Hi,
Is anyone aware of a place that sells tabac in minneapolis? I know we have some twin cities people on here so I am hoping. I would really like to smell it before buying some since certain scents kinda get to me.
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Hi,
Is anyone aware of a place that sells tabac in minneapolis? I know we have some twin cities people on here so I am hoping. I would really like to smell it before buying some since certain scents kinda get to me.
ill scrap a little off my puck and send it to you when i send you the MB sample so you can smell it and maybe get a shave or two out of itQuote:
Originally Posted by DustinW
After you do get the Tabac sample, please report back here and give your opinion on the scent. I'm curious to see what you think of it. Although I'm sure they exist, I can't recall anyone out there that has only a moderate opinion over Tabac's smell. It really does seem like people either find it pleasing or find it offensive.Quote:
Originally Posted by DustinW
Chris L
You are right ... I liked it straight away...but alot of guys write in that they hate itQuote:
Originally Posted by ChrisL
Chris' wife was definitely in the hate it category. I think I remember he said he had to throw away the slice I gave him without even trying it. What was the combination she used to describe it, Lysol and Aqua Net?:rofl2:
Good memory, Ron. Yes, sorry to say my wife has veto power and she chose to use it in regard to Tabac. Yes, that was her description of the scent. Aerosol hair spray and Lysol. Not pine scented, lemon scented, etc. but the old Lysol spray in the can.Quote:
Originally Posted by Utopian
Chris L
I exist!!!! I normally have strong opinions over scents. When I got my Tabac, I was waiting for a "WOW! I HATE (or LOVE) it!!" and it just never happened. It's squarelyu in the 'eh' category for me. Not really a nice scent, not really offensive. I am the only person I know with this opinion.Quote:
Originally Posted by ChrisL
Even without a great scent, it is my 100% favorite soap. It's that good.
Actually, I feel pretty neutral about the smell too. I notice the smell, but it doesn't do anything for me one way or the other. I just like the way it shaves.
I agree with that...although i do like the scent...for the price and great shaves i get it would have to smell really bad for me to not buy it...although i wouldnt want to try to get a relaxing shave with a scent I hated...Quote:
Originally Posted by Utopian
So maybe the scent does play a part in me liking the soap...lol...i guess I just dont know...but it works for me.
I must admit I am quite picky about scents myself. I do realize through experience that the scent of a soap or cream can be different after actually used on the skin post shave. For me I have to like the scent while shaving and really even before shaving which contributes to an overall enjoyable shaving experience.
Quite some time ago I purchased a puck of what I believe was called Vanderhagen from drugstore.com. It got great reviews by most who had purchased it there which is why I decided to try it. The smell was so offensive to me and so strong (I don't like scents that are so strong that I can actually taste them unless it's a food item I like) that I chucked the puck before even trying it.
Chris L
Aha! There are at least two of us! Pretty soon, we'll be classified as a new species, Straightshavus Tabacscent Neutralis as opposed to just odd mutation or subspecies.Quote:
Originally Posted by Utopian
I think I might be gettng weirder.
I'd like to reply on the regional angle to your question, Dustin. I personally don't know of any place in the Twin Cities that sells Tabac shaving soap. There is a perfume shop, I think it's in Burnsville Center, that sells Tabac cologne. I think the cologne, aftershave, and soap are near dead ringers to each other, and that'd give you an idea. I've always ordered Tabac products online.
I don't live in the metro area proper, but I'm in there 5 days a week for work, and usually on weekends. If you want, I could bring my Tabac cologne and aftershave in, we could meet somewhere, and you would be welcome to get a noseful. It might help you make the decision. Send me a PM. Some people can't stand Tabac's scent, but I like it. The soap is amazing, too.
Don
Awesome thread. I was just wondering the other day where to buy good creams and soaps in the MSP metro area. Does anyone know of any stores that sell good shaving supplies?
Well so far I found "kiss my face" at Byerlys and AOS stuff at several places. Proraso can be had at every Bath and Body WOrks. There are a couple soap stores in MOA though I didn't check them out the other day when I was there because there was some psycho trying to sell my wife a straightening iron right outside the stores. TH is available at Heimie's.
Definitely not a huge selection. I ended up buying some AOS cream until I can try out the other brands just to have something that was not proraso. The Proraso was trying to disintegrate my face I think. I don't get along with Menthol all that well I found out.
I got the samples from erictski which I appreciate very much. I haven't tried the mamabears yet but there is enough tabac for at least 2 shaves and maybe 3. I tried it out this morning. Before whipping it smelled very soapy. After I built a lather it still smelled really soapy with maybe a hint of spicy musk to it. Not unpleasant but not wonderful. At first I was thinking it might not grow on me with the other choices out there but then I used it to shave and unless the glycerin soap is like nirvana then I think the quality of the tabac will force the scent to grow on me. I think the harder soaps are going to be my main intrest for sure so now I just need to track them all down lol...
My take on the difference between soap and cream is what surprised me the most. I have been using AOS and proraso creams. I hate the proraso, the menthol irritates my face something fierce. That said, the creams are very thick and cusioning though slightly sticky. I never felt the blade against my skin with the cream. The cream also left a nasty stubble filled residue in my sink which my wife can't stand. The soap was very slick rather than sticky. I could definitely feel the blade against my skin but it moved over it better. I had no irritation from it and liked feeling the edge to know exactly where it was. It also wasn't as thick on my face which made moving from side to side feel better with less unloading of the blade. The best part was when I pulled the plug. Everything, stubble and all, swooped right down the drain with no residue on the sink. That alone may make me more of a soap guy.
Glad you like the Tabac. It really is a good soap slick and protective. I love it and will always have some in rotation. I actually like the smell cuz I even bought the Cologne splash. Wearing it today. Probably do a Tabac Shave tomorrow morning
I bought my soaps from Westcoastshaving.com
Good prices fast shipping fair shipping costs.
Thanks for the link!
I tried the mamabears today. It was very nice and I will likely buy some of her soaps as well. I do give the edge to the tabac on quality of the shave but it is ever so slight. The scents available definitely make them worthwhile. Another day, another very nice shave.
Thanks again Erictski!
I haven't found any good soap yet except for the rebranded Proraso at Bath and Body Works and VDH at Walgreens and Walmart.Quote:
Originally Posted by AeroDynamics
You should check out the William Marvy Co. in Saint Paul, they have the full Pinaud and Masters lines of aftershave and I bought a strop there. I would think that the MOA would almost have to have something there as I found a nice badger brush at Nordstroms this spring.
Does the place in St Paul have brushes and strops in stock? I would like to upgrade both of those items in the near future. I know there is a place that sells e-shave stuff in Minneapolis though haven't been there. Macys has AOS stuff as does a few other places.
I ordered a cake of Tabac from SRD that showed up today so at least that is covered. I got a couple 1 oz pucks from TGQ as well.
I know they have Boar and Badger Omega brushes in stock. I'm not sure on the strops. The one I bought there was an Illinois about 10 months ago.