Shaving Soap Reviews

Cella Crema da Barba All’Olio Di Mandorla

Sunday, August 07, 2011 Mike Sandoval

Traditional Italian soft soaps have been popular among wet shavers for many years. They blur the line between shaving soaps and shaving creams because they contain soap ingredients, but most are soft and putty-like in texture similar to thick creams. Recently I tried Cella Crema da Barba All’Olio Di Mandorla, which is another well-regarded example of these classic Italian products. Having had good experiences with similar soaps, such as P.160 and Volobra, I was looking forward to seeing how Cella’s soap performed.

The Gentleman’s Groom Room Essence of Scotland Scottish Heather Shaving Soap

Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Mike Sandoval

If there was an award for the longest name of a shaving soap, this would be the winner. The name articulately presents the brand, range, scent, and product description in perfect harmony and leaves nothing to chance. However, shaving soap awards are not only about good names, they should be based on performance, too: How does it lather? How does it protect and lubricate the skin? How does it smell? Overall, how is the experience? This article takes a closer look at TGGREOSSHSS to see if it is deserving of other acknowledgements as well.

J&E Atkinsons I Coloniali Shaving Cream

Sunday, March 13, 2011 Mike Sandoval

Cultures in India and South Asia have revered mango for thousands of years as one of the most beneficial fruits not only for dietary uses but for skincare as well. Mango oil has been proven to be one of the best natural moisturizers for dry and sensitive skin. It is commonly found in baby creams, sunblock balms, hair conditioners, and other moisturizing products. This article puts this famous ingredient to the test for traditional wetshaving as it takes a closer look at the J&E Atkinsons I Coloniali Shaving Cream with Mango Oil.

Sir Irisch Moos Shaving Soap

Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Mike Sandoval

Sir Irisch Moos is one of the iconic German-made grooming product lines. Established in 1969 and produced by Maurer & Wirtz, Sir Irisch Moos continues to enjoy a loyal following around the world. This article takes a look at one of the most popular wetshaving products from the brand, the Sir Irisch Moos Shaving Soap Stick.

P.160 Tipo Morbido Shaving Soap

Tuesday, January 18, 2011 Isaac Estrada

The P. 160 brand produced two different versions of soft shaving soap, the Tipo Morbido and Tipo Duro. Unfortunately both soaps have been discontinued, but they are still sought by wet shavers around the globe for good reason. Since picking up the P.160 Tipo Morbido, it sees rotation almost daily. It smells great, provides excellent protection, and is among the slickest soaps I have used.

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