
Pedro Montauriol
Pedro Montauriol was a French barber credited with introducing modern hairstyling techniques to Mexico in the mid-19th century. He is noted for being the first to establish a salon that bore the name 'peluquería,' where he offered services such as hair curling and the sale of perfumes. Montauriol's establishment became a popular destination for the upper classes, marking a shift in hairstyling culture in Mexico from traditional barbering to more refined salon practices.
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Pedro Montauriol was the first to name his establishment a barbershop.
Buen viaje a la peluquería de mis recuerdos, escribe Héctor de MauleónEl Universal·
Mexico· 2026-07-23



