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The Thirteen Thieves blog is about life, exploration of thoughts, glimpses into the lifestyle, motivation, grooming recommendations, and sometimes men's style and style staples.

3 Keys to Changing (Negative Self-Talk)

Changing negative self-talk can be a challenge many us may not even know we are a willing participant in, which I am just as guilty as the next. Every day some or most of us avoid looking in the mirror or focus on the routine we are completing, not once stopping to look at ourselves or this total stranger that appears at specific times of the day or through casual peripheral glances.None of us are immune to the self-doubt and negative self-talk of our lives. Nevertheless, open up a conversation and ask what other people think of you. Start taking compliments seriously and don't let them pass or wave them away. Especially don't deflect these compliments with your discounting negative talk a taking As my friend would say, "Isn't it what I think you think you are."

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Ready to ditch the can?

We wanted to introduce you to our Soothing Unscented Shave Cream. This is a foam-free shaving cream that provides a close, even shave. Our Soothing Unscented Shave Cream is remarkably hydrating and a soothing formula with powerhouses like Aloe, Coconut Oil, Shea and Cocoa butter. We have also added Lavender Flower Water, and Calendula Flower extract and a cacophony of additional fruit extracts that leave the skin soft, moisturized and looking it's naturally best. Your razor will glide across your face and give you a relaxing and refreshing post-shave feel.

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Tobacco and Bourbon; Our Newest Limited Edition Scent

We are proud to offer, starting June 1, our new seasonal blend dedicated to these warmer months. Our No 77 Tobacco and Bourbon will be available in out Beard Oil and Balm only, therefore it will not be available in the Ultimate Beard Kit. Our Tobacco and Bourbon products have a mellow, woodsy scent like fine pipe tobacco or just cut tobacco leaves, with just a whiff of cherry wood. You will also notice a fresh, citrus top with juniper berries.

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Father's Day Gifts

Still looking for the perfect Father's Day gift? We believe our products are vastly superior in quality, value, and uplifting scents. We have designed each bottle and tin to reflect our craftsmanship; we use the best sources available to us to further sustainability and create the least amount of waste possible.

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Team Awesome Unites with Together We Rise

ogether We Rise is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization comprised of motivated young adults and former foster youth. Our vision is to improve the lives of children in foster care, who often find themselves forgotten and neglected by the public. We collaborate with individuals, companies, and community partners to bring resources to foster youth and use service-learning activities to educate volunteers on issues surrounding the foster care system. 

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Father's Day Pre-Sale

This June, show your special man how much you love and appreciate them for this wonderful Father's Day gift. We have designed the perfect gift that is luxurious and comprehensive for every man on your list.We are offering the Pre-Sale Shave Only Kit for those early shoppers looking to lock in their savings with a ship date of 6/1/17 for the US and 5/20/17 for international buyers.We have Two options available.

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Happy Earth Day 2017

Happy Earth Day from Thirteen Thieves. We hope you were able to find something today that made a difference to you or your community. We wanted to remind you that the little things make the biggest difference. Those small acts are true of our intimate, romantic, friendship and family relationships; we would even go one step further and include all the people we do not interact with but see around us all the time.

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Announcing our newest Kit

Available now for those unbearded, clean-cut men in your life. Our luxurious complete wet shaving kit. This kit comes complete with a 2 oz Unscented Pre Shave Oil, 8 oz Unscented Creamy Shaving Cream, 1 oz Unscented AHA Aftershave Lotion, and 2 oz of our newest Woodsy Citrus Nourishing Oil. The Nourishing Oil is perfect for hair, skin, hands, feet, etc. It adds a very silky smooth finish to any shave.

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Announcement

First, we are thrilled to announce that we will be giving back to a couple of different organizations because we were unable to make up our minds. Starting on September 1, 2016, any purchase made from ThirteenThieves.co or Etsy.com/shop/ThirteenThieves, we will donate one dollar to MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies) and match that same donation for Justin Wren's Fight for the Forgotten for the rest of 2016.

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Getting a job with a beard

There are some companies that still enforce an absolute zero facial hair policy. Thankfully this is becoming less frequent though especially in corporate type roles it is still a possibility that the company will have this policy, especially if it is a customer facing role. Now, if you’re going for a job where that is the companies policy, then you have a decision to make.

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Jojoba: The lies I’ve read and the benefits I like.

The name “jojoba” (pronounced ho-HO-ba) originated from O’odham Hohowi (an indigenous Uto-Aztecan peoples), who are credited with the name.  The O’odham people, from the Sonoran Desert in the southwest United States, treated burns with an antioxidant salve made from the paste of the jojoba nut (Edited by Steven J. Phillips & Patricia Wentworth Comus, 2000). 

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Beard Oil, what is it and why do you need it.

Beard oil is made from natural oils like almond, grapeseed or the super popular jojoba oil. Beard oil is, in essence, a product available to men that will add additional oils to one's beard and skin, a leave-in conditioner for your face. Beard oil is packed with nourishing benefits while also being nontoxic, hypoallergenic, and can enhance the beard's natural oils.

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