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…

Find Your Formula with Proraso!

Find Your Formula with Proraso!

For over 100 years, Proraso has been a leader in men’s shaving. Developing unique formulas and signature products from their Florentine lab, their range of products continue to provide professional quality to men around the world. Specialty Formulas Did you know Proraso formulas are colour-coded for different skin and hair types? Take a closer look at what each colour means and find the product that is right for you! Green = All Skin and Beard Types The Original formula, the…

Croaps 101

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…

Benefits of Aloe Vera in Grooming Products

Benefits of Aloe Vera in Grooming Products

Aloe vera, the spectacular succulent, is filled with natural healing properties. Along with relieving sunburn, it can do so much for your skin!  Used for centuries as a common remedy, aloe vera is a popular modern ingredient found in skin care for men and women. Containing vitamin A, C, and E, as well as many amino acids, aloe vera’s ability to act as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent calms, heals, soothes, hydrates, regenerates skin cells. This results in smooth, soft,…

Shaving Soap or Shaving Cream; Which Should You Choose?

Shaving Soap or Shaving Cream; Which Should You Choose?

When you start your daily shave, do you reach for a shaving soap or a shaving cream? You might not have a preference, or may wonder if it really matters or if there is even a difference between the two.  Shaving soaps and shaving creams can be used interchangeably. There are subtle differences between the two but for the most part, traditional shaving soaps and creams, formulated with quality ingredients, are comparable.  SHAVING SOAP Formula  Shaving soaps, the more traditional…

Brand Spotlight – Marram Co.

Brand Spotlight – Marram Co.

Innovative, bold, and modern, Marram Co. is reestablishing men’s love for a classic wet shave. Encouraging men to embrace the practice, their collection of shaving products is effective, efficient, and affordable. Leaving their corporate careers behind, Jude and James Jarvis made it their mission to bring wet shaving back to the forefront of men’s grooming routines. After realizing that men considered shaving to be more of a chore rather than an art-form, they were determined to change this perception. Inspired…

New from Fendrihan

New from Fendrihan

Fendrihan is proud to introduce the latest additions to our product catalogue; Fendrihan Shaving Cream and Fendrihan Pre-Shave Oil! After much collaboration, we’re excited to share the final products with our customers. Both the Shaving Cream and Pre-Shave Oil are made in England and are designed to be gentle on skin and high-performing. Both Shaving Cream and Pre-Shave Oil come in our new signature European scent which is best described as a sweet and fresh blend  of cedar, bergamot, lemon, and patchouli. Fendrihan…

Moustaches Make the Man – A History of British Facial Hair

Moustaches Make the Man – A History of British Facial Hair

In late 18th and early 19th century Britain, there were many a well-groomed dapper dandy roaming the streets of London – gents who placed a lot of importance on their physical appearance, spoke with distinction and partook in leisurely hobbies. Men’s facial hair has gone in and out of favour since the beginning of time, but in the 18th century being clean-shaven was the ideal. New developments in razor materials like steel meant sharper, more durable razors. Men began dabbling in…

Health Myths #182: More lather means a better shave

Health Myths #182: More lather means a better shave

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We love to surf the shaving forums. They’re a great place to connect with all the other shaving enthusiasts who share our passion. And one of the things we see over and over are photographs of brushes with a thick, rich lather. It’s great! But is it necessary? How thick should your shaving lather be?   Myth 1: More lather means a better shave – FALSE We won’t deny it – sometimes we get carried away. A lot of soaps…