Which Shaving Gift Set to Give? A Guide by Budget
In short: the right shaving gift set depends on two questions: does he already shave with a brush, and what is your budget? To introduce him to traditional wet shaving, give a set with a brush, bowl and soap, from €135. For a man who shaves with a cartridge razor, choose a 3-piece set (brush, razor compatible with Mach3 or Fusion heads, and stand): he keeps his usual blades and gains the ritual, from €290. For an exceptional gift, go for a set in precious wood or horn with a natural High Mountain White brush, from €550 to €965. All our sets are made in our workshops in France. Prices are in euros.
What is in a shaving gift set?
Depending on the model, a Plisson shaving set includes:
- a shaving brush, to build the lather and prepare the skin;
- a razor, compatible with Gillette Mach3 or Fusion heads depending on the set;
- a stand, which holds the brush head down so it dries properly, and often the razor too;
- for starter sets, a Limoges porcelain bowl and a shaving soap.
Which set to give for your budget?
| Budget | For whom | Our selection |
|---|---|---|
| Under €250 | Discovering brush shaving | Essentiel Fibre Initiation Set (€135); Napoleon Set, limited edition (€210) |
| €250 to €450 | A complete ritual with a razor | Black Lacquer 3-Piece Set, Fibre & Mach3 (€290); Estérel Blue 3-Piece Set, Fibre & Mach3 (€300); Red Lacquer 3-Piece Set, High Mountain White & Fusion (€445) |
| €450 to €700 | Precious wood and natural hair | Macassar Ebony 3-Piece Set, High Mountain White & Mach3 (€550); Olive Wood 3-Piece Set, High Mountain White & Fusion (€590) |
| Over €700 | The exceptional piece | Horn Palladium Finish 3-Piece Set (€950); Diamond Palladium 3-Piece Set (€965) |
3 questions to ask before you buy
1. Does he already shave with a brush?
If not, a starter set with bowl and soap gives him everything he needs. If he is already equipped, step up to a 3-piece set in precious wood or horn.
2. Which razor does he use?
Our 3-piece sets are compatible with Gillette Mach3 or Fusion heads. He keeps buying his usual blades, with no change of habit. If he prefers a safety razor, build your own set from our safety razors and shaving brushes.
3. Natural hair or fibre?
High Mountain White Fibre is soft, easy to care for and vegan: the safest choice if you don't know his preferences. Natural High Mountain White hair, softer and more luxurious, features in our most precious sets.
Frequently asked questions
What shaving gift set should I give a man who has never used a brush?
The Essentiel Fibre Initiation Set: a fibre brush, stand, Limoges porcelain bowl and shaving soap. Everything he needs for a first traditional shave.
What is the best luxury shaving gift set?
For a memorable gift, choose a set with a natural High Mountain White brush and a handle in precious wood or horn, such as the Macassar Ebony set or the Horn Palladium Finish set.
Is a shaving set a good gift for a man with a beard?
Yes. The brush also helps keep the beard line neat, and the lather protects the skin when trimming the cheeks and neck.
Are Plisson shaving sets made in France?
Yes. Brushes, razors and stands are made in our workshops in France, as they have been since 1808.
See all our shaving gift sets.
