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    I have recently realised that my facial skin is sensitive. I think that most lathers left to sit on my face will cause irritation. Stupidly enough i had thought that sensitive shave products were for people who suffered from razor rash/burn ..doh.

    I am also wondering what is causing the itching sensation, maybe a particular acid.. I will do a test tonight with MDC, i know they use minimal ingredients ..See if i can get irritated.

    I do have one sensitive cream made by Esbjerg, i'm sure i've seen more over the years. Are there any recommendations?

    Thanks.

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    Might be worth trying Nivea Sensitive cream, easily available and not expensive.

    The only one I had a problem with was TOBS Sandalwood, it stings when I use it.
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    Baume Be, T&H ultimate comfort, Mitchell's wool fat, TOBS organic, Saponificio Varesino soaps are a safe bet, loads of brands cater for sensitive skin, sometimes theres no rhythm or reason why a certain ingredient will set someones skin off.
    Also check out Obies recommendations for sensitive skin, he has tried more soaps and creams than you can shake a stick at.
    https://sharprazorpalace.com/soaps-c...ps-creams.html
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    Quote Originally Posted by markbignosekelly View Post
    Baume Be, T&H ultimate comfort, Mitchell's wool fat, TOBS organic, Saponificio Varesino soaps are a safe bet, loads of brands cater for sensitive skin, sometimes theres no rhythm or reason why a certain ingredient will set someones skin off.
    Also check out Obies recommendations for sensitive skin, he has tried more soaps and creams than you can shake a stick at.
    https://sharprazorpalace.com/soaps-c...ps-creams.html
    I have all of those apart from the wool fat & Tobs organic... I am trying to stay away from animal fat also . I am a vegetarian so i might as well try n go the whole hog

    I will soon to be stocking up on the Abbate y La Mantia, they should be good and totally organic.. I didnt see Obies sensitive soaps section, i will have a scan..
    Cheers Mark.

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    You might want to give The Body Shop's Maca Root with Aloe shave cream a try as it is touted to be all organic. It is really one good shave cream regardless.

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    yes give that macca root a go it really is good stuff
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    Quote Originally Posted by BobH View Post
    You might want to give The Body Shop's Maca Root with Aloe shave cream a try as it is touted to be all organic. It is really one good shave cream regardless.

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    Sounds nice ..cheers Bob

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    Gentlemen,

    I will be adding a new category to the First Tier soaps and creams thread. I’m a little behind schedule on this as the second novel keeps me occupied.

    I have an ultra sensitive skin. I can’t wear wool. Any dress shirt has to be washed a half a dozen times before I can wear it. Admittedly, some soaps irritate my skin with burn and other nasty stuff. For instance, Martin de Candre rose gives me burn. The other scents don’t. There are others that I have stopped using, the latest being Arriana & Evans Fig scent — OY!
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    For now, off the top of my head, some of the soaps and creams for sensitive skin that I have tried include: Lea (soap and cream), Esbjerg (I forget the scent), Taylor of Old Bond Street Jermyn Street, Zigari (the Wanderer and the Magician are both easy on the skin), Wholly Kaw Fougere is sweet on my skin, all the Castle Forbes scents are lovely for the skin. If I recall, Mitchell’s Wool Fat was easy on my face. Czech & Speak is sweet on my skin. Anyway, that is all for now.
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    Mystic Water Sensitive Skin is a very good option; unscented soap that will leave your skin very well hydrated and moisturized.
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    Hey Joseph, I have crappy sensitive skin. A mild case of rosacea to upper cheeks and chin. Many soaps and creams give me a burn of varying severity. Some leave my face feeling warm/hot to the touch for a couple hours after use. I've worked my way through a lot of soaps n creams to find products that won't give me burn or other irritation.

    I find very strongly scented soaps n creams can tend to be problematic for me. Some soaps n creams that work for me are Saponificio Varesino, MdC, Castle Forbes, Esbjerg sensitive, Valobra, Tabac, Meissner Tremonia, Institut Karite soap and Provence Sante. Valobra and S.V are standouts for me.
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