies, I’ve seen firsthand how upgrading your grooming routine upgrades your confidence,
professionalism, and presence. This blog lays out a complete, barber-approved grooming system built
around professional products instead of cheap, drying drugstore options.
Why Most Men Struggle With Grooming
Most guys think grooming is just about getting a haircut every couple of weeks and maybe brushing
their hair or washing their beard when they remember. In reality, grooming is about hydration, product
quality, consistency, and technique. The biggest problem is that most men rely on low quality products
packed with harsh sulfates, alcohols, and heavy fillers. These ingredients strip natural oils, cause
flaking, and leave hair and beards dry, brittle, and hard to style. Custom Supplies was created to solve
that problem with barber grade formulas that actually work on real clients.
Step 1: Use the Right Shampoo
Healthy hair starts at the scalp. If your scalp is dry, tight, itchy, or flaky, or if your hair feels rough after
washing, your shampoo is the issue—not your genetics. Custom Supplies Shampoo is a sulfate free,
moisture focused formula designed to cleanse without stripping the scalp. It helps keep hair soft,
promotes better curl and wave formation, and reduces breakage. When you upgrade your shampoo,
you immediately feel the difference in how your hair behaves after every wash.
Step 2: Build a Real Beard Routine
Your beard is one of the first things people notice about your face. A dry, patchy, or messy beard
makes you look less polished than you really are. A healthy beard needs daily moisture, not occasional
oil. Custom Supplies Beard Oil is formulated to hydrate both the beard and the skin underneath, which
is where real beard growth happens. Used daily, it reduces itchiness, softens coarse hairs, improves
shine, and supports fuller growth over time. Combined with regular brushing and shaping, it turns a
rough beard into a statement feature.
Step 3: Style With Barber Grade Products
Cheap gels and petroleum heavy pomades suffocate hair, create buildup, and clog pores. Custom
Supplies Wave Pomade is made to give strong but flexible hold, enhance natural wave and curl
patterns, and provide a clean, non greasy shine. It’s ideal for wavers, but also works for fades, curls,
and short textured styles. When you style with a professional product instead of a random jar from the
drugstore, your hair holds better, looks better, and stays healthier.
Step 4: Use Professional Tools
The right tools make your routine easier and more effective. A Custom Supplies Spray Bottle lets you
mist your hair or beard with controlled hydration instead of soaking it. A Custom Supplies Barber Cape
keeps your clothes clean during at home trims or beard shaping and instantly makes your grooming
setup look more professional. These small upgrades create a cleaner, smoother experience every time
you groom.
Putting It All Together
A complete daily routine might look like this: in the morning, lightly mist your hair, apply a small amount
of pomade, and brush or style. Apply beard oil and brush your beard downward. At night, hydrate
again, brush hair and beard, and wear a durag or compression cap if you’re maintaining waves. A few
times per week, wash with Custom Supplies Shampoo and reset your hair. When you stay consistent
and use barber grade products, your overall look becomes noticeably sharper, and people around you
will see the difference.