The Gentlemen’s Daily – The Grooming Essentials: Top Shaving Picks from C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries

The Gentlemen’s Daily – The Grooming Essentials: Top Shaving Picks from C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries By Tyrus Rochell Townsend

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Okay I have a confession: I am addicted to apothecaries. There is something about the look, smell and sight of mysterious glass bottles of potentially magic concoctions that can transfer my looks with a dab, slather or spritz. Lined neatly on aged wood are the shaving essentials that every man needs for a clean face and my favorite place on Earth, C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries in Manhattan’s West Village, are always stocked with the best products with quality ingredients. As we transition into cooler weather, these four staples are a must for achieving and maintaining a success shaving regime.

1. Proraso Blue Shaving Cream, $10

The most visually appealing (peep the stripes) of the Italian-made Proraso Soaps and Creams, the Blue Shaving Cream is a man’s best friend! Packaged in a lovely box, complete with instructional booklet, the rich cream, composed of fern, spicy amber and musk notes, combines Vitamin E and Aloe Vera for a naturally, moisturizing experience. When used with a shaving brush, a little goes along way and yields a thick and soothing lather and is suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive of skin. Once applied, wait approximately two minutes for skin to soften while enjoying the surprisingly “Fresh” scent. Containing no parabens, silicons, or mineral oils, a single tube should last 6 months.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.Proraso Shaving Foam, $9

Another medicine cabinet staple for men (and woman) who enjoy the art of shaving is Proraso’s Shaving Foam. Iconic and world-renowned, this product is loaded with rich ingredients like Eucalyptus Oil, Menthol and Glycerin, and easy on the pockets. Quick and easy, an excellent grooming experience is guaranteed after each and every usage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. C.O. Bigelow Premium Razor for Mach 3 – Ebony, $49

Made exclusively for C.O. Bigelow, this razor is the premium of shaving equipment. Utilizing the Gillette® Mach 3TM blade system, a clean and painless shave is quaranteed each and every usage. The imitation Ebony handle with the Bigelow logo etched makes grooming time more stylish!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. C.O. Bigelow Bay Rum After-Shave Balm, No. 1401, $19.50

Post-shaving is one of the most critical moments due to the sensitivity and the possibility of razor burn which is where a quality after-shave balm comes into play. Enters Bay Rum After-Shave Balm, No. 1401. Chocked full of rich Shea Butter, Aloe Vera, Calendula, Chamomile, cucumber and Menthol, these ingredients soothes, heals and revitalizes and . With the intoxicating, exotic scent of Bay, Citrus and Spices, you will be the best smelling man in your office!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All products are available at www.bigelowchemists.com.

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