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The Colonel’s Journal

Grooming & Guides

How to shave, what to shave with, and what to do when it goes wrong.

11 December 2025

Will Shaving Make Hair Thicker? Debunking the Myth

Will shaving make hair thicker? The short answer is no. Shaving does not affect the thickness, color, or growth rate of your...

22 July 2025

Should Men Shave Their Legs? A Complete Guide to Male Leg Grooming

The question of whether men should shave their legs has evolved from a whispered locker room debate to a mainstream grooming...

24 October 2024

Shaving Bumps: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention

This guide is for anyone who experiences irritation or bumps after shaving, regardless of skin type.

1 June 2023

Can Women Use Men’s Razors? 4 Key Points To Consider Before Buying Your Razor

Have you ever found yourself standing in front of a dazzling display of razors, tempted by the sleek designs and vibrant colors?

27 April 2023

5 Shaving Traditions Across Cultures: A Fascinating Exploration

Shaving traditions around the world vary greatly, but there are some commonalities.

19 August 2022

How often should you shave?

Everybody’s facial hair grows at a different rate, which means that each person’s shaving routine is different and...

19 August 2022

Should you exfoliate before or after shaving?

Why is exfoliating important? You may get a flawless shave by using new blades and moisturising your face with lotions, however...

19 August 2022

How often should you change your razor?

Knowing how often to replace your razor blades boils down to using your common sense to identify when your razor feels dull or...

9 August 2019

Why shouldn’t you shave against the grain?

More hotly contested than blue/black or gold/white dresses, the question of whether or not you should shave with the grain or...

29 August 2016

4 Reasons Shaving Brushes Are Amazing!

A Shaving Brush You Say? 1. Lifts and suspends hairs The number one reason to use a shaving brush is that it gives you a better...

17 July 2016

Shave Your Head like a Boss!

Men shave their heads for different reasons: going bald, wanting to look more dominant, or simply cannot be bothered with...

11 June 2016

7 ways to avoid shaving rash on legs and bikini area

We’re a man’s shaving company, so how would we know about avoiding shaving burn/bumps/rash on legs and bikini area?

8 June 2016

The Pink Tax: Women Also Pay More Than Men

The pink tax is not a literal tax on pink things, the reality may be worse.

6 June 2016

What women should know about a man’s shave

Ladies, I want you to know what a good shave means to a man. It may not seem of particular importance, but given that most men do...

13 June 2015

Homemade Barbershop Hot Towel Shave

There are a lot of great things about the experience of getting shaved at a barbershop.

10 June 2015

Why Women Should Use Men’s Shaving Razors

More and more women are ditching their pink razors and using men’s razors to shave their legs. Why?

12 January 2015

Electric Shaver Vs. Wet Shave

Can’t decide what kind of shaving tool to use? There are a lot of differences people don’t always consider; here is...

24 April 2014

How To Shave & Get Rid Of Shaving Rash

You would be surprised how many people shave poorly, a lot of them not realizing, and others switching to electric because they...

15 April 2014

Is There An Alternative To Gillette Fusion Blades?

Why are razors so expensive? The Gillette Fusion Blades cartridges made by the well-known brands generally cost about 5p-10p to...

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