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Keeping lather warm - an alternative to scuttle
Well...like most bowl latherers out there, I had been struggling to find that perfect something that would keep my nice uberlather warm for the duration of my shave. The scuttle seemed to offer the solution until I realized that I needed my lather to stay warm for longer than 15 minutes without the need to refresh the hot water in it.
Then about 1.5 months ago, I stumbled onto the solution
The "Sunbeam Hot Pot Express" (see picture below):
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This thing offered many advantages (at least to me):
1. Cheap - $10-$12 at Target. Can't go wrong
2. Keeps water warm and has variable temperature control
3. I can put my mug/brush inside and fill both mug and pot with water and heat while I take my shower...I will have nice warm brush in under 3 minutes
4. I can build lather and put it back in the pot...the warm water in pot will keep the lather warm during each pass.
It is plain AWESOME :beer1:...and consistent temperatures all through my shaves, every time. Now, I love my lather even more.
Anyone else tried this?...If so, do share your experiences...good, bad and ugly
PS: I am sure that I have seen a video of someone (not sure if it was Joel or maybe I saw it on YouTube) using this technique too some time ago. :hmmm:
Keeping lather warm . . .
Gentlemen:
These days I, too, use an electric coffee mug warmer to keep my lather mug warm. It works.
Regards,
Obie
Keeping Lather Warm . . .
Quote:
Originally Posted by
Lynn
Just throw some flowers in it and you'll be fine!!!
:):):):)
Lynn
Gentlemen:
The noble Lynn is so right here. A bouquet of flowers for your beautiful lady never fails.
Regards,
Obie
Hot Lather, Stroping, Oily face and Variables
Thanks for your guyzes thoughts. I found that when my face is oily from not washing first, the lather breaks down fast. Nothing like a clean face. I am loving the heat produced by hot lather on my face, and just need to spend some time finessing it to my bathroom timeline.
Another question since we're on it, and you are all experts: When I feel 'tugging' from blade, can it mean that my hair is not soft enough, as well as the blade needs some strop action? I guess I need to make sure I'm covering all the variables rather than just assuming it's a dull blade.?
Thanks again...