Summer 2026 / Issue 03
The Brotique

A short, ruthless list of things worth owning.

PicksCurated, not catalogued

No endless grid. We shop the way we write: a handful of considered edits, each with a reason. Every link takes you to the maker or retailer.

Editor's pick

Awakening Beard Balm

Pick of the monthMen Rock£13.95

Reach for this when a plain oil is not quite enough for a coarser beard but you do not want the hold of a wax. It conditions like an oil with a touch more control, absorbs without going greasy, and the Sicilian lime and caffeine scent is a genuine lift first thing in the morning.

The Beard Care Edit

Grooming

Carsons Apothecary Sir Nelson’s Florist Beard Oil

Carsons Apothecary

Carsons Apothecary Sir Nelson’s Florist Beard Oil

The base oils are Organic Rosehip, Sweet Almond and Grapeseed which give this oil fantastic conditioning and protective properties and are naturally rich in vitamins A & E. Beautifully presented in a dropper bottle.

£20.00View →
Captain Fawcett Beard Oil (CF.332) Private Stock

Captain Fawcett Limited

Captain Fawcett Beard Oil (CF.332) Private Stock

Captain Fawcett’s (CF.332) Private Stock Beard Oil is a delectable blend of fragrant essential oils fused with Sweet Almond, Jojoba & Vitamin E base oils.

£33.95View →
Braw Beard Oils Wulver Beard Oil

Braw

Braw Beard Oils Wulver Beard Oil

Braw Beard use the finest natural ingredients to maintain the health, length and strength of your facial hair. Individually hand-made in Scotland these oils are for the wild man, the gentleman, the working man at whatever stage your beard may be at - from stubble to a full-on beard.

£17.95View →
Braw Beard Oils - Lover Beard Oil

Braw

Braw Beard Oils - Lover Beard Oil

We've worked with John since the start, we even hosted their 3rd birthday party and we can;t say enough about how good these oils are. Braw Beard use the finest natural ingredients to maintain the health, length and strength of your facial hair. Individually hand-made in Scotland these oils are for the wild man, the gentleman, the working man at whatever stage your beard may be at - from stubble to a full-on beard.

£16.95View →
Apothecary87 Vanilla & Mango Beard Oil

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Vanilla & Mango Beard Oil

Apothecary87 are the big boys on the block. Whilst they weren't the first to the market they are now the definitive beard oil. Driven by an incredible Instagram effort we've been with them since we both launched back in 2013. As their oldest retail partner we have a great stock and free shipping on this great range.

£37.95View →
Captain Fawcett Ricki Hall's Booze & Baccy Beard Oil

Captain Fawcett Limited

Captain Fawcett Ricki Hall's Booze & Baccy Beard Oil

Captain Fawcett is delighted to have collaborated with the World renowned Dandy & Gentleman about town Mr Ricki Hall in concocting this simply delectable bespoke Beard Oil.

£33.95View →
Murdock Beard Oil

Murdock London

Murdock Beard Oil

Growing and maintaining the perfect beard requires preparation, dedication and attention to detail. The key is a ritual of daily grooming and conditioning. Using a superior Beard Oil is an integral part of the process.

£28.00View →
Men Rock Beardy Beloved Set

Men Rock

Men Rock Beardy Beloved Set

Growing stubble is easy... you just dodge the razor! However, maintaining the follicle forest is a different story. This ace gift boxed beard kit (the 'For My Beardy Beloved' box to give it its proper title - yes we are pleased with that one!) contains everything a blade shunner needs to keep his beard in tip-top shape

£30.00View →
Apothecary87 'The Beard Kit'

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 'The Beard Kit'

The Beard Kit has everything you need to after your beard the way it deserves.

£40.00View →
Hudson & Armitage The Aviator Beard Oil

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Aviator Beard Oil

A classic, well made beard oil for all skin types.

£12.95View →
Hudson & Armitage The Mariner Beard Oil

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Mariner Beard Oil

Hudson and Armitage build each oil to tackle a different problem; the scent profile comes after that.

£12.95View →
Hudson & Armitage The Pioneer Beard Oil

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Pioneer Beard Oil

A natural beard oil for damaged skin: soothing for dry or damaged skin, and useful for users with acne, eczema, psoriasis and inflammatory conditions.

£12.95View →
Hudson & Armitage The Castaway Beard Oil

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Castaway Beard Oil

A light, non-greasy beard oil that soothes and protects the skin.

