Ariana & Evans Kaizen Shaving Soap Ultima 2 Base 5oz

Product Overview

Ariana & Evans Kaizen Shaving Soap combines a complex citrus, floral, tobacco, vetiver, and wood fragrance with the brand's Ultima 2 tallow-based shaving soap formula. Kaizen takes its name from the Japanese concept of 改善, meaning "improvement," reflecting Ariana & Evans' philosophy of continually striving to improve.

The fragrance begins with a lively combination of mandarin, Calabrian bergamot, lemon peel, green apple, and neroli before developing through floral elements and ultimately revealing a deeper spicy and woody character. Tobacco absolute, Haitian vetiver, sandalwood, and cedarwood contribute to the fragrance's darker foundation.

Each jar contains 5 ounces of Ultima 2 shaving soap and is presented in Ariana & Evans' custom glass packaging. The glass jar is embossed with the brand's logo and packaged inside a custom black tubed box that is individually hand-stamped with a wax seal.

Quick Take

Kaizen is a 5oz tallow-based Ariana & Evans shaving soap featuring the Ultima 2 formula and a fragrance that evolves from fresh citrus and green notes into florals, tobacco, vetiver, sandalwood, and cedarwood. Premium presentation includes a logo-embossed glass jar and black tubed box with a hand-stamped wax seal.

Scent Notes

Featured Notes: Mandarin, Calabrian bergamot, lemon peel, neroli, honeysuckle, green apple, rose, tobacco absolute, Haitian vetiver, sandalwood, cedarwood

Kaizen begins with a fresh, green combination of mandarin, tangerine-like citrus character, lemon zest, Calabrian bergamot, and green apple, with neroli adding another aromatic citrus-floral dimension. As the fragrance develops, floral and citrus elements give way to a noticeably deeper character. Tobacco absolute, Haitian vetiver, sandalwood, and cedarwood form the darker woody foundation, with the later stages becoming distinctly spicy and woody.

Best For

Ariana & Evans Kaizen is particularly well suited to wet shavers who enjoy fragrances that noticeably develop throughout their scent profile rather than remaining purely citrus-forward. It is also a compelling choice for those who appreciate bright citrus and green notes contrasted against florals, tobacco, vetiver, sandalwood, and cedarwood.

Ultima 2 Soap Base

Kaizen uses Ariana & Evans' Ultima 2 shaving soap formula, a tallow-based composition containing beef tallow alongside an extensive combination of butters and oils. Shea, kokum, cocoa, sal, cupuaçu, and mango butters are joined by avocado, emu, palm fruit, jojoba, and olive oils.

The formula also includes beer, vegetable glycerin, sodium lactate, hyaluronic acid, and silk amino acid. Together, these ingredients form the distinctive Ultima 2 formulation used for this release.

Key Ingredients

• Beef Tallow: A defining component of the Ultima 2 tallow-based shaving soap formula.
• Vegetable Glycerin: Included alongside the soap's oils, butters, and other formulation ingredients.
• Shea, Kokum & Cocoa Butters: Three of several plant butters incorporated into the Ultima 2 formula.
• Sal, Cupuaçu & Mango Butters: Further expand the combination of butters used in the soap base.
• Avocado, Jojoba & Olive Oils: Included as part of the formula's extensive mixture of oils.
• Emu Oil: Included in the Ultima 2 ingredient formulation.
• Hyaluronic Acid & Silk Amino Acid: Additional components of the Ultima 2 formula.

Premium Glass Packaging

Kaizen is presented in Ariana & Evans' custom glass shaving soap jar rather than a conventional plastic tub. The jar is embossed with the Ariana & Evans logo and generously filled with 5 ounces of Ultima 2 shaving soap.

The glass jar is packaged inside a custom black tubed box, with each box individually hand-stamped with a wax seal. Because of the additional weight of the glass jar and presentation packaging, shipping costs may be slightly higher than with previous Ariana & Evans packaging.

A Word from the Manufacturer

Kaizen takes its name from 改善, a Japanese term meaning "improvement." Ariana & Evans' inspiration comes from a fascination with the histories and traditions of other cultures and a personal connection to the idea of continually striving for improvement and success.

