Best Barbers in Scarborough, ME

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Top Barber Shops in Scarborough

Discover Scarborough's premier barbers specializing in precision taper fades and modern men's grooming techniques.

Neighborhood Barbers

Oak Hill & Payne Road
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Village & Central
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Village
ZIP: 04074
Pine Point
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Beach
ZIP: 04074
Oak Hill
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Marsh
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Downs & Route 1
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Beach & Ferry Beach
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough East
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough North
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough West
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough South
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Harbor
ZIP: 04074
Pine Point & Higgins Beach
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Downs
ZIP: 04074
Western Scarborough
ZIP: 04074
Scarborough Center
ZIP: 04074
Prouts Neck
ZIP: 04074
Black Point
ZIP: 04074
Eastern Scarborough
ZIP: 04074

Why Choose Scarborough Barbers?

The barbers in Scarborough combine technical mastery with deep understanding of local style trends, creating looks that work for both professional settings and social scenes.

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Finding Your Barber

What to Look For

  • Temple fade specialists: Check Instagram for crisp temple line examples
  • Taper fade experts: Look for smooth 3-4 guard transitions in portfolios
  • Certifications: Andis or Wahl certified barbers typically have advanced fading skills
  • Tools: Quality barbers use cordless clippers with sharp blades

Questions to Ask

  • "How many temple/taper fades do you perform weekly?" (Ideal: 20+)
  • "Can I see before/after photos of grow-out patterns?"
  • "What's your recommended maintenance schedule?"
  • "Do you use foil shavers for sharpest lines?" (Best for temple fades)

Geographic Trends

  • Urban areas: More temple fade specialists (NYC, LA, Chicago)
  • Suburban areas: Better for traditional taper fades
  • Barber schools: Atlanta, Houston, and Phoenix have top fade programs
2025 Barbering Excellence Award

Honoring Marcus T. Johnson for Grooming Education Excellence

Our Lead Barber and Content Director, Marcus T. Johnson, has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Barbering Excellence Award for his impactful contributions to modern grooming education.

Through his dedication to elevating the taper fade craft—from step-by-step tutorials to tool breakdowns—Marcus has helped thousands master at-home barbering with confidence. His leadership at TaperFadeHub.com continues to shape the future of digital barbering.

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