Castle Forbes — Scottish Shaving Products with Essential Oils from a 1445 Castle Estate
Castle Forbes is a Scottish luxury shaving brand founded in 1996 on the Castle Forbes estate in Aberdeenshire by Lady Forbes (wife of the 23rd Lord Forbes) and perfumer Andrew French. Every product is handcrafted in small batches using pure essential oils, free from parabens and artificial colours, in what is known as "the world's smallest perfumery."
Frequently Asked Questions About Castle Forbes
What is Castle Forbes and where are the products made?
Castle Forbes was founded in 1996 on the 6,000-acre Castle Forbes estate in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, on the banks of the River Don. Lady Forbes converted a former dairy building into a perfumery. Products are handcrafted in small batches using pure essential oils.
What does "1445" mean in Castle Forbes products?
1445 refers to the year the Forbes family received the title of Lord Forbes — one of the oldest baronies in Scotland. The 1445 range features a distinguished scent of lavender, lemon and patchouli, designed for the modern gentleman. The 1445 shaving cream produces rich, dense lather.
What fragrance lines does Castle Forbes offer?
Castle Forbes offers four lines: Lime (bold citrus, the most popular), Lavender (pure lavender, ideal for sensitive skin), 1445 (lavender, lemon, patchouli) and Cedarwood & Sandalwood (woody, warm). Each line includes a shaving cream and aftershave balm.
What Castle Forbes products are available at TheTwoBarbers.com?
TheTwoBarbers.com carries Castle Forbes shaving creams and aftershave balms in Lime, Lavender, 1445 and Cedarwood & Sandalwood ranges. Handmade in Scotland with pure essential oils — no parabens, artificial colours or synthetic fragrances.
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