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The best way to finish off a shave – The Big Chill!

The best way to finish off a shave – The Big Chill!

Everyone who shaves, is always looking for a more efficient and effective way to achieve a close and comfortable one. So I thought it would be a great idea to share a video of a post-shave step that I frequently practice at home after most shaves. Now, ideally this step works best after the shower, however if you’re [...]

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Save the Badger!

Save the Badger!

Whisker Lifter Shaving Brush by Anthony [xrr rating=4.75/5] [...]

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Meet me, Craig the Barber this weekend!

Meet me, Craig the Barber this weekend!

Join me this weekend at Bloomingdale’s 59th St. – Friday and Saturday (June 7th & 8th)  from 12-7pm. And, Sunday (June 9th) 12-5pm. I will be in the men’s fragrances section with the Lab Series Skincare for Men team, sharing all my advice on shaving and everything “men’s grooming.” There will tons of opportunities for [...]

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He doesn’t want a tie… ~ Father’s Day Gift Ideas

He doesn’t want a tie… ~ Father’s Day Gift Ideas

[tps_header]     There’s been a CEASE & DESIST order on ALL TIES this Father’s Day! Well, unless you’d really like one… But, what Dad couldn’t get a tie on any other occasion? Let’s make this Father’s Day much more special than the last. Here’s a breakdown of a few small but thoughtful ideas for the father in your life. Or [...]

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Still running for the tissue ever after your best shave?

Still running for the tissue ever after your best shave?

You know it never fails that even when you do everything right (from smart prep to a great lather…), you still end up with a few blood spots on your face from shaving. Whether the blade is too sharp or you just can’t avoid a few hair-pulls. Here are 2 easy shower remedies to keep the tissue paper on the roll [...]

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Blade use. How long is too long?

Blade use. How long is too long?

Today’s post will address a question that quite a few have asked me since I posted this video about how often we should be changing blades. Sure, 3-5 shaves can make the pocket pretty light especially with the price point of many of these blades on the market; except of course if you’re using a DE Razor… but let me stay on [...]

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The oily shave…

The oily shave…

There are a lot of guys that enjoy shaving with pre-shave oils, and I’m one of them! It’s a great option for adding an extra barrier of protection, and greater glide to their shaving regimen. So it’s no surprise that I’ve noticed an increase in men opting for this shaving practice. But what I find interesting is [...]

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Straight Razor shaving… What you need.

Straight Razor shaving… What you need.

There isn’t a week that goes by that I don’t get asked about straight razor shaving, and if I think it’s a wise choice for this day and age… For some, it’s an absolute dream of an experience but for others it could be a nightmare. Based on overwhelming client feedback, the best shave experience is [...]

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Re-lather… It’s important!

Re-lather… It’s important!

I love hearing success stories about how shaving “across the grain“ has changed so many shavers lives. It’s a great feeling to wake up in the morning, shave, and leave the house without feeling the slightest irritation of any sort! But from time to time, I hear that some guys still struggle with a painful shave. What I’ve come [...]

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MANGROOMER Giveaway! – Contest OVER.

MANGROOMER Giveaway! – Contest OVER.

Who doesn’t like FREE STUFF? Well here’s your chance to be one of 3 selected winners to win FREE products from MANGROOMER. Here’s what’s up to be won!… 2 – Scruff Sculptor‘s (valued @ $79.95) 1 – Detail Groomer (valued @ $24.95) Four different ways to win… Choose one or all!  Follow me on Twitter – @CraigTheBarber and Tweet the giveaway with hashtag #MANGROOMERgiveaway. Like us on Facebook – The Men’s Room by Craig the Barber AND MANGROOMER, and leave a comment on my [...]

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