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Global estimates show that about 75% of men shave daily, with about 85% preferring a wet shave over a dry shave.1 As more men turn to wet shaving, they are also abandoning the usual disposable […]
The resurgence of interest in traditional men’s shaving has led to a market for tools once almost obsolete. One vital instrument to a wet shave is a safety razor. But what IS a safety razor, […]
There are really very few suppliers of wet shaving equipment in South Africa. They are so few that I could list nearly all of them on my website page about wet shaving. Some of those […]
The cut-throat razor is an appealing throwback to traditional shaving. It’s heroically old school, both an objet d’art and a challenge. “It’s the apex of wet shaving,” says Robert Burton, ecommerce manager at The Executive […]
So, you’ve decided to switch to a safety razor. Good for you! Safety razors are a great way to get a close, economical, and comfortable shave without all the irritation and razor burn. They work […]
This is an article by the Wet Shaving Club. I love that they list their own options as well as those of their competitors. But it is a key question for new traditional wet shavers […]
Unlike most cartridge razors which have fixed blades (which often swivel), safety razors come in at least 2 styles (2 or 3-piece screw on, and butterfly head). The heads also vary in aggressiveness, from mild […]
There was a time when things were simple, days before multiple blades and aerosols. Unfortunately, one can say that the big corporations couldn’t help but get carried away with over-the-top marketing; now, even shaving is […]
Alum blocks are crystal like stones or bricks that act as a soothing antiseptic after wet shaving. It’s a naturally occurring mineral, potassium aluminium which has been used for cosmetic purposes for centuries. When used […]
If you’ve been using an aerosol shaving cream and disposal razor, you’ve certainly left room for improvement. When using the wrong tools, shaving can feel like a painful chore—literally, if nicks, cuts, and razor burn […]