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Jerry Plesi The wet shaving community prides itself on a culture of sharing, collaboration, and support. Few have done more to foster that spirit than Jerry Plesi, founder of Shave Dad. A former New York City police officer, Jerry has lived a life of service—an ethos he carried forward through his dedicated, selfless leadership of Shave Dad, which has become a source of joy, camaraderie, and connection for thousands of wet shavers and artisans around the world. Jerry was recently diagnosed with cancer and is now facing one of the greatest challenges of his life. Those who know him have no doubt he will meet this fight with the same strength and determination that have always defined him. The costs of treatment, however, can be overwhelming. Now is an opportunity for our community to give back in support of someone who has given so much to all of us. A GoFundMe site has been set up to help Jerry in his fight. Any support you can give will be greatly appreciated. Visit the site here . To learn more about Jerry, here is an interview he did with ShaveSplash. Visit GoFundMe for Jerry Plesi

The world of wet shaving has a way of growing right before your eyes, one new fragrance, an innovative soap base, a unique razor, a beautiful brush, or sometimes something even better: a new friend. At its beating heart is the community itself: artisans who create the tools of the craft, practitioners who put them to use, and many who are proudly both. 2025  was a year of fabulous new releases and fresh new faces, made even richer by the camaraderie and friendship that define this passionate community. Notable New Releases of 2025 1. Latte e Menta – Ariana & Evans Launched in May 2025, and the 2nd release in the Daniele Maullu line using the Legacy Base, Latte e Menta introduced something completely new and immediately iconic. Based on the Italian summertime drink of the same name, Peter Charkalis expertly crafted a sweet and delectable fragrance which is both playful and eminently wearable. A masterful blend of mint, cream, spice and woods, which both surprises and titillates. A must own for the serious connoisseur Top Notes: Spearmint, Peppermint, Thai Mint Heart Notes: Creamy Milk, Ambroxan, Iris, Saffron Base Notes: Guaic Wood, Hinoki Wood, Vanilla Learn more here 2. Pine + Clementine – Happy Chap Launched in May 2025 by newcomer Kyle Olson, Pine + Clementine deftly and expertly reimagines a time-tested combination of citrus and green accords to create something masculine, intensely fresh, and sure to get noticed as a mark of refinement. The scent notes are deceptively simple, but together they create something with depth, energy, and a touch of magic. Top Notes: Clementine Heart Notes: Petitgrain Base Notes: Pine Syrup Learn more here 3. North French Broad Avenue – First Line Shave Launched in June of 2025, North French Broad Avenue was First Line’s first soap to introduce its ground-breaking Wagyu base, renowned for its richness and silky texture. The scent is an interpretation of the classic Barbershop fragrance, which itself is an Aromatic Fougere. It contains the classic Lavender, Tonka, Oakmoss lattice, surrounded by an airy and refined blending of violet, myrrh, honey, and amber, which make it sweet and powdery, yet with an air of masculine refinement. Top Notes: Lavender, Violet, Pear, Cardamom Heart Notes: Myrrh, Honey, Pepper, Water Notes, Brandy Base Notes: Amber, Tonka, Leather, Patchouli, Cedar, Oakmoss, Ambergris, Balsam Fir. Learn more here 4. Our Thing – Shave Dad & The Wet Shaving Store Launched in February 2025 as a collaboration between Shave Dad, the Wet Shaving Store, Subie Shaves and Elysian Soaps, Our Thing is an homage to an oft overlooked Aromatic Fougere, Ferragamo’s Acqua Essenziale. Sea notes and mint build on a classic motif of