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Baldape Parlour: A Grooming Brand To Watch!

What a pleasure to be promoting a small business doing amazing things for the planet, whilst helping men in the meantime!

Looking at the above photo – you will have guessed it by now – this is about hair removal / back and body grooming.

What is the brand about

Baldape Parlour offers stylish and affordable kits to men to help them remove their back and body hair without having to visit a professional. It allows them to take control of their bodies in a way that hasn’t been done before.

There is no need for razors, helpers or salon treatments here.

Let’s have a closer look.

The Silverback Kit

The Silverback Kit contains a vegan-friendly formulated Charcoal Hair Removal Cream, that clears hair in as little as three minutes. It also offers a ‘helping hand’ for self-application of the cream with an easily washable and replaceable velvet applicator and additional sponge for use in removing stubborn hair.

Finally, the kit also features a soft and exfoliating elastic tool with microfibres that easily reach all areas to wipe away hair after application of the cream. 

How do hair removal creams work?

Hair removal (depilatory) creams contain certain alkaline chemicals that safely react with the hair on your body. They break down the Keratin (the protein structure of your hair), causing it to weaken and dissolve. This leaves the hair in a jelly-like state which can be easily wiped away. 

And the best part? Baldape’s kits are natural, vegan and sustainable, and ethically derived. The brand even donates 5% of its profits to important causes such as Animal Aid and Rainforest trust. 

One last tip

On average, customers tend to need a re-up on cream every 6-8 weeks to stay consistently smooth.


About the brand

In their own words: “We’re small but we aim to operate ethically and sustainably through minimising our plastic packaging, using truly recyclable materials and natural, eco-friendly ingredients, free from animal testing in all our products.

“We care about people feeling their best but also for the environment and with each and every sale, your contributions will go towards building a sustainable future..”

More details

Visit www.baldapeparlour.com

And please note that alongside the kit, Baldape Parlour also offers skincare solutions for men; something that not too many small brands are doing. 

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Haircare

A selection of men’s grooming products including Conditioner, Shampoo, Styling Cream, Hair Gel, Matte Wax, Matte Clay & Salt Spray.


Organic Shampoo for Pets by Green People

UK’s first certified organic range of pet grooming products. Pet-friendly, natural & organic / Gentle for sensitive skin / Non-irritating & non-toxic ingredients.
Read StylePilot’s review.
From £14.00 for 200ml and is available directly from www.GreenPeople.co.uk

Matte Wax Light by Fudge Urban

Long-lasting matte finish with flexible, medium hold, perfect for finer hair types! Unique clay-cream texture smooths through hair giving texture and definition without weighing it down.
£6.99 RRP. Shop at www.superdrug.com

Vegan Full Body Hair Removal Kit by Sugar Coated

Sugar Coated is the future of hair removal and the ethical alternative to waxing. Sugar Coated provides an ultra-effective hair removal treatment that is gentle on your skin and the environment. Our vegan sugar wax is a 100% natural and made from just sugar and water. It is completely water soluble and biodegradable (no more messy spills ruining carpets and clothes) and is eco-friendly with our washable and reusable strips.
Visit www.sugarcoatedhairremoval.com

Curl Cream and Essential Oil by Olew

Guys, if you are a long lover of a bouncy ‘FRO’ or only just starting to embrace the curl, these products are perfect for you! 
Olew products are packed with natural, hydrating, and nourishing ingredients to give curlies the curls they deserve.
The curly hair collection from Olew has all your hair needs covered and are super easy to incorporate into your regular hair care regimen; perfect for men on-the-go.
Visit www.olew.cymru

Daily Calma Shampoo for dry and damaged hair by Centred

A luxurious lather that won’t strip the hair or scalp of its natural moisture. Our Daily Calma Shampoo is a Calming blend of Aloe Vera, Chamomile and Orange Blossom Water combined with a coconut derived cleanser for gently removing daily build up whilst soothing the scalp, smoothing the hair and calming the mind.
£22 RRP for 250 ml
Visit www.wearecentred.com

Hair Rescue Repair Spray by Natur Vital

Hydrolysed Wheat Proteins (HWP) penetrate and strengthen the hair shaft, improving its hydration levels, softness and shine, and making it less susceptible to breaking. The Phytoactive Complex obtained from Wheat and Soy sprouts and Ginseng extract provide the scalp with the energy and nutrients it needs to stimulate hair growth. No Colourant & Silicon Free.
£8,95 RRP. Shop at www.naturvital.co.uk

