KnuckleUp Barbershop

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Meet the Owner,

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, with roots in Michoacán, Mexico.

I’ve been a barber for 6 years. At 26 years old I took the biggest risk of my life and opened Knuckle Up Barbershop.

What made me fall in love with this industry wasn’t just cutting hair. It was realizing that no matter how much I learned, there was always another level to reach.

The day I think I’ve mastered my craft is the day I stop growing.

I’m obsessed with evolving, not only as a barber, but as a person. Every haircut, every conversation, every challenge, every lesson, and every mistake is an opportunity to learn.

No matter how much experience you gain, there has to be a part of you that stays teachable. The moment you stop being willing to learn is the moment you limit your own growth.

Today, my purpose is bigger than building my own career. It’s creating an environment where barbers can evolve relentlessly. Not only behind the chair, but in every area of life. A place where learning never stops, where standards stay high and becoming better than yesterday is simply part of the culture.

El sol sale para todos.

All glory to god.

Meet Vanessa,

Coming up on 3 years in the barber industry.
Every day she continues to improve her craft, learn new techniques, and build lasting relationships with her clients. Her willingness to learn, open minded attitude and commitment to improve as a barber are exactly what we look for in our team.

In less than a year with our team, her journey at Knuckle Up is a reflection of what can happen when hard work meets the right environment.

Book with Vanessa and experience her dedication firsthand.

Meet Mario

Originally from San Pedro Sula, Mario brings 12 years of experience behind the chair along with an outgoing personality that keeps conversations going and makes every appointment enjoyable.

In his free time, he enjoys relaxing and taking a breather while running a few games of Free Fire.

Known for being sharp with the clippers, Mario enjoys getting creative with freestyle designs and bringing unique ideas to life through his work. He makes sure every client feels relaxed in his chair while delivering detailed, quality cuts that leave them looking fresh and confident.

Bringing an experience and quality of work that clients look forward to every visit.

Meet the face behind the glow ✨

Licensed esthetician and experienced lash tech, Erika is passionate about helping clients feel confident, refreshed, and taken care of.

With 4 years of experience in lash services and a growing focus on skincare, she specializes in facials, back facials, brows, and lashes tailored to each client’s needs.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time in the gym and staying active, bringing that same discipline and consistency Into her craft and client experience.

Beauty starts with confidence, and confidence starts with self-care.