The Art of Shaving
by Eric Malka, Myriam Zaoui
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Book Reviews of The Art of Shaving
Book Review: Watch the video first
Summary: 4 Stars
I found some useful information in this book. However, most of the tips are display in a fairly well done video at the author's website. Just do a google search on "The Art of Shaving" and view the "Perfect Shave" video. You will see all of the tips acted out. Like shave after a shower, shave with the grain, use a preshave oil, how to dry afterwards, etc.
The book itself is not bad, and a very quick read. The book is not a direct advertisement for the author's products. He actually rarely mentions them in the text. The book is useful no matter who you buy your supplies from.
Book Review: Please buy our advertisement
Summary: 1 Stars
Skip this book. It's simply an over-glorified advertisement for the store of the same name. Reading this, you can enjoy page after page of "To shave properly, you need this product which we conveniently carry in a range of exorbitant prices." Yes! I do need that sterling silver shaving handle, hand crafted by the finest Elbonian craftsmen especially for me, and I cannot live without the lavender-rosemary-thyme-sandalwood-myrrh-poison ivy pre-shave oil! How did I ever shave before these things? Just buy some shaving cream you like and use a gentle touch if you want a better shave.Book Review: Some good information
Summary: 4 Stars
This book covers a lot on technique, tools, and supplies. Some people might not care about the historical elements of shaving, but I found them interesting. A few elements might seem common sense, but not everyone was taught to shave properly. Some of the tips (like using pre-shave oil) were invaluable. It was nicely compiled and a quick, informative read. The "aromatherapy" seemes a bit like snake oil selling, but staying away from alcohols and petro-chemicals is good advice.
Bottom line, I'm getting better shaves after reading this book.
Book Review: A Trivial But Not Unworthy Effort
Summary: 3 Stars
I have read many articles in magazines and on the web on the fine art of shaving and I found nothing new in this very slender book. In my opinion it is not worth the price. Better and more detailed information is available from other sources. However, if this is your sole introduction to shaving, it is worth a read.Book Review: Book review
Summary: 3 Stars
More of an artsy book then a how to. The Leisureguy's Guide to Gourmet Shaving is a better how to book.