Barber Shop in Westminster

Did you know that we’ve opened a new barber shop in Westminster?

Fitted out to the usual high standards of Pall Mall Barbers, the new salon in Central London has all the traditional barber shop features whilst still offering all the modern men’s hairdressing and shaving services you’d expect.  You can also get the full range of Pall Mall Barbers eponymous hair styling and shaving products, featuring the masculine scents of sandalwood and clove.

The new barber shop in Westminster has been featured in Professional Hairdressers latest news and we’re really proud of the new addition to the Pall Mall Barbers family.  If you live or work in the area, you can now get a first rate haircut or luxury wet shave without having to travel far.  And we’re easy to find – right next to the Palmer Street exit of St James’ Park tube station.

With the new barber shop in Westminster being the 3rd salon – our other barber shops are at Trafalgar Square and in Fitzrovia, Pall Mall Barbers is growing due to the increased demand for quality men’s hairdressing services in the capital.  No doubt, you’ll be seeing more of our barber shops opening around the city in the near future too.

You can call the PMB barber shop in Westminster to make an appointment on 020 3267 0001 or via our online booking service, and as we’re open later each day during the week – until 7pm, we hope you’ll find it convenient to come and see us at a time to suit you and enjoy the usual barber shop skills, services and banter!

We look forward to seeing you at our barber shop in Westminster.

Safety Razor

What Exactly is a Safety Razor?

It sounds a bit like safety scissors. You know those ones with the rounded edges that can’t actually cut anything and you give them to children?  Well, thankfully, a safety razor is nothing like those!

A safety razor is as sharp as any other razor, but it also has  the addition of a guard that glides along the skin between your face and the blade, which reduces the risk of cutting your face whilst shaving.  So they are ideal if you have sensitive skin, or perhaps scars and marks on your face. An elegant tool in any man’s grooming kit, a safety razor gives a really close, smooth shave and with replaceable single blades, they are also a very cost effective shaving tool in your daily routine as new blades are a much cheaper option than most of the multi blade alternatives.

At Pall Mall Barbers, we have a few safety razors – the St Paul, the Westminster and the St James, which are really popular with customers. It just depends on the look you like and the way you hold the razor, to determine which safety razor would be best for you.

The Independepent recently included our Westminster one in their list of 10 best safety razors – high praise indeed. They particularly liked the simple way of being able to change the razor blade with the handle releasing the razor head.

If you’d like to try one of these safety razors yourself but need some advice first, pop into one of our central London barber shops and any of the guys there will be happy to help you. Otherwise, if you know what you want, go straight to our safety razor page and you can buy online too.

St James area of London

The St James area in the west end of London is synonymous with the British aristocracy and Gentleman’s Clubs, and Pall Mall Barbers has been associated with the area since 1896.

In fact, the street Pall Mall is still the home of many private members clubs like the RAC Club, the Army and Navy Club, the Carlton Club and the Reform Club. Plus many more around St James’s Square, St James’s Street and Piccadilly.  With so many well groomed, professional men in the area, it was only natural that a men’s barber shop should thrive in St James.

In the “City of  Westminster”, this very historic area of Central London is full of beautiful architecture where some very prestigious international firms have their head offices. St James is also within walking distance of some of the capital’s most famous landmarks like Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus. It’s even home to some of London’s most beautiful parks like St James’s Park and Green Park. So it’s naturally a very busy area with business people, tourists and day trippers to London, making St James definitely one of our favourite areas of London.

The Trafalgar Square branch of Pall Ball Barbers is within easy reach of all these famous sights, plus close to several tube stations like Leicester Square, Charing Cross and Piccadilly Circus. So if you work in the St James area or are just visiting and any barber services like a luxury wet shave, men’s haircut or any type of men’s shaving products and hair styling products, why not drop by our barber shop and see how we can help. You can also Barber shop appointments in St James area of Londonbook appointments online or order any of shaving and hair products we sell in store.

We look forward to seeing you when you next need a barber in St James.

