Thread: Opinion: Soap

I agree on Castle Forbes and MdC. Pure excellent...

Sounds like your using Van den Hagen....not bad!

If u want something with manly scents, check into "Fine Accoutrements". They have matching after shave, for their soaps.
They lather easy with any brush I've used, good cushion and glide, for under $20 YMMV

If you don’t mind using a shaving stick La Tojo hits all those buttons to me.

I can second both Fine Accoutrements and Herni et Victoria, as I've personally used them both. The Fine products may be some of the most underrated but ubiquitous soaps around and the Henri et Victoria is currently at the top of my list when it comes to performance (I have not tried MdC or several of Obie's tops yet, sample size is important).

The one caution I'll pass along with Henri et Victoria is that it may cause issues for those with sensitive skin. The La Poire Francaise is an absolutely delightful scent in my opinion but it has caused some issues for me in regards to burn. During my first use it wasn't all that noticeable but I've had some pretty major issues with subsequent shaves. I've also had some issues with an old favorite so I've been experimenting with some routine changes and it will be interesting to see how things transpire when I try my changes with the French Pear.

Originally Posted by nun2sharp

I love Colleens soaps at the Gentlemans quarter, handcrafted with the right blend of fragrances. If you haven't tried any of hers I highly recommend it. I love the oak and moss as well as her highlander and bay rum. Its not the "usual" stuff. Definitely a step up in fragrance, latherabilty and glide.

Great lead-- just looked at their shaving soaps and they have what sound like some great and unusual scents. They also offer 1 oz and 3 oz pucks. Definitely want to try some.

Originally Posted by lslick23

The manliest soap I’ve used is from Henri Et Victoria called Duc de Santal. I can’t get enough of the smell even after using the asftershave balm.

Islick23 I bought some of that Duc de Santal after you talked about it on a different thread. I like it !

Czech and Speake Oxford and Cambridge
Floris 89 (hey, James Bond used the fragrance)
Penhaligons Blenheim Bouquet (also Endymion and Sartorial are very nice)

Cheers, Steve

George F. Trumper Glycerin shave soaps are awesome I prefer the almond scent. It’s a manly but mild scent. The soaps come is Re- fillable wooden bowls. It’s is available at Straight Razor Designs. I’ve been using this soap about 20 years

Personally, I use mild soaps, many do not even suspect what is what are mild soaps.

Personally, I use mild soaps, many do not even suspect what is what are mild soaps. The most popular element of hydration is glycerin. Soap with its content is softer than ordinary. Very often it looks light-transmitting or translucent from the outside. But consumers are obliged to know that such soap, produced industrially, does not always have great quality. Glycerin is considered a very capricious and unreliable substance. Crystal light transmission in such conditions can be achieved only by adding alcohol. The soap I use is made from real products.

Quote Originally Posted by lslick23

The manliest soap I’ve used is from Henri Et Victoria called Duc de Santal. I can’t get enough of the smell even after using the asftershave balm.

Originally Posted by AlienEdge

Islick23 I bought some of that Duc de Santal after you talked about it on a different thread. I like it !

I have Duc De Santal too, one of my favourites and subtle enough that the wife doesn't get all stuffed up.

I also have Cognac and Cuban Cigars as well as the Pear by Henri et Victoria and they're both excellent as well.