lavender, labdanum, and patchouli to make it feel current. While rosemary adds an herbaceous sophistication with echoes of Castle Forbes 1445 or Martin de Candre Original. With a base from Elysian Soaps, performance is also superior. Top Notes: Mint, Lemon Leaf Heart Notes: Sea notes, Lavender, Rosemary, Germanium Base Notes: Vetiver, Musk, Labdanum, Patchouli Learn more here 5. Air Force One – Strike Gold Shaves Launched in November of 2025, Air Force One is an homage to Pegasus Exclusif, a genre-defying scent from the legendary Parfums de Marly. The fragrance blends elements of both a green Fougere and a Woody Oriental to create a fragrance which captures the gentlemanly elegance of an earlier time but with a modern gourmand twist. The result is a bouquet with sophistication and panache, which is both alluring enough for a night out but grounded enough for a day in the office. A truly versatile scent which is eminently wearable. Top Notes: Cardamom, Heliotrope, Pink Pepper, Bergamot Heart Notes: Bitter Almond, Lavender, Jasmine, Geranium Base Notes: Vanilla, Guaiac Wood, Oud, Sandalwood, Amber Learn more here Major Happenings of 2025 Declaration Grooming Closes its Doors After 10 years of providing highly regarded soaps and aftershaves, Scott Stewart announced Declaration Grooming will close its doors at the end of January 2026. Seaforth Finds a New Home and Patron Resurrected by Dennis from Spearhead Shaving in 2019, the Seaforth brand will now move to House of Mammoth run by Ben Esposito. All Seaforth products will continue to be produced by Chicago Grooming Co and a new release, Epee, will be released after the brand is relaunched in January 2026. Southern Witchcraft Announces End of Operations Founded by Courtney Brooks and Stephen Joiner in 2017, Southern Witchcraft stopped production and moved all its remaining inventory to Maggards in April of 2025. A Special Note on the Original Shave Dad: Jerry Plesi The much beloved founder of the Facebook group Shave Dad, Jerry Plesi, is facing a serious medical challenge. After giving so much to the wet shaving community, a Gofundme page is being established to help Jerry through this challenging time. For those who don’t know Jerry, you can learn more about him and his amazing contributions here . Jerry Plesi Look for a link to the Gofundme page soon. ShaveSplash Giveaway Reminder There’s still one day to participate in the Giveaway for a brand new Above the Tie Windsor set. A winner will be chosen on December 31st. See details here . As the year comes to a close, ShaveSplash sends its heartfelt thanks to the readers, artisans, and all the members of the wet shaving community for your support. Happy New Year!!

The Razor Emporium writes: Join the Razor Emporium team and 100+ wet shaving enthusiasts for a full day celebrating traditional shaving, craftsmanship, and community. Whether you’re a longtime enthusiast or brand new to the hobby, this is a laid-back, family-friendly event built around great people and great gear.⁠ ⁠ Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026⁠ Start Time: 9:00 AM⁠ Location: Razor Emporium 210 S. 37th Street Phoenix, AZ 85304⁠ Admission: Free⁠ Family Friendly: Yes — bring the whole crew⁠ ⁠ What to Expect⁠ -Meet shaving vendors and artisans from around the world⁠ -Behind-the-scenes Razor Emporium shop tour⁠ -Live plating demonstration⁠ -Hands-on soap making class⁠ -Shopping opportunities with exclusive products⁠ -Relaxed, welcoming community vibes all day long⁠ ⁠ Join us Saturday, February 21st, 2026 starting at 9:00 AM for the AZ Shavers Meet Up at Razor Emporium. Free admission and family-friendly. Meet shaving vendors from around the world, take a behind-the-scenes shop tour, watch a live plating demo, join a soap making class, and enjoy great conversation with an even better community. Come for the craft—stay for the vibes.

