That's because Castle Forbes is a soap in disguise.
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Cheech, Check THIS out!
Hope that helps!
-Rob
Be careful: You'll end up with one of THESE!
Have Fun!
-Rob
PS- don't skip the glycerin, it makes a big difference!
Cheech here is a step by step guide for making Uberlather....
http://straightrazorpalace.com/shavi...berlather.html
Variety is the spice of life and we are blessed that we still have so much choice.
Yes CF is wonderful but I can't afford it and so I disregard it.
It's cards on the table time.
Presently I have two good creams and two good soaps in the cupboard. The differences in shave quality I get are marginal.
Overall, I think that a good soap is more protective and slicker than cream. It takes longer to prepare and it never looks so bulky on the skin. But it is richer and you get a much bigger bang for your buck. I also reach for the soap when I have the time and want the highest quality of shave. I find creams to be....well, convenient and relatively expensive but not better.
If you use a soap though you really do need a good shaving brush to get a rich thick creamy lather. Most creams can be applied and made creamy enough with your finger tips and the cheapest of brushes will work well. Soaps are bit more fussy.
I love the T&H avocado cream. I used a soap before switching, but now wouldn't go back. It makes all the difference in the world.