Prohibition Made: Our Founder’s Story

Prohibition Made Founder Story

At Prohibition Made, we believe men’s grooming should be simple, effective, and rooted in tradition - not filled with chemicals and empty promises. Our brand was born from a passion for clean grooming products that work, inspired by the timeless grit and ingenuity of the Prohibition era. But behind that vision is a man who values simplicity in every part of life.

From Chicago Roots to a Grooming Revolution

Our founder was born and raised in Chicago - a hardworking family man who knows the value of honest work and simple pleasures. He started his career in a body shop, where his love for cars and craftsmanship took shape. Always handy and innovative, there’s nothing he can’t build or fix. That same resourcefulness and creativity became the foundation for Prohibition Made.

When he wasn’t under the hood, he enjoyed the things that matter most: his wife, his two daughters, a cold beer or whiskey, and the freedom of living life authentically. His mindset - hard work, simplicity, and pride in what you create - drove him to challenge the men’s grooming industry.

He saw a gap: too many products were overcomplicated, overly scented, or packed with ingredients you can’t pronounce. His goal was simple: create high-quality men’s grooming essentials that are:

• All-natural and chemical-free

• Multi-purpose, built for real life

• Designed with a bourbon-inspired edge that nods to heritage while staying modern

• Small batch yet high quality - accessible for everyday men who want to look sharp without sacrificing authenticity

Built on Utility, Not Gimmicks

The All-Purpose Balm, Beard Oil, and Signature Chapstick were crafted with one mission: to simplify your routine. Whether you’re taming a beard, healing dry skin, or keeping lips hydrated, these products are utility-driven grooming tools that fit any lifestyle. And unlike big-box brands, every item is made with natural ingredients that work as hard as you do.

The Prohibition Made Promise

Just like the Prohibition era taught Americans how to innovate and do more with less, we’re carrying that spirit into grooming. Our promise is simple: straightforward men’s grooming essentials that combine tradition, craftsmanship, and authenticity.

So, whether you’re reaching for your beard oil before a night out, tossing a chapstick in your gym bag, or keeping a tin of balm in your pocket for rough spots, you know you’re backed by a brand that puts quality first.

Join the Movement

We’re more than a grooming brand - we’re a community built on heritage, utility, family, and style. Explore our products, follow along on Instagram, and be part of the growing group of men redefining grooming with Prohibition Made.

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