Diamonds are Forever

Diamonds are Forever

DOVO has once again raised the bar with its most recent creation – the Straight Edge Diamond.  Entirely unique, this one-of-a-kind piece is unlike any other razor created. Defined by its opulence, it boasts 225 sparkling diamonds, grade 5 titanium, and RWL-34 stainless powder steel. Only one unit has been  produced which took one and a half years to design before reaching the final product. The luxury models comes with a luxury cost, retailing for $42,655.00 euros (about $62,465 CAD)!…

Winter Shipping Restrictions

Winter Shipping Restrictions

Cold Weather Warning Coming into Effect  As temperatures begin to drop, slight changes to shipping will be coming into effect. Items such as aftershaves, shave balms, facial toners, pen cartridges and ink refills are affected by colder temperatures and will not be available to ship during the winter months. Shipping of these products will pause once temperatures drop below 0 across the country. We recommend purchasing such items as soon as possible to ensure you have them for winter or…

Fall for Seasonal Favourites

Fall for Seasonal Favourites

It’s time to break out your sweaters and crack open warmer fragrances as we transition to fall. We’ve selected a few shaving and grooming products that are fall must-haves! Comment below and share your to-go seasonal fragrance or product. Top Picks for Fall 🍂 Scottish Fine Soaps Luxurious Gift Set, Vetiver & Sandalwood – Discover the rich and earthy fragrances of Vetiver and Sandalwood, neatly wrapped in travel-friendly tubes. A great set to help you switch both your shaving and…

Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is a few weeks! You might be looking for inspiration to help you pick out a gift he’ll love. We’ve selected our favourite dad-approved products that should be at the top of your gift guide.  3-Piece Wet Shaving Set with Stainless Steel Safety Razor – Introduce dad to wet-shaving or give him an upgrade to his current routine with this set. Featuring a Fendrihan exclusive safety razor and synthetic shaving brush, it’s a set he’s sure to love. …

Fendrihan’s Best-Selling Safety Razors

Fendrihan’s Best-Selling Safety Razors

Handle length, handle style, and aggressiveness are a few of the things to look for when choosing a safety razor. So which features are the most popular? Take a look at our top five best-selling razors to find out! #1 – Fendrihan MK Full Stainless Steel Open Closed Comb Safety Razor Offering something for every type of shaver, this model features an open closed comb head allowing the user to switch from an aggressive to milder shave with just a…

Shaving Terms A-Z

Shaving Terms A-Z

If you’ve just entered the world of wet-shaving, don’t be overwhelmed by all the new terminology. Here’s a quick reference guide for the most popular shaving terms. A – Z Badger: The most popular type of shaving brush bristle, badger bristles range from frim to soft and help generate a rich and luscious lather.  Blooming:Refers to softening soap. When a soap is ‘bloomed,’ it is submerged in water before being used to lather. Boar:The coarsest types of bristle, boar is…

National Barber Day!

National Barber Day!

September 16th is National Barber Day – a day to recognize barbers and appreciate their work!  How much do you know about barbers? Checkout the interesting facts below!  Fun Facts Dating back to the Bronze Age, the art of barbering was performed only by the most skilled individuals.  ‘Barber’ is derived from the Roman (Latin) word ‘barba,’ meaning ‘beard.’ Barbering services can be traced back to 5000 B.C. using instruments made from oyster shells or sharpened flint. During the Roman Empire, barber poles represented “barber-surgeons” who performed…

Winter Pairings

Winter Pairings

We’re halfway through winter but we know there’s more cold weather ahead. To warm up our grooming routine, we’re pairing our favourite winter fragrances to help you spice up your seasonal shave.  Wood & Spice For exotic fragrances, try mixing products with woody and spicy notes that create warm, rich blends.  Fendrihan Sandalwood Shaving Cream + Taylor of Old Bond Street Mr. Taylors Aftershave Splash Proraso Shaving Cream, Wood & Spice + Floris London Aftershave, Elite Tobacco & Bourbon Warm yet sweet, a tobacco…

Razors: Safety, Electric or Cartridge?

Razors: Safety, Electric or Cartridge?

When looking for a close, smooth shave, what’s your go-to razor? Do you reach for an electric, cartridge, or safety razor?  While each type of razor has its own benefits, a safety razor is our top choice for achieving the closest, irritation-free, shave.  The Quick Fix – Electric Razors  Preferred for convenience and ease of use, electric razors can be used by just about anyone and require little to no pre-shave care. Suitable for dry skin, electric shaving gets the…

Tallow vs. Glycerin Shaving Soap

Tallow vs. Glycerin Shaving Soap

When it comes to shaving soap, it can be hard to choose between types, brands, and fragrances. We’re breaking down the basics of tallow and glycerin shaving soaps. Some users don’t notice too much of a difference while others find it difficult to find similarities between the two. While there are many sub-categories within the two (triple-milled, vegan, etc.), we’re looking only at the basics. Try one of each and let us know what you think!  Tallow-Based Tallow is one of…

Here’s How to Get A Perfect Lather

Here’s How to Get A Perfect Lather

This is it. You’re ready to wet shave and have everything planned out. You select your favourite brush and new soap and begin to patiently swirl your brush for that rich, creamy lather you’ve been dreaming of. Your excitement quickly grows into frustration, displeasure, and annoyance, as you can’t seem to get the right consistency. You decide to try again the next day only to have the same results. It does not have to be like that.   So then what’s the secret to…