Highly professional and client friendly barbershop. Also, includes an art gallery theme with breath taking art pieces displayed throughout the shop.

Beards, Braids & Cuts

Ausharra Knox

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Ausharra Knox

Licensed Barber/Owner

I am a native of C-U and I have been a licensed barber for 22 years. I am a well rounded  barber that cuts all textures. I also specialize in beard sculpting and mens facial grooming. One of my most popular services is the “Beard Culture Experience,” which includes full haircut, relaxing hot towel facial steam, and facial message completed with a detailed beard sculpture! 

My wife and I opened Beard Culture Barbershop in 2021. Since we have been open we have had the privilege of winning the Chambana Buy Black Business of the Year award and The News Gazette People’s Choice Award for Best Barbershop and have been featured in many articles! We also had the privilege of being chosen to cut the original members of the iconic band, Earth Wind & Fire! Our barbershop also includes an art gallery with more than 40 pieces exhibited from local artists. We are a full service barbershop that offers a professional and family friendly environment.

Ausharra Knox II

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My name is Ausharra Knox II, also known as Ausho Picasso. I’m a licensed Master barber born and raised in Champaign, Illinois. I’ve been cutting hair for over 10 years and coming up on 5 years in a shop. I specialize in all textures of hair.

Niesha Young (Gifted Hands)

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Peace & Love 

My name is  Niesha Young Locally known as Gifted handz. I am a Hairstylist , Motivational Speaker, and a Self Love Life Coach. In the near future I will be adding Licensed Hair Instructor to my list of achievements. I pride myself on being Detail oriented, client centered & passionate about my craft. At the age of 11 I learned my hands were gifted and I poured my love and passion into walking in my purpose. I graduated from Midwest College of Cosmetology, and have been licensed since 2015. Braiding will always be my 1st love however  I find pleasure in my role as Loc consultant/Loctition. It’s important to have a say so in the journey of locing your hair. Creating a look and watching it mature over time is always rewarding. I’m a certified Hair loss practitioner issued by the American medical association. Over the years I’ve utilized all of my professional titles to the years to bond with all types of people from all walks of life.

Alan Guerrero

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Alan Guerrero began cutting at the age of 13 and soon became the go to barber for many friends and schoolmates in Champaign, IL. After realizing that he had a gift and was passionate about the craft he decided to attend Bloomington – Normal Barber College after graduating high school. 

He has completed his studies and enters the career of barbering as professional barber! Alan is ready to make his name ring as one of the up and coming barbers in our industry. 

Alan is a well rounded barber that specializes in cutting all textures of hair (tapers,

fades, scissor cuts etc.) He is a much welcomed addition to our Beard Culture family.

Alan will be taking walk-ins as well as appointments! If you are looking for a new barber I advise clients to contact him soon, because he will be booked solid in no time!!