Shaving cream is great for convenience and moisturization, but shaving soap creates a much better lather and can help you achieve your closest shave. Is it possible to find a product that embodies the best qualities of both? Croaps are a combination of shaving cream and shaving soap that last longer than shaving cream but…
Using beard oil to soften and moisturize your beard is a great way to keep it looking clean and healthy. Knowing that some types of oils can make your acne worse and more difficult to deal with, is it okay to use beard oil if your skin is acne-prone? If you are someone with acne,…
There’s a lot on the internet as far as which blades are best for a smooth effortless shave. Here we are going to discuss two good contenders on the shaving blade market, Astra Superior Platinum and Feather Hi-Stainless blades. Which is better? Both the Astra Superior Platinum blades and Feather Safety Razors are available online,…
Shaving can be rough on skin, so it’s no wonder that shavers are always on the lookout for soothing soaps and creams. What’s best for a soothing shave? Lavender essential oil has both an antiseptic and anesthetic effect on damaged skin. The scent of lavender is calming and pleasing. These attributes make lavender an excellent…
We’ve all heard that shaving makes hair grow faster, but that myth has been busted. Do beards get thicker with age, or is that a myth as well? A beard will grow throughout a man’s lifetime but will never thicken much further than when it fully matures around age 30. The growth rate will fluctuate…
If you already have quite a long beard, but would prefer it to be longer, then you may be wondering if there is much room left for it to grow. Is there a limit to how long your beard can get? Beards never stop growing, but the hairs do eventually reach a terminal length –…
If you have hard water, you probably have a hard time finding a shaving soap – or shampoo or body wash – that lathers well. Hard water causes soap to be less efficient and that can be a major problem when you need a good lather to shave with. What should you look for in…
Skin preparation is key to a great shaving experience, but there are some truly expensive shaving soaps available for purchase. Can you still get a great shave with an affordable soap? Good shaving soaps provide a better lather, contain more natural ingredients, and cost less per shave than most cream or foam alternatives. Shaving soaps…
The big day is coming and you are finally committing to adding a little self-expression to your skin. Do you know how to prepare? Should you shave the area before visiting the tattoo parlor? When getting a tattoo, it is necessary to correctly prepare the skin in order to prevent infection, avoid potential complications, and…
If you’ve been looking for a great aftershave, then you are probably also wondering why they can get so expensive. Aftershaves currently on the market can vary greatly in the ingredients, scents, and overall feel on the face. When looking for an aftershave you’re going to want something with the best ingredients suited to your…
