It is not surprising that the expression “a close shave” is used to describe a dangerous, often near-death experience.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Celia Shatzman writes about fashion, beauty and grooming. What makes a straight blade different? The straight blade is unique ...

Poor hygiene is one of the main causes of irritation, infection and razor burn. But it’s not your hygiene we’re talking about — though we hope you wash your face. Instead, it’s the cleanliness of the ...

Facial shrubbery has long been the stylish man’s accessory, so much so it's been blamed for the downturn in the razor industry. But skin — and, with it, the clean shave — is back in the game, which ...

Before taking a straight blade to your face, “ put shaving cream on a balloon and shave it,” says Judah Down, owner of JD’s Barber Shop in Vancouver. “ When you can shave the balloon without popping ...

The straight razor is intimidating. Powerful. If shaving were a sport, the straight razor would be the chosen blade of the big leagues. It’s also a luxurious experience. A labored process. There is ...

Most of us learn how to shave with a cartridge razor, which has a pretty simple learning curve—call it the “automatic transmission” of the best razors. From there, many guys level up to the safety ...