What’s the difference between pre-shave oil and beard oil? Can they be used interchangeably? Do I need to use an oil? We receive many questions about pre-shave oils and beard oils. While they are similar in formulation, they serve different purposes. They’ll often contain similar ingredients but the concentration of oils used may differ. View the chart below to help you distinguish between pre-shave and beard oil. Are They Interchangeable? This is a tricky one and really comes down to…
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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…
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…
Best Travel Products
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…
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…
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…
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….
The Best FENDRIHAN Shaving Brushes
Choosing a shaving brush is no easy feat. Bristle type, handle style, and knot size are all factors to consider when choosing a shaving brush. To help make your decision a little easier, we’ve listed the 10 best-selling Fendrihan shaving brushes. 10. Fendrihan Black and White Synthetic Shaving Brush, Two-Tone Acrylic Handle The first of many synthetic models on our best-selling list, this unique piece requires very little break-in time and has soft, bristles with frosted tips. Its two-tone handle is…