£12.95View →
Hudson & Armitage The Ranger Beard Oil

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Ranger Beard Oil

Coconut Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Cedarwood, Cypress and Pine Needle essential oils.

£12.95View →
Captain Fawcett Barberism Beard Oil

Captain Fawcett

Captain Fawcett Barberism Beard Oil

A timeless, elegant scent with top notes of Lime & Orange.

£36.99View →
Captain Fawcett Folding Pocket Beard Comb

Captain Fawcett

Captain Fawcett Folding Pocket Beard Comb

Snag-free teeth and a folding body that survives a pocket. The comb you'll actually carry.

£9.00View →
Braw Thrilla in Vanilla Beard Butter

Braw

Braw Thrilla in Vanilla Beard Butter

A beard butter that softens and lightly tames without going stiff or greasy. Hard to beat for the money.

£10.95View →
Braw Beard Wash

Braw

Braw Beard Wash

Balanced for skin and hair, so it won't dry you out the way shampoo does. Our default everyday wash.

£15.95View →
Braw Tash Wax

Braw

Braw Tash Wax

A no-nonsense moustache wax with proper hold and clean application. Does one job, does it well.

£9.95View →
Braw Jarl's Northman 1263 Beard Oil

Braw

Braw Jarl's Northman 1263 Beard Oil

Braw build their oils for real beards in real weather. The Northman is a deep conditioner with a warm, woody scent that suits a fuller beard.

£23.95View →

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Also worth owning

Awakening Beard Balm

Men Rock

Awakening Beard Balm

Reach for this when a plain oil is not quite enough for a coarser beard but you do not want the hold of a wax. It conditions like an oil with a touch more control, absorbs without going greasy, and the Sicilian lime and caffeine scent is a genuine lift first thing in the morning.

£13.95View →
Men Rock Sicilian Lime and Caffeine Awakening Moustache Wax

Men Rock

Men Rock Sicilian Lime and Caffeine Awakening Moustache Wax

An un-waxed moustache is a crime in the world of gentlemen so don’t leave without a jar of this sicilian lime and caffeine scented magic.

£10.00View →
Braw Beard Butter - Beard Balm

Braw

Braw Beard Butter - Beard Balm

Braw Beard Butter can be used on it’s own or after applying Braw Beard Oil.

£11.00View →
Braw Beard Oils - The Grand Eckson

Braw

Braw Beard Oils - The Grand Eckson

The Black Series are a heavier weight oil, better used for a fuller look.

£23.95View →
Braw Beard Heather Beard Oil

Braw

Braw Beard Heather Beard Oil

Heather has a light floral scent, perfect for the gentleman out to make an impression.

£19.95View →
Uppercut Deluxe Matt Pomade

Uppercut Deluxe

Uppercut Deluxe Matt Pomade

£14.95View →
Apothecary87 Manitoba Maple Hair Pomade

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Manitoba Maple Hair Pomade

£13.95View →
Suavecito Pomade Original

Suavecito Pomade

Suavecito Pomade Original

£13.00View →
Dapper Dan Matt Paste

Dapper Dan

Dapper Dan Matt Paste

£11.95View →
Apothecary87 Vanilla & Mango Hair Clay Pomade

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Vanilla & Mango Hair Clay Pomade

£13.95View →
Suavecito Pomade Firme

Suavecito Pomade

Suavecito Pomade Firme

£15.00View →
Uppercut Deluxe Pomade

Uppercut Deluxe

Uppercut Deluxe Pomade

£14.95View →
Layrite Original Pomade 4.25oz

Layrite

Layrite Original Pomade 4.25oz

£14.95View →
Layrite Grooming Spray

Layrite

Layrite Grooming Spray

£14.95View →
Apothecary87 Mogul Grease Hair Pomade

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Mogul Grease Hair Pomade

£13.95View →
Apothecary87 Original Recipe Beard Oil

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Original Recipe Beard Oil

Apothecary87 Original Recipe, Apothecary87 Milly's, Apothecary87 Limited Edition all available with free UK delivery. Apothecary 87 Beard Oil at The Brotique

£33.95View →
Braw Beard- Warrior Beard Oil

Braw

Braw Beard- Warrior Beard Oil

Warrior oil is one of our latest blends, it is lighter than the previous beard oils but but heavy enough to point your beard in the right direction.

