The shaving foam paradox: Feel vs Reality.

Traditional shaving foam feels smooth and luxurious, but it’s built for sensation, not performance. Clinical testing shows it increases redness, reduces hydration, and leaves behind residue that can irritate skin, even if it "feels" good.

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The negative side of multi-blade razors.

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The Razor-Razor Blade model has fundamentally changed shaving behavior.

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The origin of the Henson Shave Cream.

We didn’t walk into a barber shop on Magazine street in New Orleans looking for a shave cream, but over the next several months we realized that this shave cream was an exceptional pairing to our razor.

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Inside Henson's 2nd Phase of Research.

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Henson’s groundbreaking research into shaving and skin.

Henson Shaving has partnered with MIMOSA Diagnostics to conduct groundbreaking research aiming to better understand the physiological effects of shaving on the skin. Learn more about our groundbreaking research.

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How to prep your skin for a great shave.

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Shaving without hurting your skin: A surprisingly complex task.

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How the shaving industry let you down.

The shaving industry has failed consumers by prioritizing profits over skin health, perpetuating a cycle of irritation and discomfort. Despite advancements in technology, razors have remained largely unchanged, with manufacturers focusing on trivial features rather than addressing the root causes of shaving-related issues.

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How to prevent razor burn.

We break down what you need to know about how to prevent razor burn when shaving. Whether you use a double edge safety razor or cartridge razor, these tips will help you get the best shave possible.
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How to pick the best razor blades for your safety razor.

We go over a few of the things you would want to look for when picking the best razor blade for your safety razor. As well as some common questions about double edge razor blades.
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Five reasons to try wet shaving.

We go over some common misconceptions regarding cartridge razors and safety razors as well as give five compelling reasons you should try wet shaving if you haven't already.
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