Ask US wet shaving guru Mantic a question

May 26, 2010 · Posted in Shaving Shack News · Comment 

We’ve managed to get a Question and Answer session with double edge shaving guru Mantic, a veteran of the BadgerAndBlade and ShaveMyFace forums.

Do you have a question for Mantic?

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.

Simple shaving tips for the perfect wet shave (Part 1)

April 27, 2010 · Posted in Shaving Tips · Comment 

Firstly, you may be wondering: why wet shaving in the first place? As you are probably aware, there are many high-tech electric razors on the market these days, so this would seem like a fairly understandable question to pose. The answer is simple though. If you are looking for a more effective shave that also offers you better looking skin, then wet shaving is the ONLY option available for real men.

Merkur 38C Barberpole

This means that you now need to pick a side between a manual wet shave, or opt for an electric razor. Electric razors may save you time, especially in this fast-paced world we live in, but for quality of shave (and with less irritation) there is no comparison. This is because the hot water will open up the pores of your skin allowing your facial muscles to relax. It also softens your whiskers for a more effective all-round shave.

If you have decided on wet shaving, then welcome to the club. You now need to choose a top quality razor with the sharpest blades. While using a razor, make sure you keep an eye on how the blade is performing as it will need to be replaced from time to time. This will ensure you always benefit from an even shave and less chance of irritation to your face and neck.

No matter what razor you use, and how long you have been shaving for, there are always ways to improve your shaving technique.

In the next article, to be published on Friday 30 April, we will be taking a look at some of these and offer advice on how to get the best out of your shave. So please check back.