Thread: Rose Scented Soap

Since we're all anxiously awaiting the arrival the Rose Otto, I was wondering what other Rose Scented Soaps you guys like?
What are your favorites and why?

As far as Rose SS's go, you know I'm a big fan of GFT Rose, new formulation as I have not been fortunate enough to try the old, tallow based formulation but can't imagine it was that much better. In addition, I like Czech & Speake No. 88 which has more of a complex Rose note. I've only heard rumors about QED's legendary Wild Rose but have not been fortunate enough to try that either, people tend to hoard that stuff. Mama Bear's is a bit strong for me but some may find it just right.

Joe

We just received shipment of a tub of Truefitt and Hill Rose shave cream. This is the only rose scented soap we have. It smells a bit over powering in the tub but once lathered up it has a more relaxed scent. While the lather is great and the scent acceptable I think CarrieM will be using it a bit more than I will.

Definitely +1 on GFT Rose. I can't give it enough credit. It's my favourite floral soap by far. I use it in my rotation along with other soaps and creams.

GFT Rose soap gives me a very comfortable and close shave and it works VERY well with the Coral Skin Food, also by GFT.

Originally Posted by Joed

We just received shipment of a tub of Truefitt and Hill Rose shave cream. This is the only rose scented soap we have. It smells a bit over powering in the tub but once lathered up it has a more relaxed scent. While the lather is great and the scent acceptable I think CarrieM will be using it a bit more than I will.

Sorry to be a bit picky, but T&H don't do a rose (shaving) soap; only a cream. I think the original poster asked about soaps.

I've also talked with a fellow member who is a rose fan and he mentioned that Floris No. 89 has a rose scent to it. I've not tried it but might be worth a go. I also believe Collen is working on a Rose soap to add to her collection, it might be in the Beta phase right now but pretty sure it is in the works.

Joe

Originally Posted by rum

Sorry to be a bit picky, but T&H don't do a rose (shaving) soap; only a cream. I think the original poster asked about soaps.

I stand corrected. I meant to say cream but soap was typed. Hope we all live through it.

I couldn't spare the funds for this round of the rose otto soap, but I do like mama bear's attar of roses soap. Besides GFT rose cream, it's the only rose scent I've tried. I do like it better than the GFT rose cream though. Seems more rosey if that makes sense.. more pure. The GFT, while nice, seems to have some other stuff mixed in or something?

I've got

1. C&S 88 soap
2. QED Wild Rose
3. GFT Rose Soap

Like them in that order. The C&S is a GREAT tallow soap. Scent is very powdery and fru fru. The QED is a rare Fragrance (not Essential) oil offering from QED - smells great but the fact that it's not EO bugs me (all in my head though). Smells really strong and nice. GFT is a nice soap but just doesn't do anything great - performance is good but not AOS/TABAC/C&S level of performance. Scent is anice rosey mild scent, but doesn't knock me off my feet.

I can't wait to try the SRD Rose EO soap, which I hope is what my QED would be if it was EO and not FO.

Originally Posted by loueedacat

I've got

1. C&S 88 soap
2. QED Wild Rose
3. GFT Rose Soap

Like them in that order. The C&S is a GREAT tallow soap. Scent is very powdery and fru fru. The QED is a rare Fragrance (not Essential) oil offering from QED - smells great but the fact that it's not EO bugs me (all in my head though). Smells really strong and nice. GFT is a nice soap but just doesn't do anything great - performance is good but not AOS/TABAC/C&S level of performance. Scent is anice rosey mild scent, but doesn't knock me off my feet.

I can't wait to try the SRD Rose EO soap, which I hope is what my QED would be if it was EO and not FO.

lou, if ever your QED troubles you too much, know that I stand ready to relieve you of it's problems!

I'm with you on the C&S No. 88, I picked up the travel size 3 pack along with their Oxford & Cambridge scent (wonderful if you like lavender). I love Mama Bear's soaps but her Rose did not agree with my skin, only one of her soaps to not.

Joe