Thread: Acqua di Parma Collezione Barbiere Shaving Cream

If cost per shave were the only issue in a soaps' worth, we'd all be shaving with Arko. If someone enjoys shaving with fine Italian soaps, aftershaves, and fragrances, whether Acqua Di Parma, Santa Maria Novella, Antica Barbieria Cola, or Boellis Panama 1924, it's worth it to him. The previous formulation of Acqua Di Parma shave cream had a Colonia scent that most people enjoyed, and they were angered when the new formulation came out that is essentially scentless. However, the new formulation is a marked improvement in the quality of the lather. I enjoy using all of the above products, and don't find ADP to perform any better than the others, and not necessarily better than many other fine shaving soaps and creams that are available today. I would consider it just one of many luxury Italian soaps that might be fun to use, but many people are just as happy using Cella or Proraso.