Quote Originally Posted by DerekW View Post
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)