£19.95View →
Men Rock The Soothing Beard Balm

Men Rock

Men Rock The Soothing Beard Balm

Men Rock The Soothing Beard Balm (100ml) is a true gentlemen's product and the first ever leave-in moisturising conditioner for your beard.

£13.95View →
Braw Beard- Grafter

Braw

Braw Beard- Grafter

Braw Beard use the finest natural ingredients to maintain the health, length and strength of your facial hair. Individually hand-made in Scotland. Free Delivery

£17.95View →
Braw Beard Oils - The Arctic Explorer

Braw

Braw Beard Oils - The Arctic Explorer

The Black Series are a heavier weight oil, better used for a fuller look and this one is seriously fresh! The Arctic scent is an fresh note with hints of ylang and peppermint.

£23.95View →
P.F. Candle Co. NO. 05: SPRUCE 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 05: SPRUCE 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

Our winter woods fragrance. Infused with pine and cedarwood essential oils, this spruce-scented candle smells just like a walk through a patch of dense, snow-powdered forest.

£19.95View →
RT2SR MÜHLE TRAVEL BROWN LEATHER CASE, SILVERTIP FIBRE / SAFETY RAZOR TRAVEL SET

Mühle

RT2SR MÜHLE TRAVEL BROWN LEATHER CASE, SILVERTIP FIBRE / SAFETY RAZOR TRAVEL SET

TRAVEL - Travel shaving set from MÜHLE, Silvertip Fibre®, with safety razor, handle material metal, chrome-plated

£130.00View →
DOVO "Astrale" Ebony 5/8" Straight Razor

Dovo

DOVO "Astrale" Ebony 5/8" Straight Razor

Meticulous. Precise. Expert. Specialized. Hand-crafted. If these are the words to describe your straight razor, then look to Dovo.

£125.00View →
P.F. Candle Co. Diffuser NO. 04: TEAKWOOD & TOBACCO

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. Diffuser NO. 04: TEAKWOOD & TOBACCO

This candle starts out masculine and (dare we say) a little bit sexy. Leather, spicy black pepper, and tobacco mingle as the first notes.

£29.95View →
Dovo Bismark 6/8" Open Razor in Ebony with Gold Inlay

Dovo

Dovo Bismark 6/8" Open Razor in Ebony with Gold Inlay

he Dovo 26810 'Bismarck' is a beloved classic in their range, a 6/8" carbon steel razor with round point and shoulderless style ~5mm at its thickest point and a rather hefty ~50 grams.

£128.00View →
P.F. Candle Co. NO. 10: SWEET GRAPEFRUIT 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 10: SWEET GRAPEFRUIT 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

We love a good citrus, especially ripe grapefruit.

£19.95View →
DOVO Bergischer Lowe Buffalo Horn Open Razor

Dovo

DOVO Bergischer Lowe Buffalo Horn Open Razor

The Bergischer Lowe is a 5/8" full hollow carbon steel blade finished spectacularly with gold etching and gold plating on the spine.

£199.95View →
K1 MÜHLE SAFETY RAZOR BLADES

MÜHLE

K1 MÜHLE SAFETY RAZOR BLADES

These blades are built to fit safety razors and shavettes, and finished to give a close but not aggressive shave profile. We also sell these blades in bulk to help further cut down the cost of your daily shave.

£2.50View →
MCS1 MÜHLE TRAVEL, MANICURE SET IN COWHIDE CASE

Muhle

MCS1 MÜHLE TRAVEL, MANICURE SET IN COWHIDE CASE

TRAVEL - Manicure set with cowhide case. This manicure set made of stainless steel is delivered with a nail clipper, nail scissor, tweezer and nail file.

£138.00View →
Muhle R89 Rosegold Safety Razor

Muhle

Muhle R89 Rosegold Safety Razor

Now in Rose Gold, Muhle's traditional safety razor, the R89 Chrome Safety Razor is classically stylish and made with typically immaculate German precision.

£36.95View →
Feather Hi-Stainless Platinum Coated Blades (Pack of 10)

Feather

Feather Hi-Stainless Platinum Coated Blades (Pack of 10)

Double edge razor blades for safety Razor or shavette. We recomend these for beginners and those with sensitive skin.

£3.95View →
BÖKER LEATHER OPEN RAZOR WALLET

Boker

BÖKER LEATHER OPEN RAZOR WALLET

We love this little number for looking after your razor, at home or on the go. Made of a soft but thick black leather.

