While spending a year living in Italy on top of a traditional Italian Barber shop, I promised myself daily that I would brave the language (and age) barrier and book myself a traditional shave just like the old Milanese men who I would see in the shop every morning. Needless to say, I never did manage to have my European shave, so when Paul Anderson, the founder of men’s grooming studio MANKiND in Sydney’s Surry Hills, invited me to try out his new KiND products for men at Grand Royal Barbers, I didn’t hesitate to take him up on the offer.
Using various products from the KiND range, Steve, a fifth generation barber and owner of Grand Royal Barbers, treated me to the most luxurious shaving experience that every man should have the privilege of indulging in at least once in their lifetime (or in their week). Starting with a hot towel to soften my beard, Steve moved on to a face scrub using the KiND Microfine Face Scrub, followed by a close shave using the KiND Smooth Shave cream, then another hot towel and finally a spritz of the KiND Soothing Hydramist to top it all off. At only $40, this shave was an affordable luxury.
Two days later, my skin is glowing and blemish free (this is a big deal for guys as we normally suffer from ingrown hairs after a regular shave). The KiND products are some of the best products I have tried for men as they use naturally derived Australian native bush essences and highly active ingredients to address the unique characteristics of male skin conditions without the harsh chemicals. And unlike most other products on the market for men, they smell natural and are not overly fragrant.
The KiND products for men are a great gift idea and even come in a compact travel kit. They are available online at www.mankindonline.com.au. And why not top it all off and spoil your man with a gift voucher for a shave at Grand Royal Barbers?
You should also check out the different services that Steve and his professional, experienced team at Grand Royal Barbers offer at www.grandroyalbarbers.com.au
MANKIND salon:
425 Crown Street (opposite Clock hotel)
Surry Hills, Sydney
Phone: (02) 9081 0222
https://www.mankind.com.au/
You can find Grand Royal Barbers at two locations:
397 Liverpool Street
Darlinghurst, Sydney
Phone: (02) 9360 3063
Shop 2A, 10 Spring Street
Sydney
Phone: (02) 9221 8886
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