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If you’re purchasing a double edge safety razor for the first time, you’ll have to choose which razor blades you want to use with it. When you discover the vast array of razor blades on offer, you might find yourself asking - how different are different razor blades? They can vary in price from 15-60p a blade, so how do you know which to get? This guide will help you to understand the difference between safety razor blades so you can choose the best one for you.

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Keeping your razor blades sharp is essential for a smooth and safe shave. Sharp blades not only give you a closer shave but also help prevent irritation, razor bumps, and other skin issues. Unless you're using a straight razor that can be sharpened and reused, most other blades will eventually need to be replaced and properly discarded. Here's a Read more...

From aftershave lotion to aftershave balm, eau de toilette to eau de parfum, cologne to deodorant, we gents are bombarded with a lot of terms for men’s fragrances, and it can be difficult to know the difference between them all. Like many of us, you may have been using these names interchangeably, but these products are not one and the same. So, Read more...

You may have perfected your shaving technique over the years but without the right tools, your skin can still end up irritated and sore. Razor blades are a key component of every wet shave, so you have to be certain that they're fit for purpose before you start using them on your skin. Even if you prepare for your shave properly by using pre- Read more...

  Since our most recent delivery of a new range of shaving soaps, I have discovered no other brands we stock have combined scents like Ariana & Evans. When our first delivery arrived, we could not believe the lingering fragrance that followed the simple cardboard box around. Only after opening and realising it was the long-awaited Read more...

Welcome to The English Shaving Company Blog! Today, we're diving into the world of sandalwood, the timeless fragrance that has captivated gentlemen for generations. In this special feature, we introduce you to our best-selling sandalwood shaving creams and soaps, beloved by our loyal customers for their luxurious lather and classic scent. But that Read more...

You have done all the fun and hard work now, so time to polish up and treat your newly shaven skin! If you need a refresher yourself of the art of the shave, please do read Preparation and Shave before continuing with this piece! If you are sensitive, opt for the Edwin Jagger Aloe Vera Aftershave Lotion. It will soothe and hydrate your skin. Read more...

Picking up where we left off, you now have a face full of shaving cream, your stubble is super soft, and it’s time to get to the sharp end of business. If you have no idea what I am talking about, you need to go back and brush up on the Preparation for the art of the shave. At this point I would also like you to ask yourself, what kind of Read more...

Spring is springing and there is no better time to make yourself feel extra fresh than an extra close shave that will see you all the way through to 5 o’clock. To begin the shaving process and ensure your skin and beard hair is at optimum hydration, take a shower or gently clean your face with warm soapy water. This step not only means you will Read more...

If you took part in Movember this year and you’ve decided to keep rocking the facial hair through the final month of the year as well, you will need to make some amends to your usual shaving and grooming regime. If you leave your beard to grow out naturally without taking the time to care for it properly, it can become itchy, unsightly and Read more...