Luxury Wet Shave

A luxury wet shave by a professional barber is the height of pampering for most men. Especially those who appreciate the skill required as an open blade glides across your skin. Plus, it’s the ultimate shaving experience – giving you the best shave you’ll ever have.

At Pall Mall Barbers, we have been shaving the men of London at our barbers shops for over 100 years.  Our barbers are some of the most respected and experienced in the capital – you’ll often see them on TV or quoted in the press when a shaving expert’s view is needed.

So if you book in for a luxury wet shave you know you’ll be in good hands.

The first step would be to remove any dead skin cells and rough patches of skin by using an exfoliator. Specially designed for men, this prepare your skin and ensures you’ll get a smoother finish.  Next, to relax you and open up the pores we’ll place some hot wet towels over your face for a few minutes.  As you sit back, eyes closed and start to enjoy the experience we begin preparing for the next step which is working up a thick creamy lather of shaving cream with one of our badgers hair shaving brushes.

Once the hot towels have been removed, we’ll rub some shaving oil onto your face and then start to apply the shaving cream using the shaving brush in small circular motions.  This encourages the bristles on your face to stand up which is helped by your pores having been opened by the hot towels.

Then the real skill of the luxury wet shave can begin.  It can be quite scary the first time you have a sharp blade held against your skin, so it’s reassuring to know that the barbers at Pall Mall Barbers are the best in the business. Using short, firm strokes on your skin, the blade won’t tug at hairs or pull against your face, so it’s unlikely to cause any irritation, no matter how sensitive your skin is.

When your traditional wet shave experience is finished, your skin will be cleaned and a moisturising balm applied to hydrate and smooth the skin.

The first thing most men do when they’ve had a luxury wet shave, is to put their hand up to their face and feel their skin. It’s great to see their reactions – they often can’t quite believe how amazingly soft and smooth it feels.

Why not treat yourself to one, you can book a Pall Mall Barbers traditional wet shave online or if you want to get a really nice gift for someone else, get them a luxury wet shave gift voucher so they can come into one of our Central London barber shops at their convenience?

Double Edged Razor

Double edged razors are really popular with men you prefer a traditional shaving routine, rather than using an electric version.

One reason for their popularity is that the blades they use are much cheaper than those used by Mach 3 (or 4 or 5!) razors.

They're also very easy to use.  When you need to replace the blade on your double edged razor, you simply unscrew the top, remove the top and then take out the blade - they can still be sharp enough to cut your finger, so be careful.

Unwrap your new blade and slip over the screw, replace the top of the double edged razor and screw the handle firmly back in place.  That's it! It takes seconds.

At Pall Mall Barbers in London, we've been doing professional wet shaves since 1896 so we really are the shaving experts.  We've got loads of great tips and shaving advice, and if you use a double edged razor we can help share that knowledge so that you get the smoothest, closest shave possible.

We always recommend that if you use a double edged razor, you shave with it at a 45 degree angle and go down your face slowly.

Double edged razors are great for sensitive skin and are less likely to give your skin any irritation because there is only one blade touching it.  They are also really good if you want sharp lines on your designer stubble as they can get closer to the edge.

If you want to see one of our barbers demonstrating the double edged razor watch this video on the Pall Mall Barbers YouTube channel.

Shampoo for Men

Is shampoo for men really better than using just any old shampoo?

In our opinion, we would say yes, definitely.

 Pall Mall Barbers have been around a very long time - since 1896 in fact! So we have loads of experience in cutting men's hair and which products to use, and that includes shampoo for men - that means we really know what we're talking about.

We've even developed our own shampoo for men to apply all that knowledge and experience to produce a great product using the best ingredients to give men's hair the best treatment and to get it in the most amazing condition possible,

Using a shampoo for men that has been designed specifically for the needs to men is really the best type of shampoo to use.  Men's hair is different to womens, so a shampoo for men will make a difference to your hair.  Even more so if you use a shampoo that is then tailored to your particular hair type - like dry or oil..

