Chances are good that you’ve seen a barber using his strop, either in the movies or while you’ve sat in the chair; he deftly sharpens and polishes his straight razor to perfection, ready for use. But these leather accessories aren’t just for barbers and movie stars. If you have a straight razor, you should also be using a strop at home to keep your blades in tiptop shaving shape. With repeated use the blade of any razor gets dull; after honing…
Win an Henri et Victoria Shaving Brush and Kent Mug
We’re well into the Christmas season, now, and that means stress. Too much eggnog is leaving us feeling bloated and heavy. That’s why this we’re we’re lightening the load for one lucky winner. To welcome the arrival of our wonderful new Henri et Victoria shaving line, we’re giving away a brand new Henri et Victoria shaving brush, and a Kent shaving mug. Contest begins Wednesday, December 14 and ends December 23, 2016. Enter below for your chance to win. All…
CANADIANS: Win an Henri et Victoria Shaving Brush and Kent Mug
We’re well into the Christmas season, now, and that means stress. Too much eggnog is leaving us feeling bloated and heavy. That’s why this we’re we’re lightening the load for one lucky winner. To welcome the arrival of our wonderful new Henri et Victoria shaving line, we’re giving away a brand new Henri et Victoria shaving brush, and a Kent shaving mug. Contest begins Wednesday, December 14 and ends December 23, 2016. Enter below for your chance to win. All…
Fendrihan’s Comprehensive Christmas Gift Guide, 2016
It’s December. Start shopping. Leave the ugly sweaters and white sport sock gifting to your aunt and browse our Christmas compilation of smart suggestions for guys. Pre de Provence Tube Roller Key – $3.50 Coffee isn’t the only thing that’s good to the last drop, especially when you want to get every last drop or dab from your favourite? Gently squeeze the dickens out of any tube of shaving cream, ointment or toothpaste with this tube roller key. Made…
Mapping Facial Hair Growth for Shaving
When it comes to shaving, are you a With the Grain (WTG), an Against the Grain (ATG), or an Across the Grain (XTG) kind of guy? For a lot of guys starting out in the wet shaving world, this question is the last thing on their mind. It’s just another thing to think about, when making a lather and choosing a razor seems complicated enough. But once you get settled into a routine, it’s worth spending some time examining…
Win a Hippie Killer Hair Styling Combo
It’s Friday once again, and we want to celebrate. The holiday season is just around the corner, and that means parties. Whether you’re hanging out drinking eggnog with your friends, or chilling by the fire with your grandma, it’s a time to look your best. To help you get started, we’re giving away a Hippie Killer Hair Styling Comb. That’s a jar of Crown Shaving’s Matte Clay, and a Hippie Killer Comb to go with it. Go ahead, get messy…
Health Myths #412 The Best Shaving Brush is a Silvertip Brush
When it comes to shaving brushes, the silvertip badger rules. Soft, luxurious, and natural, it’s an ancient tradition. It’s the best choice of brush for any shaver, right? Well, not exactly. Myth: Silvertip Badger is Always the Best Choice of Brush – FALSE This one’s a tricky myth to tackle, because at first blush it, it’s actually true. Silvertip badger hair shaving brushes are made with the highest grade of badger hair, and they often have the highest level of craftsmanship and…
Comb-o Arigato: Choosing the Right Comb for Your Hair
Maybe you prefer to use a ‘comb-over’ a brush (get it?) – for everything from the top of your head to the tips of your beard and moustache. Combs are made from various materials these days so which one is best? It depends on preference and budget – and if you want to keep your hair looking healthy. Let’s go over the different materials with a fine tooth comb… Acetate Combs These kinds are seamless and tend to…
Travelling and Wet Shaving: How to Get a Great Shave on the Go
Your trip is booked and you’re excited for that long-awaited adventure with your friends and/or signification other, but you’re worried about one thing – your grooming routine! Which razor will you bring? What about your soaps and brushes? Will you be forced to forego shaving and grow a beard? Whether you’re taking a weekend road trip or traveling to Europe for the summer, we’d like to offer some wet shaving travel tips to make sure your experience is a smooth…
Movember 2016: Ready, Set, Shave…
Ready, Set, Shave… Then grow your fiercest ‘stache possible. Ah, Movember: a time to let your man hair down, or more specifically grow out – all for a good cause and to make the Ron Burgundys and Burt Renolds of the world proud. The moustache is to men’s health what the pink ribbon is to breast cancer research. Since 2003, millions of people have participated in the movement, raising more than $676 million and funding over 1,000 projects through impact…
Health Myths #168 Shaving Makes Hair Grow Back Darker and Thicker
Whether you’re a man or a woman, it’s likely that you heard this myth repeated to you a lot during those awkward teen years. If you were a man, it might have been encouragement, a secret hint on how to strengthen your moustache and impress your friends. If you were a woman, you might have been offered this sage wisdom in warning – don’t shave, it’ll grow back thicker! Myth: Shaving Makes Hair Grow Back Darker and Thicker – FALSE…
Military Style Hair Brushes for Men
To a lot of guys, when they think of hair brushes the first thing that comes to mind is something with bristles, a handle, and a lot of their wife’s hair. But for men’s shorter hair, sometimes a more traditional design can have better results, and that’s where the military hair brush comes in. So what is a military hair brush? And can you only get one if you enlist? Luckily, a rank in the army isn’t required for…