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The Airborne Beard and Shave Company is a premium veteran-owned beard care and shaving product retailer. We craft our own line of shaving soaps and beard oils in house as well as provide high quality accessories by only the best retailers, many of which are also veteran owned.

We make our consumable products in-house to ensure the highest quality products. Unlike many of our competitors, we don’t put lip-stick on a pig and call it pretty. If it is a product we sell, it is a quality product. Simple as that.

Many of our products are shipped within 24-48 hours of purchase by either the United States Postal Service or Fedex typically in flat rate boxes. Any USA domestic or military APO/FPO address has free shipping and tracking numbers will be provided when the order is shipped. 

Currently we offer free shipping to any US postal address including APO or FPO addresses. Make sure you have the correct the state as Armed Forces Europe (AE), Armed Forces Pacific (AP), or Armed Forces America (AA), and the APO zip code. The tracking information will only tell you when the order gets to the facility, then it's up to the space availability of the military to get it there, so please be as specific as possible when filling in the address information.

Apparel and accessories (except for brushes and combs) can be returned up to 30 days from the date of purchase for a refund or a replacement. If there is physical damage to the package or you feel it is unsafe to use the items you feel are damaged or unsafe can be returned for equal exchange of the same item or similar item of equal or lesser value. Shave soaps and beard oils at this time, cannot be returned for credit or refund. If you require further assistance, please use our contact form located here.

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Beard oils should be stored out of direct sunlight in a temperature-controlled environment for maximum shelf life. For more information on usage and storage check out our Basic Training page.

Shave soaps should also be stored out of direct sunlight and in a temperature-controlled environment. Additionally, shave soaps should also be kept dry as leaving excess water in an item such as a shave mug or bowl will make the soap soft. The soap should not be used in the shower for the same reasons. More information about usage and storage can be found on our Basic Training page.

Account services we will always try to accommodate. Being that we are a small operation at the moment, large scale wholesale services are considered on a case-by-case basis. For more information please visit the contact us page and put “account services” in the subject line.

Should you have any additional questions that aren’t answered here, or in our articles, you can try the website search located at the bottom of any page or contact us via the contact us page or the messenger service. We do try our best to respond to all inquiries within 24 hours with minimal exclusions.

Your beard does not need to be washed every day. Your face is naturally oily so in order to keep things clear and healthy, you should wash your face every day however, if you wash your beard everyday, you strip those oils from your beard leading to a dry and potentially damaged beard. 

We recommend that you wash your beard every 2 – 3 days and use a conditioning product such as an oil or balm when you do so it remains soft and strong. Washing it more often can lead to your face being itchy and flaky as well as make your beard dry and wiry. 

Body washes and regular soap are created for different parts of your body and are not formulated for your face or beard. Using these types of cleansers can strip your beard of any remaining natural oils and will make it brittle, wiry and dry. We do not recommend this, but if you do, make sure to use an oil or balm.

Yes. For best results, wash your beard with an all-natural beard soap and re-apply beard balm when dry. We recommend an all natural beard balm that contains shea butter for extra conditioning properties.

We recommend twice a day. Once in the morning before you start your day, and once again before you go to bed. This depends of course, on how active you are but we have the best results using this routine.

This is not recommended...if you do use Beard oil as an after shave it can provide some protection against razor burn and what not but it will clog your pores which will cause additional problems such as ingrown hairs, blackheads, or pimples. Our Beard oil is formulated to penetrate hair follicles. 

You shouldn't wait to apply beard oil for too long after getting out of the shower.  We recommend applying the oil to your beard while it is still freshly out of the shower and dried (damp is OK). This is the best time to use it as it is absorbed much easier and provides the best results.

Clean skin helps to stimulate hair growth. You should use a mildcleanserinstead of harsh soap such as a body wash so yourface doesnot dry out or become irritated.

Most men do OK with regular hair shampoo but we don't recommend it. If you do use it, make sure that you fully rinse the shampoo out so your beard doesn't become irritated. Forbeardsthat are especially wiry and unrulyyou should use abeardoil or balm.

1. Wash your beard with a shampoo that is specially formulated for beards.
2. Pat it dry when you are finished. You can use a blow dryer but make sure it is still warm before accomplishing the next step
3. Apply beard oil or balm on a dry beard.
4. Use beard brush or comb to distribute oil or balm.

