Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick With Hemp Seed Oil 2.5oz

Product Overview

Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick With Hemp Seed Oil brings Taconic's small-batch artisan shaving soap formula to a convenient 2.5 oz. twist-up applicator. Handmade in New York's Hudson Valley, the concentrated shaving soap combines coconut oil, olive oil, unrefined hemp seed oil and bentonite clay to create a rich, slick lather for traditional wet shaving.

The portable stick format allows the soap to be applied directly to a wet beard before building the lather with a shaving brush. Urban Woods features hints of cedar, tobacco and bergamot, while the compact, TSA-compliant format makes this shaving soap stick particularly convenient for travel.

Quick Take

Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick is a highly concentrated, 99.8% natural shaving soap handmade in upstate New York. The 2.5 oz. twist-up stick combines hemp seed oil and bentonite clay with an Urban Woods fragrance featuring hints of cedar, tobacco and bergamot.

Scent Profile

Featured Notes: Cedar, Tobacco and Bergamot.

Urban Woods combines hints of cedar, tobacco and bergamot for its distinctive fragrance profile. It is an aromatic option for wet shavers looking for something beyond traditional shaving soap scents while retaining the convenience of Taconic's portable shave stick format.

Portable Shaving Stick Design

Instead of a traditional shaving soap puck, Taconic packages this concentrated formula in a convenient twist-up stick applicator. Turn the dial at the bottom of the container to expose the soap, apply it directly to your wet beard and then use a wet shaving brush to build the lather on your face.

The compact 2.5 oz. / 71 g format travels easily and is described by Taconic as TSA compliant, making it a convenient shaving soap option for travel.

Best For

Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick is well suited to traditional wet shavers who enjoy fragrances featuring cedar, tobacco and bergamot and want a portable alternative to a traditional shaving soap puck. It is also convenient for travelers and anyone who prefers applying shaving soap directly to the beard before face lathering. Taconic states that the formula is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Performance Profile

Taconic's artisan soap maker crafts the shaving soap in small batches to create a rich lather and provide a smooth, slick shaving experience. Bentonite clay is incorporated to support razor glide, while the combination of plant-based oils helps condition and moisturize the skin and soften the beard.

• Rich Lather: Highly concentrated formula designed to develop a substantial traditional shaving lather.
• Razor Glide: Bentonite clay is included to support slickness and smooth razor movement.
• Direct Application: The twist-up stick allows the soap to be applied directly to a wet beard.
• Travel Friendly: Compact 2.5 oz. / 71 g format designed for convenient travel.
• Plant-Based Oils: Coconut, palm, safflower, olive, castor and hemp seed oils are included in the supplied ingredient declaration.

Hemp Seed Oil & Soap Base

Unrefined hemp seed oil is one of the featured ingredients in Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick. The formula also contains coconut oil, Grade A extra virgin olive oil, safflower oil and castor oil, along with vegetable-origin glycerin.

Taconic describes its hemp seed oil as antioxidant-rich and uses the combination of oils to condition and moisturize the face while helping protect against razor irritation and soften the beard.

Bentonite Clay for Razor Glide

Bentonite clay is incorporated into the shaving soap formula to support razor glide. Once the soap is applied to the beard and properly hydrated with a wet shaving brush, it contributes to the smooth and slick shaving characteristics of Taconic's artisan soap formula.

A Word from the Manufacturer

Taconic's artisan soap maker in New York's Hudson Valley continues to craft its shaving soaps in small batches. The Urban Woods shaving stick combines the brand's hemp seed oil and bentonite clay formula with a portable twist-up applicator and a fragrance featuring hints of cedar, tobacco and bergamot.

Directions for Use

Wet your face thoroughly. Twist the dial at the bottom of the container to expose the shaving soap and rub the soap generously over your wet beard. Using a wet shaving brush, work the soap directly on your face until a rich lather develops. Add water with the brush as needed to reach your preferred lather consistency.

Ingredients

Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Safflower Oil, Olive Oil (Grade A Extra Virgin), Castor Oil, Glycerin (Kosher, of Vegetable Origin), Hemp Seed Oil (Unrefined), Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide (Saponifying Agent), Sorbitol (Moisturizer), Bentonite Clay (Humectant), Sorbitan Oleate (Emulsifier), Soybean Protein (Conditioner), Wheat Protein (Conditioner), Essential Oils.

Palm Oil Sourcing: Taconic states that its palm oil is sourced from RSPO suppliers.

Product Details

• Brand: Taconic
• Product: Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick With Hemp Seed Oil
• Product Type: Shaving Soap Stick
• Size: 2.5 oz. / 71 g
• Scent: Urban Woods
• Scent Notes: Cedar, Tobacco and Bergamot
• Featured Ingredient: Unrefined Hemp Seed Oil
• Clay: Bentonite Clay
• Natural Content: 99.8% Natural
• Format: Twist Up Stick Applicator
• Travel: TSA Compliant
• Production: Handmade in Small Batches
• Made In: USA

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Pro Tip

Apply the shaving stick generously across a thoroughly wet beard before beginning to lather. Start with a damp shaving brush and introduce additional water gradually as you work the soap on your face. This gives you greater control over hydration while building a rich, slick lather.

Related Products

Pair Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick with your preferred shaving brush and safety razor for a compact traditional wet shaving setup. Shavers who prefer loading their brush from a shaving mug or bowl can also consider Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap in its traditional puck format.

FAQ

What does Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick smell like?
The Urban Woods scent features hints of cedar, tobacco and bergamot.

How do you use Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick?
Wet your face, twist the dial at the bottom of the applicator and rub the exposed soap generously over your beard. Then use a wet shaving brush to build the lather directly on your face.

Does Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick contain hemp seed oil?
Yes. The formula contains unrefined hemp seed oil along with coconut, palm, safflower, olive and castor oils.

Why does Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick contain bentonite clay?
Taconic incorporates bentonite clay into the formula to support razor glide and contribute to a smooth, slick shaving experience.

How much soap is in the Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick?
Each shaving soap stick contains 2.5 oz. / 71 g of product.

Is Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick good for travel?
Yes. Taconic describes the compact shaving stick as easy to travel with and TSA compliant.

Is Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick suitable for sensitive skin?
Taconic states that its shaving soap formula is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Is Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick natural?
Taconic describes the shaving soap as 99.8% natural.

Where is Taconic Urban Woods Shaving Soap Stick made?
The shaving soap is handmade in small batches in upstate New York and made in the USA.

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