{"id":20673,"date":"2024-04-30T17:12:47","date_gmt":"2024-04-30T21:12:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/en\/?p=20673"},"modified":"2024-05-07T11:56:25","modified_gmt":"2024-05-07T15:56:25","slug":"a-mens-grooming-visionary-shares-vancouvers-top-picks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/en\/2024\/04\/30\/a-mens-grooming-visionary-shares-vancouvers-top-picks\/","title":{"rendered":"A Men&#8217;s Grooming Visionary Shares Vancouver&#8217;s Top Picks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>In the heart of downtown Vancouver\u2019s upscale heritage district is a haven for today\u2019s discerning man seeking top-notch haircuts. But step inside <a href=\"https:\/\/regalgrooming.ca\/\">Regal Grooming Lounge<\/a> and it becomes clear \u2014 this is not a barbershop, not in the traditional sense anyway. Take note of the posh entryway, the floor-to-ceiling windows, walls panelled in dark wood\u2026 private stations with sumptuous leather chairs&#8230;TVs for customers who may wish to catch a game while being pampered\u2026 the wraparound bar. Every square inch of space here whispers, \u201cluxury,\u201d \u201cgenteel\u201d \u2014 and a full-on transformation of masculine grooming amenities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe try to create a Tesla of barbershops in a market of Corollas and Civics \u2014 something a little different, more refined,\u201d says Angelo Khoshaba, Regal\u2019s founder and co-owner. Inspired by a local barber\u2019s comment on the ongoing boom in the men\u2019s grooming sector, Khoshaba, a former restaurateur, saw the potential in elevating the in-salon experience and launched Regal in 2017. \u201cWe offer a complete experience [here]. Men can walk in and get everything done. There is nothing else in Vancouver that offers the level of service we do.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Forget the classic shave and haircut. Regal\u2019s comprehensive menu includes precision haircuts, customized to the client\u2019s specific hair type and face shape, even his lifestyle. Also on offer \u2014 a five-step scalp treatment, your choice of meticulous beard trim (with clippers) or hot-towel razor shave, the deep-cleanse gentleman\u2019s facial and the eyebrow grooming.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEyebrows are the most popular service,\u201d Khoshaba reports. \u201cMost men seem to need this and they feel more comfortable having it done here than at a brow bar or a hair salon.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Also popular are in-salon amenities, such as a complimentary shoe-buffing station, the option of a glass of Scotch or craft beer, and the cologne bar, where each dab of scent is bespoke to the client.<\/p>\n<p>Another draw is the exclusive membership package, created after the night Khoshaba took out a select group of loyal customers for dinner and asked them: \u201cWhat do you want from a premier men\u2019s saloon?\u201d He presented \u201ca blank canvas\u201d for all their suggestions, then \u201cpainted it [just] the way they wanted.\u201d Membership at Regal is available in four tiers \u2014 Essential, Bronze, Silver and Gold.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"image_block_single\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gentlemans-facial.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong>01. <\/strong><strong>THE GENTLEMAN\u2019S FACIAL<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cI volunteer anytime we are introducing new facials or training new employees\u2026. I\u2019m the model!\u201d says Khoshaba. His favourite \u2014 the Gentleman\u2019s Facial ($47) \u2014 delivers a warm steam, deep cleanse, exfoliating scrub, facial massage, mask and hot towel to end. \u201cIt\u2019s very relaxing and rejuvenating!\u201d Regal Grooming Lounge, 415 Hornby St.; <a href=\"http:\/\/regalgrooming.ca\">regalgrooming.ca<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"image_block_single\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/mink-a-chocolate.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong>02. <\/strong><strong>MINK A CHOCOLATE CAFE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>An easy walk from Regal Grooming Lounge is Khoshaba\u2019s go-to local coffee shop \u2014 Mink A Chocolate Cafe. \u201cI share a cappuccino [there] with my girlfriend.\u201d 863 West Hastings St.; <a href=\"http:\/\/minkchocolates.com\">minkchocolates.com<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"image_block_single\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/garibaldi-lake.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong>03. GARIBALDI LAKE HIKING TRAIL<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cI hike a lot. Garibaldi is my favourite.\u201d This popular trail is a scenic destination in British Columbia because of its breathtaking views. Dense forests of Douglas fir surround the 18.2-kilometre, intermediate-level trek that scales 979 metres before reaching Instagram-calibre vistas of brilliant turquoise waters and snow-tipped mountains. <a href=\"http:\/\/bcparks.ca\/garibaldi-park\">bcparks.ca\/garibaldi-park<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"image_block_single\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/seasons-in-the-park.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong>04. SEAONS IN THE PARK<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201c[For] my girlfriend\u2019s birthday we went [there] and had a beautiful dinner.\u201d This romantic restaurant, perched at the highest point in Vancouver, at Queen Elizabeth Park, is renowned for its regional West Coast cuisine, enchanting gardens and sweeping panoramic city views. West 33rd Ave.; <a href=\"http:\/\/vancouverdine.com\/seasons\">vancouverdine.com\/seasons<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"image_block_single\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/cactus-club.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong>05. CACTUS CLUB COAL HARBOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is a beautiful restaurant that is very consistent with great food and impeccable service. I always tell my staff that [it and Regal] share very similar business models. It\u2019s. Modern, but it is not a place where you will feel intimidated. [And] they are always trying new things.\u201d 1085 Canal Place; <a href=\"http:\/\/cactusclubcafe.com\/locations\/coal-harbour\">cactusclubcafe.com\/locations\/coal-harbour<\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><em>By Christopher Turner \u2014 *<a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/en\/2024\/04\/12\/insight-the-art-of-living-magazine-the-metamorphosis-issue\/\">Insight: The Art Of Living Magazine \u2013 The Metamorphosis Issue<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the heart of downtown Vancouver\u2019s upscale heritage district is a haven for today\u2019s discerning man seeking top-notch haircuts. 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