Nothing that we know of can create additional follicles or increase the rate of growth. we have found however, that unrefined jojoba and argan oils aid in creating the conditions for healthy growth, which means less breakage so your beard will appear thicker and longer faster.

Although studies have shown that there are almost no side effects of using beard oil (especially the natural ones), allergic reactions from people with sensitive skin do occur. We recommend trying it out on an inconspicuous area such as the underside of the wrist or forearm if you are unsure about the effects that certain oils may have on your body.

Yes. Beard oil moisturizes facial hair and the skin beneath. Beard oil is hydrating to the skin and helps soften and tame beard hair, which means it also does double-duty as a styling agent. We believe the ideal beard should look shiny and groomed — not dusty, flaky and shaggy.

Beard oil is well, an oil where as beard balm is more of a wax. In a sense, beard balm is a beard oil with the addition of wax and butters. The wax, which is mostly natural beeswax, is used to keep the balm in a solid state and also, to give your beard more staying power. The more beeswax the balm has, the stronger the hold. 

Just like many oils (e.g. jojoba oil or argon oil for beard care), coconut oil is fantastic. It's not greasy just like other oils and due to lauric acid, it's able to penetrate your skin more effectively. The conditioning properties of coconut oil make the roots of your facial hair healthier and softer.

This question is highly subjective first off. Second, whether or not you decide to keep your beard, you should always present yourself as a professional during an interview. We believe that this means that you should be well kept meaning that you should form your beard and trim it where necessary in addition to shaving where necessary. As a general rule, if the job requires you to not have a beard, you should evaluate whether or not it is appropriate for yourself. Generally speaking if you work in the public eye, are in sales, are required to wear a respirator, or are going for a leadership position, you are generally expected to be clean shaven. Where the wrench comes in, the times are changing and beards are more acceptable in a variety of working environments than they were 10 years ago.

When your beard grows a bit longer, you can start using a comb. Ideally you would start using a beard comb only after 3-5 months. Until then, it's best to use bristle brush, because the hairs are still quite short.

If your beard is patchy, bring the line down the cheek a little bit and keep edges sharp. There's a fine line between stubble and a beard that will make patches look less noticeable. After a few days worth of growth, trim your jawline and cheeks with a beard trimmer with an adjustable length setting. Keep the lines clean.

A beard oil is well, an oil similar to olive oil or vegetable oil that you use to cook with for example. Usually they are comprised of a combination of liquids that have high conditioning or hair strengthening properties such as jojoba oil, argon oil, coconut oil, an array of essential oils, and occasionally perfume for stronger scents. The oils are usually thinner in viscosity and are always liquid in form. 

A beard oil is a fantastic addition to reduce general flakiness. We recommend applying it to the  base of your hair against the skin to take advantage of the moisturizing properties then gently massage it in and then use a fine comb or brush to spread it through the rest of your beard. (x2 daily)

A traditional wet shave uses a single bladed razor that is accomplished with a straight razor or with a safety razor. For a traditional wet shave, you'll also need a shaving soap or cream combined with a shaving brush to effectively lather your face. Using a can of shaving cream, gel or butter does not work and it makes it much easier to cut yourself when using these kinds of instruments.

Absolutely, that's why we are in business. Like you, we were required to shave daily and that brought on irritation, inflammation, razor burn, in grown hairs etc.. When we made the switch to wet shaving, we found that very sharp blades, preparation, and high quality shave soap fixed nearly all of those issues on the next shave. we never looked back.

Shaving cream from a can was designed as a mass production alternative to traditional soaps. It contains alcohol based cream and synthetics that are designed to work specifically with cartridge razors. If you have ever experienced razor burn, inflammation, ingrown hairs and other various forms of discomfort it is usually caused by two things: a dull razor, and/or an alcohol based shaving cream or gel. Our experience is gained from actual daily use from military service. for some, the aerosol can is all they have known, for those that have tried a traditional shave, there is no going back.

Before we answer this question you must know that our opinion is formed from direct military service where we had to shave daily. When we made the switch to traditional shaving, we didn't look back. But don't take our word for it, try it for yourself.

A can of shaving cream is a product that was developed and marketed as a time saver in addition to simplifying production. A can provides a sterile surface (your face) that reduces the chances of bacterial infection (which is extremely low) and drastically increases the likelihood of irritation and general discomfort. It is not a good conditioner for your hair to aid in the shaving process nor does it work with traditional shaving devices such as a safety razor or straight razor.

