Why wet shaving ?

Back to Traditional Shaving : A Gentle and Sustainable Revolution

For decades, we've used quality shaving tools that are beautiful, durable and produce little waste. Then the disposable era took over, with negative impacts on the environment and our budget. Fortunately, attitudes are changing, and today we're rediscovering the many benefits of sensible, responsible consumption.
But why choose accessories like :

• shaving soap (also known as beard soap or shaving soap),
  
• a shaving brush
  
• a safety razor (or shaving brush, shavette),
  
• an alum stone,
  
• or aftershave,
  rather than a disposable razor and a can of foam?
  

The answer is simple : for a multitude of good reasons.

1. A more comfortable, less irritating shave

Cartridge or electric shavers are often prone to irritation, largely because they accumulate bacteria and require several passes over the skin. Conversely, safety razors or cabbage trimmers, with their single blade, considerably reduce this discomfort. They minimise the risk of ingrown hairs by cutting the hair without lifting it.

What's more, using a quality soap and shaving brush ensures optimum preparation :

• The rich, protective foam improves razor glide.
  
• The massage of the shaving brush exfoliates the skin, while providing a pleasant, relaxing sensation.
  

2. A more efficient shave

With traditional shaving, you personalise your experience : choose a razor and blades to suit your skin type and needs. Some brands even offer adjustable razors for perfect control. The result ? An incomparably smooth shave, or as the English say : ‘Baby Butt Smooth’.

3. An eco-responsible gesture

Traditional shaving generates very little waste :

• Stainless steel blades are entirely recyclable.
  
• Soaps are often packaged in sustainable packaging.
  
• Tools such as razors and shaving brushes are designed to last a lifetime with proper maintenance.
  

Adopting these accessories means reducing your environmental impact while benefiting from effective, planet-friendly products.

4. An economical solution

The initial cost of traditional accessories may seem high, but their durability makes them a cost-effective choice in the long term.

• A well-maintained safety razor will last you a lifetime or more.
  
• A quality shaving brush can last for years.
  
• A shaving soap can last up to 150 uses or more, depending on its size and the quantity used.
  

All in all, traditional shaving is much more affordable than buying disposable razors and spray foams on a regular basis.

5. A return to an authentic experience

Shaving the old-fashioned way means returning to a ritual that evokes a time when we took the time to do things properly. These gestures, inherited from our grandfathers, celebrate durability, craftsmanship and the simple pleasure of the brush, lather and razor touching the skin.
Traditional shaving transforms a daily task into a moment of well-being and personal satisfaction. So why not give it a try? You just might get a taste for it.