The term entered Japan from classical Chinese during the Nara Period, from 710 to 794, through Buddhist scriptures. For Ariana & Evans, the concept resonated on both a personal and professional level. While developing the now-retired K2E soap base alongside this fragrance, the philosophy of Kaizen provided a fitting name for the creation.

Directions for Use

Load a damp shaving brush with soap from the jar, then build the lather on the face or in a shaving bowl. Introduce water gradually while working the soap until the lather reaches your preferred consistency and hydration. Apply evenly to the shaving area and shave as usual.

Ingredients

Stearic Acid, Beef Tallow, (Vegetable) Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Potassium Hydroxide, Garcinia Indica Seed (Kokum) Butter, Theobroma Cacao Seed (Cocoa) Butter, Aqua (Water), Beer, Sodium Hydroxide, Shorea Robusta Seed Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum (Cupuacu) Seed Butter, Emu Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed (Mango) Butter, Elaeis Guinneensis (Palm Fruit) Oil, Sorbitol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Olea Europea (Olive) Oil, Sodium Lactate, Xanthan Gum, Cetyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC), Hyaluronic Acid, Silk Amino Acid.

Product Details

• Brand: Ariana & Evans
• Product: Kaizen Shaving Soap
• Product Type: Tallow-Based Shaving Soap
• Soap Base: Ultima 2
• Size: 5oz
• Featured Scent Notes: Mandarin, Calabrian bergamot, lemon peel, neroli, honeysuckle, green apple, rose, tobacco absolute, Haitian vetiver, sandalwood, cedarwood
• Packaging: Custom logo-embossed glass jar
• Outer Packaging: Custom black tubed box with hand-stamped wax seal

Why Buy From The Razor Company?

• Authentic artisan wet shaving and grooming products.
• Fast, reliable shipping from fellow traditional wet shaving enthusiasts.
• Knowledgeable customer service backed by a passion for traditional wet shaving and men's grooming.

Pro Tip

Ultima 2 contains a substantial combination of tallow, butters, and oils, so give yourself room to adjust the lather rather than adding too much water at once. Introduce water gradually while working the soap and continue building until you reach the lather consistency you prefer.

Related Products

Pair Ariana & Evans Kaizen Shaving Soap with the matching Kaizen aftershave when available for a coordinated fragrance experience. A quality shaving brush and lather bowl can also be used to build and hydrate the Ultima 2 soap before shaving.

FAQ

What does Ariana & Evans Kaizen Shaving Soap smell like?

Kaizen begins with a fresh citrus and green character before developing through floral elements and finishing with a deeper spicy and woody character. Featured notes include mandarin, Calabrian bergamot, lemon peel, neroli, honeysuckle, green apple, rose, tobacco absolute, Haitian vetiver, sandalwood, and cedarwood.

What does the name Kaizen mean?

Kaizen takes its name from the Japanese term 改善, meaning "improvement." Ariana & Evans chose the name because the philosophy of continually striving to improve resonated with the brand during the development of the fragrance.

What soap base does Ariana & Evans Kaizen use?

This version of Kaizen uses the Ariana & Evans Ultima 2 shaving soap base.

Does Ariana & Evans Kaizen contain tallow?

Yes. Ultima 2 is a tallow-based shaving soap formula containing beef tallow.

What butters are in the Ultima 2 shaving soap base?

The supplied ingredient declaration includes shea butter, kokum butter, cocoa butter, sal seed butter, cupuaçu seed butter, and mango butter.

Does Kaizen Ultima 2 contain emu oil?

Yes. Emu oil is included in the supplied Ultima 2 ingredient declaration.

How much Kaizen Shaving Soap is in each jar?

Each custom glass jar contains 5 ounces of Ariana & Evans Kaizen Ultima 2 Shaving Soap.

What type of packaging does Kaizen use?

Kaizen is packaged in a custom glass jar embossed with the Ariana & Evans logo. The jar is presented inside a custom black tubed box that is individually hand-stamped with a wax seal.

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