Best Grooming Tools to Try in 2025
Words by Maya Avram
Your grooming routine is more than just upkeep: it’s a daily ritual of precision, care and control. For some, that means the meditative scrape of a blade, while for others, the instant ease of a trimmer. Either way, having the right tools at hand will make all the difference. From heritage shaving sets to advanced skincare and cutting-edge technology, these are staples that will keep you looking and feeling your best, every day.
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Czech & Speake No.88 Badger Hair Shaving Set & Stand
Best for: A Classic Wet Shave
Appreciators of the finer things will value this award-winning shaving set from Czech & Speake. Its design pays homage to tradition while embracing modernity, crafted with anodised aluminium that ensures both durability and corrosion resistance. Perched atop of it, the Mach III razor delivers a clean, close shave, complemented with a badger hair brush that whips up a rich, velvety lather. Completing the routine is the signature No.88 shaving soap with its woody, uplifting scent that lingers throughout the day.
Bolin Webb R1 Chrome Razor and Stand Set
Best for: Precision
Bolin Webb’s attention to detail shines through every aspect of its award-winning R1 razor. Engineered in England, it pairs an ergonomic handle with a sleek chrome finish to deliver both style and performance. Fitted with a long-lasting Mach III blade crafted from high-quality stainless steel and enhanced with an atomic coating, its front-pivot design ensures balanced pressure across the blades. This ensures a smooth, precise glide with every shave.
Panasonic Waterproof Electric Shaver
Best for: Bespoke Comfort
Meet the razor that delivers a smooth glide, flexible movement and tailored precision. Engineered with sharp stainless-steel Japanese blades, an ultra-fast linear motor and a responsive beard sensor, Panasonic’s Electric Shaver adapts effortlessly to your face. Its two-way pivoting head and three independently floating blades follow every contour, reducing pressure and minimising skin irritation. Whether for daily grooming or taming grown-out stubble, its intelligent design ensures comfort and custom performance.
Manscaped The Beard Hedger Essentials Kit
Best for: A Versatile Touch-Up
Despite the playful moniker, Manscaped’s The Beard Hedger takes grooming seriously. Dubbed “the ultimate mane-tamer” by GQ, it pairs a powerful motor with a 41 mm titanium-coated blade – angled for optimal precision – to deliver a smooth, almost weightless glide across the skin. Completed with a cleansing Beard shampoo, a hydrating Beard conditioner, a comb and scissors, this kit is a one-stop shop of meticulous care.
Acqua di Parma Barbiere Soft Shaving Cream
Best for: Skin Prep
Acqua di Parma’s Collezione Barbiere brings Italian indulgence to your everyday routine. The Soft Shaving Cream is luxuriously rich and velvety, infused with pomegranate seed oil, lemon oil and basil extract to nourish the skin, soften whiskers and ensure a seamless glide. The result? Less razor burn, more refinement, and a complexion that is equally refreshed and groomed.
Jo Malone London Black Cedarwood & Juniper Aftershave Moisturiser
Best for: Hydration and Scent Layering
Jo Malone London is famed for its irresistible fragrances, designed to be layered for a truly personal signature. Here, the brand blends woody Black Cedarwood and Juniper with skin-loving ingredients such as hyaluronic acid for hydration and antioxidants to help protect against environmental stressors. The result is a lightweight formula that soothes and replenishes post-shave, while doubling as an aromatic base for your favourite cologne.