New Proraso: The Re-invention of a Classic
Classic Italian Shaving brand Proraso have announced a reformulation of their iconic shaving range. There will understandably be some concern from the Proraso faithful over the change – as is to be expected – but rest assured, we have been informed that the products remain extensively the same. The main difference between this new Proraso range and the ‘old’ one (besides the packaging) is now over 95% of the ingredients now have natural... Read More
Geo F Trumper Shaving Cream
At the time of writing this post, Geo F Trumper shaving cream is number one in Ape to Gentleman’s Top 10 Shaving Creams list. Quite an accolade when you consider we have tried and tested nearly every shaving cream under the sun. You may or may not know but Geo F Trumper started his fragrance and grooming business way back in 1875 and has earned six Royal Warrants on its way to present day. They must be doing something right! And they are. Trumper’s... Read More
Portland General Store x Owen & Stork
One of the most interesting men’s ranges in recent times, Portland General Store have always taken great care in the presentation of their products. Now they have taken it one step further with their latest Limited Edition grooming kit. Designed and built in collaboration with Owen & Stork, as a part of their Atelier Numbered Series, these kits feature exquisitely packaged variants of Portland General Store’s most popular grooming products.... Read More
[CLOSED] Competition: Introducing….Billy Jealousy
Launched in 2004, Billy Jealousy has already notched up a very impressive 11 Magazine Awards in US and now the brand has its sights set on the UK. Founded by Pat Parsi, the Billy Jealousy range of Cosmeceutical skin care products have been scientifically designed to help clean and promote the health and beauty of your skin. The core ethics of the brand reflect their vision of the end users: effortless yet edgy, playful but still polished. The... Read More
Murdock London Shaving Collection
London Barbers Murdock of London have released their own range of professional luxury shaving products to compliment their colognes and to use in their multiple London based barbershops. The range consists of a Pre-shave oil (£36), Shaving cream (£28) and Aftershave Balm (£24) which all contain natural active ingredients to moisturise the skin resulting in a less aggressive, smoother shaving experience. The Murdock’s Shave Cream contains the... Read More
The Bluebeards Revenge: Sacha Harding’s first Video Commercial and Photo shoot
Sacha Harding, 27, recently became the face of BlueBeards Revenge after people voted the Bedford Blues Rugby player ‘Britain’s Manliest Man’. The shaving cream asked for men to email their photo in, with the top eight being chosen and voted for by the public. Sacha’s debut photoshoot and commercial for BlueBeard’s revenge took place this week in a boxing gym at a secret location. For more information about the BlueBeard shave cream visit... Read More
How to Shave – Shaving Software
Shaving Software What exactly is shaving software? Shaving software are creams, gels, foams, and soaps. All other things being equal, anything out of a pressurized can is the least desirable type of product to shave with. Sure, many people can get an acceptable shave out of them but the propellant used will dry out the skin and then additional artificial lubricants have to be added to try to make up for it. So use something out of a squeeze... Read More
Sacha Harding named as Face of Bluebeard’s Revenge
Bedford Blues flanker Sacha Harding has been crowned Britain’s manliest man after narrowly beating rival Chris Brain in the public vote. The rugby star polled more than 140,000 votes to win the nationwide competition and a one-year modelling contract to become the new face of The Bluebeards Revenge. In August, the shaving brand carried out a survey to find what famous people’s features were judged most manly before launching an appeal with the... Read More
Conquering the Monday Morning…
After the relaxing weekend you just had, the last thing you want to think about is getting back into the daily grind on Monday. Waking up early, throwing on some clothes, and rushing out the door are part of your routine, and you feel you never have time to look as good as you can (or do on the weekends). Well lucky for you, you don’t need time to look like the vital worker you are. Follow these quick and simple steps, and you too can be the... Read More
Bluebeard’s Revenge: Are these Britain’s Manliest Men…?
As the race to find Britain’s manliest man draws to a close, the Daily Express in association with Bluebeard’s Revenge, have short-listed eight men to win the coveted title of ‘Britain’s Manliest Man’ and a modelling contract worth tens of thousands of pounds. The eight men short-listed are as follows: Paul Hunter, 40, Elliot Stevens, 39, Ken Townsend, 56, Chris Brain, 28 Oliver Gwyn Jones, 32, Sacha Harding, 27, Simon Thorne, 36 and Craig... Read More
