Shaving Shack now stocking luxury shaving mirrors
The Shaving Shack is delighted to announce it is now stocking a superb range of shaving and magnifying mirrors.
Many of our excellent mirrors are adjustable, to allow you to position it where needed, and offer up to 10x magnification.
Swivel Pedestal Mirror 20cm x 10 Magnification Chrome
The flagship product in the new range is a large 20cm mirror with 10 magnification on one side and true image and x1 magnification on the other.
A well put together piece of kit, the stand has a offset swivel mechanism to allow the mirror to extend further from its stand position to allow closer positioning.
The mirror glass is optical precision quality glass for excellent clarity. With a chrome finish and elegant styling, the mirror is functional and decorative and will complement any bathroom. Priced at £42.99.
If you’re looking for something to take on holiday with you, then why not invest in this 11.5cm free standing travel mirror in a chrome finish.
This can be used either free standing or hanging. A versatile, two-sided mirror, it tilts to any convenient angle. It has five times magnification and true-size image reflection. Ideal where space is at a premium or for travelling and camping. Comes complete in a plastic slip case and has a price tag of only £5.49. A bargain.
New Men’s Toiletry & Wash Bags arrive at The Shaving Shack
The Shaving Shack is delighted to announce the safe arrival of the luxurious Danielle Creations collection of men’s travel bags.
The range is an assortment of fine Italian leathers in classic styles, and is perfect for the traveller who not only wants the best looking products, but also something that is environmentally friendly, spacious and hard-wearing.
Rimini Leather Holdall Wash Bag (Medium)
The flagship bag in the range is a genuine soft leather Rimini wash bag with one main compartment and a side compartment both with zip fastenings. It’s fully lined and has a nominal size of 22 x 13 x 9cm. It’s perfect for a stylish luxury getaway.
For men looking for something a little more rugged, then why not treat yourself to the Montana toiletry bag. Designed with men in mind, this brown distressed leather look bag comes with a large zipped main compartment which is framed so it stays open for ease of access.
It has useful internal side pockets, an external side pocket and a separate lower compartment for extra storage as well as a hanging loop. Made with PU and Polyester, the bag is lined with an environmentally friendly colour-matched lining.
To browse our complete range of quality men’s wash bags and leather wash bags, click here.
Ask Aaron Q/A: Are there any long-term negative effects of double edge shaving to the skin?
Aaron answers an excellent question about double edge shaving and the long term effects on the skin
Steve Donnellan, from the UK, asks:
“I recently undertook an experiment of using a multi-blade razor on one side of my face and a DE razor on the other half to compare results; 3 way shave on both sides. The results were obviously better using the DE Razor! However, I followed it up with the standard technique of using an Alum Block and noticed absolutely no sensation on the side I shaved with the multi-blade razor, but the usual stinging sensation on the side that I used the DE Razor. Therefore, is using a DE razor more harmful/aggressive and are there any longer term negative effects of DE shaving to the skin?”
Double edge shaving provides a much smoother shave
AARON SAYS
“Mr. Donnellan,
I’m glad you feel confident enough to do some experiments! What you have done is brilliant and has an excellent observation. Yes indeed, DE shaving will leave you with a closer shave than it’s modern counterpart.
The reason the alum block leaves a sting behind on the DE side of your face is the blade sits directly on your skin with DE razor while it is held off of the face with a modern cartridge razor. Therefore the tendency will be to lightly graze the surface of the skin with the blade and the alum block reveals these little injuries. Preventing this is a matter of technique. Watch the angle of the razor and blade, use as little pressure as possible and learn the feel of a good angle and what it feels like to have the blade at too acute an angle.
When you have followed these techniques the blade will skim over the surface, leaving you skin undamaged and incredibly smooth. When this happens you have arrived.
Best wishes and Smooth Shaving!
Aaron”
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Double edge (DE) safety razor aggressiveness explained
We often get questions from customers about the aggressiveness of double edge safety razors and which ones are best suited for their particular hair/beard type.
With that in mind, I thought I would put together a brief guide about what makes a razor mild, medium or aggressive and what type and skill level of wet shaver it’s been designed for.
According to the popular Badger and Blade shaving forum, the aggressiveness of a razor is based on 5 key factors. These are:
• Blade gap
• Blade angle in the razor
• Razor weight
• Distribution of the weight. (Heavy head/light handle vs. all heavy.)
• Blade angle applied by the user (this can influence the shave drastically if not done properly).
Blade gap and angle:
The larger the blade gap, the more of the blade is exposed to the skin, hence the greater risk of nicks and cuts for an inexperienced DE shaver. On the flip side, experienced DE shavers generally prefer a larger blade gap because it allows for greater control over the angle of the blade as it makes contact to the skin.
Razor weight and distribution of weight:
The heavier the razor, the more aggressive it is generally perceived to be. Weight balance (such as whether a razor is more head-heavy or handle-heavy) also plays a role, with razors balanced more toward the head often considered milder shavers than their handle-heavy counterparts.
According to many wet shaving experts like the guys on Badger and Blade or top shaving blogs such as Shaving101 and Sharpologist, the user shouldn’t just follow a quest to find the mildest or most aggressive razor, but instead they should find the right level of aggressiveness for their particular type of skin.
Mild Safety Razors
A mild safety razor has a cutting head that is designed to limit the amount of force that is transferred to the blade’s edge. Because these types of razors are less likely to cause irritation or nicks during a shave, they are perfect for men with very sensitive skin or men with lighter/weaker beard growth.
Good examples of mild safety razors include the Feather All Stainless and Goodfella. You could also try an adjustable safety razor, such as the Merkur Futur 761 or Merkur 570 Progress, on the lowest blade exposure settings.
Medium Safety Razors
Medium aggressive safety razors, as the name suggests, have an average blade gap and expose a reasonable amount of blade edge. Providing a good balance between mild and aggressive, these types of razors allow the blade to cut efficiently without causing excessive irritation or increased probability of cuts and nicks.
Good examples of medium safety razors include the legendary Merkur 34C, Edwin Jagger DE89L and the shiny Bluebeards Revenge ‘Scimitar’. But in truth, most of the safety razors manufactured today would be considered medium as they provide the best of both worlds and can be targeted at both the experienced and inexperienced DE shaver.
Aggressive Safety Razors
Aggressive safety razors have a larger gap and greater blade exposure, allowing more hair to enter between the razor’s edge and the safety bar. This means it will cut through the beard much quicker and with fewer strokes. Aggressive safety razors are harsher on the skin and are usually favoured by men with very thick beard growth who struggle to get a close shave without having to do multiple passes.
The Merkur 37C Slant Bar is a serious bit of kit designed for the more experienced DE shaver for an extremely close shave. Another aggressive razor is the Merkur 39C Slant Bar, which is the long handled version of the 37C. The slanted head exposes more of the blade at one end and is very similar to the cutting angle of a straight (cut-throat) razor. It is also highly regarded as one of the best DE razors for sensitive skin sufferers because of the way it shaves.
Open comb razors like the Merkur 25C and Muhle R41 tend to be more aggressive and can give an easier shave for those who suffer from tough beards. The teeth help to guide and position the beard hair so that the blade can cut them more effectively without clogging the razor.
You could also try an adjustable safety razor, such as the Merkur Futur or Merkur Progress, on the highest blade exposure settings.
For more detailed information on safety razor aggressiveness please visit the following websites:
Shaving101
Badger and Blade
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