Densifying Shampoo for Men by Christophe Robin

Cleansing Thickening Paste with Pure Rassoul Clay And Tahitian Algae.
This shampoo is ideal for men with fine or thinning hair.
Its innovative formula, composed with 95% natural-origin ingredients, is concentrated with pure rassoul clay. Rich in minerals, it gently absorbs impurities that suffocate the scalp and immediately brings fullness and body to the roots. It is combined with a Tahitian algae known for its densifying and invigorating properties.
£40 RRP. Shop at www.christopherobin.co.uk

Wax, Paste & Clay by Johnny’s Chop Shop

Dragon Hair Wax: Medium hold hair wax enriched with Dragon blood plant extract. £7.00 RRP
No1 Matt Paste: Matt look pro-quality for long lasting hold, texture & definition. £7.00 RRP
Wild Cat Hair Clay: Strong hold, matt finish styling clay imported from Asia. Contains Beeswax, Sage Leaf, Extract & Black Pepper. £7.00 RRP
Shop at www.johnnys-chopshop.com

Builder’s Dust by Johnny’s Chop Shop

Gets a grip of limp hair and instantly adds texture, builds volume while degreasing and freshening.
£5.50 RRP. Shop at www.johnnys-chopshop.com

Gift Of Style Grooming Set by Osmo

The professional haircare brand created a collection of unique gift packs including its most successful ranges such as Grooming.
The ultimate styling experience for all style conscious gents in search of effortlessly cool originality, textured control and look definition. The pack is the ideal Christmas treat to have to offer as a gift.
Contents: Matt Clay ExtremeTM (100ml), 1 x Fibre SculptTM (100ml), 1 x Detoxify Shampoo (250ml).
£19,99 RRP. Visit www.feelunique.com

Xpander Whip Conditioner and Gelée Shampoo by Fudge Professional

Shampoo: Perfect for fine and limp hair in need of weightless volume, this specially designed shampoo uses Opti-plex technology, caffeine and ginseng to cleanse the hair whilst providing bounce and all day volume.
Conditioner: Perfect for fine, limp hair, this Xpander Whip Conditioner works to plump and volumise. Formulated with weightless fibre-dense technology, it visibly strengthens and thickens leaving the hair looking and feeling stronger and fuller.
£9,99 RRP each from www.lookfantastic.com

C-8 Invisible Volume Chalk by Electric

The chalk contains no magnesium, it only uses natural chalk – sourced from the white cliffs in Sussex (England) – to provide instant grip, hold and volume.
£19,50 RRP. Shop at www.electric-hair.com

The Original Brow Shaper by Lilibeth New York

To use the Brow Shaper, just place at a slight angle (45-degree) against clean, dry skin. Without any extra pressure, glide the Brow Shaper across your skin in short strokes. Watch the hair and dead skin remove instantly and pain free! After each use, wipe clean.
Tip: It is best advised to practice on a large area first, like your arm. To use the Brow Shaper on your face, pull the skin taught.
Why not try the Brow Shaper elsewhere?  It works on the delicate upper lip area and is great for those pesky little hairs on your chin, along the cheek and back of neck.
£7.49 RRP. Shop at www.makeupbox-ldn.co.uk

Silver Caffeine Shampoo, Styling Cream, Thickening Spray by Trevor Sorbie

Trevor Sorbie Mg Thicker & Fuller Thickening Spray contains botanical blends, multi-vitamins and amino acid complexes to add body and thickness to fine and thinning hair and care for the scalp.
Trevor Sorbie Mg Silver Caffeine Shampoo reduces unwanted yellow tones and revitalises grey, white or blonde hair.
Trevor Sorbie Mg Curl Tamer Styling Cream controls, defines and enhances your natural curls. Perfect for those who want to get long-lasting control and definition whilst nourishing and strengthening the hair. It can be applied on dry or wet hair.
Available to buy online from trevorsorbie.com, Boots.com , Boots stores and Trevor Sorbie salons now.

