PAA Astraeus Synthetic Brush Review

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements (PAA) recently released another in their excellent line of synthetic fiber shave brushes, Astraeus. Background [Note: PAA links are affiliate.] From the PAA website: “Meet The Astraeus 22mm Shave Brush, homage to the vin...

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Feb 22, 2023
How Often Should A Man Shave (His Face)

It's a common question among men - how often should you shave your face? Depending on a number of factors, shaving every day can lead to skin irritation and other problems. Here's a look at how often you should shave, based on your individual needs S...

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Feb 20, 2023
Removing Skin Tags From The Face

Back a few years ago I had a skin tag on my left upper cheek.  Like an idiot, I didn’t want to spend the money to go to a dermatologist to get it removed so I sterilized a small, sharp scissors and just snipped it off.  It bled for a while then stopp...

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Feb 17, 2023
Wet Shaving Talk Podcast – Valentines Day!

You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is February 13th, 2023. Today on the show: Click/tap here for the podcast!...

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Feb 13, 2023
What Is Vetiver And Why Is It In My Shaving Stuff?

Vetiver is a fragrant grass from the tropics with a distinctively strong, masculine, earthy scent. It is widely used in perfumery and home fragrances, most notably in men’s colognes and aftershaves.  What Is Vetiver? Vetiver has a bit of a mysterious...

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Feb 10, 2023
Analyzing the Wet Shaving Market 2023

As we enter 2023, it’s almost hard to believe that less than three years ago, we entered a phase of life that many of us never saw coming.  From lockdowns to material shortages, the wet shaving industry had its share of challenges.  Source

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Feb 06, 2023