Like many wet shavers, Jason Miller discovered traditional wet shaving almost by accident, sparked by curiosity and a humble twist-to-open razor from the local dollar store. What he found, however, went far beyond a better shave. Along the way, Jason found a community of friends who became a genuine support system on his journey towards greater wellness in both body and mind. In his Instagram Live shaves, Jason often says we’re living in the “Golden Age” of wet shaving. But for him, the real gold isn’t the gear. It’s the people. The community he now proudly calls family. Jason’s story is honest and deeply relatable, pointing to something many of us recognize, that wet shaving isn’t just an appreciation for well-made tools and great scents, but a commitment to the values behind the practice: self-care, dignity, mindfulness, and the daily practice of showing up as a better version of ourselves. Jason was gracious enough to share part of his journey with us. Here’s Jason.. Could you share a bit about your wet shaving journey? What got you started? Was there a soap, a razor, or an experience that pushed you down the wet shaving rabbit hole? My wet shaving journey started out in a dollar store in 2022. I was angry about life walking down the health aisle. I was looking for cartridge razors and shave gel, then I saw this razor. It was a butterfly razor. A few weeks later, I used it, and it destroyed my face. I watched some YouTube videos. A few more weeks later, I then got a Wilkinson Sword blade tuck, Pears bar soap, and a brush for $1.75. My goal was to save money, 😆 what a joke. My 1st contact with wet shavers wasn't a pleasant one. They constantly put me down for the way I spoke or asked questions. I then stumbled into my current group of wet shavers, that I am blessed to call my family. My wet shaving family has healed my wounds mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. They helped make me the person I am today. I am a perfect example of the saying "It takes a village to raise a child". I thank God for my wet shaving family.   When did you decide to start hosting live shaves on Instagram, and what motivated that move? Was there a goal you had in mind? I seriously started doing my live shaves the weekend after the Superbowl of 2025. I did a few lives before that, but not consistently. My therapists and wet shaving family kept on encouraging me to do live shaves. My goal was to feel comfortable hearing my own voice and not focus on my speech impediments. I struggle with the way I sound. Doing lives also helped me filter what I say and how I talk to people. It's now evolved to educating others on wet shaving, sharing my passion and love for the wet shaving community that I call my family, and most importantly being myself while putting smiles on other people’s faces for a moment of time in there day. Your handle is “@thegoldenagewetshaver.” What does “golden age” mean to you, and why did you choose that identity for your content? It started out over a year ago when hardware or software artisans would launch a product. I would say that "We're truly living in the golden age of traditional wet shaving”. At the beginning it was about the products. As I became more comfortable in my own skin and learned "How to interact with people in a socially acceptable way". I came to realize it's the people in my wet shaving family that makes it the golden age. I was thinking for the longest time to take that as my screen name. Carlos A.K.A. S_O_G, Shave On Gents, told me DUDE!!! Just do it 😆. He kept on encouraging me until I did it. I truly appreciate him and the wet shaving family for everything they do in this community. What do you enjoy most about hosting live Instagram shaves? Is it the real-time interaction, the teaching aspect, the routine itself, or something else? I love the teaching and learning aspects of traditional wet shaving, while interacting with members in the greatest community of people in any multiverse. I enjoy being in the present while honoring the past to present a gift to the future generations of traditional wet shavers. I take pride, joy, and love setting up my S.O.T.D. line up. I'm mostly a daily Shaver and love the numerous possible hardware/software combinations. Doing these lives or being a guest on lives is a form of building my self-esteem and confidence. You’ve spoken openly about your mental health journey during your live shaves. In what ways has wet shaving supported your well-being—whether through ritual, mindfulness, self-care, or community?   