The razor blade proves it still has the edge
A few recent articles to come out of North America seem to suggest that the future for razor blades may not be all that rosy. They seem to base their argument on the fact that facial hair is “in” at the moment, by referring to stars such as David Beckham as a prime example. Well, wet shavers needn’t worry.
Current trends always go through phases: that much is true. And even if some men choose to maintain scruff to keep up their appearance, studies still show that the majority of women prefer men who keep themselves clean shaven. Plus, the health benefits to men who shave far outweigh any negative points that may arise. Germs can easily multiply in unshaven facial hair, which is harder to keep clean and will generate odour.
Those who work in business will know the importance of making a good first impression when meeting customers and potential clients. A sleek, smooth look can only be achieved by sporting a freshly-shaven face. But this is not the only area of life where a clean shave projects the required image that demands respect.
The main thing about shaving though is down to how you approach the process and the quality of the products you buy. In fact, once men get into the habit of shaving and preparing for this daily activity, it can actually become more of a pleasure, something that is looked forward to rather than just another hassle of life. It can allow you to always feel at your best, every day.
You just need to ensure that you have all you need to make the experience an enjoyable one. There are so many aspects to achieving a close and comfortable shave and with products available that have been made especially for those with sensitive skin, every individual is catered for. If you are not satisfied with your current razor then why not try a new one?
Shaving has certainly moved with the times and if you take a quick look online you will be able to see the amount of web space devoted to the subject. You will also be able to find the best online retailers that have modern-looking, easy to use websites, with a strong presence on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook. You can now get affordable razors that will do the job and leave you feeling fresh and ready for the day ahead.
Clean shaving will always be the preferred option for the majority men, but it is the way you look at it that determines whether it is a daily chore or something you approach with a smile on your face.
Hand held dual leather strop is perfect gift number 10
Our tenth perfect gift for Father’s Day is this beautiful dual leather hand strop.
Made in Germany, this hand held dual leather strop can be used as a substitute to the leather and canvas strop.
With two leather sides, the green side can be used with a coarse strop paste for a sharpening effect and the reverse side can be used with the yellow paste (non abrasive) for your everyday strop.
An ideal travelling strop for your Dad this Father’s Day!
Check back on Tuesday for perfect gift number nine!!
Father’s Day Gift Ideas at the Shaving Shack
Father’s Day will be here before you know it and right now is the time to find him that great gift.
And if your Dad is in to the luxurious world of wet shaving then why not treat him to a beautiful shaving set, it certainly beats slippers, socks and black jumpers!!!
The Shaving Shack stocks a great range of affordable shaving sets, including this contemporary Mach 3 shaving set with silver and Chrome effect.
This 4-piece shaving set comprises of a Mach 3 razor, badger shaving brush, stand and shaving bowl with mirror in the lid.
Tom Trueman, customer services manager at the Shack, says: “This shaving set will provide the discerning wet shaver with a traditional smooth, close and luxurious shaving experience, but with a contemporary look.”
The Contemporary Mach 3 Shaving Set comes in at number 11 in our top 15 gift ideas for Father’s Day!
Please check back on Monday for perfect gift number 10.
Forget the socks & jumpers - Treat Dad to a luxury Mach 3 razor on June 20
17 days and counting… Father’s Day is less than 3 weeks away! And what better way to show Dad how much you really care by treating him to a luxurious razor on June 20.
And they don’t come more impressive than the Shaving Shack “Regent” Nickel Plated Mach 3 Razor.
Stylish, modern and elegant, this is perfect Mach 3 luxury, and number 13 in our top 15 gift ideas for Father’s Day!
Tom Trueman, customer services manager at the Shack, says: “This nickel plated Mach 3 razor is absolutely stunning and represents fantastic value for money at just £22.99.
“The handle is perfectly balanced and feels substantial and solid. It comes in a blue gift box (pictured), making it an ideal gift for Father’s Day.”
The razor is 120mm in length and comes with the Mach 3 razor blade.
So forget the socks, jumpers and silly T-shirts, get Dad something he really wants this year!!!
Please check back on Friday for perfect gift number 12, or better still, sign up to our email updates by clicking here.
Mitchell’s Wool Fat Luxury Shaving Soap Would Make A Perfect Father’s Day Gift
Make Father’s Day special this year with a beautiful and affordable gift from the Shaving Shack.
We are compiling a list of the top 15 Father’s Day gift ideas, and at number 14 is Mitchell’s Wool Fat Luxury Shaving Soap and Ceramic Bowl (120g).
A simple and natural product, Mitchell’s is renowned for it’s lather and it’s amazing skin softening qualities.
This cream is still made to Mr. Mitchell’s original formula, based on a recipe from the turn of the century and incorporating lanolin from the wool fat as the key ingredient.
“Mitchell’s is particularly soothing to sensitive skins and has often been recommended by members of the medical profession to help alleviate certain skin disorders,” said Tom Trueman, customer services manager at the Shack.
