Crafting a mound of shaving cream lather with a shaving brush is always fun. Some men lather up in the palm of their hand, some use a shaving mug, and others just do it directly on their face. It’s all a matter of personal preference and one method is not better than another. Keep experimenting with the amount and temperature of the water, and differing types and scents of shaving creams, until you find the combination you like the most. Enjoy the journey!
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May 10th, 2012Castle Forbes – Exceptional Shaving Creams, Aftershave Balms, & Colognes
April 29th, 2012
We’re big fans of a small family-owned business in Scotland called Castle Forbes. Named after a famous castle built in 1815 by the 17th Lord Forbes, his great-great-great grandson Malcolm Forbes and wife Jinny joined forces with Andrew French, a noted perfumer, in 1996 to created a truly artisan line of shaving creams, aftershaves and colognes which are distinctive for their outstanding quality, superior scents, and premium ingredients.
Andrew French had personally experimented with dozens of shaving creams over the years in an effort to solve his frequent shaving traumas of in-grown hairs, razor burn, and early 5 o’clock shadow. Unsatisfied with any existing products, he carefully developed three shaving creams and matching shaving balms to reduce shaving irritation, ingrown hairs and redness.
The distinctive shaving creams and balms are water-based shaving products to maximize hydration, prevent irritation, and make shaving an enjoyable process free of cuts, nicks or rashes. The shaving creams and balms are available in lime, lavender or sandalwood scents – all are outstanding and highly recommended by our staff.
Castle Forbes has also gone on to produce several men’s fragrances to complete the process of grooming. The fragrances are offered in high eau de perfume concentration which is unusual for a men’s line. They are made of natural ingredients and essential oils which give their colognes a distinctive color. No artificial coloring or ingredients in these juices!
Each fragrance is masculine, classically scented (not too strong, not too weak), and distinctive for any modern man. These are not sweet, department store colognes but nuanced, balanced and discreet for fine gentlemen. If you are looking for some sophisticated scents for special occasions or for everyday at the office, look no further than the selection of Castle Forbes Colognes. These scents are so good they are outstanding with sportcoats, tuxedos, jeans and polos!
NEW SHIPMENTS JUST ARRIVED!
April 23rd, 2012
Check out our new beautiful Edwin Jagger shaving brushes, shaving razors, and sets. Select from distinguished Chatsworth or modern Bulbous designs in either Ivory color, Ebony color, Light Horn color, Smooth Chrome, or Lined Chrome!
DS Laboratories is focused on developing new hair therapies for men to promote hair growth and prevent further hair loss. We now carry their hair growth stimulating shampoo and conditioner, a hair growth booster agent for thinning hair, specialized treatments for beginning to medium hair loss, and a advanced baldness treatment.
USA Politics & the State of the Beard
April 21st, 2012
Whether it was President Lincoln, Uncle Sam, General Custer or other legends in American History, the beard and moustache was prominent on the American scene. Whatever happened? Check out this great story from Slate Magazine about beards and moustaches in US history!
Speaking of politics, here’s a lobbyist group that will put a smile on your face. Many of you may have missed the recent rally in Washington, DC by the American Mustache Institute (AMI) in support of new legislation called the “Stache Act”. The mission of the AMI is “protecting the rights of, and fighting discrimination against mustached Americans by promoting the growth, care, & culture of the mustache.” Here’s a terrific video to enjoy: Mustache Lobby Goes to Washington
Don Draper Shaving Rig
April 14th, 2012
As fans of the Mad Men television series, we get a kick out of the scenes where Don Draper shaves. He is obviously a classic wet-shaver! We don’t know what he was using but we can easily see Don Draper using a classic Merkur Shaving Razor, a Truefitt & Hill Shaving Soap, a Geo. F. Trumper cologne, and a smooth chrome Edwin Jagger Super Badger Shaving Brush.
Let us know what you think Don Draper would use!
