Brand Profile: Henson Shaving

Brand Profile: Henson Shaving

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If you haven’t heard of Henson Shaving yet, let us introduce you to the Canadian brand selling out throughout the country. Designed, machined, and packaged in Ontario, Henson Shaving is a revolution in traditional wet shaving. Shipped worldwide and plastic-free, Henson razors are made entirely out of Aluminum. The Henson Story Founded by a group of aerospace engineers, the team at Henson was inspired to create a functional and lasting razor using their knowledge of the aerospace industry and skills…

Know Your Hones: Natural or Artificial?

Know Your Hones: Natural or Artificial?

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Sharp blades require the right tools. Hones, commonly known as sharpening stones, are effective in keeping edges sharp but only if you’re using the proper hone with correct grit.  Types of Hones There are two basic types of hones; natural and artificial.  Natural HonesNatural hones are often referred to as coticules. The word coticule comes from the Latin word coticula, which means whetstone. These natural hones, or coticules, come in several different sizes. Their appearance will also differ and no…

Solingen Spotlight; Celebrating 650 years!

Solingen Spotlight; Celebrating 650 years!

Celebrating 650 Years of Craftsmanship  Known as the ‘City of Blades’, Solingen, Germany is home to the world’s best blade and knife manufactures. Quality blades, as well as other grooming tools, including manicure and pedicure instruments, shaving accessories, and leather cases are designed and crafted here under a myriad of brands all with Solingen in their titles, a tribute to the distinguished city.  A Rich History of Craftsmanship  This year marks 650 years of Solingen’s signature craftsmanship! With its rich…

Fall Fragrance Pairings

Fall Fragrance Pairings

Make welcoming the cooler temperatures a bit easier with an updated grooming and shaving collection. Switch your bright and citrus fragrances for milder and warmer scents.  Green + Apple Subtle green scents mixed with uplifting apple make these pairings a pleasant surprise.  Abbate Y La Mantia Cologne, Isacco + Taylor of Old Bond Street Shaving Cream Bowl, Royal Forest Captain’s Choice Shaving Cream, Land Ho! + Clubman Reserve Brandy Spice After Shave Earthy + Woody Replicate the earthy and woody…

Brand Profile: Bee By the Sea

Brand Profile: Bee By the Sea

Made for real life.  Natural, nourishing, and sustainable, Bee By the Sea offers simple and essential skincare and hair care products. The team at Bee By the Sea believe that caring for your skin is part of body care and your overall well-being and we couldn’t agree more.  ‘Bee-hind’ the Brand Inspired by the benefits of sea buckthorn berry, the brand wanted to develop all-natural specialized formulas. After much research and experimentation, the founder discovered that sea buckthorn and honey…

International Beer Day!

International Beer Day!

It’s time to raise a glass to celebrate International Beer Day! Widely consumed, and thought to be one of the oldest drinks, beer can be traced all the way back to 4300 B.C.! It wasn’t until around the 1400’s that Christian Monks incorporated hops into the brewing process, initiating the modern brewing practices used today.   Beer and Grooming Products These products help nourish skin and hair thanks to beer’s natural properties, including its superpower ingredient – hops! Naturally rich…

Omega Elite GT Series

Omega Elite GT Series

Omega combines performance, style, and nostalgia for its new exclusive Elite GT Series of Shaving Brushes!  An exciting and welcomed addition for wet-shavers and car enthusiasts, the all-new Elite GT series was inspired by some of the most iconic sport cars in racing. The Omega GT Series Omega’s Elite GT Series introduces its newest shaving fibers crafted with advanced innovative technology. As part of their Vintage 2024 Collection, these new models are defined by the Elite Synthetic Tuft and stunning…

Barber Approved Shaving Creams

Barber Approved Shaving Creams

Crafted by Barbers.  What makes a great shaving cream? Ask a barber. Discover some of the highest quality shaving creams formulated by experienced and knowledgeable, real life barbers.  Baxter of California Barber-tested and barber-approved, Baxter of California introduced its outstanding formula in 2014. The Super Close Shave Cream provides a generous cushion to give a close and smooth shave. Paraben-free and enriched with coconut extract peppermint oil, it helps prevent razor burn while nourishing skin.  Shop Baxter of California Blind…

Feel Sub-Lime!

Feel Sub-Lime!

Add some zest to your shaving and grooming routine! A lime scented or infused product will make you and your skin feel sublime! With its vivacious fragrance, lime extract is full of vitamins and nutrients that do wonders for your skin and hair. Its rich antioxidant and antibiotic properties soothe skin and help protect it from infection post-shave. Benefits of Lime Extract: Helps remove dead skin Natural cleansing agent Astringent properties to tighten pores Natural treatment for acne and dark…

Planet vs. Plastics; Earth Day 2024

Planet vs. Plastics; Earth Day 2024

Earth Day is Monday, April, 22nd! This year’s chosen Earth Day theme is Planet vs. Plastic to encourage individuals, governments, and organizations to reduce their and consumption of plastics for the amelioration of the planet. We’re thrilled to carry sustainable brands and plastic-free products that help us reduce, reuse, and recycle in our daily routines, including our shaving and grooming practices.  Sustainable Shopping Switching to a safety razor and choosing products with sustainable packaging are some small steps to consider…

Luscious Lavender

Luscious Lavender

Spring skincare is in full effect and it is the perfect time to add a dash of lavender into your daily skincare and grooming routines. A skincare superstar, lavender is naturally filled with anti-inflammatory and anti-septic properties. Shaving creams, hair care, and skincare products are often enriched with lavender oil to help keep skin and hair healthy and strong. Even better is its intoxicating sweet floral and uplifting green fragrance that provides instant comfort and relaxation. Benefits of Lavender Along…

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

This Valentine’s Day, they’ll fall in love with shaving with one of the many gifts featured in our Gift Guide. From shaving accessories to leather luxuries, find a notable gift they’ll be head over heels for. Moderno Apothecary Shaving Mug by Fendrihan An easy way to spice up your daily shave is with this sizzling red Moderno shaving mug! Farmacia Santissima Annunziata Fragranze delle Arti Maggiori Potpourri Enhance any living space with one of the seven sophisticated fragrances featured in…