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We at The English Shaving Company are big fans of traditional shaving. These traditional methods often produce the closest, smoothest and most comfortable shave. Traditional shaving doesn’t just impact the result of your shave, but also feels fantastic and luxurious. Plus, you also get to help the environment (and your wallet!) along the way.

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Perfecting your beard trim routine will make all the difference when creating an attractive and well-kept beard. Whether you’re growing out your facial hair or have already achieved your desired length, trimming is essential at every stage. The English Shaving Company have put together a step-by-step guide on how to trim your beard. Read more...

We’ve written a lot of beard-related advice recently, but don’t want to neglect the glorious moustache! When it comes to caring for your tash and ensuring it looks as good as possible, moustache wax is vital. It helps you sculpt, shape, and care for your facial hair. Read more...

Plastic has become commonplace in our lives: it’s in our phones, our food packaging, and is part of our hygiene routine. Switching to a double edge safety razor is a basic change that can make a real difference, whether you’re reducing plastic use or going entirely plastic free. Discover the environmental benefits and how to go about making the switch below. Read more...

  Your shaving routine takes a lot of time, but putting that razor away and choosing to grow a beard comes with a different set of requirements - especially if you want a beard to rival the best! The English Shaving Company have all the tips on how to grow a beard including tackling patchiness and itchiness, and encouraging the hair to grow in the right direction! Read more...

  Back in November, we pulled together a few of our favourite aftershaves to help you find the best one for you, but what qualities make a good aftershave? We are here to help you know what to look for when buying an aftershave to make it even easier to find a post-shave product that will improve your overall shaving experience. Read more...

  A lot of men can get complacent about the maintenance of their facial hair. Perhaps you trim it occasionally or shave your neckline to keep it neat, but there are a lot more ways you should be looking after your beard in order to get the best (and most attractive!) look. Beard oil is one of the most popular products for this as it helps to craft a well maintained and groomed appearance. Read more...

  A good shaving cream or soap is an essential part of a wet shave. It can be the difference between a rough and unsatisfactory shave, often resulting in itching and rashes, and a smooth and satisfying shaving experience. After our guide on how shaving cream can help, we’ve pulled together seven of our top shaving creams to help you find the perfect product for your shave. Read more...

  A shaving brush is essential for an effective shave, particularly if you’re looking to get a close and smooth look. We’ve selected some of the top brushes across three different categories to help you find the best shaving brush for your needs. Read more...

  As a bearded fellow, or any other human with an interest in facial hair, there’ll be many times in your life where beard quotes will be useful. To entertain guests, to defend your ‘tash, to bring humour to a hairy situation... Whatever it may be, The English Shaving Company have put together the best funny beard and moustache quotes. Read more...