Thread: Soaps vs. Creams

I am presently Mitchell's Woolfat with a very small amount of Castle Forbs Cream. It makes a rich lather that lasts very well.

Lewis

Soap (face lathered) is fast and easy for me. Creams (bowl lathered) are more trouble to get right and take longer, but wow they are amazing when you take the time. So I use MWF a lot, but switch to TOBs creams when I want the luxury. When the cream is lathered perfectly it goes on the face like a warm, cushiony cloud, and I can't even feel the brush!

Gentlemen,

I have a couple of questions peripherally related to this discussion, I guess I'll put them here instead of creating another thread. (Moderators- If that's not kosher, let me know and I'll fix it.)


1. Is there any science behind soap vs. cream? I.e., what in the heck is in there and how does it affect whiskers/skin? (Was soap lather the first and only shaving cream at one point, then cream evolved to meet this specific need?)

2. Following on from #1, can one use any old soap for shaving or does soap have to contain -- or lack -- particular ingredients or elements in order for it to be useful or even harmless for shaving prep? Specifically, if I find a particular cologne I like that happens to make soap also, can I use that soap for shaving?


Thanks,



Derek

Originally Posted by DerekW

Gentlemen,

I have a couple of questions peripherally related to this discussion, I guess I'll put them here instead of creating another thread. (Moderators- If that's not kosher, let me know and I'll fix it.)


1. Is there any science behind soap vs. cream? I.e., what in the heck is in there and how does it affect whiskers/skin? (Was soap lather the first and only shaving cream at one point, then cream evolved to meet this specific need?)

2. Following on from #1, can one use any old soap for shaving or does soap have to contain -- or lack -- particular ingredients or elements in order for it to be useful or even harmless for shaving prep? Specifically, if I find a particular cologne I like that happens to make soap also, can I use that soap for shaving?


Thanks,



Derek

well if its a face soap it probably wont be harmful
but shaving soaps and cream are spesifically made for the purpose
(you may try normal face soap but its easyer and better just getting the stuff made for it)