A traditional shaving soap has natural ingredients (the only exception being perfume for scent). They provide a physical barrier for skin protection and conditioning properties that allow the hair to be cut easier. Traditional soaps will drastically improve your shaving experience and they can be used with regular disposable or cartridge razor blades as well. The only addition you need to add to your arsenal besides 1 or 2 more minutes to your routine, is a shave brush.

Depending on use, we estimate our shave bars to last for 3-4 months, which is on the lower end of the scale. It doesn't take much soap to load your brush and cover your face and with experience, you will find that you may use even less. 

We have found that you only need a small amount of cream to accomplish your task. A dime sized dollop of soap is usually more than enough to get the job done. Make sure to adjust the amount of water in your brush as necessary.

The handles themselves serve no function other than holding the brush knot and aesthetics. These are purely up to your personal preference but we do feel the heavier ones are a bit easier to use.

A shave brush is one of the primary tools used to make your lather and apply it to your face (or other parts of your body). They come in an array of varieties but the most common ones have either badger, boar, horse, or synthetic and sometimes a combination of any of these. Prices vary depending on many things including the length, knot density, type of hair, loft, and handles. The bottom end synthetic brushes can be around the $10 or less whereas the top of the line silver tip badger hair can be as much as $400+.

All of these are one in the same. Straight razors are a single edge blade that can be most commonly associated with a fold-able knife. The best razors are made with variation of surgical grade stainless steels. These razors will provide the closest shaving experience but do require some experience and finesse when in use. The advantage of a straight razor is that you groom the blade after each use with a strop thereby negating the need to buy razors entirely. With proper care and maintenance, these razors can, and have been known to be passed down for generations.

A safety razor is a more modern form of a straight razor that uses disposable double edge razor blades. they feature a single edge blade on two sides and give a much closer shave than a cartridge razor with near straight razor performance. The advantage of safety razors is that the blades cost around $0.10 - 0.20 each and you save a decent amount of time over using a straight razor for the same process. The high end safety razors have an adjustable head that allow for a more custom shave experience. We can't recommend these enough!

A few things:

1: Change your blade or sharpen it better first and foremost. if it feels like you are pulling your hair, its probably because you are. your blade may not be sharp enough to  cut all the way through the most dense part of the follicle. 

2: Take the time to condition your hair properly beforehand. Use a good pre-shave and do not use shampoo that is meant for your head or body wash to wash your face. sometimes oily hair and skin is a good thing.

3: Do not start the process with a dry face.

4: Use a shave soap that has high conditioning properties. Not all manufacturers soaps are created equal and some of them may have the best scent in the world...but that is all they have. If you look at their ingredient list and coconut oil is the first or second thing you see...congratulations you have a hand soap. When soap becomes soap, coconut oil is transformed into a cleanser and is used to create bubbles. Many manufacturers formulate their soap with presentation in mind (as in it looks pretty) instead of performance. We offer great shaving not pretty soap.

5: Read our article on How to Shave

Double edge safety razor blades are great because they last just as long as the cartridge blades and give a much better shave. They range in price from $0.11 to $0.21 each. and typically come in packages of 5, 10, or 100 ($11-25)

Depending on your hair type, a cartridge razor is usually only good for about 2-5 uses. You can tell if it is going bad by how much it starts to pull your hair. It should cut effortlessly without having to apply pressure. The blade should do the work for you not the other way around.

Typical disposable razor blades are made of a variation of surgical grade stainless steel. Your straight razors are made of the same steel wit the higher end blades being blends of carbon steel. Some of the pretty blades are made with Damascus steel which has visible grains in the blade that appear black and wood like. 

Carbon stainless steel hands down. It is easy to maintain and keeps the sharpness well.

Regular stainless is soft and requires more sharpening or stropping sometimes even half way through your shaving routine.

A strop is typically a soft strip of leather or fabric that is used to sharpen the blade of a straight razor. The tip of a straight razor blade actually curls during use and the strop straightens it back out.

1: Pull the strop in such a way that it is tight and flat

2: Lay the razor flat against the strop surface

3: glide the razor over the strop ensuring the sharp edge of the blade is aft facing while ensuring the entire blade is groomed. A slight diagonal angle may be necessary depending on the size of the blade

4: Repeat for the opposite side of the blade

5: Repeat this process for 15-20 passes.

The blade should cut through your hair effortlessly with the weight of the blade alone. Do not apply pressure.