£11.50View →
Muhle R89 Chrome Safety Razor

Muhle

Muhle R89 Chrome Safety Razor

£32.45View →
Boker Arbolito Manicure Set

Boker

Boker Arbolito Manicure Set

£24.00View →
P.F. Candle Co. NO. 14: CAMPFIRE 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 14: CAMPFIRE 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

£19.95View →
DOVO Mother of Pearl Open Razor

Dovo

DOVO Mother of Pearl Open Razor

£124.95View →
BOKER King Cutter 5/8" Black Handle Open Razor

Boker

BOKER King Cutter 5/8" Black Handle Open Razor

£90.00View →
Captain Fawcett & Ricki Hall Booze & Baccy Grooming Survival Kit

Captain Fawcett Limited

Captain Fawcett & Ricki Hall Booze & Baccy Grooming Survival Kit

£34.95View →
MÜHLE Hexagon Silvertip Fibre Shaving Set

Muhle

MÜHLE Hexagon Silvertip Fibre Shaving Set

£129.95View →
P.F. Candle Co. NO. 11: AMBER & MOSS 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 11: AMBER & MOSS 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

£19.95View →
P.F. Candle Co. NO. 04: TEAKWOOD & TOBACCO 7.5oz SOY CANDLE

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 04: TEAKWOOD & TOBACCO 7.5oz SOY CANDLE

Candles for men are a tricky business but we've found some great mens candles here by P.F. Candle Co. This candle starts out masculine - Leather, spicy black pepper, and tobacco.

£19.95View →
Wilde & Harte Leather Razor Pouch

Wilde & Harte

Wilde & Harte Leather Razor Pouch

Hand crafted branded leather razor pouch. Hand cut and stitched in the UK using the finest quality black dyed leather.

£40.00View →
MÜHLE Hexagon Safety Razor

Mühle

MÜHLE Hexagon Safety Razor

HEXAGON - Safety razor designed by Mark Braun, closed comb, handle anodised aluminium. Available in Granite, Bronze or Forest Green.

£42.00View →
Baxter of California Beard Line-Up Shave Gel

Baxter of California

Baxter of California Beard Line-Up Shave Gel

A clear shaving gel for shaping and lining up a beard.

£17.95View →
Old Faithful Hammam Moisturising Serum

Old Faithful

Old Faithful Hammam Moisturising Serum

Lightweight hydration that sinks in fast. Old Faithful's natural, cold-pressed approach really shows here.

£26.95View →
Mühle Organic After Shave Balm

Mühle

Mühle Organic After Shave Balm

An organic balm that soothes without sting or shine. The right finish to a wet shave.

£19.95View →
Mühle R41 Open Comb Safety Razor

Mühle

Mühle R41 Open Comb Safety Razor

The R41 is a benchmark open-comb razor: close, efficient and built to last decades. Not for total beginners, but a joy once you have the technique.

£27.95View →
Mühle Silvertip Fibre Travel Shaving Brush

Mühle

Mühle Silvertip Fibre Travel Shaving Brush

Mühle's synthetic fibre lathers beautifully and dries fast, so it's ideal on the road and kind to badgers.

£32.95View →

The full shelf

Zone
69 picks

Men Rock

Awakening Beard Balm

£13.95

Men Rock

Men Rock Sicilian Lime and Caffeine Awakening Moustache Wax

£10.00

Braw

Braw Beard Butter - Beard Balm

£11.00

Braw

Braw Beard Oils - The Grand Eckson

£23.95

Braw

Braw Beard Heather Beard Oil

£19.95

Uppercut Deluxe

Uppercut Deluxe Matt Pomade

£14.95

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Manitoba Maple Hair Pomade

£13.95

Suavecito Pomade

Suavecito Pomade Original

£13.00

Dapper Dan

Dapper Dan Matt Paste

£11.95

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Vanilla & Mango Hair Clay Pomade