Double Duty Time for Men – Manly Sun Protection & Moisturizer
March 22nd, 2012
The wonderful Spring weather has us enjoying the sun and the outdoors. Though it feels great, the sun’s rays damage our skin and make a man’s skin look older and drier.
Help your skin look younger and healthier and protect against the ravaging and aging effects of the sun by using a favorite of ours: the Jack Black Double Duty Face Moisturizer with SPF 20.
We like it because it is non-oily, light weight, quick drying, and fragrance free. Perfect for every day of the Spring and Summer whether taking a walk, soaking up the rays at the beach, or playing any outdoor sport. Don’t let your skin turn into a prune face – get your sun protection now!
Bluebeards Original Wonder Beard Intensive Repair
March 12th, 2012
Here is a great product for any man sporting a beard, mustache or goatee. The Bluebeards Original Wonder Beard Intensive Repair conditions, softens, eliminates frizz and has your hair growth looking shiny and healthy.
The Wonder Beard Intensive Repair was a hit at the National Beard & Mustache Competition. Developed by an entrepreneurial guy with an itchy beard and a woman with extensive knowledge of essential oils and natural remedies. We like the fact that there are no parabens or sulfates and it’s made in the USA. Nice lime scent and tested on real beards!
Geo F Trumper Spanish Leather Shaving Cream – New Introduction
March 6th, 2012
One of the joys of working at Highland MensCare is getting to sample an endless supply of incredible shaving creams, soaps, razors and brushes (tough job but someone has to do it).
After several shaves with the Geo. F Trumper Spanish Leather Shaving Cream it’s easy to say “this stuff is superb!” The scent is a knock-out and the shaving cream is the high quality associated with the other famous Trumper shaving creams (Almond, Coconut Oil, Limes, Rose, Sandalwood, and Violet).
Great lather, great scent, great shave. Highly recommend! Perfectly matches the Geo F Trumper Spanish Leather Cologne.
Unscented Shaving Products for Sensitive Skin
February 28th, 2012
Some guys prefer grooming products without any scent. Unscented products are perfect for men with sensitive skins who suffer from shaving irritations (or just don’t like any scent at all). Most unscented products are now paraben free, alcohol free, and allergy tested.
Here’s are a two outstanding brands with matching unscented grooming products that we like a lot:
The Gentlemens Refinery – Designed by an Executive Master Barber and organic chemist, this sophisticated and comprehensive personal care line is 100% natural (certified organic wherever possible) with all ingredients from renewable plant and mineral sources. There are no artificial colors or fragrances, chemicals, additives, alcohols, or parabens. Check out:
The Art of Shaving – The Art of Shaving formulates their products for different skin types with quality botanical ingredients and 100% pure essential oils. Bringing together the best of nature and technology, The Art of Shaving is committed to promoting a man’s skin health while eliminating alcohol, synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrances and other ingredients that can cause skin and shaving irritation. Check out:
Manly Powders! Keep Your Body & Private Parts Dry All Day
February 22nd, 2012
A lot of guys are not familiar with body powders designed to keep you dry and feeling fresh all day by absorbing sweat and perspiration.
Really helpful in warm and humid environments – lets you feel cool and dry on even the worst days. If you find your arms, legs, torso and hands are sweat farms during the day, try a body powder. There is no need to have a suit or shirt clinging to your body on a warm day.
Terrific to keep you dry during workouts. Helps prevent chafing irritation from your shorts (common among bicyclists) due to the friction of constant movement.
The powders feel silky and smooth and have great scents. Just dust on your arms, legs, torso and private parts and you are good to go!
We like the following powders (Jack Black uses cornstarch as the main ingredient while the others have been keeping gentlemen dry for decades using talc as the key ingredient):
- Jack Black Dry Down Friction Free Powder – $18.00
- Geo F Trumper Talcum Powder – $19.50
- D.R. Harris Talcum Powder – $16.50
- Sandalwood Talcum Powder or Mr. Taylors Talcum Powder – Taylor of Old Bond Street, $15.00
