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Offline Aussie Sly Guy

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Soap vs gel
« on: December 29, 2013, 02:25:40 AM »
How slick is shaving soap compared to a gel?
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Re: Soap vs gel
« Reply #1 on: December 29, 2013, 07:55:56 AM »
A great deal depends upon the soap. A lot of guys here may disagree with me, but I found that the gel generally does a great job of lubricating my scalp. HeadSlick also is a great product.

As for soaps, there are some great and inexpensive shaving mug soaps out there like Van der Hagen and Williams that make a great lather. (I tried a glycerin mug soap a little while ago. Not a good choice.) Right now, I am using a plain olive oil bar soap I got at a health food store and cut to fit my mug. Best stuff ever for me.

A preshave oil like Shave Secret or Somersets cuts down on the friction too.
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Re: Soap vs gel
« Reply #2 on: December 31, 2013, 03:01:50 PM »
Right now I'm using Poraso soap, I'm going to try Taylor of old bond next. It's mostly about experimenting and finding what works best for you.
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Re: Soap vs gel
« Reply #3 on: December 31, 2013, 03:56:59 PM »
Hi Aussie:  Since I discovered shave soap. . . shave gel does not compare to any quality shave soap.  A good quality shave soap . . . provides better protection, glide, cushion to one's shave.

My favorite shave soaps are Mike's Natural Soap, Mystic Water Soap, Barrister and Mann, and Cella.  Get a quality shave brush and quality shave soap and you will be rewarded with an even better shave than any shave gel.

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