Archaic Alchemy Mictlan Shaving Soap 150g

Product Overview

Archaic Alchemy Mictlan Shaving Soap is a 150g fragranced shaving soap formulated with saponified shea butter, mango butter, castor oil, and stearic acid. The formula also includes glycerine and tocopherol acetate, a form of vitamin E.

Inspired by the journey to Mictlán, the soap carries a story of passage through the underworld and the eventual arrival at rest. Its blend of potassium and sodium soap salts provides the foundation for traditional brush-built shaving lather.

Quick Take

A shaving soap built around saponified shea and mango butters, castor oil, and stearic acid, with glycerine included to help retain moisture. Pair it with Archaic Alchemy Mictlan Aftershave Balm for a coordinated shaving routine.

Scent

Mictlan contains fragrance described by Archaic Alchemy as incorporating natural essential oils, molecules, and flower extracts. Individual scent notes and a fragrance pyramid have not been supplied.

Best For

Traditional wet shavers interested in a formula built around saponified plant butters and castor oil, as well as those drawn to Archaic Alchemy's mythology-inspired grooming products.

Performance Profile

The formula combines potassium and sodium salts of shea butter, mango butter, castor oil, and stearic acid. Potassium soaps generally dissolve more readily, while sodium soaps contribute firmness and structure. Together, they help balance brush loading with the formation of shaving lather.

Stearate soaps support lather structure, while glycerine acts as a humectant to help retain moisture. Add water gradually during lathering to find a consistency that spreads evenly across the skin without becoming thin or runny.

Soap Base

• Saponified Shea Butter: Listed as Potassium Shea Butterate and Sodium Shea Butterate.
• Saponified Mango Butter: Listed as Potassium Mango Butterate and Sodium Mango Butterate.
• Castor Oil Soap Salts: Potassium Castorate and Sodium Castorate form part of the lathering base.
• Stearate Soap Salts: Potassium Stearate and Sodium Stearate contribute to the soap's structure.
• Glycerine: Included as a moisture-retaining humectant.
• Vitamin E: Supplied as Tocopherol Acetate.

A Word from the Manufacturer

After a long four-year journey through the regions of the underworld, the deceased completed their journey to Mictlán. They passed away, releasing their soul, “el tonalli,” thus achieving the longed-for rest in the presence of the Lord and Lady of Death, Mictlantecuhtli and Mictecacíhuatl, rulers of the underworld, who spoke the following words:

“Your sorrows are over; go now and sleep your mortal sleep.”

Directions for Use

Wet your shaving brush and gently shake out excess water. Load the brush with soap, then build a lather in a shaving bowl or directly on wet skin. Work in small amounts of water until the lather reaches your preferred consistency. Apply, shave, and rinse thoroughly. Follow any additional directions on the product packaging.

Ingredients

Potassium Shea Butterate, Potassium Stearate, Aqua, Potassium Mango Butterate, Potassium Castorate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Sodium Stearate, Sodium Mango Butterate, Sodium Castorate, Glycerine, Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E), Parfum (Fragrance).

Manufacturer's Fragrance Note: Natural essential oils, molecules, and flower extracts.

Product Details

• Brand: Archaic Alchemy
• Product: Mictlan
• Product Type: Shaving Soap
• Net Weight: 150g
• Base Components: Saponified Shea Butter, Mango Butter, Castor Oil, and Stearic Acid
• Additional Ingredients: Glycerine and Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E)
• Fragranced: Yes
• Inspiration: The Journey to Mictlán

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Pro Tip

If your lather feels pasty or the brush drags, add a few drops of water and work them in before loading more soap. Small adjustments make it easier to find the balance you prefer.

Related Products

Finish your shave with Archaic Alchemy Mictlan Aftershave Balm 100ml, which contains witch hazel, shea and mango butters, allantoin, and menthol. A shaving brush and lather bowl complete the soap-lathering setup. Complementary products are sold separately.

FAQ

What is the base of Archaic Alchemy Mictlan Shaving Soap?

The supplied formula uses potassium and sodium soap salts of shea butter, mango butter, castor oil, and stearic acid, with glycerine and vitamin E also included.

Does Mictlan Shaving Soap contain tallow?

No tallow is listed in the supplied ingredient declaration.

Is Mictlan Shaving Soap unscented?

No. Parfum (Fragrance) is listed in the formula. The manufacturer references natural essential oils, molecules, and flower extracts without identifying individual scent notes.

Does the shaving soap contain menthol?

Menthol is not listed in the supplied shaving soap formula. The separate Mictlan Aftershave Balm does list menthol.

What size is Archaic Alchemy Mictlan Shaving Soap?

This product contains 150g of shaving soap.

Is there a complementary Mictlan aftershave?

Yes. Archaic Alchemy offers Mictlan Aftershave Balm in a 100ml size, sold separately.

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