Look familiar?? He should…this is David Scott–Portland’s Best Dressed Man of 2010! We didn’t know David before the contest, but we are happy to have met his acquiescence over the months and now have him by our side as our favorite mens hair expert. He’s got a ridiculous amount of experience in the field and we’ve looked to him today to get some answers about mens hair problems, affordable products and celebrity mishaps:

DAVID, TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR CAREER IN THE WORLD OF HAIR:
I’m a Haircutting Specialist, Co-owner of The National Beauty Salon, Associate Artistic Director of Haircutting for ISO Haircare, Oregon Native and fashion lover!

HOW DID YOU GET STARTED IN THE INDUSTRY AND HOW IS BEING A BUSINESS OWNER AND ENTREPRENEUR?
I started hairdressing when I was 16 which was 21 years ago. I am lucky enough to have found my career path early. I have spent my work life which is really my only life specializing in cutting and styling men and women. Being a hairdresser is one of the best jobs you could have. I’ve taken care of clients in salon, worked at Fashion Week in New York a time or two, traveled to Asia, Europe and everywhere in America educating some of the best Hairdressers in the biz. I recently opened The National Beauty Salon with my very good friend Heidi Cuthbert.

The National Beauty is a chic space that houses some of Portland’s most talented stylists. For Heidi and I it’s our pride and joy, something we have worked very hard for. Opening a new business is always challenging but we have so much support from a very loyal clientele. Thank god for them!

DO YOU HAVE ANY FUNNY STORIES FROM THE SALON?
Haircut 911 situations are always the funniest and usually children are the culprits. I can’t count how many times over the years I have seen little Jenny or Joe come in after a home haircutting incident. What can you do but laugh when you see the sweetest 5 year old staring at you with what can only be described as a “Cougar Attack Haircut” it never seems to bother them. So I fix it knowing their little brother or sister will be back in a few years with the same problem.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE TOP PROBLEMS MEN HAVE WITH THEIR HAIR AND CAN YOU PROVIDE SOME RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS?
The thing I get asked about most lately from men is how to re-groom their hair for special events. Guys have started to realize that it’s the final component in looking James Bond handsome. My advice, depending on your haircut, is usually to let it grow a little bit. That way you can smooth it back away from your face. It adds a feeling of loose sophistication. Apply a product like Easy Rider from Kevin Murphy once it’s dry and you’re Mr Right. Be sure to keep side burns and necklines clean.

ARE THERE ANY MEN’S HAIRSTYLES THAT WILL BE BIG IN 2011? AND WILL BIEBER FEVER EVER RETIRE???
Justin Bieber’s haircut much like denim mini-skirts and jeggings has an age limit, if you’re over 18 don’t do it.

CAN YOU SHARE WITH US WHAT SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS ARE? AND SOME BUDGET FRIENDLY PRODUCTS TOO?
Two of my favorite grooming products are from an Australian company called EVO. They can be found in salons. The shaving creme called Uberwurst rinses off your razor easily and helps with a smooth shave. Follow up with Winner Face Balm and I promise your skin will never feel softer. I was sitting at lunch one day with my fist supporting my cheek and I was shocked how great my skin felt!

Want a budget moisturizer for your body? Cetaphil was recommended by a Dermatologist a long time ago. I have quite a few friends who use it also. For around $12 for a large jar you can’t beat it’s performance and it lasts forever. Apply it when your skin is still damp and let it dry while you shave. It’s available at most drug stores.

GIVE US YOUR THOUGHTS ON FACIAL HAIR & GROOMING; BEARDS, STACHES, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN:
Facial hair is the crowning glory of Portlanders and has been for decades. Mountain man beards, porn star staches, and goatees all have a home here. Springtime will be best spent with a clean shave. With so much color coming into our wardrobes face fur looks out of place.

IF YOU COULD RESTYLE ANY CELEBRITY WHO WOULD IT BE?
I’m sad to say it but if I could makeover any celebrity it would have to be Brad Pitt. The poor guy looks like he’s been run through the ringer. International travel, 29 children and Angelina drained him of his handsome looks. The day might go like this… Breakfast, workout, facial and shave,workout, hair color, lunch at the restaurant of his choice, tanning, a nap, workout, good night’s rest. Poor thing.

HOW CAN WE REACH YOU?

David Scott
The National Beauty
david@thenationalbeauty.com