Heading to the cottage? Catching a long flight? Taking a camping trip? Wherever you’re headed, you don’t have to sacrifice your shaving or grooming routine. There are so many great travel sets to help you maintain a quality grooming routine, no matter where you find yourself. Shaving Shaving kits are essential even if you’re not too far from home. They make for great spares in the event of a mishap with your standard shaving supplies. Choose a pre-arranged kit or make your…
Year: 2021
Croaps 101
You may or may not have heard the term croap used in referencing shaving soaps or creams. If it’s a new term, don’t fret; we’re breaking it down so you’re well versed on wet-saving terminology. What is CROAP? CREAM + SOAP = CROAP Seems pretty straightforward but the definition and distinction between creams, soaps, and croaps, might not be as simple as you think. Croaps share qualities of shaving creams and soaps. They are harder than creams and softer than soaps but can still…
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…
Clippers, Nippers, or Scissors – Which is Best?
Do you clip, nip, or cut your nails? If you’re confused about which tool is best for nail care, don’t worry, you’re not the only one. We’ve broken it down to basics to help you choose the best tools for your nail needs. NAIL CLIPPERS & NAIL NIPPERS One of the most frequent questions we’re asked is the difference between nail clippers and nail nippers. While the two terms are often used interchangeably, the design of the tool will help…
Protect Your Skin
May is Melanoma Awareness Month. We want to ensure you’re not overlooking an important part of your skin-care routine – SPF protection! Throughout the year, especially if spending large amounts of time outdoors, you should be protecting exposed skin with SPF. Face moisturizers, body lotions, sunscreen, and lip balm crafted with SPF protection will help protect against sunburns and skin damage, lowering your risk of developing melanoma. FACT: About 90% of nonmelanoma skin cancers and 85% of melanoma cases are…
Celebrate Mom!
Treat mom, or a mother figure in your life, to an unexpected gift this Mother’s Day. We’ve listed a few gift ideas that have been mom-approved over the past few years. For your convenience, gifts can also be sent directly to the recipient when ordering online. Find the perfect gift for mom below! ZADOR Soap Bar More than just a soap bar, the ZADOR collection is enhanced with thermal water from Hungary’s Lake Hévíz, helping to nourish and revive skin. Acca…
Shaving Tips for Coarse Hair
Shaving Tips for Coarse Hair Shaving coarse facial hair doesn’t have to be a painful experience. If you have coarse hair, your shaving routine should be pretty standard with only minor adjustments needed. You’ll want to ensure you’re preparing your skin and using the right kind of products. We’ve listed our top tips below. Prepare Skin Before you shave, you should be softening your skin and hair. Especially if you have coarse hair, you’ll want to leave on a pre-shave…
A Guide to Zero Waste Shaving and Grooming
A minimal waste shave is easier than you think. By switching out a few basic shaving and grooming products, you’ll start to see a reduction in the waste produced. We’ve listed some easy ways to eliminate waste from your daily grooming routines below. Safety Razor or Straight Razor Changing the main tool in your shaving routine will drastically reduce waste. Whether shaving with a safety or straight razor, not only will you save money, you’ll also reduce your carbon footprint….
Brand Profile: ZADOR Fine Soap
Guided by tradition, purity, innovation and style, ZADOR expertly crafts Fine Soap Bars that are high performing, elegant, and gentle on skin. It’s not just their performance that makes them unique to any others on the market; it’s how they’re made and what they’re made with. ZADOR utilizes the natural healing properties of a local famous natural resource to make its collection a true original. Behind the Brand In 2014, two friends were united by their desire to preserve Hungarian…
Disposing Razor Blades
If you’re wondering how to dispose razor blades, you’re not alone. We’re often asked about blade recycling so we’ve gathered some tips and information to help you easily dispose your blades. Keep Blades Secure With their slim and compact size, it’s tempting just to throw a used blade in the trash. Once used, it’s best to collect blades and keep them in a secure location. We recommend a razor blade disposal unit or a secure tin or container. Depending on…
Benefits of Aloe Vera in Grooming Products
Aloe vera, the spectacular succulent, is filled with natural healing properties. Along with relieving sunburn, it can do so much for your skin! Used for centuries as a common remedy, aloe vera is a popular modern ingredient found in skin care for men and women. Containing vitamin A, C, and E, as well as many amino acids, aloe vera’s ability to act as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent calms, heals, soothes, hydrates, regenerates skin cells. This results in smooth, soft,…