I struggled with my mental health most of my life and still have bad moments. My wet shaving family is the 1st community of people that A) didn't abuse me mentally or emotionally, B) accepted me as I am, C) didn't ask me to leave or turn their back on me. D) are always checking up on me. Wet shaving started out as a way to save money 😆, then ended up saving my soul because of the family that loves me for being me. You often emphasize how meaningful the wet shaving community has been to you. What qualities or experiences make this community stand out as special? My wet shaving family is the 1st true community that has accepted me for my good, bad, and ugly moments in life. They all have nurtured me into the person I am today. Without them I wouldn't be able to grow as a person. I'm in a few online mental health groups that I am thriving in and finally found a program that's helping me in my life. I give credit to my wet shaving family for this. The wet shaving community taught me how to evolve into a better human being. Tell us about your current shaving setup. What types of razors do you gravitate toward, what do you look for in soaps and aftershaves, and which blades tend to work best for you? I'm what you would call an ADD/ADHD wet shaver, 😆. I love various types of razors ranging from modern, vintage, double edge, artisan club, injector, 1/2 DE, gem, and lather catcher razors. I’ve participated in SEptember every year since I became a wet shaver. I only use a DE in SEptember for Never Alone events. I love Single edge razors so much I sometimes have a 2nd or 3rd month dedicated to it. I use a wide variety of blades in my wet shaving arsenal. My scent wheel has drastically grown since day 1 as a wet shaver. I tend to go to gourmand scents. I sometimes get lost in the scent from gourmands and snack on my lather 😆. I love changing my hardware line up from various razor/blade combinations, to materials of razors, and aggression levels. Walk us through your usual shave routine. How frequently do you shave, and what role do pre-shaves, balms, or other products play in your process? I look at all my gear while sitting on the floor in total silence. Then I look at my list of S.O.T.D.'s from previous shaves. Sometimes it takes me a minute and... SHABABABA!!! My S.O.T.D. is set for the next shave. Sometimes I lose track of time because I'm trying to connect with my hardware/software that unifies me for that shave. When I envision myself as a QB under center I usually do an "Audible ", meaning I change something in my S.O.T.D. line up. I'm usually a daily Shaver, but sometimes things pop up that derail my shave that day. I used to be a "pre-shave" type of shaver. Now I basically use Noxzema cream or Thayers soap on a silicone scrubber. I focus more on post shave care. I'm a firm believer in my post shave care sets up my next shave care. Looking ahead, where would you like to take your wet shaving journey and your content? Do you see your focus remaining on Instagram Live, or expanding into other formats? I would love to learn more about A.I. in social media. I'm open to having guests on my live shaves. I would love to learn how to use and focus on my YouTube channel and other social media platforms. I would love to be a guest on other people's live shaves on various social media platforms. I'm eager to learn and teach others about wet shaving to the best of my abilities. To close, what message would you like to share with wet shavers around the world? I'm a big believer in the preservation of wet shaving products that are no longer made, especially hardware, vintage or modern. I consider myself a custodian and guardian of these products. We need to protect these wet shaving products to inspire future great hardware and software makers. I am personally interested and open for collaborations with any other content creators, hardware, and software artisans in the future. As I grow as a wet shaver, I'd like to leave a legacy of growth that pushes the boundries of traditional wet shaving. I personally believe in honoring the past, while being in the presence of greatness in the present, while giving a gift to the future of wet shaving. I need to remind wet shavers around the world how special this family community is. How wet shaving is a tool for making this a better world. Jason Miller See Jason's videos on Instagram here.

Happy Chap ShaveSplash is pleased to announce a new affiliate partnership with Happy Chap Shave Company, an emerging name in the world of wet shaving. Founded in Los Angeles in 2024 by Kyle Olson, Happy Chap offers a full line of premium men’s grooming products, including shave soaps, aftershaves, and pre-shaves. With a strong design sensibility and a modern point of view, the brand delivers stylish, innovative, and high-quality essentials for today’s gentleman. In the coming months, the full Happy Chap lineup will be added to the ShaveSplash catalog. Our first review is Pine + Clementine , a finely balanced composition that pairs bright citrus sparkle with crisp forest notes for a scent that feels both fresh and distinctive. Other Happy Chap fragrances include: Vanilla + Vetiver (Bitter Vanilla Caviar, Vetiver, Palo Santal) Smoke + Caramel (Balsam Butter, Juniper Smoke, Salted Caramel Latte) Oud + Tonka (Cardamom, Black Pepper, Amber Vanilla, Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, Tonka Bean, Cedar) Oak + Leather (French Oak, Vetiver Moss, Sueded Leather, Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Amber) Fire + Hickory (Feu de Bois, Charcoal, Hickory Smoke) Pulp + Petal (Illusive Pineapple, Mangosteen, Passionflower, Bougainvillea, Coconut Cream) Sea + Juniper (Dry Gin, Juniper Zest, Coastal Pine) ShaveSplash remains firmly committed to editorial independence and will continue to publish objective, experience-based reviews. We are grateful to the wet shaving community for its continued support. Visit Happy Chap to learn more about its full line up. There's still time to participate in the giveaway for a new Above the Tie Windsor razor set. Enter at least one comment to be included in the drawing. See details here .

