What Is Tallow in Shaving Soap—and Why Does It Matter?
Tallow has long been a staple in traditional shaving soaps. But what exactly is it, and why does it matter? Learn why many wet shavers consider tallow the gold standard...
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A Classic, Luxurious Experience with Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood Shaving CreamA Classic, Luxurious Experience with Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood Shaving Cream
Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood Shaving Cream provides an unparalleled experience that reminds one of the traditional art of shaving, and it earns a full five-star rating for its...
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Product Review: Stirling Soap Company's Barbershop Shaving SoapProduct Review: Stirling Soap Company's Barbershop Shaving Soap
As an experienced wet-shaver, I have tried many different shaving soaps and creams over the years, and I must say that Stirling Soap Company's Barbershop shaving soap is one of...
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Product Review: TRC Silicone Collapsible Travel Lather BowlProduct Review: TRC Silicone Collapsible Travel Lather Bowl
I was skeptical about this little silicone travel bowl. I've been DE shaving now for only a few months, and have struggled to build lather at home, let alone while...
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Review: Stirling Soap Company’s Electric SheepReview: Stirling Soap Company’s Electric Sheep
As I am a marketer for my day job, I’d be remis if I did not begin this review by pointing out the clever product naming; the Electric part is an accurate...
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Barrister and Mann: Omnibus Base ReviewBarrister and Mann: Omnibus Base Review
Have you tried the new base from Barrister and Mann? If so, what are your thoughts? Do you want to try the new base? Which scent are you hoping they...
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Catie’s Bubbles Sunrise: Shaving Soap Review
Catie’s Bubbles Sunrise: Shaving Soap Review
An easy to lather vegan shaving soap that does not require a lot of water. Clean and pleasant scent blending from the three notes with plenty of spaces to load...
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Moon Soaps: Amaretto Speciale ReviewMoon Soaps: Amaretto Speciale Review
Moon was created out of a life-long love of bath and body products. I wanted to explore the possibilities of creating a line that embodies all the things I love...
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Barrister & Mann: The Full Measure of Man ReviewBarrister & Mann: The Full Measure of Man Review
Barrister and Mann soaps are known as top performing soaps and the Excelsior base is no exception. I scooped out a decent amount due to the size of know I...
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Grooming Dept: Otium ReviewGrooming Dept: Otium Review
The first time I used this soap, I scooped some out and placed it into a lather bowl. I slowly added water to build the lather, and eventually slightly overhydrated...
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Stirling: Baker Street ReviewStirling: Baker Street Review
The scent of this soap is very well blended. The scent originated from the Strop Shoppe (as noted on the label with the street sign, also showing Stirling Soap). Stirling...
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Catie’s Bubbles: A Midnight Dreary ReviewCatie’s Bubbles: A Midnight Dreary Review
About the artisan from the website: “Sometimes we find a hobby that we love. Sometimes that hobby turns into a passion. I have taken that passion for soapmaking and turned...
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Catie’s Bubbles: A Purple Grapefruit Review
Catie’s Bubbles: A Purple Grapefruit Review
Catie’s Bubbles was one of the first artisan soaps I ever used and it has been a staple in my den since. I think the quality (especially for the price)...