At Pall Mall Barbers, we have developed two types of shampoo for men - one with Argan Oil and one with Tea Tree Oil.  But which is best for you? The Argan Oil one that is great for drier hair and one with Tea Tree Oil that is more suited to guys with a slightly greasier scalp or hair.

Pall Mall Barbers Argan Oil shampoo for men is a luxurious and powerful Argan enriched conditioner for vitality and lustre. This shampoo for men is recommended to be used on a daily basis and it was designed especially to improve shine and strength of the hair.

The main ingredient is Argan Oil that is rich in Vitamin E and comes from a natural plant oil produced from the kernels of the Argan tree that is endemic to Morocco. T

With Pall Mall Barbers Luxury Tea Tree shampoo for men you can benefit from the soothing properties of tea tree and eucalyptus oils. Ideal for itchy and flaking scalps, but also suitable for all hair types.

Both shampoo for men come in 250ml pump dispensers and are available online on Pall Mall Barbers men's shampoo and conditioners  page or in any of our Central London barbers shops.

Hair Conditioner for Men

Is hair conditioner for men really worth using?

That's a question we get asked a lot.  And our answer is always yes.

As experts in men's hair and men's hairdressing, we know what we're talking about. At Pall Mall Barbers, we are one of the oldest and most respected barber shops in Central London. We have been cutting and styling mens hair for a very long time - in fact, our barber shops have been around since 1896. So if there is one thing we know a lot about, it's definitely men's hair! That's why we developed our own range of hair conditioner for men because we wanted to apply that expertise and create the very best products we could.

If you do use a conditioner, you may well just be using whatever your partner does. We know how easy it is to  grab the bottle in the shower without giving it much consideration. But honestly, if you use a hair conditioner for men that has been developed specifically for the needs of men's hair and for your particular hair type, you really will see the difference. That's why we always advise our customers to use a hair conditioner for men.

At Pall Mall Barbers, we have spent years developing our own men's shampoos and conditioners. We have an Argan Oil one that is great for drier hair and one with Tea Tree Oil that is more suited to guys with a slightly greasier scalp or hair.

So which hair conditioner for men would be best for you?

Pall Mall Barbers Argan Oil Hair Conditioner for men is a luxurious and powerful Argan enriched conditioner for vitality and lustre. This conditioner is recommended to be used on a daily basis and it was designed especially to improve shine and strength of the hair.

The main ingredient is Argan Oil that is rich in Vitamin E and comes from a natural plant oil produced from the kernels of the Argan tree that is endemic to Morocco. To use our Argan Oil hair conditioner for men after washing, apply a small amount to your wet hair. Apply from root to tip. Rinse. For an intensive conditioning leave in for up to 5 minutes before rinsing.

With Pall Mall Barbers Luxury Tea Tree Hair Conditioner for men you can benefit from the soothing properties of tea tree and eucalyptus oils. Ideal for itchy and flaking scalps, but also suitable for all hair types.

To use Tea Tree hair conditioner for men after washing, apply a small amount to your wet hair. Apple from root to tip. Rinse. For an intensive conditioning leave it for up to 2 minutes before rinsing. .

Both hair conditioners for men come in 250ml pump dispensers and are available online on Pall Mall Barbers men's shampoo and conditioners  page or in any of our Central London barbers shops.

Men's Conditioner

We often get asked, is it really necessary for men to use conditioner?

Well, yes. In our opinion, it is. And as experts in men's hair and men's hairdressing, we know what we're talking about.  At Pall Mall Barbers, we are one of the oldest and most respected barber shops in Central London.  We have been cutting and styling mens hair for a very long time - in fact, our barber shops have been around since 1896.  So if there is one thing we know a lot about, it's definitely men's hair! That's why we developed our own range of men's conditioners because we wanted to apply that expertise and create the very best range of products we could.

If you do use a conditioner, you may well just be using whatever your partner does. It's easy to grab the bottle in the shower without giving it much consideration.  But honestly, if you use a men's conditioner that has been developed specifically for the needs of men's hair and for your particular hair type, you really will see the difference.  That's why we always advise our customers to use a men's conditioner.

