Barbers, shaves and men’s grooming in Palm Springs. Poolside-ready for $25 and up.
Short answer: Lusso Parlor lists a $25 traditional shave and a $40 buzzed cut, and European Wax Center lists a full chest wax at $50. Palm Springs Life reports that Daddy’s Barbershop is gay-owned and caters to the LGBTQ and leather communities while welcoming everyone, and Gay Desert Guide tags Men’s Grooming Spot in nearby Cathedral City as LGBTQ+ owned and operated.
You’re in the desert, the sun is unforgiving and so is the pool deck. Here’s who can sharpen the edges before you go, what they charge, and what we couldn’t confirm.
$25
traditional shave at Lusso Parlor, a published Booksy price
$40
buzzed cut at Lusso Parlor; scissor cut with faded side is $48
$50
full chest wax at European Wax Center Smoke Tree Commons
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From each business’s own page or license record, checked November 2, 2026. Prices and hours change, so confirm before you go.
Grooming in Palm Springs compared
Place
Known for
Cut from
Walk-in
LGBTQ+ signal
Daddy’s BarbershopS Indian Canyon Dr
Cuts, fades, hot towel shave
—
—
Gay-owned (Palm Springs Life)
Luigi’s Old Style BarbershopLa Plaza
Traditional barbershop, 30-minute shave
—
—
—
Lusso ParlorE Andreas Rd
Traditional shave, line-up, cuts
$40 buzz
—
—
Gentlemens Barber ShopS Indian Canyon Dr
Fades, razor cuts
—
—
—
Sunny Dunes Barber ShopS Calle Palo Fierro
Beard trims, fades, classic cuts
—
—
—
European Wax CenterSmoke Tree Commons
Chest, back, stomach waxing
—
When time allows
—
Palm Springs Men’s Wellness RetreatN Palm Canyon Dr
Manscaping, facials, massage
—
—
—
Men’s Grooming SpotCathedral City
Barbering, waxing, skincare, nails
—
—
Tagged LGBTQ+ owned in Gay Desert Guide
“—” means the source we checked doesn’t list it, not that the place never offers it.
Where to go
Grooming in Palm Springs
No paid placements. Each place is here for a stated reason, with the source we checked on November 2, 2026.
Daddy’s Barbershop
Gay-owned
Downtown
Open Sundays
Downtown barbershop that opened on S Indian Canyon Dr in 2018 and welcomes all clients, per Palm Springs Life.
Why it’s here. Palm Springs Life says the owner describes the shop as gay-owned and -operated, catering to the LGBTQ and leather communities while welcoming all clients.
Price
Prices not published on the pages we could read. Ask when you call or text.
Hours
Mon–Sat · 9 AM–5 PM (MapQuest listing) Sun 11 AM–3:30 PM. Confirm with the shop.
How
Check the shop’s website for how to book. Phone number and walk-in policy weren’t visible on the pages we read.
Traditional barbershop on La Plaza in downtown Palm Springs; Palm Springs Life describes seven chairs and a 30-minute shave with hot lather and hot towels.
Why it’s here. Opens at 8 AM on weekdays and sits in the walkable downtown core. Confirm prices before going.
Price
Prices not published. Ask when you call.
Hours
Mon–Sat · 8 AM–5 PM (MapQuest listing) Closed Sunday. Confirm with the shop.
How
Call the shop. Phone number and walk-in policy weren’t visible on the pages we read.
Barber on E Andreas Rd with a traditional shave, line-up, scissor cut and combo menu on Booksy.
Why it’s here. One of the lowest published shave prices we found in town, with a hot-towel line-up for $20.
Price
Traditional shave $25 · line-up with hot towel $20 · buzzed cut $40. Beard trim + shave $30, scissor cut/faded side $48, shear cut $60, haircut + beard trim $65, Supreme (cut, deep wash, style, hot towel, facial shave, eyebrow shaping) from $68, nose peel add-on $8.
Hours
Same-day hours 7 AM–7 PM on the page The full weekly schedule wasn’t expanded. Mobile service is offered with a travel fee (amount not listed).
How
Book online through Booksy. Walk-in policy isn’t stated.
Barber shop in the Sunny Dunes neighborhood, listed by Visit Palm Springs for beard trims, fades and classic cuts.
