Truefitt & Hill

Overview

Truefitt & Hill is the world's oldest barbershop, established in 1805, operating from 71 St James's Street in London and recognized in the Guinness Book of Records. It provides barbering services and grooming products including shaving, fragrance, hair, and bath items formulated with natural essences, holding a Royal Warrant as barbers to H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh. The brand maintains a heritage of serving high-profile clients from royalty to prime ministers while expanding globally with standardized services and UK-manufactured products.¹²³⁶

History

Founded in 1805 by Francis Truefitt as wigmakers and haircutters to HM King George III, the business catered to London's gentry with grooming services and products. In 1935, Truefitt acquired Edwin S. Hill & Co.'s hairdressing business, forming Truefitt & Hill and marking the start of its modern era. The company moved to its current location at 71 St James's Street in 1994 and has since expanded internationally to locations including India, Australia, Singapore, and Malaysia.¹³⁴⁵

Product Lines

Manufacturing

All products are manufactured in the United Kingdom and exported worldwide.³

Notable Products

• Ultimate Comfort Shaving Cream - Shaving cream with natural ingredients for sensitive skin.
• Trafalgar Cologne - Signature fragrance evoking traditional English scents.
• Heritage Collection Razor - Safety razor from premium materials for traditional shaving.
• Cornelius Cream - Pomade for hair styling with medium hold.
• No. 10 Elixir - Hair nutrient tonic for scalp health.

Reputation

Truefitt & Hill is regarded by grooming enthusiasts as a benchmark for traditional British barbering and high-quality products due to its 200+ year heritage and royal associations. Professionals value its consistent formulations and global service standardization. Some note higher pricing compared to contemporary brands, though this aligns with its luxury positioning.¹²³