Straight Razor Shaving
Traditional straight razor shaving with careful preparation, precise technique, and attention to detail.

One-on-one • By appointment
Premium Men’s Haircut with Max Meshkov — $50, approximately 50 minutes. Personalized fades and scissor cuts in a private one-on-one Manhattan studio at 47 W 28th St. Experienced with Asian hair and professional straight razor shaving.
47 W 28th St, 2nd Floor · New York, NY 10001Expertise
Clear recommendations, precise technique, and personal attention from the same barber at every appointment.
Traditional straight razor shaving with careful preparation, precise technique, and attention to detail.
Haircuts tailored to the natural texture, density, and growth patterns of Asian hair.
Personal attention in a calm private barber studio in Manhattan, available by appointment.
Meet Max Meshkov
Maksym “Max” Meshkov is a New York licensed cosmetologist and trained barber behind Meshkov Barber, a private men’s grooming studio in Manhattan. Working as a barber since 2020, Max focuses on consistent men’s haircuts, fades, Asian hair, beard grooming, and traditional straight razor shaving.

Licenses & professional training
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New York Department of State
Effective July 2, 2024 · Expires July 2, 2028

Barber & Beauty Institute of New York
Issued June 6, 2025

TM Academy
Issued April 23, 2022

Olaplex Certification Program
Issued March 16, 2023

WALLIDG & MM INC · New York Department of State
Effective September 30, 2026 · Expires September 30, 2030
Original documents are available for review during an in-person visit to Meshkov Barber.
Inside the studio
Designed for a focused, private visit in the heart of Manhattan.
Services & pricing
Every appointment is with Max in the private studio. Select a service to continue to Square Online Booking.
Fade—including skin or zero fade—or a scissor haircut for medium-length hair. Consultation, wash, hot towel, and finish included.
Simple maintenance cut with one guard length on the sides, scissors or guard on top, edging, and hot towel.
Beard shaping and line-up with steaming, razor detailing, and finishing balm.
Traditional straight-razor beard shave with hot towels and careful skin preparation.
Straight-razor head shave with appropriate skin preparation. Suitability depends on scalp and skin condition.
Natural-looking gray blending using ammonia-free color. Natural shades only.
Natural beard gray blending for a subtle, maintained appearance.
Bleaching and toning for short-to-medium men’s hair, ideally up to 2 inches. Consultation and suitability assessment required.
Modern texture and curl service. Final result depends on current hair type, length, and condition.
Dermalogica facial ritual with staged hot towels and professional skincare.
Complimentary add-on where appropriate.
The client experience
Google reviews
“Precise, clean haircut and real attention to detail.”
Hayatt Al · Google
“A modern, private setup with professional and friendly service.”
Nitin Krishna · Google
“A clean environment and excellent service.”
Yihang Zhu · Google
Summaries of verified published Google reviews.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Max works with Asian hair and adapts each haircut to the client’s texture, density, and natural growth pattern.
Yes. Professional straight razor shaving is available for beard and head shaving services.
Yes. Meshkov Barber operates as a private, one-on-one barber studio in Manhattan.
47 W 28th St, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10001, near Broadway, NoMad, Flatiron, and Herald Square.
Enter from 28th Street, go through the gate, and take the stairs. Use the intercom on the left marked “Meshkov Barber” and press “Press here.”
Book online through Square, or call or text (929) 702-3522. Additional phone: (833) 870-7583. Visits are by appointment.
Flatiron / NoMad
47 W 28th St
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10001
Call or text: (929) 702-3522 · Text Max
Additional phone: (833) 870-7583
By appointment only
Book your appointment with Max at Meshkov Barber.