From fine to coarse hair, we’re listed the best products and tools to help you achieve a close and irritation-free shave.
NORMAL HAIR TYPES
Those with normal hair types don’t have to be too picky when selecting their preferred shaving and grooming tools. With the widest selection of products available, those with normal hair types should match their tools to their wet shaving experience level.
- Fendrihan“Dixon” Chrome Plated Double Edge Safety Razor – A closed comb head gives a mild to aggressive shave and comes with a lifetime warranty.
- Rockwell 6C Adjustable White Chrome Safety Razor – Adjust your shave on a daily or weekly basis by moving though settings one to six.
- Safety Razor Blade Samplers – The best way to determine which blades are suited towards your hair and skin type is to purchase a blade sampler!
- Taylor of Old Bond Street Shaving Creams– Choose your favourite fragrance and enjoy a rich and luscious lather with some of our best-selling shaving creams from Taylor!
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THIN / FINE HAIR
For thin/fine hair, you’ll want to look for milder tools and products that are designed for sensitive skin. These tend to work best on thin and fine hair.
- Henson AL13 Safety Razor – Crafted from aircraft grade aluminum, the Mild or Medium versions of this lightweight razor are perfect for all hair types, especially fine and thin hair.
- Derby Extra Double Edge Safety Razor Blades – A mild blade, Derby blades won’t irritate skin. They’ll also serve as a good indicator if you need to increase the aggressiveness of the blade.
- Weishi Gunmetal Finish Classic Double-Edge Razor – Ideal for thin hair and beginners, this model is gentle on skin and is a great option for perfecting your shaving technique.
- Fendrihan Shaving Soap, Made in France – All-natural, this soap gives skin added nourishment and works well with fine hair and sensitive skin.
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THICK / COARSE HAIR
Shaving thick and coarse hair will require a bit more preparation to soften and prepare skin for a smooth shave. The razor and blades used can also be more on the aggressive side to easily cut through hair.
- Proraso Red Pre-Post Shave Cream for Coarse Beard with Sandalwood and Shea Butter – Prevent razor burn and soften skin with a nourishing shave cream like this pre-post shave by Proraso. Formulated especially for coarse hair, it ensures each shave is irritation-free.
- Feather Double Edge Safety Razor Blades – Known for their sharpness, Feather blades effortlessly cut through thick hair and reduce the number of passes needed for a close shave.
- Fendrihan Mk Full Stainless Steel Open Closed Comb Double Edge Safety Razor – Offering an aggressive shave, easily switch between an open and closed comb head design with this fully stainless model.
- British Barbers’ Association Shave Butter – An alternative to traditional creams, this butter is particularly suited for coarse hair and helps promote skin’s regeneration.
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