Book excerpt: Shaving is one of the most crucial of male grooming disciplines. In this professionally edited and highly comprehensive guide the author takes the reader on an information-rich journey to enjoying a great quality shave in style. Tyrone covers all aspects of shaving crucial to the beginner without becoming overly detailed or wordy: this a true Beginner's Masterclass, created with the aim of rendering shaving accessible, interesting and fun for uninitiated newcomers as well as those frustrated by their present quality of shave. After introducing the aims of the text, the author first turns to the types of razor on offer, examining their advantages and disadvantages: Straight Razors Safety Razors Double Edge Razors Electric Razors Principles of straight razor maintenance, namely stropping and honing, are then covered. After that, we're taken us through a comprehensive list of required equipment: Mirror Pre-shave Oils, Creams and Gels Soap and Lathering Bowl Shave Brush Shaving Scuttle or Mug Aftershave Talcum Powder, Antiseptic and Alum With the set up dealt with, the book's practical portion begins. First there's the best practices surrounding lathering. Both wet and dry type shave lathers are covered here in straightforward, easy to comprehend methods. We then move on to pre-shave preparation followed by instruction on the best razor grips, movements and techniques. After that we look at shave methods as performed both with a straight razor and a double-edge razor. Finally, the book turns to good post-shave practices as well as tips on maintaining both a good environment and good skin quality between shaves.