Thread: Got my first order from Colleen.

Went to check the mail this afternoon, got the Dovo stuff from Flounder and a great little box from Colleen:

- 2 cakes of Oak & Moss
- 2 cakes of Savon de Comte
- 1 Highlander
- 1 Orange/Patchouli (a little stronger than I expected but still very nice).


I shaved with the Oak & Moss a few hours ago and the scent is still with me, not overly heavy just a nice, clean, fresh earth and forest type of scent - exactly what I was hoping it would be. I'm not much into musk scents so this one's a nice alternative to the leather and heavy spice some guys prefer. The Savon is a clean citrus scent that I'm really looking forward to, it'd be a great Springtime shave. Tomorrow will likely be the Highlander unless something changes between now and then. Don'cha just love experimenting?
Thanks Colleen, I couldn't be more pleased.
Jack

Another fly trapped in Colleen's web od great products. I've got seniority and get the spot next to the bar-fridge

Originally Posted by FiReSTaRT

Another fly trapped in Colleen's web od great products. I've got seniority and get the spot next to the bar-fridge

That is true... It is really addictive stuff..

All of those are scents that I really like from her collection. She's got something for everyone, and experimenting is definitely part of the fun.

Originally Posted by FiReSTaRT

Another fly trapped in Colleen's web od great products. I've got seniority and get the spot next to the bar-fridge

That's fine with me but ... be a pal and pass the pretzels!
I decided to use my C&E Sweet Almond Oil cream today. Had a spare cup to work the lather up in & the volume of the lather was really impressive - but it didn't feel nearly as rich or slick as Colleen's soap. Nicked myself up pretty good this morning working on the throat and chin trouble spots - wish I'd used the Highlander or another of her soaps to limit the variables and determine the problem.

Tomorrow morning: Savon de Comte! Or Highlander ... or orange/patchouli ... maybe I'll just close my eyes and grab one.
Jack

Here's my take on C&E shaving products:
Soaps -- Don't bother. They're pure excrement
Creams -- On the par with Colleen's stuff in performance but nowhere near as good in the scent department.

I think I'll be sticking with Colleen's soaps from now on. The C&E was actually included in the Dovo set I bought off Flounder here so it was a freebie - not too shabby and it's the big jar.
Jack

Originally Posted by FiReSTaRT

Here's my take on C&E shaving products:
Soaps -- Don't bother. They're pure excrement
Creams -- On the par with Colleen's stuff in performance but nowhere near as good in the scent department.

Sorry but I have to disagree there. Not to knock Colleens in the least I love them but C&E creams rock. Nomad, Sienna and sweet almond are really great for both use and scent.

Good Morning Gents,

A big Thank You for all of those wonderful compliments....

RichZ, this next question/comment is for you; I too think my creams are pretty good , but still not quite where I want them to be. So if you don't mind, and please don't worry about hurting my feelings, this is soley a "Mad Soap Scientist" kinda question.

What is it about the C&E creams that you like better ? I'm looking for comments like.....better slick? more moisturizing ? is it simply the feel of the cream....?

I am very serious when I say I don't mind constructive criticism....for me the creams are like a puzzle....and one I enjoy working on. Now in my opinion, I am pleased with the creams ability to produce a "small bubble matrix" , but I continually think that the cream could use more slick or have better moisturizing qualities.

So do you have any clues for me....?

XXWarm Regards, Colleen

I haven't used C&E creams but I absolutely LOVE the scent of the Nomad soap. It's one of the great scents I have experienced. It also makes slick and rich latherr.

Too bad I can't use the soap much because it irritates my skin

Can't say about the creams.

Colleen, I have a question: the sample Oak & Moss I got with a brush from Matt irritates my skin (it is very sensitive) - what would you recommend from your soaps for ultra-sensitive skin? I hope there is a scent I like to it, but if you say unscented I am willing (finally) to go this route just to see if I find what works for me.

Thanks
Ivo