Happy Chap Happy Chap is a little over one year old and has already made a big splash in the world of wet shaving. Its first scent, Oak + Leather, launched in Fall 2024 to critical acclaim, followed by a rapid succession of hits including Smoke + Carmel, Los Angeles, and its latest Vanilla + Vetiver. Everything about the brand feels fresh, including its young founder Kyle Olson, a renaissance man who has harnessed his entrepreneurial spirit, knowledge of chemistry, and passion for wet shaving, to create something genuinely distinctive. The message behind the brand is simple...to inspire and empower men to be their best as they tackle their roles as husbands, fathers, brothers, and friends. As the name says, to make them Happy Chaps. Its gone from a standing start to running in the lead pack of artisan brands, and the future looks blindingly bright. ShaveSplash had the opportunity to catch up with Kyle and learn a little about his journey. Here’s Kyle… Could you tell us a bit about your background and how you came to wet shaving prior to creating Happy Chap? I am originally from Southeast Idaho. I currently live in Southern California with my beautiful wife and our cute Whoodle puppy. I am a man of many interests; I love producing music, being in nature, reading, and cooking. When I first started shaving, I tried using cartridge razors and didn't have a great experience, so I switched to an electric razor. About three years ago, I wasn't loving my electric razor and wanted a closer shave. My mother-in-law gifted me a Supply Single Blade which then led me to buy the Merkur 34c. Around this same time, I met my good friend Drew Chu, a veteran wet shaver. He set me up with a Semogue boar brush and way too many blades to try. After that I was hooked into the wet shaving universe. When did you realize you wanted to take your wet shaving passion a step further and try your hand at commercially producing grooming products? Do you have a second career, or is Happy Chap now a full time focus? I love entrepreneurship, and I have run a few businesses in the past. My dad is a chemist, and I have always had a natural inclination towards chemistry. At the start of my wet shaving journey, I started researching the chemistry behind soap making. After a year of testing formulas that eventually led to my current base formula, I knew I was onto something good and decided to start sharing my products with the wet shaving community. The rest is history! I also work full-time as a data strategist at a start-up construction lending firm. The way you compose and blend your fragrances suggests a deep familiarity with scent and a level of expertise typically associated with professional perfumers. Do you have a formal background in the fragrance industry, and how did you develop your skills and design philosophy as a perfumer? There are very few things I outsource in my business, but my fragrance is one of them. I am passionate about the soap and aftershave formulation, but unfortunately I don't have a lifetime of scent experience. I am extremely blessed to work with a professional perfumer who has a lifetime of valuable perfume experience. My goal is to produce the highest quality artisan products possible and working with an expert perfumer allows me to accomplish that goal. If I’m not mistaken, your first two releases were Oak + Leather, in a Mossy Woods style, and Smoke + Caramel, which leans toward an Amber Gourmand profile. What drew you to these particular themes for the launch of Happy Chap, and where did you find the initial inspiration for those scents? Yes, OAK+LEATHER and SMOKE+CARAMEL were the first two scents Happy Chap released. I tend to release new scents according to the season. OAK+LEATHER was released in Fall 2024 and SMOKE+CARAMEL was released in Winter 2024. I wanted OAK+LEATHER (my first scent) to be symbolic of where Happy Chap Started. Where I live in California is covered in beautiful oak trees, so I wanted the scent to capture that feeling of home. You followed up in early 2025 with Los Angeles, released in the aftermath of the large fire, and it quickly became a favorite among many shavers. How did you go about assembling the notes for that fragrance, and what was your goal with that composition? First, I would like to say that my heart goes out to all who were affected by the January 