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A perm and mullet cut by Megan Helms at Mane Escape Studio

Mane Escape Studio · Benwood, WV

Haircuts and Styling in Benwood, WV

A good haircut should make the hair easier to live with, not harder. At Mane Escape Studio every artist sets her own book and her own approach to cutting and finishing. You choose the person whose finished work looks like the result you want, then book directly with her.

What the cutting and styling services cover

Women cuts range from precise shape maintenance to more textured, lived-in finishes. Men cuts and barbering are available, including the clean lines and fades that a certified barber provides. Kids cuts are offered with the patience and straightforward approach that younger clients need. Blowouts and finished styling are available on their own or as the final step after a cut.

The tools and products used day to day include professional lines such as Matrix, Kenra, Redken and Biolage, along with Framar foils when color is involved in the same appointment.

A copper bob cut and colored at Mane Escape Studio
A copper bob cut and colored at Mane Escape Studio

Who these services suit

Anyone who needs a regular maintenance cut, a shape update, or a polished finish for an occasion can book here. Men and kids cuts are a clear fit for Megan and for Katie, who is a certified barber. Clients who prefer a soft, lived-in cut often gravitate toward the artists known for that aesthetic in their color work as well.

A lived-in cut and finish at Mane Escape Studio
A lived-in cut and finish at Mane Escape Studio

What the appointment is like

You will talk through how you usually wear the hair, what is working and what is not. The artist will cut according to the plan you agree on and finish with a style that shows the shape. Because each artist runs her own schedule, appointment lengths and availability vary by person, and she will tell you what to allow when you book.

Maintaining the cut between visits

As a rough guide, most cuts hold their shape for eight to twelve weeks, with shorter men styles needing attention sooner. Using the right products at home and avoiding over-washing or excessive heat will help the shape last.

The retail shelf carries Amika, Paul Mitchell, K18, Pureology and Biolage so you can leave with what you need, and your artist can recommend the products that support the cut she just gave you.

Who does this work

Katie Glines is a certified barber and handles men work along with her color services. Megan Helms offers men and kids cuts as core parts of her menu, along with cuts and styling. Emily, Maddie and Ayla also cut and style as part of their regular work. Each artist keeps her own book, so you book the specific person whose results you prefer.

Frequently asked questions.

Katie is a certified barber and Megan regularly does men cuts. Either is a solid choice. Look at the kind of finished work each has done and book the one that matches what you want.

Yes. Megan lists kids cuts among her services. Other artists may also take younger clients depending on their schedule. Ask the artist directly when you book.

Yes. Finished styling and blowouts can be booked on their own. Confirm with the artist when you schedule.

Look at the finished shapes and textures each artist produces. If you like a particular look, book that person. Consistency comes from staying with the same artist once you find the right match.

Ready for a cut or a finished style? Book the artist whose work matches what you want.

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