2026-02-28 · 10 min read

Shaving campaign ideas that work

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Beardbrand
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Jeremy's Razors
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Top shaving brands run 147+ campaigns a year, here’s what consistently works. Browse real emails covering razor refills, shave cream and aftershave bundles, sensitive-skin messaging, and subscription/replenishment nudges. Spot the layouts and offer angles that turn routine restocks into repeat orders.

1. FFS: *Video* - How we personalise your gift

1. FFS: *Video* - How we personalise your gift
1. FFS: *Video* - How we personalise your gift
Subject: *Video* - How we personalise your gift
Objective

This email aims to drive last-minute Christmas gift purchases by highlighting FFS’s personalization feature and offering a 20% discount across all gifts, while also promoting a limited-time advent calendar deal with a free satin sleep set to create urgency and increase conversion.

Why this works

The email brilliantly combines emotional storytelling with practical demonstration by embedding a video that shows how easy it is to personalize a gift, turning a feature into an irresistible experience that reduces buyer hesitation.

How to implement

By anchoring the discount code to every product and repeating it under each gift, the campaign removes friction and reinforces urgency, making it effortless for customers to act without having to remember or search for the promo code.

Pro Tip

Add a countdown timer next to the 'LAST CHANCE: ADVENT' section to visually reinforce urgency and encourage immediate action before the offer expires on 15.12.2025. • Reposition the 'WATCH HOW WE PERSONALISE' CTA button directly beneath the video thumbnail instead of below the product grid to create a stronger visual flow and reduce friction between seeing the demo and taking action.

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2. Supply: Need It by Christmas? šŸŽ„šŸŽ šŸ§‘ā€šŸŽ„

2. Supply: Need It by Christmas? šŸŽ„šŸŽ šŸ§‘ā€šŸŽ„
2. Supply: Need It by Christmas? šŸŽ„šŸŽ šŸ§‘ā€šŸŽ„
Subject: Need It by Christmas? šŸŽ„šŸŽ šŸ§‘ā€šŸŽ„
Objective

This email aims to drive last-minute holiday purchases by emphasizing a December 17th shipping cutoff for Christmas delivery, while promoting high-performance grooming products as ideal gifts. It combines urgency with product-specific benefits to convert gift shoppers during the peak holiday season.

Why this works

The email masterfully ties product utility to holiday gifting by positioning the Single Edge Razor as a thoughtful, long-lasting present, transforming a functional item into an emotionally resonant gift choice for the season.

How to implement

By anchoring the entire campaign around a specific, time-sensitive shipping deadline, the email creates legitimate urgency without resorting to artificial scarcity, making the CTA feel both helpful and compelling to last-minute shoppers.

Pro Tip

Add a visual countdown timer near the top of the email to dynamically reinforce the December 17th deadline, increasing perceived urgency and reducing the cognitive load of calculating remaining time. • Include a brief customer testimonial or quote under each product section (e.g., 'My husband uses this trimmer daily, best gift I’ve ever given!') to personalize the gifting angle and strengthen emotional appeal.

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3. Beardbrand: Best of September 2023

3. Beardbrand: Best of September 2023
3. Beardbrand: Best of September 2023
Subject: Best of September 2023
Objective

This email aims to engage subscribers by curating and sharing Beardbrand’s favorite cultural finds from September 2023, reinforcing brand identity through lifestyle content rather than direct product promotion. It seeks to build community by celebrating shared interests in style, sports, and adventure.

Why this works

By spotlighting niche cultural moments like restored Jeeps and retro bowling alleys, Beardbrand creates emotional resonance with its audience, turning a monthly roundup into a shared experience that feels personal and curated rather than promotional.

How to implement

The email strategically avoids hard-selling products, instead using lifestyle storytelling to reinforce brand values, a subtle but powerful way to keep subscribers engaged without triggering ad fatigue or disengagement from overt commerce.

Pro Tip

Add a subtle product tie-in, for example, a ā€˜Beardbrand Approved’ badge or a short line like ā€˜Pair this vibe with our Cedarwood Beard Oil’, to gently bridge lifestyle content with commerce without disrupting the editorial tone. • Include a micro-CTA beneath each featured item (e.g., ā€˜Explore the Jeep Heritage Collection’ or ā€˜See our Nashville-inspired grooming kits’) to guide curious readers toward relevant products without breaking the editorial flow.

