1) A better shave

I discovered wet shaving while looking for a way to deal with a tough and troublesome beard. Wet shaving isn’t about being snobby, it’s about a better shave with less irritation and fewer ingrown hairs. A classic double edge razor, like the Merkur HD Classic, won’t pull hairs or cut them below skin level like multi-blade cartridges, taking better care of your skin and beard. Also, with an old style knife you can afford to choose the edge of the blade; so you can find the one that best suits you.

2) A morning ritual

Shaving used to be a chore I hated. She couldn’t wait until the weekend to skip a couple of days. Now I look forward to this little routine. And because? I have replaced aerosol cans and disposable razors with a double edge razor, some good shaving soaps and pure badger shaving brushes. Three simple elements that can not only give me a better shave, but together create a moment to relax and do something for myself that I can enjoy and feel good about.

3) Elements of a great shave

The secret to shaving wet is to get a good double-edged razor, shaving soap or cream, and a shaving brush.

Different people prefer different razors and over time you will find the one that works best for you. For starters, a medium-sized safety razor will do the job; Merkur Progress is the best deal in my opinion. I prefer shaving soaps to creams because they have fewer preservatives and last longer. The shaving brush is the central element of wet shaving. So if you can only choose one exceptional shaving accessory, this has to be it. The brush will massage and exfoliate your skin and the movement required to apply the soap will also lift your hair, preparing it for shaving. For a more scrubbing feel try a brush made from pure badger or better, for a soft touch super badger or silver tip will do the trick.