Shaving

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How to take care of your safety razor

Care for your safety razor – for a lifetime of shaves.
With simple habits like daily cleaning, periodic deep maintenance, and smart blade management, you can extend the life of both your razor and blades. Small efforts make a big difference in performance, feel, and shave quality.
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The perfect lather - gents focuses

The perfect shaving lather – the foundation of a smooth shave.
A rich, dense, creamy lather is more than foam; with the right technique, balanced water and quality tools it softens the beard, shields the skin and gives ideal glide for the razor.
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Stuck with an expensive shaving routine?

Break free from the expensive shaving routine – smarter choices make all the difference.
Shaving doesn’t have to be an expensive habit. With classic tools and thoughtful products you can build a more efficient, gentle, and cost-effective shaving routine – without compromising on results or experience.
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Shaving tips for sensitive skin

Shaving tips for sensitive skin – gentleness above all.
If your skin easily flares up or reacts to shaving, the right tools, preparation and carefully chosen products can reduce friction, calm irritation and help you achieve a closer, more comfortable shave – even for sensitive skin.
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How to create clean lines

Straight lines – the details that elevate your beard.
What defines a well-groomed beard versus a careless one is how the lines are shaped. With the right technique, tools and precision, you can turn your beard’s edges into balanced, symmetrical details that look sharp and intentional.
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Choose the right razor blade

How to pick the razor blade that transforms your shave.
Choosing the right double-edge blade is about more than sharpness – it’s a balance of comfort, skin type and beard growth. By understanding mild, balanced and sharper options, you can make your shaving more comfortable and effective.
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experimenting with your shaving

Reignite your shave – try something different.
If your routine feels repetitive or the results fall short, small changes can make a big difference. Experimenting with new tools, techniques and products can turn shaving into a more effective and enjoyable experience.
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Alum

When small mistakes need fast control.
Minor nicks after shaving benefit from immediate care. Alum has long been used to tighten the skin, stop bleeding and calm irritation – a simple yet highly effective step in post-shave care.
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The sharp guide til your straight razor

The straight razor demystified – a clear, practical guide.
Working with a straight razor involves more than just technique; it requires understanding the blade, using the right strokes and staying safety-aware. With concrete steps and helpful tips, shaving becomes both safer and more enjoyable for all levels.
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Master your shave – from prep to finish.
Great shaving is about more than the razor you hold. It starts with solid preparation, the right products and tools, and continues with slow, controlled passes and thoughtful aftercare. With clear steps, shaving becomes safer and more comfortable for everyone.
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Shaving's Sharp Master

The Japanese steel that elevates the shave.
Tamahagane is a traditional forged steel from Japan known for its purity and distinctive grain. When used in razor blades and components, it delivers balanced, enduring sharpness and a unique shaving feel – a choice for those who value exceptional material quality.
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How to choose a straight razor

Find the straight razor that suits you best.
Choosing a straight razor is about more than just sharpness. It’s about matching the blade, grind and handle to your comfort, hand movements and shaving style. With the right choice, traditional shaving becomes both safer and more enjoyable.
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bumps and Ingrown hairs

When shaving causes bumps and irritation.
Ingrown hairs and razor bumps are common after shaving, especially with sensitive skin or poor technique. With proper preparation, gentler shaving methods and thoughtful aftercare, you can reduce inflammation and enjoy calmer, smoother skin.
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How to choose the right safety razor

Choose the safety razor that suits your shave.
Selecting the right safety razor is about more than aesthetics—it’s about how it feels in your hand, its balance and how aggressive the shave is. By understanding differences in design, weight and blade exposure, you can pick a razor that makes shaving gentler and more effective.
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Preparation - Prepare the skin for shaving

Great shaving begins well before the razor ever touches your skin.
Softening the beard and thoroughly cleansing the face reduces irritation, ingrown hairs and uneven stubble removal.
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Polish your shaving routine with Benjamin Barber

Small refinements make a big impact on your shaving routine.
By incorporating select products from Benjamin Barber, you can elevate your shave to feel both luxurious and more effective on the skin.
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The Shaving Brush

A shaving brush does more than create lather — it primes the skin for a superior shave.
By lifting hairs and evenly spreading cream, it helps soften the beard and reduce irritation.
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Cut-throat vs. Shavette

Having come so far, you must have come across the word Shavette a few times. You may be wondering what the Shavette razor blade does.
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3 shaving tips for travelling

When you're travelling, shaving needs to be quick and easy and not take up too much space. Here are some tips that can make life on the go a little more convenient, so you don't have to compromise on your shaving routine.
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FAQ: 5 most frequently asked questions about razors

At Gents, we often get many customer questions about razors and shaving. Here we will address some of the most important questions we come across.
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Shaving routine - from start to finish

From prep to aftershave – the shaving routine that transforms your morning.
The classic shaving routine is more than just razors and foam; with proper preparation, products, and technique, each step becomes part of a ritual that delivers a smooth, gentle, and enjoyable shave from start to finish.
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Shaving icons

Need inspiration for your shaving routine? Sometimes you need that little extra push and we all have a few role models we look up to. Here we have highlighted three male style icons from the celebrity world that can serve as sources of inspiration. Enjoy!
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