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Niko’s Cut: Revolutionizing Hair Arts in Tuban

Niko’s Cut: Revolutionizing Hair Arts in Tuban

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Published byFirman Subekti onDecember 19, 2024

Photography: Niko Rizky Putra

Niko, the co-founder of A&CO Hair Studio in Tuban, has been passionate about the barbering industry since 2019. He was motivated by limited job opportunities in his hometown and a desire to provide a higher standard of hair care. Starting with self-taught skills, he later attended a hair-cutting school in Yogyakarta, and after gaining experience, he opened his own studio to introduce authenticity, creativity, and education to the local barbering scene.

Q: Can you tell us about your journey and how your passion for the barbering industry began?
My dream started in 2019 when job options in Tuban were limited. I wanted to go to college, but it wasn’t affordable, so I chose to pursue barbering and opened a studio to fill the gap in quality services
Q: How did you get started in the barbering world without formal knowledge?
I started by teaching myself, then attended a 1.5-month training in Yogyakarta. After working at a friend’s barbershop for a year, I opened my own studio
Q: What sets your barbershop apart from others in Tuban?
My focus is on authenticity and education. Many barbershops here don’t meet proper standards or embrace creativity, so I built a studio to offer more than just haircuts.
Q: How do you want your customers to feel when they visit your studio?
Comfortable and valued. Many open up and share their stories during their visit, so I create a welcoming space where they feel heard and relaxed.
Q: How do you educate your customer about hair care?
We explain techniques, style suitability, and care tips to help clients make informed choices and understand their hair better.
Q: What are your hopes for the community in Tuban?
I hope for more openness to new methods in barbering and collaborate on social programs like free haircuts for those in need to foster growth and awareness.
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Q: What services do you offer at Niko Hair Studio?
Few of our signature services are executive-style cuts, hair coloring, and global styles like Korean, Australian, and American cuts, all with guaranteed proper standards.

Niko’s vision for A&CO Hair Studio goes beyond just providing a haircut; it’s about transforming the barbering culture in Tuban and creating a space for self-expression, education, and community connection. With a focus on authenticity and high standards, Niko is committed to elevating the hair care experience and breaking through old perceptions of what a barbershop can be. We hope that, through his work, more people in Tuban will discover the art of haircuts and the power of self-care, while also embracing the diversity of global styles and techniques.