Hot Towel & Steam Shave
A proper barber shave is not a faster version of shaving at home. It is a sequence — heat, steam, lather, blade, cool — and each step exists to get the beard soft enough that the razor can work without irritating the skin underneath.
$40The sequence
- Preparation. Pre-shave products and a hot towel to soften the beard and open the follicles
- Steam. Direct steam to keep the hair hydrated so the blade cuts rather than pulls
- Lather. Warm lather worked into the beard, not simply laid on top
- The shave. Straight razor, passing with the grain and then refining, guided by your growth pattern
- The finish. Aftershave balm and lotion, then a cold towel to close the pores and calm the skin
- The close. A machine shoulder massage, and a drink of your choosing
Why a barber shave beats a home shave
Most razor burn, ingrown hairs and irritation come from shaving a beard that was never properly softened, or from dragging a multi-blade cartridge over the same patch of skin three times. Heat and steam do the work first. A single sharp blade, angled correctly, then removes the hair in fewer passes. That is the whole difference — and it is why men with sensitive skin or with a tendency toward pseudofolliculitis barbae often tolerate a straight-razor shave better than they expect.
Good occasions for it
- The morning of a wedding, a deposition, a keynote or a portrait session
- Before travel, when you want to buy yourself an extra clean day
- Paired with the Prestigious Haircut for a full reset
- As a gift — it is a genuinely good one for a father, a groom or a groomsman
Related services
If you want to keep the beard but sharpen it, book a beard trim at $25. If you want a clean neckline and sideburns without a full shave, the Neck Line & Sideburn Renewal is $15. If your skin needs more than a shave, look at facials for men.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a hot towel shave in Coral Gables?
The Signature Hot Towel & Steam Shave is $40 at Prestigious Image, 155 Majorca Avenue Suite 205, Coral Gables. It includes preparation products, hot towels, steam, the straight-razor shave, aftershave balm and lotion, a cold towel finish and a shoulder massage.
How long does a straight razor shave take?
About 30 to 45 minutes. The preparation is a meaningful part of the service and is not rushed.
Is a straight razor shave safe for sensitive skin?
For most men, yes — and often better tolerated than a cartridge razor, because the beard is fully softened first and the hair is removed in fewer passes. Tell David about any skin conditions, active breakouts or medications such as isotretinoin at the start of the appointment so he can adjust or recommend a different service.
How long does the shave last?
Most clients get a genuinely clean result for one to two days, and a presentable one for two to three, depending on how fast their beard grows.
Can I book a shave and a haircut together?
Yes. Book both services in the online scheduler so enough time is reserved, or call (305) 640-8775 and David will set it up.
Book at the Coral Gables Studio
Prestigious Image is a private one-chair studio at 155 Majorca Avenue, Suite 205. Appointments are strongly preferred.
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