2025 Southern California wildfires. Thank you to the first responders who worked to protect our community. All of the proceeds from LOS ANGELES were donated to fire relief efforts, so I wanted the fragrance to embody Los Angeles. I spend a lot of time at the beach, so I wanted the scent to capture the natural, raw vibes of the Pacific Ocean. The collection now includes nine fragrances, although my understanding is that Los Angeles may have been a limited run. Is there one fragrance you’re especially proud of, and is there a particular scent you would recommend as a starting point for someone who is new to Happy Chap? VANILLA+VETIVER is my favorite scent right now. My professional scent tester (AKA my wife) thinks that VANILLA+VETIVER is Happy Chap's best scent yet. It's a really unique blend because vanilla is typically sweet, but this scent moves the vanilla into a more bitter note. You really can't go wrong with any of the scents. For someone new to Happy Chap, probably don't start with FIRE+HICKORY because it's very smokey and smells just like a barbeque, haha. Truthfully, I take great pride in all of the Happy Chap scents. I don't sell anything that I don't use myself. Additionally, all of the scents are approved by a committee (AKA my wife). I’ve been using Pine + Clementine and in addition to the fabulous scent really enjoy the soap base, its rich lather, and well-hydrated post-shave feel. Your soaps are tallow-based and incorporate butters such as kokum and mango, along with jojoba oil and even hydrolyzed silk. When you design a shave soap, what qualities are you looking for in the lather and overall experience, and how do you personally define a “good” soap base? Here are my top three shave soap qualities: Ultra Slippery - I blind tested different ingredients to boost slip and nothing beat the glycerin and hydrolyzed silk combo. Quick and Easy Lather - Most people have a very limited time to shave, so building a lather should be quick. Sturdy Cushion - When I shave, I want my skin to be comfortable and protected. Happy Chap shave soap has all three of these qualities! Your aftershaves use a classic foundation built around alcohol, witch hazel, jojoba oil, and glycerin, but you also include hydrolyzed wheat protein, which is a less common addition. What led you to incorporate that ingredient, and more broadly, what is your philosophy on what makes a well-balanced, effective aftershave splash? Funny Story - Originally, I thought that hydrolyzed wheat protein added extra hydration. After doing blind testing, I found that it didn't make any significant difference in post-shave skin hydration. The older scents still have hydrolyzed wheat protein, but the newer scents do not. Many readers will be curious about the story behind the name “Happy Chap.” How did you arrive at that name, and what message or feeling do you hope the brand conveys to people who use your products? At the start of the business, I went through a few iterations of names. I wanted the name to be catchy but also have a deeper meaning. Happy Chap truly embodies our mission to inspire the modern man to fulfill his role as a husband, father, brother, and friend by providing him with the highest quality shaving goods. Our goal is to make you a happy chap! Looking ahead over the next year or so, what are your plans for Happy Chap? How would you like to see the brand and product line evolve, and are there any upcoming releases or projects you can hint at for our readers? My plan is to keep providing high quality products with unique scents to the wet shaving community! Happy Chap plans to collaborate with international partners in the near future. There are also a couple new products in the works for 2026. Hint: Look out for a new scent with notes of Black Cherry, Leather, and Incense coming in 2026 To close, is there one message, insight, or fact about you or Happy Chap that we haven’t covered yet, but that you would particularly like readers to know? Every Happy Chap product is made by hand in small batches in my garage. Happy Chap will never sacrifice quality for convenience and neither should you. Thank you to everyone who has supported the business thus far. It makes a difference in real people's lives when you shop small. THANK YOU! Kyle Olson, his lovely wife, and adorable Whoodle. Visit Happy Chap to learn more.

