Thread: First Canadian Shave Soap Co.

I stumbled onto some comments referring to this shave soap on the net and was interested especially as it was a Canadian produced product which is fairly rare. The soap comes in two sizes so I gambled and ordered two of the large sizes to try out. Both were tallow based. Communication was good and the soap was shipped promptly. They arrived yesterday.

I shaved with the South Simcoe Sandalwood soap this morning. The tub is nice and wide for easy loading and the scent was pleasant but not overbearing. It loaded easily and produced a rich, thick and slick lather for my 4 pass shave. It did not leave my skin feeling dry. So the initial impression was very good. I doubt that impression will change much with further use. I'd say it is a solid product at a decent price. If you are a Canadian and want to support a fellow Canuck it is worth considering and even if you are just looking for a good shave soap to try Canuck or not.

Bob

Here's another shave soap co. named Stoutheart

Another Canadian soap is Elvado, made in Newmarket Ontario. It is a vegan soap and very new to me. I've had one shave and give is a thumbs up.

BobH:
Did you get this soap straight from the First Canadian Shave Soap Co.? Just wondering where they're located.

I too saw some comments about First Canadian elsewhere and went searching for it. (You know me and soaps, Bob!) Great minds and all that.. heh. Anyway, I couldn't find them directly but I did find an online store that carries their stuff Badger Shaving Co. Fine Grooming Supplies. That might help you Firefighter.


rs,
Tack

Originally Posted by Firefighter2

BobH:
Did you get this soap straight from the First Canadian Shave Soap Co.? Just wondering where they're located.

Yes, straight from them through this https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/FirstCanadianShave .

Bob

Originally Posted by Tack

I too saw some comments about First Canadian elsewhere and went searching for it. (You know me and soaps, Bob!) Great minds and all that.. heh. Anyway, I couldn't find them directly but I did find an online store that carries their stuff Badger Shaving Co. Fine Grooming Supplies. That might help you Firefighter.


rs,
Tack

Yea, I know you and soap don't mix, yea right. Thanks for the link. That is probably better for Firefighter as they are closer.

Bob

Originally Posted by BobH

Yea, I know you and soap don't mix, yea right. Thanks for the link. That is probably better for Firefighter as they are closer.

Bob

Yes, thanks also. This is based out of Vancouver B.C. The shipping shouldn't be too bad from there.

There are quite a few really great Canadian shaving soaps out there now. I've shaved with, and love, the following: first Canadian, soapy bathhman, copper hat. I haven't tried Elvado yet, but the wild mint scent is really awesome. There is also a new one on the way from a local buddy: Bro Shaving Co.

I ordered two pucks yesterday, Vetiver and Bay Rum with Lime. I'm hoping the Rum pairs well with Captains Choice Bay Rum with Lime aftershave, which I like.