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    I just ordered my first Mama Bear's soap this weekend and I'm looking forward to giving it a try. For me, this thread is perfectly timed...thanks for the tips!

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    I have three tubs of Mama Bears. I've found that a little goes a long way, like others have been saying. It's a little deceptive at first, as your first pass will seem like it has plenty of good lather, but then the next two passes the lather will seem pasty and will need more water. It's easy to overload your brush.

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    Today was the first shave with Mama Bear's.

    Took the advice offered by BenjaminBarker and soaked the puck in piping hot water during the shower. Drained it off, loaded the badger bristles and began working it in the bowl, alternately hydrating and whisking. In less than 60 seconds, the bowl was overflowing with luxurious, creamy, fragrant lather. Mama Bears is FANTASTIC!

    Thanks for the tips.

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    Quote Originally Posted by csrund View Post
    Today was the first shave with Mama Bear's.

    Took the advice offered by BenjaminBarker and soaked the puck in piping hot water during the shower. Drained it off, loaded the badger bristles and began working it in the bowl, alternately hydrating and whisking. In less than 60 seconds, the bowl was overflowing with luxurious, creamy, fragrant lather. Mama Bears is FANTASTIC!

    Thanks for the tips.
    Glad it worked for you!!!!

    When you say drained it off did you pour the "thick water" into your bowl/scuttle?? (I say thick water bc it's actually water and melted soap)

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    Exactly the The Ye Olde Barbershoppe is my favorite. Plenty of hot water and a badger brush!!
    Quote Originally Posted by Otto View Post
    Mama Bear's is one of my favorites; use plenty of hot water and use your time. Watch the video on her web-site.
    Once you figure out how, you will consistently get great lather from it.
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    Ya just tried my Masonic Lodge again today (3rd time used). Very allergic to it. anyone wants to trade with me for it PM me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by BenjamanBarker View Post
    Glad it worked for you!!!!

    When you say drained it off did you pour the "thick water" into your bowl/scuttle?? (I say thick water bc it's actually water and melted soap)
    Y'know, I actually poured it in the sink. But I'll put it into the bowl next time, for sure! (What was I thinking, anyway?)

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    Quote Originally Posted by zilla1015 View Post
    Exactly the The Ye Olde Barbershoppe is my favorite. Plenty of hot water and a badger brush!!
    I bought the Olde Barbershop scent to start with. Smells like a blend of almonds, vanilla and spice to me. Are those the scents you get from it?

    Thinking about ordering something with lime next time.

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    Yeah and a hint of powder. To me it reminds me of my grandfathers barbershop. I think that is why I like the scent so much. I haven't experimented with the citrus scents of Mama Bear's. Let me know what you think of them.

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    I have a few pucks of Mama Bear's soap and have been very pleased with them and their selection and performance. The scent starts out strong and then starts to fade away the more you use it.

    Pabster

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