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    I am plagued with a heavy beard and an ultra sensitive skin. That is an odd combination. Consequently, I have been on a quest to find shave creams and soaps suitable for sensitive skin. The lineup includes regulars and old standbys, as well as new acquaintances. All seem ideal for my type of skin. So here is the new lineup, including Xpec, which along with Castle Forbes, is the crowning achievement in fine shaving creams. Xpec's future, however, is uncertain, vendors tell me:

    Xpec cream
    Castle Forbes cream
    Martin de Candre soap
    Le Pere Lucien soap
    BAUM.BE cream
    Estbjerg "sensitive" cream
    Santa Maria Novella cream
    Institute Karite cream
    Truefitt & Hill Ultimate Comfort cream

    If you have ultra-sensitive skin, you might find this list useful. There are other creams and soaps for sensitive skin, and I have tried many, but have settled for these — for now.
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    Those are definitely some top-of-the-line choices. I guess they do prove their worth though.

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    thanks again Obie , I always look forward to you recommendations,, keep it up ,, now if I could only find the Xpec tc
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    Quote Originally Posted by tcrideshd View Post
    thanks again Obie , I always look forward to you recommendations,, keep it up ,, now if I could only find the Xpec tc
    Xpec is a celestial cream. I have a little bit left and savor it. No one seems to know if the manufacturer will continue to produce it. I should have stocked up. The tub is huge and the price worth it. So fingers crossed. At the same time, Castle Forbes is also celestial.

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    castle forbes next up to buy ,, getting my list together as we speak so I can get the free shipping ,, now when can we exp-ect that scuttle review? hint hint tc
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    Quote Originally Posted by tcrideshd View Post
    castle forbes next up to buy ,, getting my list together as we speak so I can get the free shipping ,, now when can we exp-ect that scuttle review? hint hint tc
    As soon as I have some time, I'll write up my thoughts on the scuttles I have used through the years. It will not be a formal review, but some thoughts. I should start working on it hopefully next week. As for Castle Forbes cream, you will love it. Good stuff.

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    Soap addiction in full swing this month. I searched the local Bastille days for anything French shave related. Sadly, not very lucky. Food was good.

    Castle Forbes and Martin de Candre in the mail. I was going to pass on the Martin de Candre because the shipping cost is extreme but their photographer makes soap look very luxurious.
    "The best way to have a good idea is to have a lot of ideas." -Linus Pauling

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    if you haven't used the MDC yet your in for a treat, that soap is an experience, the lather just explodes and the feel after the shave is very silky smooth enjoy tc
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    I ordered a little something for the wife to since I was already paying over the price of an eBay razor for shipping. Hopefully we both will enjoy the soap.
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    Just curious Obie, I'm sure you've tried the Proraso White Croap? Fantastic stuff. Budget price point as well...
    !! Enjoy the exquisite taste sharpening sharpening taste exquisite smooth. Please taste the taste enough to ride cutlery.
    Mike

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