“This is probably going to be one of the best soaps you’ll ever use so stock up now and experience true shaving heaven!”
Please check back tomorrow for gift number 13, or better still, sign up to our email updates by clicking here.
Top 15 Gifts For Father’s Day
Father’s Day is just around the corner so you want to make sure you buy Dad just the right gift.
Finding that perfect present can be a tricky one, but this year why not save him from the annual boredom of socks, shirts, jumpers or slippers and get him something that he will really like with the Shaving Shack, who have some of the most luxurious and stylish collection of gifts.
Over the next 15 days we will be counting down to the BIG day with a guide to the top 15 gifts for Father’s Day.
And at number 15 is this luxury safety razor tin. The engraved tin box is ideal for housing a traditional double edge razor. It features a wooden inlay that fits short handled safety razors and also a special blade compartment.
It is known to fit most short handled Merkur and Muhle DE razors, including the Muhle R89, Merkur 34C Heavy Duty Classic, Merkur 42 1904 Replica and the Muhle R106.
Please check back tomorrow for gift number 14, or better still, sign up to our email updates by clicking here.
How to shave without getting razor bumps or ingrown hair
Razor bumps and ingrown hair is a problem faced by many men who wet shave. It can become irritating to keep on experiencing an adverse reaction from shaving, especially when you know that this method is ultimately giving you better results than any other method you have tried in the past.
The best way to overcome the inflammatory reaction to the condition, pseudofolliculitis barbae or “barber’s itch” as it is commonly known is to look at ways to prevent and minimise the effect of ingrown hairs in the first place. Once these unsightly bumps are present on the face, it is easy to aggravate the situation and make it worse.
One easy solution may be to just let the hair grow, but this is not always practical, especially those professionals who need to keep their beard well groomed for their job. However, you could try shaving every other day to see if this improves the situation. Here are a few tips to help you counter this common issue.
Make sure that the razor blade is in optimum condition and not well worn as this can affect the effects of wet shaving on the skin. Try shaving with the grain, in downward strokes.
One lesser acknowledged fact ignored by many men who use a straight razor, is that a shaving brush can become a pivotal tool in wet shaving. If you wish to reduce the number of ingrown hairs on the face as well as the chances of getting any nicks or cuts, you should consider preparing using a shaving brush. This will help to lift the hairs effectively from the face.
The products you use before and after shaving can impact on this situation. Using a facial scrub before shaving can also help to raise the hairs from under the skin. The shaving soap can have an effect on skin irritation, so make sure you choose one accordingly, and ensure it is suitable for your unique skin type.
Free shavette with orders over £50
We are giving away a free shavette worth £7.99 with every order over £50.
The shavette is a close relative to the straight razor with the difference being that the blades can be changed, just like a safety razor.
This means you don’t have to worry about stropping and sharpening yet enjoy the closeness of a straight razor shave! Five Derby blades are also included.
The length of the shavette is 24cm when fully open.
This offer will end on 30/06/2010. Simply add the free shavette at checkout.
Ask US wet shaving guru Mantic a question
We’ve managed to get a Question and Answer session with double edge shaving guru Mantic, a veteran of the BadgerAndBlade and ShaveMyFace forums.
Mantic has helped thousands of wet shavers with their technique with his YouTube videos and forum postings. We thought we would give our readers the chance to ask Mantic a question.
To spice things up we’re offering a prize of a puck of Mitchell’s Wool Fat (worth £4.99) for every question that gets published and the best question will receive an additional tub of Truefitt & Hill 1805 Shave Cream (worth £14.99).
Click HERE to ask Mantic a question.
Men’s shaving cream reviews - Cyril Salter Luxury Shaving Cream (Almond 165g)
One of luxury shaving creams has been given a rave review by a leading American shaving guru.
Derek Markham, from leading shaving website ShavingStuff.com, was full of praise for the Cyril Salter Luxury Shaving Cream (Almond 165g).
The wet shaving expert from across the pond started off his review by saying that while the cream had an almond scent, “it wasn’t overpowering”.
He continued: “The cream is definitely thick - so thick that I had to make an effort to keep it thin enough on my face for an enjoyable shave.
“Once I got the consistency sorted out, I found that the Cyril Salter shaving cream gave me a great shave with plenty of razor slip, and it rinsed clean with no greasy residue left on my face.”
Derek concluded by saying: “So if you’re looking for a new luxury shave cream, or perhaps a good gift for your son, father, or husband, consider the Cyril Salter line of products. It’s a quality product that helps give an excellent shave.”
The Cyril Salter Luxury Shaving Cream (Almond 165g) is available to buy from the Shaving Shack website at a cost of just £7.99.
We also stock a number of other great shaving creams from Cyril Salter, including Citrus, Fresh Mint, Lime and Wild Rose.
ShavingStuff.com is dedicated to razors, creams, gels, brushes, toners and moisturizers - anything shaving related for both men and women.
You can read the full review by clicking here.
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