Nothing beats the felling of fresh, close, and smooth shave. If you’re partial to dry shaving, we’re giving you a few reasons to change up your routine and embrace the practice of traditional wet shaving. Closer Shave Wet shaving allows for a smoother shave as the razor blade cuts closer to the hair root. This ensures a closer shave that lasts longer. Less Waste It may seem like an electric shave is the better deal but wet shaving, especially with…
Year: 2021
Top-Ranked Shaving Brushes
On the hunt for a new shaving brush? We’ve got you covered with our rankings of the best-selling shaving brushes! Take a look and find your new favourite. Soft Bristles Silvertip, best badger, and synthetic bristle brushes are the best options if you’re looking for something soft that’s gentle on skin. Fendrihan Classic Silvertip Shaving Brush Edwin Jagger Best Badger Shaving Brush and Stand in Ebony, Medium Fendrihan Black and White Synthetic Shaving Brush, Resin Handle Fendrihan Black Synthetic Shaving…
Dry Brushing Basics
Learn the benefits of dry brushing, along with proper dry brushing techniques.
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…
Back to School Must-Haves
Start the year off right and head back to school in style with simple everyday upgrades to keep you looking, and feeling fresh. Write On Don’t be caught off guard by a technical difficulty. Keep a steady supply of pens, pencils, and paper on hand so you never miss a beat. Shop Pens & Pencils Of Note Pair your new writing instrument with a notebook or notepad. Available with leather, paper or canvas covers, notebooks and notepads feature lined, blank…
That’s Coconuts! The Hair and Skin Benefits of Coconut Oil
One of the most popular ingredients added to hair care, skin care, and shaving products is coconut oil. Why coconut oil? It’s packed with nourishing and hydrating properties that hair and skin crave. Calms & Soothes Irritated skin? No problem. Naturally rich in antioxidants, coconut oil contains medium-chain fatty acids, including linoleic acid and lauric acid, tohelp calm irritated skin. Its healing affect makes it ideal for all skin types and can be tolerated by sensitive skin. Hydrates & Lubricates With…
How To Measure Your Shaving Brush
The search for a shaving brush stand or case can be frustrating if you’re using improper measurements. Find just the right fit for your shaving brush stand or travel case with our measuring tips! Measure the Correct Area To get the most accurate brush size, you’ll want to ensure you’re measuring the brush at the knot; the area where the brush bristles meet the handle. Going too high or too low will skew the measurements and make a huge difference,…
Brand Profile: Feather Japan
The technical superiority of Feather Japan’s straight razor collection is sure to convert any disposable razor user to straight-razor shaving. Since 1932, the talented artisans at Feather have been crafting innovative and quality tools to deliver a close and smooth shave. Located in Osaka, Japan, Feather Safety Razor Co. Ltd. leads all competing manufacturers of high-end shaving, medical, and industrial blades. Feather’s primary manufacturing plant is found in the “City of Cutlery,” Seko City, home to incredibly skilled craftsmen who designed and…
Make a Match – Shaving Brush Compatibility and Fendrihan Stands!
We want to make it easier for you to preserve and maintain your favourite shaving brush, or collection of shaving brushes. We’ve put together a list of our Fendrihan stands and compatible shaving brushes to help you make the best selection when choosing a brush or stand. We’ll be adding more stands and compatible brushes over the weeks so please be patient while we gather all our information. In the meantime, if you’re looking for stand and brush compatibility, or…
North American Grooming Products
To celebrate Canada Day and the 4th of July, we’re profiling local brands found across North America. Checkout these quality products that are unique in the grooming and shaving industry, enriched with locally sourced ingredients. O Canada! Junichi Tanaka Crafted by one artisan, Junichi Tanaka handcrafts exceptional clay pieces of functional shaving art, including scuttles and bowl. Read more the artist and creation process here. Baritgan & Stark Using local, organic, and plant-based ingredients, Calgary-based Bartigan & Stark incorporate high-quality ingredients into…
Summer Inspired Skincare & Shaving Products
Summer has officially begun! Most of us will be looking to update our grooming and shaving routines to include lighter, and fresher, formulas and scents. We’ve highlighted some key summer products that will give your grooming routine a summer makeover. You can even keep them in your roster throughout the year to liven up your skin on a cold winter’s day! Sea Salt Inhale the sweet and calming aroma of the ocean and stay seaside throughout the year with sea…
What is Shave Ready?
We receive many inquiries about the condition of straight razors; Can I use my straight razor right from the box? Do I need to sharpen my straight razor before use? Well, it depends on the condition of the straight razor. If the razor is defined as ‘shave-ready’ the razor can be used without additional sharpening and honing. Most straight razors however do not come shave ready. Some stropping, sharpening, and honing will be required prior to use. WHAT IS SHAVE READY? …