£13.95

Suavecito Pomade

Suavecito Pomade Firme

£15.00

Uppercut Deluxe

Uppercut Deluxe Pomade

£14.95

Layrite

Layrite Original Pomade 4.25oz

£14.95

Layrite

Layrite Grooming Spray

£14.95

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Mogul Grease Hair Pomade

£13.95

Carsons Apothecary

Carsons Apothecary Sir Nelson’s Florist Beard Oil

£20.00

Captain Fawcett Limited

Captain Fawcett Beard Oil (CF.332) Private Stock

£33.95

Braw

Braw Beard Oils Wulver Beard Oil

£17.95

Braw

Braw Beard Oils - Lover Beard Oil

£16.95

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Vanilla & Mango Beard Oil

£37.95

Captain Fawcett Limited

Captain Fawcett Ricki Hall's Booze & Baccy Beard Oil

£33.95

Murdock London

Murdock Beard Oil

£28.00

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 Original Recipe Beard Oil

£33.95

Braw

Braw Beard- Warrior Beard Oil

£19.95

Men Rock

Men Rock The Soothing Beard Balm

£13.95

Braw

Braw Beard- Grafter

£17.95

Braw

Braw Beard Oils - The Arctic Explorer

£23.95

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 05: SPRUCE 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

£19.95

Mühle

RT2SR MÜHLE TRAVEL BROWN LEATHER CASE, SILVERTIP FIBRE / SAFETY RAZOR TRAVEL SET

£130.00

Dovo

DOVO "Astrale" Ebony 5/8" Straight Razor

£125.00

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. Diffuser NO. 04: TEAKWOOD & TOBACCO

£29.95

Dovo

Dovo Bismark 6/8" Open Razor in Ebony with Gold Inlay

£128.00

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 10: SWEET GRAPEFRUIT 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

£19.95

Dovo

DOVO Bergischer Lowe Buffalo Horn Open Razor

£199.95

MÜHLE

K1 MÜHLE SAFETY RAZOR BLADES

£2.50

Muhle

MCS1 MÜHLE TRAVEL, MANICURE SET IN COWHIDE CASE

£138.00

Muhle

Muhle R89 Rosegold Safety Razor

£36.95

Feather

Feather Hi-Stainless Platinum Coated Blades (Pack of 10)

£3.95

Boker

BÖKER LEATHER OPEN RAZOR WALLET

£11.50

Muhle

Muhle R89 Chrome Safety Razor

£32.45

Boker

Boker Arbolito Manicure Set

£24.00

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 14: CAMPFIRE 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

£19.95

Dovo

DOVO Mother of Pearl Open Razor

£124.95

Boker

BOKER King Cutter 5/8" Black Handle Open Razor

£90.00

Captain Fawcett Limited

Captain Fawcett & Ricki Hall Booze & Baccy Grooming Survival Kit

£34.95

Muhle

MÜHLE Hexagon Silvertip Fibre Shaving Set

£129.95

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 11: AMBER & MOSS 7.5 OZ SOY CANDLE

£19.95

P.F. Candle Co.

P.F. Candle Co. NO. 04: TEAKWOOD & TOBACCO 7.5oz SOY CANDLE

£19.95

Men Rock

Men Rock Beardy Beloved Set

£30.00

Wilde & Harte

Wilde & Harte Leather Razor Pouch

£40.00

Mühle

MÜHLE Hexagon Safety Razor

£42.00

Apothecary87

Apothecary87 'The Beard Kit'

£40.00

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Aviator Beard Oil

£12.95

Bellroy

Bellroy Phone Case - 3 Card

From £39

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Mariner Beard Oil

£12.95

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Pioneer Beard Oil

£12.95

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Castaway Beard Oil

£12.95

Hudson & Armitage

Hudson & Armitage The Ranger Beard Oil

£12.95

Baxter of California

Baxter of California Beard Line-Up Shave Gel

£17.95

Captain Fawcett

Captain Fawcett Barberism Beard Oil

£36.99

Captain Fawcett

Captain Fawcett Folding Pocket Beard Comb

£9.00

Old Faithful

Old Faithful Hammam Moisturising Serum

£26.95

Braw

Braw Thrilla in Vanilla Beard Butter

£10.95

Mühle

Mühle Organic After Shave Balm

£19.95

Braw

Braw Beard Wash

£15.95

Braw

Braw Tash Wax

£9.95

Mühle

Mühle R41 Open Comb Safety Razor

£27.95

Braw

Braw Jarl's Northman 1263 Beard Oil

£23.95

Mühle

Mühle Silvertip Fibre Travel Shaving Brush

£32.95

The people behind the picks

Meet the Maker

We only shelve things we’d use ourselves, from makers we’ve actually met. Start with Finlay & Co., handmaking wooden sunglasses in London.

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Meet the Maker

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