Why it’s here. Named by Visit Palm Springs in its guide to the Sunny Dunes LGBTQ+ neighborhood, with a current MapQuest listing. The guide doesn’t say who owns it.
Price
Prices not published. Ask when you call.
Hours
Mon–Tue, Thu–Sat · 8:30 AM–6 PM (MapQuest listing) Closed Wednesday and Sunday. Confirm with the shop.
How
Use the shop’s website or the call button on its listing. Phone number and walk-in policy weren’t visible on the pages we read.
Waxing center that lists chest, back, stomach and other single-service prices.
Why it’s here. Every area has a public price, and the men’s page names ear, nose, brow, chest and back services.
Price
Full chest $50 · full back $90 · stomach $44. Underarms $34, full arms $59. Prices exclude sales tax and may vary by location. The men’s page lists areas (chest, back, ears, nose, brows) without prices.
Hours
Mon–Fri · 9 AM–7 PM Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM.
How
Book online or call (760) 833-1122. The page says walk-ins are welcome when time allows.
Where
2465 E Palm Canyon Dr., Suite 520, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Men’s spa upstairs on N Palm Canyon Dr; Travel Gay lists massage, facials, body scrubs, cupping and manscaping.
Why it’s here. Listed on Travel Gay with facials and manscaping, open until 10:30 PM. A local newsletter describes a calm spa-style setting. We found no CAMTC number, so ask your therapist for theirs.
Price
Prices not published on the pages we read. Ask when you call.
Hours
Mon–Sat · 9 AM–10:30 PM (Travel Gay listing) Sun 9:30 AM–10:30 PM. Confirm with the business.
How
Contact the business. Phone number wasn’t on the pages we read. A local newsletter links palmspringsmenspa.com for booking.
Paraphrased from public discussions, with links. Not endorsements.
Is there a gay-friendly barber in Palm Springs?Palm Springs Life reports that Daddy’s Barbershop is gay-owned and caters to the LGBTQ and leather communities while welcoming all clients. Men’s Grooming Spot in Cathedral City is tagged LGBTQ+ owned in the Gay Desert Guide. Palm Springs Life ↗
Where can I get manscaping or a body trim?Palm Springs Men’s Wellness Retreat and Men’s Grooming Spot both list manscaping without prices. European Wax Center lists chest and back waxing prices. Travel Gay ↗
Where can I get a straight-razor or hot towel shave?Lusso Parlor lists a traditional shave at $25 and a beard trim plus shave at $30. Palm Springs Life describes a 30-minute shave with hot lather and hot towels at Luigi’s. Lusso Parlor menu ↗
Before you book
Make the first visit easy
Check the license in 30 seconds
Search the shop or barber name at search.dca.ca.gov (Board of Barbering and Cosmetology). We haven’t checked licenses for this guide, so do it before you book.
Confirm before you go
Several listings here come from map pages, and hours change in the summer heat. A quick call or text beats a wasted trip.
Watch the city line
Men’s Grooming Spot is in Cathedral City, not Palm Springs proper. Check the address before you drive.
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FAQ
How much is a men’s haircut in Palm Springs?
Lusso Parlor lists a $40 buzzed cut, a $48 scissor cut with faded side and a $60 shear cut. We could not read published cut prices at the other shops.
Where can I get a hot towel shave in Palm Springs?
Lusso Parlor lists a traditional shave at $25 and a $20 line-up with hot towel. Palm Springs Life describes a 30-minute hot-towel shave at Luigi’s.
Is there men’s waxing in Palm Springs?
European Wax Center at Smoke Tree Commons lists a full chest at $50 and full back at $90 and says it welcomes walk-ins when time allows. Men’s Grooming Spot also lists waxing.
Are there LGBTQ+ listed grooming spots near Palm Springs?
Palm Springs Life reports Daddy’s Barbershop is gay-owned, and Gay Desert Guide tags Men’s Grooming Spot in Cathedral City as LGBTQ+ owned and operated.
Listings checked November 2, 2026. NOCTI is not affiliated with the businesses listed and receives nothing for listing them. Ratings and reviews belong to their platforms; follow the links to read them. This guide is general information, not medical advice.
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