Matte Clay by Osmo

Osmo Matte Clay Extreme (100ml) is the prefect clay for giving extreme hold and natural expression. Will tame flyaway hairs whilst also giving extreme, yet flexible hold. Has a matte finish. Suitable for short to medium length hair. Completely cruelty-free.
£8,45 RRP (100ml). Shop at www.feelunique.com

Matte Wax by Fudge Urban

No shine wax for a messed up look. Super dry, non-sticky wax gives raw matte finish with a firm hold.
How to use: Rub through dry hair and style as desired.
£7,49 RRP (70ml). Shop at www.boots.com

Salt Spray Texturiser by Osmo

California dreamin’… evoke the beach babe and surfer chic look. Mattifying texturiser sea salt spray for gritty and messed up hair.
Directions: for a matt textured style, shake well before use. For best results use Osmo Matt Salt Spray on dry hair. Spray sparingly onto sections. For added volume, spray through damp hair and blowdry as normal.
£8.50 RRP. Shop www.feelunique.com

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Mankind Grooming Box: The Apothecary Collection

This must be the best and most luxurious bundle of this year! And even Black Friday won’t be that! The Apothecary Collection is worth over £239, yet it only costs £55 RRP and is only available at Mankind.

(Please note that Mankind is actually offering 15% off this collection*, just use Code: GROOM15).

However, this is not the only reason why we fell for it. We also really liked the carefully curated assortment of luxury male grooming essentials.

The collection is centred around exciting, innovative formulations at the cutting edge of male grooming, and giving you the opportunity to discover them for yourself. What else could you ask for?

The six products you will find inside

Argentum La Lotion Infinie Body Cream, 200ml (worth £84.00)

Rediscover your skin’s youthful capacity with ARgENTUM’s la lotion infinie Body Cream, an intense, soothing moisturiser that targets problem areas on the body to leave it feeling soft and replenished.

Backed by years of scientific research, the 99.5% natural origins cream harnesses the same powerful ingredients as the iconic cream, a blend of Silver Hydrosol and DNA HP. Working together, the ingredients melt quickly into skin, instantly hydrating, tightening and strengthening skin to create a barrier against oxidative stress. Its dose of caffeine stimulates circulation for re-energised, radiant skin, and small cutaneous imperfections will appear corrected and rebalanced. Suitable for all ages and skin types, the miracle cream will leave your body feeling super-hydrated, younger and softer. Infused with a signature, uplifting scent.

E-Cooking Peel Mask, 50ml (worth £37.00)

Peeling effect which smoothens and tightens creases.

The content of plant extract and Vitamin E in the Ecooking™ Peeling Mask decreases the appearance of creases and wrinkles and at the same time it gives a smoother and younger look.

Please note that Ecooking is a cruelty-free brand; they do not test any of their products on animals. All products are natural, organic, paraben-free and vegan.

The Refinery Shave Oil, 30ml (worth £31.00)

A must-have for the ultimate close shave. This fast-absorbing, lightweight oil prepares the skin for a soothing shave without leaving and oily residue. Borage, Jojoba and Rosehip Seed oil help promote elasticity and strengthen dry, damaged skin and Petitgrain, Patchouli and Geranium soothe and protect the skin.

Directions: massage 4-5 drops onto damp skin before shaving. Shave and rinse with warm water. Can be used under Refinery Shave Foam Gel for dry skin and is also effective as an intensive skin treatment when used under the appropriate Refinery moisturiser.

Babor Cooling Eye Gel, 20ml (worth £32.68)

A lightweight, oil-free, anti-fatigue eye gel the provides a cooling & massaging effect upon application. Helps treat puffy, swollen, fatigued & dry eye area.

Contains alpine stem cells to offer preventative protection against light-induced skin ageing; blended with rhodiola extract, betain & yeast extract to reduces puffiness & dark circles; loaded with polysaccharide & panthenol for hydrating benefits.Unveils a smoother, refreshed, more vibrant looking eye area.

Nanogen 5IN-1 Shampoo & Conditioner, 240ml (worth £9.95)

A combined thickening treatment shampoo and conditioner designed specifically for men. Nanogen’s 5-IN-1 Shampoo & Conditioner takes a multi-targeted approach to hair thickening.

5 easy steps to use it: 1. Cleanse, 2. Condition, 3. Strengthen, 4. Thicken and 5. Exfoliate your hair and scalp.