At Pall Mall Barbers, we have spent years developing our own men's shampoo and conditioners.  We have an Argan Oil one that is great for drier hair and one with Tea Tree Oil that is more suited to guys with a slightly greasier scalp or hair.

So which men's conditioner would be best for you?

Pall Mall Barbers Argan Oil Men's Conditioner is a luxurious and powerful Argan enriched conditioner for vitality and lustre. This men's conditioner is recommended to be used on a daily basis and it was designed especially to improve shine and strength of the hair.

The main ingredient is Argan Oil that is rich in Vitamin E and comes from a natural plant oil produced from the kernels of the Argan tree that is endemic to Morocco. To use Argan Men's Conditioner after washing, apply a small amount to your wet hair. Apply from root to tip. Rinse. For an intensive conditioning treatment leave in for up to 5 minutes before rinsing.

With Pall Mall Barbers Luxury Tea Tree Men's Conditioner you can benefit from the soothing properties of tea tree and eucalyptus oils. Ideal for itchy and flaking scalps, but also suitable for all hair types.

To use Tea Tree Men's Conditioner after washing, apply a small amount to your wet hair. Apply from root to tip. Rinse. For an intensive conditioning treatment leave it for up to 2 minutes before rinsing. .

Both men's conditioners come in 250ml pump dispensers and are available online at Pall Mall Barbers or in any of our Central London barbers shops.

Men's Shampoo

It's always better to use a shampoo designed for your specific type of hair.  That's we always advise our customers to use a men's shampoo.

Men and women have very different hair and therefore should use different hair products.  We know how easy it is to just pick up whatever bottle of shampoo your other half uses, when your hair needs washing, but honestly, use one designed for your hair type and you really will see the benefit.

At Pall Mall Barbers, we have spent years developing our own men's shampoo and conditioners.  We have an Argan Oil one that is great for drier hair and one with Tea Tree Oil that is more suited to guys with a slightly greasier scalp or hair.

At our barber shops in Central London, we have been cutting and styling mens hair for a very long time - in fact, our barber shops have been around since 1896.  So if there is one thing we know a lot about, it's definitely men's hair! That's why we developed our own range of men's shampoo because we wanted to apply that expertise and create the very best range of products we could.

So which men's shampoo would be best for you?

Pall Mall Barbers Luxury Argan Oil Men's Shampoo is a deep nourishing treatment with vitamin E, Argan oil and essential fatty acids. This men's shampoo is recommended for daily use to help blitz dandruff and itchy scalp. It also helps to repair split ends.

The main ingredient is Argon Oil that comes from a natural plant oil produced from the kernels of the Argan tree that is endemic to Morocco.  To use Argan Oil Men's Shampoo, rinse hair in warm water. Apply shampoo and slowly work into a ‘tingling’ rich lather whilst massaging scalp. Leave for 30 seconds and rinse completely. Repeat if required and finish with conditioner for best results.

Pall Mall Barbers Luxury Tea Tree Men's Shampoo is a more stimulating and invigorating shampoo for men infused with organic tea tree and eucalyptus oils and is suitable for all hair types. It is ideal for problem scalps and it is both mild and effective with regular use.

To use Tea Tree Men's Shampoo rinse hair in warm water. Apply shampoo and slowly work into a ‘tingling’ rich lather whilst massaging scalp. Leave for 30 seconds and rinse completely. Repeat if required and finish with conditioner for best results.

Both men's shampoo come in 250ml pump dispensers and are available online at Pall Mall Barbers or in any of our Central London barbers shops.

Shaving Cream

All men use something during their daily shaving ritual to help their razor glide across the skin - it may be a shaving cream, a gel, an oil or foam.

Here at Pall Mall Barbers, we use a shaving cream.  In our opinion, it really is the best product to use.  And we should know what we're talking about.  Pall Mall Barbers has been in London since 1896 cutting mens hair and delivering the closest, smoothest shaves in the capital,  All from our traditionally styled barbers shops.

In fact, we provide ourselves on delivering a traditional service in a modern manner for over 100 years.

