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If you’re just beginning to grow a beard or are styling a short beard, we’ve already covered the best tips on maintenance. But what about long beard care? A long beard is impressive but, unless it’s well cared for, it can quickly look more Hagrid than hipster. The English Shaving Company have our top tips on long beard care to ensure your long beard looks awesome. Read more...

You may have noticed, The English Shaving Company now sell toothpaste and toothbrushes! Find out about Marvis toothpastes, what makes them different, and why we think you should give them a go! Read more...

The average man spends approximately 3000 hours of his life shaving - the equivalent to four entire months. With all that time spent on it, it’s worth doing right. A wet shave can make your shave more comfortable and more effective. But what is wet shaving? Here, The English Shaving Company shaving experts break down the ins and outs of wet shaving including what exactly it is, the tools you need to do it, and how to wet shave. Read more...

Our first plastic free shaving guide explained how switching to a double edge safety razor reduces waste and improves your environmental footprint (while also improving your shave!). Switching to a DE razor is a fantastic way to start (and you can find out more about choosing the best safety razor here!), but there are other steps you can take to become more environmentally friendly with your shave. Read more...

Heading off to university? There are some essentials you shouldn't be without. From skincare to stationary, discover The English Shaving Company's university checklist to make sure you have everything you need! Read more...

Deciding to grow a beard or to shave isn’t just a personal decision. Without realising it, our style and tastes are shaped by the place we live and where we were born and raised. Every culture and locale around the world has a different relationship to facial hair which impacts the way we choose to wear our beards or shave. Learn about shaving around the world with The English Shaving Company.

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Beeswax is the key ingredient in a huge number of skincare and beard products including beard balm and moustache wax. It provides a base for other ingredients, and brings its own unique qualities. Discover why beeswax is used in so many products offered by The English Shaving Company and how it can benefit your skin care routine.

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Last month we put together some of our tips on taking care of your skin and beard when enjoying your holiday (find our holiday skincare tips here!). To make sure you have everything you need this summer, we’ve also put together a quick guide to travel grooming sets. There’s no excuse to neglect your beard or shave on your holidays this year! Read more...

Dry skin is a horrible condition that can affect any area of your body at any time of the year. In summer, exposure to sunshine and heat can dry out your skin, as can air conditioning, and the chlorine found in swimming pools. In winter, artificial heating, cold temperatures, and hot water can all damage your skin. The English Shaving Company have some top tips for preventing dry skin all year round. Read more...

Having a dry beard is a common problem that can affect you at any time. It causes itchiness and discomfort, ultimately leading many men to ditch the beard altogether. However, don’t give up on your beard because it’s dry and itchy; we at The English Shaving Company have some simple steps to revive your facial hair, making it soft and comfortable again.

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