Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap With Hemp Seed Oil 4oz

Product Overview

Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap With Hemp Seed Oil is a small-batch artisan shaving soap handmade in New York's Hudson Valley. Formulated with coconut oil, olive oil, unrefined hemp seed oil and bentonite clay, the soap is designed to create a rich, slick lather that supports comfortable razor glide while helping condition and moisturize the skin.

The fragrance offers a traditional Bay Rum scent with hints of citrus and spice. Each generous 4 oz. puck measures approximately 3 inches across and comes in a protective container, making it ready for use with a compatible shaving mug or bowl.

Quick Take

Taconic Bay Rum is a 99.8% natural artisan shaving soap handmade in small batches in upstate New York. Hemp seed oil, coconut oil, olive oil and bentonite clay support a rich, slick lather, while a classic Bay Rum fragrance brings hints of citrus and spice to the shave.

Scent Notes

Featured Notes: Traditional Bay Rum with hints of citrus and spice.

Taconic's Bay Rum fragrance stays rooted in the traditional character of this classic wet shaving scent. Hints of citrus and spice add brightness and warmth to the aromatic profile without departing from its recognizable Bay Rum character.

Best For

Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap is well suited to traditional wet shavers who enjoy classic Bay Rum fragrances and prefer an artisan shaving soap with plant-based oils and bentonite clay. Taconic states that the formula is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Performance Profile

Taconic formulates this shaving soap to create an abundant lather with the smoothness and slickness needed for traditional wet shaving. Bentonite clay is incorporated into the formula to support razor glide, while the combination of oils helps condition and moisturize the skin and soften the beard.

• Rich Lather: Small-batch formulation designed to build a substantial traditional shaving lather.
• Razor Glide: Bentonite clay is included to promote slickness and smooth razor movement.
• Plant-Based Oils: Coconut, palm, safflower, olive, castor and hemp seed oils are included in the supplied ingredient declaration.
• Skin Conditioning: The formula also includes vegetable glycerin, soybean protein and wheat protein.

Hemp Seed Oil & Soap Base

Unrefined hemp seed oil is one of the featured ingredients in Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap. The formulation also contains coconut oil, 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, moisturize and protect the face from razor irritation while helping soften the beard.

Bentonite Clay

Bentonite clay is incorporated into the shaving soap to support razor glide. Combined with the soap's rich lather, the clay contributes to the slick shaving surface Taconic designed for a smooth traditional wet shave.

A Word from the Manufacturer

Taconic's artisan soap maker in New York's Hudson Valley continues to craft the company's shaving soaps in small batches. The formula combines premium ingredients with traditional soapmaking and a classic Bay Rum fragrance to create the rich, slick lather at the center of the Taconic shaving experience.

Directions for Use

Soak your shaving brush in warm or hot water. Turn the brush upside down and shake out the excess water. Swirl the brush over the top of the shaving soap in a mug or bowl until a good amount of soap has loaded onto the brush and a rich lather begins to form.

Apply the lather to your face using circular brush motions until the shaving area is covered with a thick lather. Add additional warm water as needed to reach your preferred 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), Fragrance Oils.

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

Product Details

• Brand: Taconic
• Product: Bay Rum Shaving Soap With Hemp Seed Oil
• Product Type: Artisan Shaving Soap
• Size: 4 oz.
• Puck Diameter: Approximately 3 Inches
• Fragrance: Traditional Bay Rum with Hints of Citrus and Spice
• Featured Ingredient: Unrefined Hemp Seed Oil
• Clay: Bentonite Clay
• Natural Content: 99.8% Natural
• Production: Handmade in Small Batches
• Made In: USA
• Packaging: Protective Container

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Pro Tip

After loading your brush, add warm water gradually as you continue working the lather. Small additions of water give you greater control over hydration and make it easier to develop the rich, slick consistency you prefer for your shave.

Related Products

The approximately 3-inch Taconic Bay Rum soap puck is designed to fit Parker's Apothecary Shave Mug as well as other shaving mugs or bowls capable of accommodating a 3-inch round soap. Pair it with your preferred shaving brush and safety razor for a complete traditional wet shaving setup.

FAQ

What does Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap smell like?
Taconic describes the fragrance as a traditional Bay Rum scent with hints of citrus and spice.

Does Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap contain hemp seed oil?
Yes. Unrefined hemp seed oil is included in the formula along with coconut, palm, safflower, olive and castor oils.

Why does Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap contain bentonite clay?
Taconic includes bentonite clay in the formulation to support razor glide and contribute to the soap's slick shaving characteristics.

How large is the Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap puck?
Each puck contains 4 oz. of shaving soap and measures approximately 3 inches in diameter.

Is Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap handmade?
Yes. Taconic states that its shaving soaps are handmade in small batches in upstate New York's Hudson Valley.

Is Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap suitable for sensitive skin?
Taconic states that the shaving soap is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Is Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap natural?
Taconic describes the formula as 99.8% natural.

Where is Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap made?
Taconic Bay Rum Shaving Soap is made in the USA in small batches in upstate New York.

What shaving mugs will the Taconic Bay Rum soap puck fit?
The puck measures approximately 3 inches across. Taconic states that it fits Parker's Apothecary Shave Mug as well as other shaving mugs or bowls capable of accommodating a 3-inch round soap.

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