Ben Esposito, the founder of House of Mammoth, is taking over the Seaforth brand. The Seaforth brand, a revered brand originally started by Alfred McKelvy in the 1940s, was revived by Dennis from Spearhead Shaving in 2019 with the fragrances designed by Shawn Maher and soap production outsourced to Chicago Grooming. ShaveSplash.com has reached out to Ben Esposito to learn more and will hopefully be sharing a full interview about House of Mammoth, Seaforth, and his upcoming plans. Ben Esposito writes.... Welcome all to the new home of Seaforth! I’m excited to share that the vintage shaving brand lovingly revived by Dennis of Spearhead Shaving six years ago will continue in 2026 in the care of myself and the team behind House of Mammoth. Dennis has done an outstanding job bringing the brand back to life, working with perfumer Shawn Maher to reimagine Seaforth! with modern, thoughtful fragrances and high quality shaving products. I’m grateful for the trust Dennis has placed in me and my team as he steps away to focus on new pursuits. Seaforth! will continue on the same path Dennis established. The spirit of the brand, its heritage, and its commitment to quality will remain at the center of everything we do with the brand. To ensure that continuity, Vida of Chicago Grooming Co will be producing all Seaforth! products with the same high standards you expect from both Seaforth! and House of Mammoth. We’re also glad that Shawn is already working on the next Seaforth! release, Épée. We’re excited to relaunch this special brand in January 2026. Bookmark the new home of Seaforth!, www.goseaforth.com , and follow us here and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/go.seaforth to stay in the loop. And always, feel free to chat, ask questions! We look forward to continuing this incredible brand. -Benjamin Esposito

Kiritimati Scent Notes: Frankincense - Myrrh - Bay - Seaweed - Oakwood - Ambergris - Benzoin - Blue Spruce - Tobacco - Labdanum - Lavender PAA writes... This is what Christmas should smell like... Oak Barrel Aged This batch of Kiritimati is part one of my Oak Barrel approach to perfuming and man is it magical! I have kinda blurred the line between brewing and perfuming thanks to a good brewing friend of mine. Honestly, Working with casks just seems more manlier and in-tune for the vibe I am trying to create...Pirate Island meets the Night Before Christmas! The charred oak barrels add a sweetness, a wholeness and a woodiness that you would typically only get from a good, aged drink. A Leaf? Yep, that's a genuine West Indian Bay Leaf in there too! Lol, probably what folks remember the most about this seasonal classic, that bay leaf! Though naturally decorative this intact leaf will also add to the aftershave in time inline with a traditional tincture! Learn more about Kiritimati here

Top Notes: Pear, Apple, Brandy, Raw Sugar Heart Notes: Whiskey, Spice Base Notes: Tonka Bean, Oak, Smoke Phoenix Shaving writes..... The first lift of the lid brings a clean, crisp spark of fruit. Then the warmth moves in. A deep glow rises and spreads. A quiet heat fills the room like a blush. Cadets last year described the overall impression as warm, calming, smooth, and unexpectedly atmospheric. They liked its weight. They liked its presence. They liked its lilt, and how it built a mood without ever shouting for attention. What fascinated us in the workshop was the way the blend behaved during testing. It did not sit still. It rocked in its conical flask as if responding to its own rhythm. Or like a ship at sea. The core felt old. Not ancient in a dark sense, but old in a way that suggested a seasonal memory shared across dimensions. A warm tavern. A quiet cabin. The clink of cubes in a glass. A winter night with a fire that refuses to go out and the Twilight Zone plays on an old black and white TV somewhere. That is the feeling this scent puts into the air. (Not one to wear in the pew.) Visit Phoenix Shaving here to learn more.

