Collection: Shaving Essentials
Shaving essentials brings together the core wet shaving products used for a closer, more controlled shave: razors, razor blades, shaving brushes, shaving creams, shaving soap and practical post-shave care.
For a traditional double edge setup, start with a safety razor such as the Merkur 34 INOX, a compatible blade such as Henson RK Double Edge Blades, and a brush-led lather routine with cream or soap. Add pre-shave, bowls and mugs or shaving accessories and cases where they improve the routine.
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Merkur Classic 1904 Open Tooth Double Edge Safety Razor 41 001
Regular price £16.75Regular price£19.75Sale price £16.75Special Offer -
Merkur Closed Comb Travel Razor with Leather Case
5.0 / 5.0
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Merkur FUTUR Gold Plated Adjustable Double Edge Safety Razor
5.0 / 5.0
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Merkur FUTUR Polished Adjustable Double Edge Safety Razor
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Merkur FUTUR Satin/Matt Chrome Razor 700002
5.0 / 5.0
(3) 3 total reviews
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Merkur Long Handled Open Comb Double Edge Safety Razor 25001
5.0 / 5.0
(3) 3 total reviews
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Merkur Mustache & Eyebrow Razor
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Merkur Open Comb Travel Razor 985000
5.0 / 5.0
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Merkur Progress 510 Long Handle Adjustable Double Edge Safety Razor
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Merkur Progress 500 Adjustable Double Edge Safety Razor
5.0 / 5.0
(3) 3 total reviews
Regular price £46.75Regular price£0.00Sale price £46.75Sold out -
Merkur Progress Adjustable Razor in Plastic Case with 10 Double Edge Blades
5.0 / 5.0
(1) 1 total reviews
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Merkur 38C "Barber Pole" Double Edge Safety Razor
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Merkur Razor "Barber Pole" Slanted Safety Razor 39001
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Merkur 15C Open Comb Double Edge Safety Razor
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Merkur 20C Black & Chrome Long Handle Safety Razor
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Merkur 23C Long Handle Safety Razor 23001
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Merkur Extra Long Handle Black Double Edge Razor 23011
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Sold outMerkur Slant Bar Safety Razor 37001
4.0 / 5.0
(1) 1 total reviews
Regular price £34.95Regular price£39.95Sale price £34.95Sold out -
Merkur 30C Safety Razor
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Sold outMerkur 34C Heavy Duty Safety Razor
5.0 / 5.0
(4) 4 total reviews
Regular price £36.95Regular priceSale price £36.95Sold out -
Merkur 33C Classic Double-Edge Safety Razor
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Merkur Razor 44011
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Merkur Razor 38011
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Merkur Razor 47001
Regular price £30.65Regular price£0.00Sale price £30.65
About Shaving Essentials
Traditional Shaving Essentials
Shaving essentials covers the products most wet shavers compare first: shaving razors, double edge razor blades, shaving brushes, shaving cream, shaving soap and post-shave care.
Build a Complete Routine
A safety razor such as the Merkur 34 INOX pairs with standard double edge blades. Add a shaving brush, a cream or soap, and finish with an alum block, balm or lotion from post-shave care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need for traditional wet shaving?
The essentials are a suitable razor, compatible razor blades, a shaving cream or shaving soap, and a post-shave product. A shaving brush is strongly recommended for traditional creams and soaps.
Is shaving soap or shaving cream easier to start with?
Shaving cream is usually quicker to lather, especially for beginners. Shaving soap can be very economical and traditional, but it normally benefits from a brush and a little more loading time.
How should I choose razor blades?
Match the blade format to the razor first. Most double edge safety razors take standard double edge razor blades, but single edge razors, shavettes and Artist Club razors use different formats.
Let customers speak for us
from 396 reviewsExcellent just what I required. Male grooming great all round, many thanks
Tabac Original Shaving Soap Stick REFILL 100g
Inox base, solid. Just as discribed.
I'm usually used to using a heavy shaver for my daily shave. I thought about trying the Henson AL 13 v2 as I quite fancied a change. I was very surprised to find this shaver is very accurate to use almost surgical like. I quite fancy now perhaps trying to buy a Henson ti22 which is the titanium version. I most certainly recommend this company and this shaver highly. I will be using male grooming supplies again in future.
I was debating whether to get the medium or aggressive razor. As I can't be a***ed to shave more than every five days I went for the aggressive. Fantastic, just cuts through the stubble with consummate ease. Very light and ergonomic too. Easy to manoeuvre and the design means that you get the correct shaving angle naturally.
The only thing better is the service from MGS! I had a few queries which were answered almost immediately, great! I ordered the razor on Friday afternoon and it was delivered by nine on Saturday morning. Brilliant.
Both the razor and service are so good in fact that I will probably order the medium Henson to go with its big brother.
Thanks guys!
A gift for a friend who absolutely adores it
This brush (T3) is amazing and fantastic value for money. Well made and made to last. Robust when lathering up with no need to pre soak before use. Highly recommended.
Having just got back into wet shaving, I thought I would try the T3 Trafalgar & Henson AL13++. I've just used both of them and they are fantastic. The T3 is great for lathering and no need to pre soak. The Henson is just something else. If you are new to wet shaving, go for this, I didn’t have any nicks but a really close shave (3 passes). Don’t be put off as it is very lightweight, the blade will do the work and you will learn how much pressure you need to apply after a couple of uses. Using these going forward will be an absolute pleasure. Highly recommended, both of them.
Taylor of Old Bond Street is a wonderful shaving cream and I highly recommend to all.
Simpson Bay Rum shaving cream has got a very delicate but elegant scent, not too overpowering but very pleasant throughout the shave. The cream lathers easily and it's very slick, the razor will glide effortlessly. Post shave is very good, my skin was left soft and elastic even before applying the post shave balm. Definitely recommended!
After several years my old razor stopped aligning the blade correctly. This razor is a much better design, easier to clean, and a very smooth shave.
I have the Muhle R89 standard, however I wanted I wanted to improve on it for two main reasons, a longer handle and having a two rather than three piece head, whilst retaining the R89 head. The R89 'twist' was just what I needed and it most definitely works for.
Highly recommended well done male grooming for rapid dispatch






