Our barbers are some of the most experienced and respected in the UK today and you'll often see them in magazines, on the TV or radio talking about their skills and sharing their advice.  In fact, when a media company wants an expert's view or advice on shaving, it's Pall Mall Barbers they turn to. So, when we say a shaving cream is the best product to use, you should listen.

Our Pall Mall Barbers Sandalwood and Clove Shaving Cream has been developed using the finest ingredients and contains prickly pear seed oil and jojoba oil combine in this hydrating shaving cream to deliver a luxury lather and a comfortable shave.

It will create a thick moisturising foam when lathered up with a shaving brush and the circular movements with encourage the bristles on your face to stand up.This means your razor can get closer to the base of the hair, so you get a smoother shave.  The oils in the shaving cream will soften and hydrate your skin so that it feels super smooth afterwards.  Use regularly and not only will your shaving experience and end result will be better, but people will probably start commenting on the quality of your skin too.

If you'd like to try some of Pall Mall Barbers shaving cream, you can buy it in any of our Central London barbers shops or on our website, on the shaving cream page.

Beard Oil

Beards are still the look of the moment and it seems the bushier the better.  But that doesn't mean it should be scruffy.

At our barbers shop in Central London, Pall Mall Barbers see beards of all shapes and sizes and we've got loads of tips and advice on how to keep them looking good and in shape.

The best product you can use on your beard, is beard oil.  The one we use at Pall Mall Barbers, is our very own Sandalwood and Clove Beard Oil.  We've developed it ourselves, using the finest ingredient and testing it on our customers.

Our beard oil contains three different essential oils that are blended together to leave your skin and beard hair in unparalleled condition. Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil and Vitamin E Oils will protect and moisturise your skin, as well as leaving your beard hair revitalised, soft and above all else in perfect condition to style and manage.

Scented with the Barbershop Traditional favourites of Sandalwood and Clove, our beard oil will fit perfectly in the dob kit and at home.

You can buy it on the beard oil page of the Pall Mall Barbers website or in any of our Central London barbers shop.

Ryan Gosling Hairstyle - How to Get the Look

Ryan Gosling has had various hairstyles - from cropped to floppy to bleached blond.  Somehow, he always manages to carry it off.

So here are Pall Mall Barbers' tips on how to replicate this particular Ryan Gosling Hairstyle.  Follow our advice to style your hair into the really popular and classic style of actor  Ryan Gosling - star of hit films Drive, Stupid Crazy Love and Gangster Squad.

This haircut is ideal for anyone with a cowlick at the front of their hair.

One of the main advantages of this haircut is that you can look smart for work by brushing your hair through with a small round brush that has Pall Mall Barbers styling spray on it, or you can go for a more casual look as shown on the picture above by applying a small amount of Pall Mall Barbers Flexible Shine through the mid lengths and ends when blow dried.

To achieve this look visit Pall Mall Barbers and book a wash and cut or restyle depending on your length of hair.  You can phone us or book online

Have your hair scissor cut on the back and sides; this gives a softer finish than the clippers. Then leave the fringe (bang) slightly longer and have an even scissor cut throughout the top section of the hair. The haircut will then be connected and lined out. Depending on your hairline it may be beneficial to have some clipper over comb around the nape of the neck. We've got a great video explaining this for you, so check out the Ryan Gosling hairstyle here.

We recommend Pall Mall Barbers Flexible Shine for the Ryan Gosling hairstyle, which is available from our London barbers.

Flexible Shine

Beard Oil Recommended by the Experts

We think our Beard Oil is really something special. We can't help it.  We know about these things and Pall Mall Barber's Sandalwood and Clove Beard Oil really is the dog's b*****ks!

So you can imagine our delight when someone else who really knows their stuff thinks so too.

The Grooming Guide aims to offer an unbiased, informative and entertaining insight. Their focus is real men as well as icons, expert access and products that really work. To that end every item they feature has been tested by them or referred to a panel of testers. Whether Firemen, Junior Doctors or Mountain Recue Teams they have done the hard work so you don’t need to.

