A Stormtrooper’s Guide to Galactic Grooming
Troopers, today’s field report puts the spotlight on BRS-001 // Rooster’s Nest Bourbon Bay Rum Aftershave Splash—a handcrafted, small-batch bay rum aftershave straight out of Lexington, Kentucky. If you’re searching for a classic bay rum with a modern bourbon twist, this one deserves your attention. This bay rum was recommended by my fellow Westside Wet … Read moreBRS-001 // Rooster’s Nest Bourbon Bay Rum
Awwwww. Bay Rum. The scent that launched a thousand shaves. One of the oldest aftershave profiles in the galaxy dating back to the 1800s and still kicking like a blaster bolt to the senses. I may pause shaving on weekends (even stormtroopers need rest cycles), but leading up to the Bay Rum Battle Royale this … Read morePAA Clásico & Atomic Age Bay Rum
Trooper TK-421 reporting final results from the Grooming Garrison… And the winner is…Stirling Soap Co – Barbershop ✂️ After weeks of intense matchups and thousands of clicks across the galaxy… this legendary scent stands alone as the Champion of the Shavetrooper Barbershop Showdown!The Final was a nail-biter — your votes came down to the last … Read more💈MISSION ACCOMPLISHED 🥇
This is Trooper TK-421 reporting from Grooming Garrison HQ… We’ve reached the FINAL BATTLE in the Barbershop Showdown! Two legendary titans of scent remain—both armed with classic power and loyal followings across the galaxy. Stirling Soap Co – Barbershop ✂️vsPhoenix Artisan Accoutrements – CaD ⚡️ Only one will claim the Imperial Title of Supreme Barbershop … Read more🏆FINAL SHOWDOWN TRANSMISSION 🏅
Troopers, we have reached the Final Four in the Shavetrooper’s Barbershop Showdown! After intense battles, close votes, and some tough eliminations, you have chosen the best of the best in my Grooming Garrison! 🔥 Final Four Matchups 🔥 ⚔️ Stirling Soap Co – Barbershop vs HAGS – Barberwood⚔️ PAA – CaD vs Barrister & Mann … Read more🏆 The Final Four: Barbershop Showdown 🏆
Alright, troopers! We’ve battled through the First Round, and now the Sweet 16 of the Shavetrooper’s Barbershop Showdown is locked in! The sets that earned a First Round Bye are stepping into the arena, ready to defend their status against the 8 soaps that YOU selected to advance. This tournament started with 24 of my … Read more🏆 BARBERSHOP SHOWDOWN SWEET 16 SET! 🏆
Troopers, it’s time to settle another epic battle in the Grooming Garrison! Inspired by March Madness (and thanks to some encouragement from The Shave Migos), I present to you Shavetrooper’s Barbershop Showdown—a tournament featuring 24 top-tier Barbershop shave soaps, all competing for the title of Best Barbershop Scent! VOTING STARTS TOMORROW ON INSTAGRAM! Starting tomorrow … Read more🏆 BARBERSHOP SHOWDOWN – THE TOURNAMENT BEGINS! 🏆
🍊🪒 Stirling Soap Co 🪒🍊 Troopers, today’s mission was powered by Stirling Soap Co’s Satsuma—an explosive blend of sweet mandarins and oriental spices. This orange-scented powerhouse delivered big in both performance and aroma, making for the perfect battlefield refresh. 🖌 ShaveForge Brush – Deployed effortlessly, whipping up a thick, rich lather for a smooth glide. … Read more#SOTD 24 Mar 2025
Another 2023 AZ Meet Up Classic! 🚨🪒 #SOTD @phoenix_shaving 🪒🚨 Troopers, today’s shave was legendary. PAAs Cavendish – A true classic pipe tobacco scent! If you love rich, nostalgic aromas, this is the set for you. 🔹 PAA Cavendish – A beautifully aromatic blend of dark Kentucky & Burley tobacco, cherry, and vanilla. This scent … Read more#SOTD 20 Feb 2025
🇺🇸 #SOTD – A Presidential Shave! 🇺🇸 Troopers, today’s President’s Day shave was all about history and heritage! 💈✨ 🔹 Heritage Hill Washington shave soap – A tribute to the first Commander-in-Chief! Lathered up effortlessly with my TRC Red & Blue synthetic brush. 🔹 Bricktown Grooming Valley Forge aftershave splash – A patriotic pairing that … Read more#SOTD 17 Feb 2025