Grooming

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...

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...

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...

Shaving with a safety razor is not only a great way to honour traditional shaving methods, but it also has a vast range of benefits for your skin, the quality of your shave and your bank balance. For good reason, double edge safety razors were used by men for decades before cartridge razors with disposable blades came into play. The single sharp 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...

We’ve heard a lot of beard-related questions here at the English Shaving Company, so we thought it was high time to give some answers! If you’ve ever wondered why men who aren’t ginger have ginger beards, or you’re interested in whether a beard gets in the way of kissing, you’ll discover the answers to all your beard-related questions here!

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Your style says a lot about your identity. Beards, moustaches or going clean shaven are all stylistic choices that can affect the way people view you. However, beard psychology reveals that facial hair can have an even greater impact than you might realise. It subconsciously affects the way people perceive you including your employability, trust, social skills and masculinity.

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Double Edge, or DE safety razors are a fantastic way to shave whether you’re a man or a woman. Learn how to shave your legs with a safety razor, including skin preparation tips and how to handle the razor.

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Dry and wet shaving has been a debate among men since the first electric shavers were invented in 1930 and people still can’t decide which is better! Both have big advantages and work differently according to your skin type and routine. We’ve created our guide to dry vs wet shaving to help you decide which might work better for you.

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