In a recent post on the Grooming Guide website,  they've featured our Beard Oil which left their tester's beard hair "revitalised and left in the perfect condition to style and manage".  So glad you liked it mate!

Why not check out the rest of their site, it's full of useful advice, tips and product information to keep the modern man looking good. You can also follow them on twitter.

Our richly opulent Beard Oil contains three different oils combined to leave your skin and beard hair in unparalleled condition. Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil and Vitamin E Oils not only protect and moisturise your skin, but also leave your beard hair soft, easy to shape and looking refreshed. Scented with the barber shop traditional favourites sandalwood and clove our beard oil will fit perfectly in the dob kit and at home.

So if you want a beard care product that works and will help to shape and condition your beard hair, then why not try our Beard Oil for yourself? You can get it online or in any of our Central London barber shops.  And if you want to know how to use it, we've got a video of Erin demonstrating exactly how to apply it. Have a look at the beard oil video here.

And if you are popping into one of our barbers shops, then book in for a beard trim and get your beard in the best shape possible at the hands of one of our experienced barbers.

Traditional Barber Shop in Central London

Pall Mall Barbers and our traditional barber shop is the star of the show!

At Pall Mall Barbers we’re very proud of our traditional barber shop interior.  All wood paneling, lean over sinks and tiling. Not only is it a nod to the great history of barbering but we also see it as staying true to the integrity of a real barbers environment and reflecting our skills as professionals. If you'd like to see our traditional barber shops in London you'll find details of central London locations by clicking on the links above.

It seems many others think so too. And this is probably why our traditional barbers shops in London are often featured as the backdrop in photo shoots, high profile interviews and filming sequences.  You may have seen us in some leading men’s publications like GQ and on some prime TV programmes, such as Heir Hunters on the BBC.

And it looks like our traditional barber shop in Fitzrovia will be on your screens again soon.  It will be featured as the setting for an interview that took place recently for a programme that will be seen on BBC sometime in the near future.

We’re always surprised at how much work goes into filming a sequence, no matter how short it will finally be.  The team who were setting it up were great and it was really interesting to see what was involved. And we like to think the real star of the show was our lovely London barber shop!

As soon as we know when it will be aired and on which BBC channel, we’ll let you know.

Beard Care Advice

For all things beard related, Pall Mall Barbers really are the experts. So if you're looking for  beard care, styling and maintenance,  the team have compiled their top tips for guys participating in Decembeard.

Since 2011 Beating Bowel Cancer has invited men to take part in Decembeard and raise money to help those affected by bowel cancer by getting sponsored to grow a beard. Every December, the campaign is designed to raise money for the charity, helping and supporting people with bowel cancer and their families and raising awareness of the disease, its symptoms and the need for early diagnosis.

TOP TIPS

• In the initial stages,  use trimmers to beard trim and keep it sharp. Even light stubble can look stylish with some lining out and shaping.
• Don’t throw your razor away just yet; keeping the neck and cheeks clean shaven, this gives the beard a more prominence and adds to the overall shape.
• Shave away the flyaway hairs on your cheeks and keep the lines on the face quite natural with a nice curved line.
• Your neck line, depending on your beard type i.e. natural, styled or stubble, will vary.  But try not to let the beard grow too far down the neck; taking the neckline higher will give a fuller and thicker look.
• When determining the neckline, start anywhere between the top of your Adam’s apple and the crease in your neck that leads to your jaw.
• To keep the beard looking neat and healthy use a shampoo and/or a conditioner, you will notice the difference straight away; it will be easier to manage and will become a lot easier and a comb will fly through those knots.
• A good looking beard requires good styling and home maintenance. A small beard kit is essential to keep it  in line. A basic kit should consist of Scissors, a fine tooth comb, beard oil and a moustache wax.
• To keep unruly facial hair in order with a healthy shine, add a few drops of beard oil and smooth over the beard. Pall Mall Barbers Sandalwood and Clove Beard Oil which helps to condition beards.
• Even with these great tips, you may not fancy doing it yourself. If that's the case, call into one of our barber shops or make an appointment online and book in for a beard trimming service from London's beard experts.

