Özkan Mehmet selected in the top 10 for London’s Hair Salon of the Year

Özkan Mehmet, has been cutting hair for nearly 50 years, the barber has been recognised for his work and shortlists for a prestigious award.

Turkish Cypriot Özkan Mehmet has been running the ‘Ossie Barber Shop’ in Camden Town with his son Erol for many years.

The successful barbershop made it to the list of the UK’s top 10 hairdressers in the British Lifestyle Awards.

Under the London catalogue, ‘Ossie Barber Shop’ is listed as a nominee for London Hair Salon of the Year, with voting open to the public.

Nominated by its customers, is known for hosting many famous names, such as Madness’s Suggs, writer Alan Bennet, journalist Sir Trevor Mcdonald and former Arsenal players were the first choice Ossie Barbers.

Speaking to Londra Gazete, Mehmet said:  ‘‘ We are proud to be deemed worthy of such a prestigious award. I have been in this profession for nearly 50 years and I have been working with my son for the last five years. My son has about 15 years of experience in this field. It is a tremendous feeling to be loved and nominated by our customers, customer satisfaction has always been our priority. “

‘To support and vote for Ossie Barber Shop, visit: www.britishlifestyleawards.com/londonvote