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Hello Fuller Cut Family,

We made it through winter, the sun’s back, and so are we!
Now we're more visible than ever. But so is everything that grew all winter quietly.

And I’m gonna say it with love… some of y’all got nose hairs out here enjoying spring a little too much 👀

You get a fresh cut, everything’s clean, the line-up is right, and then one little hair decides to introduce itself and steal the whole moment.

That’s exactly why we added nose and ear waxing. It’s quick, it’s clean, and it keeps the small details from taking attention away from a good haircut.

Next time you’re in the chair, just say, “Alex, handle that.”

I got you.

Men's Mental Health

Spring is a chance to start fresh, but we can carry winter’s weight into it.

A lot of times, our mental health ends up at the bottom of the list. Work needs us, family needs us, life keeps moving, and somewhere in there… we get pushed to the side.

Here's something I've found that helps me feel more grounded and calm—

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, set a timer and step away for five minutes right now. No phone, no noise, no problem-solving. Just sit, breathe, and check in with yourself. Most of us stay busy so we don’t have to think, then wonder why everything feels heavy out of nowhere.

A brief pause like that can calm your system, clear your head, and help you mindfully respond rather than react.

So, as you care for your haircut, take these five minutes for your mind—make it a habit this spring.

If you're feeling overwhelmed and need someone to talk to about your mental health, here's a resource to start with.

What You Didn't Know About Alex -
Written by Alex's daughter, Mariah

Here's a little something about my dad...

If you’ve ever known Alex, you already know he has a great sense of humor and a big personality. But did you know he has an even bigger mouth?

No, literally, the inside of his mouth is absolutely humungous. His mouth is so big that he still has his wisdom teeth! The dentist told him he’s the oldest patient they’ve seen with a full set of 32. And there's still room for more! His teeth are legendary.

If you're reading this, you already know that my dad's big mouth is how he connects, shows up, and takes care of people in the best way.

This spirit has truly been the heart of Fuller Cut for a long, long time.

Thank you Fuller Cut Fam

Thank you for trusting us with more than just your haircut. The time you spend in the chair, the conversations, the support—it all means a lot to us. We’re thankful to have you as part of the Fuller Cut family.

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Doing the grandad (poppy) thing 💈

Help us build what’s NEXT for Fuller Cut.

We’re planning the next chapter: services, experience, products, hours… all of it. But we don’t want to guess. We want to hear it straight from YOU.

✅ Take our quick survey
🎁 Get 10% off as a thank you

Survey closes March 15
Coupon good through April 15

Drop a 🗣️ in the comments when you’ve done it (so we can say thank you properly).

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Help us choose what’s next
(2 minutes)

We’re planning what’s next for Fuller Cut in 2026, and we want your honest input, including the “please don’t ever do this” answers 😄.

Take the 2-minute survey by March 15, and you’ll get a 10% off coupon valid through April 15.

Short survey. Big impact.

Your scalp is stressed.
Let’s fix it.

It’s dry out here in these streets, and your scalp is absolutely feeling it.

If your head’s been itchy, tight, or acting brand new lately, don’t panic. It’s just the season. Let’s fix it without turning your shower into a 24-step science experiment.

First, stop washing your head like it’s a dirty dish. You don’t need shampoo every day. 2–3 times a week with warm water (not lava hot) and a gentle shampoo. Hot water and harsh shampoo will dry your scalp out fast.

Second, moisturize! After you shower, use a scalp lotion or serum a couple of days a week.

Third, every other week, do a reset wash with a clarifying shampoo to clear buildup. Rinse it well, then resume your gentle shampoo.

Just make these few small changes… and there’s a real good chance your scalp will stop acting dramatic.

Quick reminder,
Take care of you.

Take a few deep breaths.

Eat something that actually fuels you.
Move your body for a few minutes.
Find three things you’re grateful for, even small ones count.

Truly… thank you for supporting The Fuller Cut Barbershop. It means more than you know.

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💧 Keep That Crown Moisturized This Winter ❄️

Y’all know how it goes... the moment the heat kicks on, your skin’s dry, your lips are dry, and your hair’s like, “Hey man, I'm thirsty!”

Here’s the game plan to keep your hair moisturized:
Start by layering your moisture after wash day:

1. Start with a little water then a creamy water-soluble moisturizer.
2. Then, seal it all in with some oil. That’s your winter armor.
3. Deep condition once a week like your life depends on it (because your ends kinda do... if you have ends).
4. Last but NOT least, put something satin under that wool cap before you head out. Friction is not your friend.

Keep your scalp well-oiled, drink plenty of water, and ease up on the heat tools. Protective styles are your best friend when it’s cold out.
Your hair will thank you by staying soft, healthy, and shining.
Stay warm, stay smooth, and keep that crown hydrated.

New Long COVID Study Offers Hope — and a Way to Help from Home

Scientists at Scripps Research are launching the Long COVID Treatment Trial-Tirzepatide (LoCITT-T), the first large-scale study to test whether the medication tirzepatide (Zepbound) can reduce Long COVID symptoms by lowering inflammation and improving overall metabolic health.

This fully remote clinical trial allows up to 1,000 U.S. participants to take part entirely from home using the MyDataHelps™ app, a wearable activity tracker, and a smart scale to monitor health trends over time.

By joining, participants contribute to urgently needed research while receiving compensation and helping pave the way toward effective treatments for Long COVID.

If you or a loved one would be interested in participating, click below.
longcovid.scripps.edu/locitt-t (https://longcovid.scripps.edu/locitt-t/)

Huge thanks to everyone who keeps supporting Fuller Cut Barbershop!
We appreciate you and we’re grateful for every cut, every laugh, every visit.

