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The English Shaving Company are experts in all things beard and shaving, including electric beard trimmers. To help you out, we’ve put together this definitive guide on how to use beard trimmers. Whether you’re just starting out or are on old hand looking for some bonus tips (see the bottom of the page!), this guide can help you get the best out of your beard trimmers. 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...

We’ve all peered into the mirror to decide if we look as sleepy as we feel - and the results aren’t always encouraging! The snooze button or a large mug of coffee are tempting solutions, but there are some simple skin care tips you can build into your routine to help you look awake in the morning -- and feel more awake too! Read more...

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...

  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...

  Shaving rash can be a painful and irritating effect of shaving. The more sensitive your skin, the more likely you are to suffer and the more painful it can be. However, don’t despair; there are ways to stop shaving rash from happening. This includes modifying your shaving technique, your razor and razor blades, the shaving cream, aftershave and other products that you use to aid your shave. Read more...

With the huge range of different razors and blades on the market, choosing the best safety razor can be a difficult task. There are many factors to consider, such as your skin type, coarseness of beard, and available budget. Finding the perfect razor and blade combination will improve the overall quality of your skin care routine, help you get an even closer shave, and minimise post-shave irritation. This guide from The English Shaving Company will help you select the best safety razor for you.

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You’ve decided to grow a beard. Welcome to the club. It’s awesome to have you. Beards can offer a lot to your appearance, sophistication and look, but they do have a drawback. If you don’t know how best to maintain them, they can be itchy. This short guide helps you understand your itchy beard as well as how to stop beard itch for good. Read more...

  Buying gifts for men can be hard (how is it they always seem to have everything?!), and Christmas is approaching fast. Whether you’re itching to put up the fairy lights, or if you refuse to even look at a red stocking until Christmas Eve, it’s the perfect time to think about presents. Be it a gift for dad, your husband, brother, or friend, a shaving set is ideal. It’s practical and useful, as well as offering that little touch of luxury. Read more...

  There’s nothing quite like running your hands over smooth, freshly-shaved skin. Men have been shaving for hundreds of years, since Ancient Egyptian times through the Victorians and right up to today. Although razors and shaving products have come a long way since then (the Egyptians used clam shells!), thousands of men still suffer from dissatisfying shaves. We’re here to teach you how to get a close shave. Read more...