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The Golden Heart of Strike Gold Shave: An Interview with Frank Misa
Meet Frank Misa, the founder and creative force behind Strike Gold Shave.

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Oct 4, 20254 min read


When Passion Leads to Mastery: An Interview with Master Brushmaker Paul Trotter
Brushmaker Paul Trotter follows his passion to arrive at mastery.

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Sep 4, 202510 min read


The Stirling Reputation of Stirling - An Interview with Rod Lovan of Stirling Soap Co.
When speaking of Stirling Soaps the words which come to mind are integrity, quality, variety, and affordability.

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Aug 17, 20258 min read


Barrister & Mann Kalyptos: The Art of Depth through Simplicity – A Symphony of Herbal Freshness
Barrister & Mann Kalyptos Scent notes: Eucalyptus, Spearmint, Peppermint Scent Family: Fresh Scent Sub-family: Green Kalyptos is an...

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Jul 30, 20254 min read


Phoenix Shaving’s Continuum 3: A Modern Reverie in the Grand Fougère Tradition
Continuum 3 Top Notes: Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Nutmeg Blossom, Tarragon, Rosemary Heart Notes: Jasmine, Fir, Geranium, Cyclamen,...

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Jul 11, 20252 min read


The Light of Moon Soaps: Crafting Joy with Melody & Zach Kent
Melody and Zach Kent love to create. On the surface, one would think Moon is simply about creating soaps. But, to look deeper and to know...

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Jun 29, 20257 min read


A Soldier's Story: How a Brush-Making Guardsman Supports his Brothers-in-Arms
Alex Marshall is the kind of person to whom giving comes naturally. The son of a pastor, he grew up in small-town Indiana, where he was...

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Jun 21, 20258 min read


Boom! Lather! - Legend Mark Szorady on How to Build the Perfect Lather
There are a handful of voices that make the wet-shaving world feel like a true neighborhood, and Mark Szorady—beloved creator and host of...

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Jun 14, 20258 min read


Ariana & Evans Opens its Heart: A Meetup Retrospective
Ariana & Evans hosted a meet-up on June 7 at their showroom and production facility in Ansonia, Connecticut. I arrived a little late—the...

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Jun 11, 20253 min read


From SOTD to Global Luxury Brand: An Interview with Peter Charkalis of Ariana & Evans
Peter Charkalis is living the life many wet shavers only dream about. What began like it does for so many of us—with a simple Shave of...

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Jun 6, 202510 min read


Pharaoh Balm-ed Before Embalmed: The History & Science of Shave Balms
Shaving gained popularity in Egypt around 3,000 BCE with the introduction of copper razors. Ancient papyrus scrolls describe soothing...

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Jun 1, 20254 min read


Down the Rabbit Hole with Douglas Smythe: The Wonderland of Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements
It’s easy to forget that going down the rabbit hole is, at its heart, a journey of discovery. It means stepping beyond the known into the...

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May 24, 20256 min read


Shave Dad Gives Back - A Conversation with Jerry Plesi
Shave Dad It was 7:30 PM on a Thursday night. I was home, catching up on some Netflix, when my phone rang. Actually, it wasn’t my...

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May 17, 20253 min read


Moisturization: Three Keys Unlock the Treasure of Ponce de Léon
When it comes to skin care, moisturization is foundational. It preserves the elasticity of the skin, supports enzymatic repair, maintains...

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May 11, 20252 min read


Elysian Soaps: When Myth Becomes Reality - An Interview with Shannon Constantine Logan
Shannon Constantine Logan is the founder and owner of Elysian Soap Shops, a luxury men's grooming brand, based in Brodheadsville,...

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May 3, 20255 min read


Mama's Love Never Dies: An Interview with Jen Slagle of Mama Bear Soaps
Jen Slagle is the owner of Mama Bear Soaps in Felch on the beautiful upper peninsula of Michigan. She is 47, and runs a farm with her...

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Apr 26, 20258 min read


Saponification: The Art & Science of Soap
To understand soap making, one must first understand soap itself. Soap is a salt. The soap molecule has two sides and is shaped like a...

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Apr 21, 20253 min read


Adopted Acres: A Story of Hope, Love, and Soap - An Interview with Doug Layne
Since its launch in 2024, Adopted Acres Soap Co. has made a big splash in the wet shaving community with its innovative products. We were...

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Apr 16, 20258 min read


Confessions of a Stovetop Soapmaker: An Interview with Mark Albert
Mark Albert is a passionate practitioner of the traditional wet shave, a fragrance connoisseur and an aspiring soap maker. He lives in...

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Apr 13, 20255 min read


An Interview with Will Carius from Barrister & Mann
Will Carius is a master perfumer and soap maker and the founder of Barrister & Mann. His company has created iconic scents such as...

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Apr 8, 20257 min read
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