Don’t Let Winter Dry You Out - November 2025 Newsletter

Don't Let This Be YOU

The only thing terrifying this season should be your electric bill, not your hair. If your fade’s starting to haunt you, or your beard looks like it’s seen some things… it’s time. Come see me before you end up starring in your own horror movie called “The Barber You Forgot to Book.”

No tricks, just fresh cuts, clean fades, and a little peace before life gets crazy again.

Book your spot now before your reflection jumpscares you in the mirror.

Stay sharp,
Alex Fuller
Fuller Cut Barbershop 💈

The only thing terrifying this season should be...

Keep Your Heart Warm While the Weather Cools

October rolls in, and suddenly the couch and the bed are calling your name like an old friend in need. I get it. But consider this your friendly nudge from your barber: move a little, live a lot. Even 10–15 minutes in that crispy fall air can flip your mood and do your heart a favor.

Why it matters:
A short walk can still do big work! Helping with blood pressure, cholesterol, and circulation; no marathon running required.
- Take one after a meal (even 2–10 minutes) and you’ll smooth out those blood sugar spikes, which is a win for your heart, too.
Stack that habit daily and you’re talking more good years; just 15 minutes is linked to longer life. That’s just one good phone call, one podcast clip, or one lap around the block.

How to start:
After dinner, take a 10–15 minute loop at a “can-talk, slightly breathy” pace.
Bonus points if it’s within 30 minutes of eating. If 15 feels like a lot, break it up into 3×5 minutes: morning, after lunch, after dinner. It still counts and is still a win.

One Moment You're Fine and Then...

One moment you’re fine, and the next you’ve got COVID, the flu, or what you think is a cold, and then… You never fully recover, and it becomes debilitating. This happened to my wife, and that’s why this matters.

If you or someone you love is living with Long COVID, ME/CFS, POTS, or other infection-associated chronic conditions, please consider joining this powerful community event:

Your voice helps drive real change in how these conditions are understood and treated.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or email [email protected]
with questions.

We'll be there supporting Armani Guerra and the MBA team, who organized this. We'd love to see you if you can make it in person; if not, join virtually and add your voice.

I better see you there!

Whether the Lions win or lose, at least your fade will be undefeated!

Current Lions Record
3-1

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✂️📚 BACK TO SCHOOL SEASON IS HERE! 📚✂️

Don’t let the kids walk into class lookin’ like summer break never ended. Get ‘em lined up, cleaned up, and picture-day ready. And... parents, you know you need a fresh cut too 😎

👉 Book your spot now:
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📍 Fuller Cut Barbershop
307 Ecorse Rd. Ypsilanti, MI 48198
📞 Call us: 734-484-2860

Let’s start the school year off sharp! ✨

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Hey Family,

It’s that time again! Backpacks, pencils, and kids trying to convince you that summer vacation should last forever. Don’t let the kids walk into the first day of school looking like they just rolled out of bed at Grandma’s house. Let’s get those cuts sharp, fresh, and ready for the new year.

Book your Back-to-School appointment here!

Shifting gears real quick...

At Fuller Cut, we’ve always been about more than the chair. This shop has been part of the neighborhood for 30 years, and the truth is: we wouldn’t be here without the other businesses and people who make this community what it is.

So here’s the question we’ve been asking ourselves: how can we better support other local businesses?

We’ve got a few ideas cooking, but before we roll anything out we’d love to hear from you. What local spots do you think need more love? Who should we be lifting up, partnering with, or finding ways to connect with?

Drop your suggestions at [email protected] with your thoughts!

This is just the start. We’ve got some exciting plans coming that’ll open up new ways for us to keep the community strong.

With Gratitude,
Alex Fuller
Fuller Cut Barbershop ✂️

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Listen, y’all… Please don’t be out here on the 4th trying to light fireworks, talkin’ about ‘Watch this!’ Next thing you know, you’re waving at folks with three fingers and a missing hand. Keep all your parts where God put ’em! Let the pros handle the big fireworks so you can clap at the end of the show with BOTH hands!

- Alex

What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?

When most people in the U.S. think of July, they picture fireworks, barbecues, and all things red, white, and blue. But for many Black Americans, this month also brings deeper reflections on freedom. One big reason for that is a powerful speech by Frederick Douglass.

In 1852, Douglass, who was a formerly enslaved man and one of the most important abolitionists in American history, was invited to speak at an Independence Day event hosted by the Ladies’ Anti-Slavery Society in Rochester, New York.

Instead of joining the celebration, he took the opportunity to call out the huge gap between the promise of freedom and the reality of slavery. His speech was called "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"

He gave it on July 5 at Corinthian Hall, speaking to an audience of mostly white abolitionists who needed to hear some hard truths. For enslaved Black people, Douglass said, the Fourth of July wasn’t a day of freedom at all. It was a painful reminder of the rights and humanity they were denied.

Douglass wasn’t trying to tear the country down. He was challenging it to actually live up to its own ideals.

Here’s a powerful line from his speech:

"What, to the American slave, is your 4th of July? I answer: a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty to which he is the constant victim."

His words still hit hard today and remind us that freedom isn’t real unless it includes everyone.

WE APPRECIATE YOU!

We know you have lots of choices when it comes to taking care of yourself, and we’re grateful you chose us. As a thank-you, we’d like to give you 10% off any service for July.

Use code JULY10 when you book.

This offer is valid through July 31st, can only be used once per customer, and is our little way of saying we appreciate you.

Come in, get fresh, and enjoy a little extra love on us because you deserve it!

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