Barrister and Mann — Artisan Shaving Soaps & Perfumery from New York
Barrister and Mann is an American artisan fragrance house and shaving soap maker founded in 2013 by self-taught perfumer Will Carius. Starting from his tiny Boston apartment kitchen, driven by extremely sensitive skin, the brand grew via Reddit into one of the most respected names in wet shaving. The Omnibus soap base is considered best-in-class worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barrister and Mann
What is Barrister and Mann and how did it start?
Barrister and Mann was founded in 2013 in Boston by Will Carius. He turned to traditional wet shaving due to extremely sensitive skin and spent 5 months developing formulas in his apartment kitchen. He shared samples on Reddit, the response was overwhelming, and the brand was born.
What is the Omnibus base and why is it considered the best?
Omnibus is Barrister and Mann's top shaving soap base. It contains tallow, goat and coconut milk, shea butter, avocado oil, kokum and cupuaçu butter — which absorbs 250% more water than lanolin. It is lanolin-free, making it suitable for sensitive skin types.
What are the most popular Barrister and Mann scents?
Seville, known as "God's barbershop," is a fresh fougère with orange, lavender and vetiver. Cheshire is inspired by Earl Grey tea. Leviathan combines coffee, leather and sandalwood. Cool draws from classic Italian barbershops. Each scent is a fine perfumery composition.
What does "Uncommon scents. Made with awesome" mean?
It is Barrister and Mann's motto reflecting their philosophy: bold, unusual fragrances crafted with passion and premium ingredients. Will Carius considers the brand first a fragrance house that happens to make the world's best shaving soaps. Cruelty-free, small batch production.
Does the Omnibus base work with hard water?
Yes, the Omnibus base was specifically designed to perform excellently even with hard water. The cupuaçu butter and tallow formula ensure dense, creamy lather regardless of water hardness. Many users report it is the only base that works flawlessly in their area.
What Barrister and Mann products are available at TheTwoBarbers.com?
TheTwoBarbers.com carries Barrister and Mann shaving soaps in the Omnibus base (Seville, Cheshire, Cool, Leviathan and more) plus matching aftershave splashes. All are handcrafted in small batches in New York.
Popular Barrister and Mann Categories
- Shaving Soaps: Seville, Cheshire, Cool, Leviathan — Omnibus base, best-in-class
- Aftershave Splashes: Matching scents with witch hazel, allantoin and aloe
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