The Art of Shaving

The art of shaving is truly that - art. Every man's face is different and every man's preference is unique. There are, however, some hard and fast rules that all men should follow when it comes to the perfect shave.

1. Never give yourself a dry shave. A dry shave will cause razor burn and very rough skin. You must always wash your face or use a warm towel to prepare your face for a shave. Moisture and warmth will soften the hair and make the shave much easier and your results will be amazing. Our Jacquard Hand Towels are the softest 100% cotton, made to absorb and be kind to a man's skin. 



2. A good shaving cream is essential to a perfect shave. A creamy and smooth product is the kind you need to use. Using a shaving cream made from all natural and pure oils will make your skin soft and touchable. The more shaving cream you use, the softer your skin will be. We have a shaving cream made at the luxurious Forbes Castle in Scotland. Made for an ideal shave, this is a product your shave cannot do without.

 




3. The most important element of a truly perfect shave is a superior razor. Using a razor with a sharp blade is very important. This is one area where you should not pinch pennies. A good quality razor will keep your skin safe and smooth. Our Il Ceppo Shaving Set comes with a razor hand crafted in Italy. Use the accompanying all natural bristle brush and shaving cream bowl for your most satisfying shave. Between every 3-5 swipes, dip it in hot water to clean the blades. The warmth will also soften the facial hair.  



4. When you shave your face, you should always go with the growth of your facial hair. Masculine hair is tough, as are you, gentlemen! It does, however, need care and a soft touch.
5. After you have given yourself, (or your significant other has given you,) the perfect shave, you need to keep your face moist. Using an After Shave Balm made in the centuries-old Forbes Castle in Scotland, you will be giving your skin an ideal treat. Made from the finest all natural essential oils, this balm keeps your skin healthy, as well as luxuriously soft. The more you use, the softer your face.

The magic of the perfect shave is a combination of elements. Using all the right essentials will leave your face feeling soft, especially when it’s next to someone else’s, too!