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4. Supply: Ending Soon: Up to 44% Off

4. Supply: Ending Soon: Up to 44% Off
4. Supply: Ending Soon: Up to 44% Off
Subject: Ending Soon: Up to 44% Off
Objective

This email aims to drive last-minute Cyber Monday sales by creating urgency around time-sensitive discounts and positioning Supply’s grooming products as ideal early holiday gifts. It targets both self-purchasers and gift buyers with bundled offers and clear savings messaging.

Why this works

The email brilliantly leverages holiday gifting psychology by reframing the sale as a stress-free solution for early present-buying, making the discount feel less transactional and more emotionally resonant with time-pressed shoppers.

How to implement

By anchoring each offer with a specific, tangible bonus, like a free $29 razor stand or a clear $10 price drop, the campaign transforms abstract percentages into concrete value, which significantly boosts perceived savings and reduces purchase hesitation.

Pro Tip

Add a small visual indicator (like a red badge or starburst) next to the 'FREE Razor Stand' offer to make the bonus more eye-catching, currently, it’s buried in text and risks being overlooked despite its high perceived value. • Include a short customer quote or star rating directly under the Trimmer or Skincare offer to reinforce social proof at the point of decision, since the 7,000+ reviews are only mentioned in the footer, far from the purchase moment.

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5. Jeremy's Razors : Libs love body hair.

5. Jeremy's Razors : Libs love body hair.
5. Jeremy's Razors : Libs love body hair.
Subject: Libs love body hair.
Objective

This email aims to drive immediate sales by positioning Jeremy’s Razors as a politically aligned, no-nonsense alternative to 'woke' beauty brands, using provocative messaging to resonate with a conservative audience and incentivize purchases with a 25% discount.

Why this works

The email masterfully uses polarizing political language to instantly identify and bond with its target audience, turning a razor purchase into a cultural statement that feels exclusive and defiant against mainstream beauty norms.

How to implement

By embedding the discount code directly into the headline and repeating it in a bordered callout, the campaign removes friction and reinforces urgency without diluting the brand’s provocative tone, making the offer feel like a reward for ideological alignment.

Pro Tip

Add a short testimonial or user quote near the top to humanize the brand and counterbalance the aggressive tone, helping build trust with new customers who may be skeptical of the political framing. • Include a subtle countdown timer or limited-quantity indicator next to the 'Shop Now' buttons to amplify urgency, especially since the discount is tied to a specific code and the campaign leverages time-sensitive cultural relevance.

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6. Hanni: help fulfill a teacher’s wishlist ā™”

6. Hanni: help fulfill a teacher’s wishlist ā™”
6. Hanni: help fulfill a teacher’s wishlist ā™”
Subject: help fulfill a teacher’s wishlist ā™”
Objective

The email aims to inspire recipients to make a purchase by tying it to a charitable cause, supporting teachers’ classroom needs, while reinforcing brand warmth and holiday spirit through personal, heartfelt messaging.

Why this works

The email brilliantly merges emotional storytelling with social impact, positioning every purchase as a dual gift, luxurious self-care for the buyer and essential classroom supplies for teachers, making the act of buying feel meaningful and generous.

How to implement

By anchoring the campaign in a timely holiday tradition, Giving Tuesday, the brand taps into existing consumer goodwill and seasonal generosity, making the call to action feel culturally relevant and emotionally resonant rather than purely transactional.

Pro Tip

The primary CTA 'subscribe & save' feels disconnected from the charitable theme; replacing it with a more mission-aligned button like 'Give a Gift, Help a Teacher' would better reinforce the campaign’s emotional core and drive conversions. • Adding a visual element, such as a small photo of a teacher or classroom supplies, would strengthen the emotional appeal and make the cause feel more tangible, increasing the perceived impact of the customer’s purchase.