Operation Ho Ho Ho Strike Gold Shave writes.... A Home Alone–Themed Holiday Release Get ready to defend your den—and your shave den—because Operation Ho Ho Ho is launching the first week of December! This limited-edition holiday shave soap is another festive collaboration crafted by Monkey Tropical, Sarasota Wet Shaver, and Strike Gold Shave—the same creative team behind beloved seasonal hits like La Befana and Santa’s Chestnuts. This time, we’re paying homage to one of the most heartwarming (and hilarious) Christmas classics ever—Home Alone. The label features Kevin’s iconic battle plan, and the scent is inspired by the ultra-exclusive Ralph Lauren Purple Label, bringing a refined, luxurious twist to holiday shaving. As with all past joint projects, a percentage of every sale will be donated to support meaningful causes this season. Stay sharp. Stay festive. Operation Ho Ho Ho drops the first week of December! 🎁🧼🔥 Compared to: Ralph Purple Label Top Notes: Blackberry, Green Coriander, Mandarin Orange. Middle Notes: Sage, Thyme, Tobacco Flower Base Notes: Mahogany, Oakmoss, Musk, Suede Visit here to learn more

Above the Tie Windsor Enter to win a brand new and never used Above the Tie complete Windsor razor set in Stainless Steel. The set includes three base plates, the Colossus handle (102mm), and a stand. Contest Rules To enter you must be a member. Join here You can have a maximum of 5 chances to win. Your name will be automatically entered into a random drawing up to 5 times for each comment you leave for a soap or aftershave. You can comment on any soap or aftershave in the ShaveSplash catalog. You must include a star rating. To be included in the drawing you must leave at least one comment with a star rating. A winner will be chosen at random on December 31st, 2025. The contest is open to everyone worldwide. You must have a physical mailing address. ShaveSplash will pay for shipping. ShaveSplash will contact you at your email address to notify you of winning and get your physical mailing address. For questions contact teutonblade@shavesplash.com Razor Specs Weight: Stainless Steel w/ Colossus 109g Blade Gap: M - 0.25mm R - 0.58mm H - 0.91mm Total Length: 110mm w/ Colossus Handle Length: 102mm Colossus Origin: 100% machined by Above the Tie in the USA Happy Thanksgiving, Happy Holidays, Happy New Year, Happy Shaving!

Here's a collection of what we are able to find so far. Apologies to any vendor we omitted. Happy Chap - 30% off Everything. Discount applied at checkout. The Razor Company - 15% off sitewide through 12/2 except PAA, Parker, Truefitt & Hill. Doorbusters daily. Moon Soaps - 20% off sitewide through December 2nd. Code: Thanks25 Razor Emporium - 30% off sitewide. Code BLACKFRIDAY. West Coast Shaving - 15% off $75 or more, 20% off $125 or more, 25% off $175 or more. Discounts automatically applied. The Wet Shaving Store - 30% off sitewide. Code: BFCM2025. Blackland - 30% off sitewide through November. Discounts applied automatically. Above the Tie - 25% off sitewide through November 30th. Discounts applied automatically. Timeless Razor - 10% off sitewide through Cyber Monday. Adopted Acres - 25% off sitewide. No code needed. Grizzly Bay - 20% off sitewide. No code needed. Saponificio Varesino - 20% on $75 or more. Code GIFTGUIDE25. Pasteur Pharmacy - 16% off sitewide on orders over $50. No code needed. Maggards - emailing specials on afternoon of 11/27. Subtle Arts Soaps - 11/28 6am to Midnight 30% off hardware. Code SHAVE30. Tatara Razors - 25% off sitewide through December 1st. No code needed. Soap Palooza - 20% off sitewide. Code PALOOZAHOLIDAY 20. Strike Gold Shave - 30% off sitewide. Code THANKFUL. Van Yulay - 65% off sitewide. Buy one shave soap get one free. Code BKF25. Jatai - 30% off DE razors plus other deals. The Holy Black - $20 off $75 or more, $30 off $100 or more, $50 off $150 or more. No code needed. Fendrihan - 30% off the Black Friday and Cyber Monday Collection. Atelier Durdan - 15% sitewide. Rockwell - 10% offf 6S, 6C, T2, and adjustables. 45% off kits. Phoenix Shaving - running sales Black friday through Cyber Monday. Check here for details. Also, please don't forget about the ShaveSplash giveaway of a full Above the Tie Windsor stainless steel set. The winner will be chosen on December 31st. Details here . Thank you to everyone who has visited ShaveSplash.com and contributed to its content, and thank you to our partners. Wishing all a Happy Thanksgiving! Our Partners Ariana & Evans Strike Gold Shave The Razor Company Phoenix Shaving