Please note: Cruelty free, Paraben free, SLS/SLES FREE , silicon free.

ARK Firming Serum, 30ml (worth £45.00)

Defy gravity with the vegan-friendly Firming Serum from ARK Skincare; a revolutionary, anti-ageing serum that tightens, lifts and tones sagging skin by improving resistance to gravity by promoting skin’s elastic fibre architecture.

Unleashing the ultra-firming powers of biomimetic lipopeptide Idealift™, the serum targets skin showing signs ageing including fine lines, wrinkles and loss of elasticity. Highly purified Microalgae extract delivers an instant and long-term tightening effect, while active 100% natural Hyaluronic Acid locks moisture in the skin matrix and boosts collagen synthesis. Skin appears firmer and more flexible, while fine lines are plumped and smoothed.

What else? It is vegan and cruelty-free.

And yes, it is worth mentioning again, that the total value is worth over £239 RRP however it is available at www.mankind.co.uk for only £55.

And remember that there’s a special offer running right now: 15% off this collection*. Use Code: GROOM15.

*Exclusions Apply – Expires 10th November

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Wash Bag by Manual

In Manual’s own words: “This tremendous trio are the ultimate in face rejuvenation and hair well-being. A proven cocktail of ingredients backed by science to fight the signs of ageing, maintain your mane, and keep your head all handsome.”

An original and smart approach with either a “one-time purchase” or a “subscription model”.

Power Shampoo

In a nutshell, what you need to know is that Caffeine stimulates hair follicles. Biotin is vital for keratin production. Saw Palmetto is known to strengthen and revive hair.

WHAT’S INSIDE?
Caffeine
Caffeine is scientifically proven to be a stimulator of hair follicle growth. Tried and tested. So foam up and get your caffeine fix directly to the root of the problem.
Biotin
Biotin supports healthy hair growth and not getting enough can seriously damage your hair mojo. It’s an essential vitamin for the protein synthesis sculpting that masterpiece that is your hair keratin. Michelangelo has nothing on you.
Saw Palmetto
A natural extract that strengthens and revives hair. It’s extracted from one very powerful berry. Oh hair yeah.
Natural goodness
With Ginger, Sage, Olive Oil extracts…thank you Mother Nature.

One-time purchase: Buy now for £14 or subscribe and save 15%: £11.90 every 2 months.

Mr Moisturiser

From the hands to the face, Mr Moisturiser provides unrivalled moisture and skin protection. With Hyaluronic acid, one of nature’s most hydrating molecules, which can hold 1000 tiumes its weight in water and allantoin which soothes, protects, and regenerates the skin.

WHAT’S INSIDE?
Hyaluronic Acid
It’s one of nature’s most hydrating molecules, with our skin holding 50% of the body’s Hyaluronic Acid.
It has an unrivalled love for moisture, attracting 1000 times its weight in water.
Allantoin
Allantoin soothes, protects and regenerates the skin. Bye bye dead skin, hello moisture. A world class all-rounder for keeping skin at the top of its game.

One-time purchase: Buy now for £14 or subscribe and save 15%: £11.90 every 2 months.

Wrinkle Warrior

Fighting wrinkles is a science. Luckily, they don’t have to don a lab coat. They’ve got the ultimate ingredients right here and ready to go to.

WHAT’S INSIDE?
Vitamin C
A potent antioxidant that fights the signs of ageing and neutralises skin damage caused by UV and pollution. It stimulates collagen production, helping against blemishes and hyperpigmentation. Brighter skin for that sunshine glow.
Coenzyme Q10
Naturally occurring, it’s one of the most powerful antioxidants found in the body. Aiding the skin in regeneration and repair. It helps combat the signs of ageing and wrinkles by fighting against free radicals and oxidative stress cell damage.
Peptides
Replenishing the cells and enabling your skin to hold firm, Peptides slow down the ageing process aiding in the synthesis of collagen. No more caving in.
Hyaluronic Acid
Just one gram of Hyaluronic Acid has the remarkable ability to hold up to six litres of water. Making the skin feel and appear hydrated, plump and healthy. This stuff is Triple Hyaluronic Acid – the ultimate in skin hydration and protection – penetrating your skin on many levels.

One-time purchase: Buy now for £24 or subscribe and save 15%: £20.40 every 2 months.

Shop at www.manual.co