There comes a time in every man’s life when the ritual of shaving becomes less like a chore and more like mindfulness. When this moment arrives, you’d be wise to mark the occasion by ditching the blunt razor blades that are likely causing you razor burn and ingrown hairs and opting instead for a comprehensive shaving kit that has all the makings of a smooth shave while reinvigorating the ritual of your shaving routine with some old school glamour.

So what exactly is included in a men’s shaving kit? Generally, you can choose between shave kits with a high-quality multi-blade or double edge safety razor, many of which come with their own razor stand. Some come with co-branded shaving products: pre-shave oil, shave gel or soaps to prep the skin for wet shaving, to be applied with a synthetic or badger hair brush, then an aftershave balm that’ll keep irritation to a minimum thereafter. Some brands even offer subscription services with refills on a cadence that corresponds to your close shave needs, while others come in neatly-packaged gift sets, pandering to the fact that they make great gifts on occasions such as Father’s Day and Christmas.

Above all, when it comes to that baby-faced aesthetic there can be a lot to shop, and men’s shaving kits conveniently curate every step of the routine in a single transaction. Still, everyone’s face is different, which is why no one shave kit will slot seamlessly into every man’s routine. Herewith, our pick of the eight best you can shop right now, from trusted barbershops to Royal Warrant-holding pharmacists.

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