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7. Beardbrand: Your shower isn’t just for getting clean

7. Beardbrand: Your shower isn’t just for getting clean
7. Beardbrand: Your shower isn’t just for getting clean
Subject: Your shower isn’t just for getting clean
Objective

This email aims to reframe the shower as a grooming ritual that directly impacts beard and hair quality, positioning Beardbrand’s Utility Beard Softener as an essential step for achieving superior texture and manageability, not just cleanliness. It leverages social proof and sensory benefits to drive product adoption.

Why this works

The email brilliantly reframes a mundane daily routine, showering, into a strategic grooming opportunity, making the product feel indispensable rather than optional by tying it to emotional outcomes like confidence and partner approval.

How to implement

By featuring a verified customer testimonial that speaks to unexpected, sensory benefits, like beard ā€˜popping’ with color and texture, the email builds trust through relatable, vivid language that transcends generic product claims.

Pro Tip

Add a subtle countdown timer or limited-stock indicator near the CTA to create urgency, since the email’s persuasive tone and strong testimonial already prime the reader for immediate action. • Include a small visual icon or badge next to the product image indicating ā€˜Bestseller’ or ā€˜Top-Rated’ to reinforce social proof and reduce decision friction for first-time buyers.

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8. Supply: Hellooooooo 2024!

8. Supply: Hellooooooo 2024!
8. Supply: Hellooooooo 2024!
Subject: Hellooooooo 2024!
Objective

This email aims to warmly welcome subscribers into the new year by celebrating their personal journey and reinforcing brand loyalty through emotional connection, rather than pushing a direct product sale.

Why this works

The email brilliantly avoids hard selling by anchoring its message in shared human experience, framing 2024 as a blank canvas for personal adventures, which makes the brand feel like a supportive friend rather than a vendor.

How to implement

By celebrating the subscriber’s inner journey, not just their outward appearance, the message builds emotional equity, subtly positioning the brand as a partner in self-expression and confidence, not just grooming products.

Pro Tip

Add a subtle visual element, like a minimalist illustration of a sunrise or open road, to reinforce the ā€˜new beginnings’ theme and break up the text-heavy layout for better visual engagement. • Include a secondary CTA like ā€˜Explore Our New Year Essentials’ linked to a curated product collection, gently guiding readers from emotional connection to product discovery without disrupting the tone.

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9. Beardbrand: Yup, that’s a beard

9. Beardbrand: Yup, that’s a beard
9. Beardbrand: Yup, that’s a beard
Subject: Yup, that’s a beard
Objective

This email aims to guide subscribers through Week 4 of their beard-growing journey by offering actionable grooming tips and encouraging continued product use, while reinforcing brand loyalty through educational content and a motivational tone.

Why this works

The email brilliantly balances education with encouragement by breaking down Week 4 into a digestible checklist, making beard growth feel achievable rather than overwhelming while subtly promoting product usage.

How to implement

By referencing previous emails and teasing next week’s content, the campaign creates continuity and anticipation, turning a simple grooming guide into a serialized journey that keeps subscribers engaged over time.

Pro Tip

Add a subtle countdown or progress bar near the top to visually reinforce how far the subscriber has come in the 30-day sprint, increasing psychological momentum and commitment to completion. • Include a short testimonial or user quote from someone who successfully completed the beard sprint to add social proof and emotional resonance, especially right before the CTA button.

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10. Hanni: back: hydration duo!

10. Hanni: back: hydration duo!
10. Hanni: back: hydration duo!
Subject: back: hydration duo!
Objective

To re-engage customers by announcing the restock of a popular hydration product duo, positioning it as a timely solution for summer skincare needs while encouraging immediate purchase through a bundled value offer and free travel pouch incentive.

Why this works

The email brilliantly ties product availability to seasonal urgency by framing the hydration duo as essential for summer fun, making the restock feel timely and personally relevant rather than just a generic inventory update.

How to implement

Including a clear value comparison, $68 versus $92 value, immediately communicates savings without requiring mental math, which reduces friction and reinforces the perceived benefit of acting now while the bundle is available.

Pro Tip

Add a subtle countdown timer or 'limited stock' indicator near the CTA to create urgency, since the email currently lacks any temporal pressure despite promoting a restocked bestseller that may sell out again. • Include a short customer testimonial or social proof near the product image to reinforce trust and efficacy, especially since hydration products rely heavily on perceived results and user experience, which aren’t currently highlighted.

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