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1. Bring competitors' coupons to most Great Clips locations.
2. Check out beauty schools or barber colleges, which often charge $12 or less for a haircut, $30 for color.
3. Watch for Fantastic Sams coupons in Valpak or Vlassis. Cost Cutters and Supercuts have specials listed in the store window.
4. Ask about discounts during low-volume times such as weekday mornings or midafternoon.
5. Pay $375 for an unlimited number of cuts a year at the MensDept. in Minneapolis (612-339-2222; www.mensdept.com), a decent value for guys who want a trim every few weeks.
6. Look for coupons at a salon's website or Facebook page.
7. Ask about a frequent-buyer card or multiple-service discounts.
8. Sign up on an e-mail list for coupons.
9. Do a partial foil instead of a full foil every other color.
10. Check discounters (Target, Costco, Walgreens) for lower prices on salon brands such as Matrix, Crew and Redken products.
JOHN EWOLDT
