Today we’d like to introduce you to Thomas Fortenberry.
Hi Thomas, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
A kitchen, a problem, 50 Bars of Soap.
In 2012, Thomas was done. Done with body washes that smelled like a hotel lobby. Done with “premium” grooming brands that charged $35 for a product that was 90% water and marketing. Done with the assumption that men either don’t care about what they put on their bodies or will pay anything to feel like they do.
He started making soap. Cedar and black pepper. Shea butter base. Activated charcoal for the guys who actually work with their hands. He gave bars to friends. Friends told friends. A men’s store put them on its counter and sold out in three days.
Face and Junk was never a business plan. It was a solution to a problem that turned out to be a lot of guys’ problem.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
No — it’s been a grind. Building a loyal customer base since 2012 meant learning the hard way: inconsistent foot traffic, tight cash flow in the early years, and figuring out how to stand out in a crowded grooming market. We focused on service quality, word-of-mouth, and targeted local marketing, and those choices slowly turned first-time clients into regulars.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Face and Junk distills a decade of know‑how into a compact lineup built for real results. Our Charcoal Body Bars deliver deep cleansing and gentle exfoliation with activated charcoal and moisture‑preserving emollients to detoxify skin and neutralize odor. Our Ball Wash is a pH‑balanced, soothing wash formulated with mild surfactants and botanical soothers to reduce irritation, control odor, and prevent chafing. Our Skincare essentials—cleanser, exfoliating serum, lightweight moisturizer, and targeted spot treatment—focus on improving skin health with simple, effective routines. The Beard & ’Stache Care includes a cleansing wash, nourishing oil, styling balm, and mustache wax to soften hair, calm the skin underneath, and provide natural hold without greasiness.
What matters most to you? Why?
Face and Junk exists to deliver honest, high‑quality men’s grooming — effective products, clear guidance, and a welcoming experience that turns first‑time customers into regulars.
Pricing:
- $7 – $17 – Body & Balls
- $15-$20 – Head & Face
- $14-$20 – Beard & ‘Stache
Contact Info:
- Website: https://faceandjunk.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faceandjunk/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faceandjunk/
- Twitter: https://x.com/FaceandJunk