We trim your beard and get it into shape for you, so that it'll be easier to care for and maintain.

You can also pick up our luxury Beard Oil in store or order it online.  And we've got a great video of Erin from Pall Mall Barbers showing you how to use it. Watch the beard shaping video here.

Looking After Your Beard

Beards... for men, are still really popular and it seems they're getting bushier too.  They do require some maintenance to keep in shape though, so it's important to regularly wash and condition that hairy face of yours.

We've got a great list of top styling tips for beards - shaping and maintaining them  from our resident beard experts at Pall Mall Barbers. Check out our blog article on beard trimming to see the  full list.

But maybe it's not you that's growing all that facial hair, but the man in your life.  And as Christmas is coming, we've got some great gift ideas of men that include some luxury beard care products - beard oil or moustache wax anyone?

We've even got a beard oil video on our youtube channel to show the bearded fellow exactly how to use it, so for Beard Oil or Moustache wax tips have a look.  Don't forget you can buy them both online too.

All beards need trimming but it can be a bit tricky if you're new to the whole beard thing. Maybe treat the man in your life to a voucher and get our barbers to shape it into style and at the same time offer some expert tips on how to care for and maintain it?

But it's not just us that things our gifts for beards are great, even those experts at Beard Bias Blog think so too! They've included the Pall Mall Barber shop gift vouchers on their Christmas List for a Bearded Gent.

Post Shave Balm

Post shave balm is the best way to finish your daily shaving ritual.

The final step in the Pall Mall Barbers unique 3 Step Shaving System is our Sandalwood and Clove Post Shave Balm.

If you’ve followed the 3 step process, it’s important to finish with a product that will soothe and smooth your skin, so that it looks refreshed and feels comfortable.

We developed this product after years of experience shaving men’s faces and noticing which products worked and listening to the specific needs of our customers.

Hence, our Sandalwood and Clove Post Shave Balm has been developed using the best ingredients available.

It contains prickly pear seed oil which will calm and soothe the skin after your shave, and then glycerine to smooth it, and prevent any dry or rough patches developing. Its masculine scent of sandalwood and clove adds a luxurious end to your daily shaving ritual, as well as containing antiseptic properties to protect your skin.

To use the post shave balm, simply dispense a one pump dose after shaving and massage into your face. It you want to see a video to see exactly how to follow each step in our professional shaving system including the post shave balm, watch it here.

Suitable for all skin types, the post shave balm can be bought on its own or as a set with the pre shave scrub and shaving cream with from the exclusive Pall Mall Barbers 3 Step Shaving System.

Shaving Cream for Men

Shaving cream is a must for a good shave.

The second step in our exclusive 3 step shaving system is the shaving cream.

We developed the Pall Mall Barbers shaving cream over several years. Applying our experience as barbers, listening to our customers and noticing what products worked well.

The result is this Sandalwood and Clove Shaving Cream with its luxurious scent and thick lather.  It contains prickly pear seed and jojoba oil which combine to create a smooth, creamy lather that encourages the bristles on your face to stand up, so that you get a smoother and more comfortable shave.

To use this shaving cream, all you need to do it wet your face with warm water, dispense one pump of the cream from the canister directly onto the face and lather it up with a shaving brush. Using circular movements with your shaving brush with generate a generous lather.  We’ve got a great video of Erin demonstrating the technique for you.

Once you’ve finished your wet shave, rinse any remaining shaving cream off your face with cool water and pat your face dry – don’t rub it with the towel.

The natural products in this shaving cream make it suitable for all skin types, even sensitive ones and it comes in a 100ml dispenser which will last quite a while as a single pump dose is all you need for your daily shave.

This product can be bought on its own or as part of our 3 step shaving system – a professionally developed range of shaving products specifically designed for men, to give the closest and smoothest shave possible.

Barber Shop Gift Voucher Make Great Gifts For Men

Looking for some inspired gifts for men?

