Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

We’re helping you get a head start on finding that perfect gift for dad. We’ve selected some of favourite items that dad is sure to love. FOR THE BATHROOM 5-Piece Wet Shaving Set with Stainless Steel Safety Razor Give your dad the gift of a perfect shave with this elegant 5-piece shaving set. Suitable for beginners and experienced wet-shavers. Duke Cannon Supply Co Soap Bars Known for their extra-large size, incredible scents, and superior performance, every man has their favourite…

Brand Spotlight: Thiers Issard

Brand Spotlight: Thiers Issard

An iconic brand in the world of wet shaving, Thiers Issard creates straight razors and shaving accessories like no other. Founded in 1884 by Pierre Thiers, Thiers Issard is one of France’s most popular straight razor manufacturers. Their high-quality items are exported to nearly 30 countries worldwide and are synonymous with luxury and quality. Here’s a brief look at some of their stunning pieces.         Browse our collection of Thiers Issard shaving and grooming accessories here.

How to Fight Acne

How to Fight Acne

Whether you’re fifty or fifteen, acne is a pesky skin issue that affects us all. Fortunately, skin care formulas have evolved over the years, making it easy to find one that is best for you and your skin. The main culprits of acne are oily skin and dead skin buildup. A proper skincare routine will help fight and prevent acne. Daily and nightly cleansing will drastically eliminate dirt and oil and a quality moisturizer will keep skin hydrated, preventing dryness….

A look inside the Koh-I-Noor factory

A look inside the Koh-I-Noor factory

Specializing in luxurious grooming and home décor products, Koh-I-Noor embodies Italian culture with its use of elegant materials, shapes, and colours. Handmade with precision and, Koh-I-Noor’s experienced designers combines style, functionality and innovation, allowing you to bring exceptionally made accessories into your home. Established in 1930, Koh-I-Noor has Slovakian roots. In 1950, the operations and factory were moved to Italy when the company was bought by Italian Carlo Scavini. Koh-I-Noor remains a family-owned business and all items are proudly made…

Mother’s Day Giveaway!

Mother’s Day Giveaway!

We want to celebrate mom by giving away TWO Mother’s Day prize packs.  Each prize will feature a few sample item such as manicure tools, perfume, soap, and body lotion. The contest begins today, May 3rd, 9:00 am EST and closes on May 7th, 12:00 pm EST. Both our Canadian and US residents are eligible to participate. To Enter: Visit our Facebook Page to enter! Tell us what you love about your mom. We look forward to receiving your entries. Good luck to all…

Japanese Towels 101

Japanese Towels 101

When shopping for a new towel, you’re most likely looking for something soft, absorbent, and long-lasting. With so many types of fabrics and styles to choose from, the process can be a bit overwhelming if you’re not well-versed in towel terminology. With the help of the Morihata Towel Buyer’s Guide we’re here to give you a quick lesson on Japanese towels so you can find the one that is right for you. Made in Imabari For over 200 years, Imabari,…

Stay Sharp with Shapton

Stay Sharp with Shapton

Shapton is the world leader in producing high-quality and durable sharpening stones. Known for their impressive sharpening capabilities and unique composition, Shapton has proudly served its customers for over 50 years. Offering both glass and whetstone sharpening products, we will be taking a closer look at their new Kuromaku Professional Stones.   Design Combining abrasives, like silicon carbide and alumina, with binders and other composite materials, gives Shapton stones their durability and longevity. Another defining feature of the Shapton stone is its exclusive design….

A look into Milan’s Barbershops

A look into Milan’s Barbershops

During our recent trip to Milan, we stopped by a few different barbershops to share an authentic view of Italian wet-shaving and grooming culture. From traditional to modern and everything in-between, Milan has some of the best barbershops we’ve ever seen. Antica Barbieria Colla di Franco Bompieri Milan’s original and the most recognized barbershop is that of Antica Barbieria Colla di Franco Bompieri. Founded in 1904, their knowledge and experience remains unmatched. In the center of Milan, you’ll find their unassuming…

La Bella Italia

La Bella Italia

Exploring cities around the world is something we love doing to bring you rare and exclusive products. Travelling allows us to do much more than curate beautiful items; it allows us to understand the history and culture of the items we offer. Our latest trip was to Milan, Italy where we were fully embraced Italian lifestyle. We were also in search of new products to add to our existing Italian collection which features brands such as Farmacia Santissima Annunziata, Omega,…

Win a Paragon from Fendrihan!

Win a Paragon from Fendrihan!

  Fendrihan and Paragon Shaving are teaming-up to giveaway two Paragon Shaving Brushes, Handcrafted in British Columbia, Paragon Shaving Brushes are known for their ergonomic mahogany wood handles and high-performing bristles. You could win a Finest Badger Brush with Paragon Handle or a Plisson Type Synthetic Type with RAV Handle! To enter visit our Facebook Page, or click here: “Win A Paragon“. You can also enter by sharing the contest on Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #WinAParagonFromFendrihan.  The contest begins March 27th…

Be Bold & Be Bald…with Benefits

Be Bold & Be Bald…with Benefits

Hair loss is inevitable for some of us. For those who embrace the smooth scalp look there are many reasons to embrace being follicle-free: Focus on a metabolizing mustache According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, even though there’s nothing up top it still indicates high levels of testosterone, which in turn boosts metabolism. Studies appear to have shown that men who present a high level of testosterone have a lower concentration of fat in their faces, which can…

History of Sandalwood

History of Sandalwood

Warm earth tones with spicy notes and a rich woodsy scent combine to create an exotic yet familiar fragrance known as sandalwood. As one of the most, if not the most, popular fragrance for men’s shaving and grooming products, the sandalwood scent can be found in almost every collection of men’s grooming products. So exactly what about it makes it so popular? We took a look into its history to find out why it has such an esteemed reputation. Where…