Pick up two safety razors and you’ll quickly notice that some feel almost weightless, while others have a substantial heft. Does that difference affect your shave? Yes but not in the way you think. A heavier razor doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll get a better shave as there are other variables to consider. Lightweight Lightweight razors can feel nimble and easy to maneuver around your chin and under your nose. The Henson AL13 Safety Razor, for example, is made from aircraft-grade…
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Blade Samplers: Why Every Beginner Should Try One
Switching to a double-edge safety razor is fairly simple, but choosing the right blade can take some experimentation. Although most double-edge blades look similar, differences in sharpness, smoothness and coatings can noticeably affect your shave. That’s why a razor blade sampler is a useful starting point for anyone new to traditional wet shaving. What Is a Blade Sampler? A blade sampler features double-edge razor blades from several manufacturers. Instead of buying a large pack of one blade, you can test…
How To Prevent Nicks While Shaving
A clean, close shave without the unbecoming cuts, razor burns, infections and bloody toilet paper are the gold standard in wet-shaving. Unfortunately, getting one of those unflattering marks happens more often than not, but there are some shaving tips you can follow to prevent nicks while shaving. Take Your Time A no-brainer, but the least followed advice is to take your time! Most shaving accidents come from bad practices which usually arise from carelessness. For a nick-free shave, pay attention…
Break In Your Shaving Brush
New year, new grooming routine, and maybe a new shaving brush? If you’re new to wet-shaving or not quite sure how to properly prepare and care for your shaving brush, we have some quick tips! Soak Your Brush – Pre-Shaving For both natural bristles brushes, you’ll need to soften the bristles to ensure you whip up a rich, luscious lather. Soak natural bristles in warm warm for a 2-3 minutes. Hot water will damage bristles so it’s essential that the…
Shaving Soap vs Shaving Cream
Shaving Soap or Shaving Cream? Which is right for you? Shaving soaps and shaving creams can be used interchangeably but there are subtle differences between the two. SHAVING SOAP Formula Shaving soaps, the more traditional option, have a hard consistency and measure about three inches in diameter. Formulated with either a glycerin or tallow base, shaving soaps provide a lubricating cushion for a close, smooth shave. Their nourishing formula will also help keep skin hydrated long after a shave and…
Product Spotlight: Elvado After Shave Lotion
Your post-shave routine is just as important as your shave. Often overlooked, the care you provide to your skin after shaving can harm or help you skin and shaving routine. Elvado’s After Shave is one of many post-shave products that helps renew and replenish skin post-shave. Premium Ingredients With is distinguishing ingredients of premium plant bio-actives, your skin stays nourished and hydrated throughout the day! Shea Butter & Mango Seed Butter: To hydrate and condition skin. Jojoba Oil & Aloe…
Sensitive Skin? Follow These Shaving Recommendations
Shaving with sensitive skin can be a challenge if you’re not using the right products and techniques. To get the best, and closest shave with sensitive skin, follow the techniques and product suggestions below. Pre-Shave & Shave Products Before picking up your razor, you should be prepping your skin! Softening hair and providing extra lubrication for skin reduces irritation and allows the blade to easily cut through hair. A great prep includes a shaving oil or gel and pre-shave cream…
Shaving Solutions; Recommendations for Normal to Coarse Hair Types
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…
Shaving Brush Maintenance
Preserve your shaving brush and extend its lifeline with a proper maintenance routine. Consistency is key when it comes to maintenance. Along with rinsing your shaving brush after each use and allowing it to air dry, your brush will need a deep clean every few weeks. Gentle Cleansing Natural and synthetic bristles can be treated in the same way you would wash human hair. Gentle hair shampoo and conditioner, or other gentle soap, are suitable for use on shaving brush…
Shaving Brush Maintenance
Preserve your shaving brush and extend its lifeline with a proper maintenance routine. Consistency is key when it comes to maintenance. Along with rinsing your shaving brush after each use and allowing it to air dry, your brush will need a deep clean every few weeks. Gentle Cleansing Natural and synthetic bristles can be treated in the same way you would wash human hair. Gentle hair shampoo and conditioner, or other gentle soap, are suitable for use on shaving brush…
Can I Melt My Shaving Puck?
This is one of the questions we receive often. The short and simple answer is: no. While some manufacturers approve of melting certain types of soap pucks, we advise our customers against melting or heating any type of soaps. Heating or melting a shaving soap can change the soap’s overall properties and composition. Such changes can affect: Overall performance Lubricating and moisturizing ability Lather ability, and Fragrance strength and quality In melting your soap, you risk letting it overheat or…