Gifts for men can be really tricky especially at this time of year, or so everyone tells us.  We have to disagree though. As we’re sure the one thing any man would be delighted to receive is a gift voucher from Pall Mall Barbers!

As a traditional barbers in Central London, we offer full barbering services such as wet shaves and beard trimming as well as men's hairdressing services.  We've also got a range of luxury products for all the grooming requirements of a man who likes to look good, and they all are great gifts for men. But if you’re really not sure what to get that special someone, then a voucher would be the perfect gift.

A real treat for any man, is a luxury wet shave. So imagine receiving a gift voucher from one of the oldest and most respected barber shops in London (yep, that’s us) to experience the closest, smoothest shave ever. With a men's shaving gift voucher from Pall Mall Barbers, you will be sure to impress the man in your life. Our men's shaving sets make a great gift too for any man with the highest quality shaving razors and shaving brushes. Or for the well groomed male who has everything, why not treat them to a manicure set for men? With a men's shaving gift from Pall Mall Barbers you won’t leave anyone unhappy! See our range of shaving products.

We recently launched our eponymous Pall Mall Barbers range of haircare and hair styling products for men, so whatever the hairstyle of choice for the man in your life, we’ve got the perfect product.

Also, our luxury 3 step shaving system has been developed by professional barbers using the best quality ingredients and with the masculine scent of sandalwood and clove. You can buy each of these shaving products for men individually or as a set.  They would make great gifts for men.  Or buy a gift voucher and let him decide exactly what he’d like to try.

Our quality vouchers are sent in a beautiful high quality card case that looks classic, masculine and stylish- in keeping with the Pall Mall Barbers brand that stands for style and excellence making a perfect gift for any occasion

For a range of values to suit your pocket, you can call into our Central London barbers shops or purchase them online on our gift vouchers page.


If you still can't decide, why not call into one of our Central London barbers shops and get some advice. We'd be happy to help.

Beard Shaping and Beard Trimming Advice

For all things beard related, Pall Mall Barbers really are the experts. So if you're looking for  beard care, styling and maintenance,  the team have compiled their top tips for guys participating in Decembeard.

Since 2011 Beating Bowel Cancer has invited men to take part in Decembeard and raise money to help those affected by bowel cancer by getting sponsored to grow a beard. Every December, the campaign is designed to raise money for the charity, helping and supporting people with bowel cancer and their families and raising awareness of the disease, its symptoms and the need for early diagnosis.

TOP TIPS

• In the initial stages,  use trimmers to beard trim and keep it sharp. Even light stubble can look stylish with some lining out and shaping.
• Don’t throw your razor away just yet; keeping the neck and cheeks clean shaven, this gives the beard a more prominence and adds to the overall shape.
• Shave away the flyaway hairs on your cheeks and keep the lines on the face quite natural with a nice curved line.
• Your neck line, depending on your beard type i.e. natural, styled or stubble, will vary.  But try not to let the beard grow too far down the neck; taking the neckline higher will give a fuller and thicker look.
• When determining the neckline, start anywhere between the top of your Adam’s apple and the crease in your neck that leads to your jaw.
• To keep the beard looking neat and healthy use a shampoo and/or a conditioner, you will notice the difference straight away; it will be easier to manage and will become a lot easier and a comb will fly through those knots.
• A good looking beard requires good styling and home maintenance. A small beard kit is essential to keep it  in line. A basic kit should consist of Scissors, a fine tooth comb, beard oil and a moustache wax.
• To keep unruly facial hair in order with a healthy shine, add a few drops of beard oil and smooth over the beard. Pall Mall Barbers Sandalwood and Clove Beard Oil which helps to condition beards.

Even with these great tips, you may not fancy doing it yourself. If that's the case, call into one of our barber shops or make an appointment online and book in for a beard trimming service from London's beard experts.

We trim your beard and get it into shape for you, so that it'll be easier to care for and maintain.

You can also pick up our luxury Beard Oil in store or order it online here.  And we've got a great video of Erin from Pall Mall Barbers showing you how to use it. Watch it here.