Shaving Soap Guide: This is the Ultimate Guide to our Shaving Soap

Why Choose Shaving Soap?

At Shaving Time, traditional shaving soap is the key to an exceptional wet shave. When paired with a shaving brush, it creates a rich, luxurious lather that softens beard hair, protects the skin, and provides excellent lubrication for the razor to glide effortlessly.

However, shaving soap in a wooden bowl might seem pricier upfront than shaving cream, as it lasts significantly longer and can be easily replaced with affordable refills.

Benefits of Shaving Soap

Traditional shaving soaps offer multiple advantages over modern gels and foams:

• Superior Softening: High-quality ingredients help soften beard hair, making it easier for the razor to cut through effortlessly.
• Enhanced Glide: A well-lathered shaving soap provides a slick surface, reducing irritation and razor burns.
• Long-Lasting & Cost-Effective: A single puck of hard shaving soap it can last for months, making it an economical choice.
• Variety of Scents: Available in an array of fragrances, often with the matching aftershave balms and colognes, these products enhance your shaving experience.

How to Use Shaving Soap

To get the best lather from a shaving soap, follow these steps:

1. Prepare Your Shaving Brush

Soak your badger or boar hair shaving brush in hot water for 1-2 minutes. Unlike synthetic bristles, these natural hair types absorb water, ensuring better lather production. You can also add a small amount of warm water to the shaving soap surface to soften it.

2. Load the Brush

Once the brush is soaked, shake off any excess water and work it vertically over the soap. Initially, large bubbles will form, but as you continue, the lather will thicken. This process should take about one to two minutes.

3. Build the Lather

You can lather in three ways:

• In a shaving bowl – Ideal for beginners, as it controls the water-to-soap ratio.
• In your palm – Helps gauge lather texture with direct contact.
• Directly on your face – Time-efficient and exfoliates the skin simultaneously.

Swirl the brush in the chosen medium until the lather becomes creamy and dense. If it's too thick, gradually add small amounts of water (a teaspoon). The perfect lather resembles whipped egg whites, offering a smooth consistency.

4. Apply the Lather

Using a circular motion, apply the lather to your face, lifting beard hairs and ensuring complete coverage. The longer this process, the better the shave preparation. Finish with a painting motion to even out the soap lather.

Choosing the Right Shaving Soap

Shaving soaps come in different forms, each catering to specific preferences and needs.

Shaving Soaps in Wooden Bowls

These are the most traditional and aesthetically pleasing options, often chosen as gifts. They add a touch of classic elegance to any bathroom setup.

Shaving Soap Refills

If you already own a shaving soap bowl, refills offer a budget-friendly way to replace used soap. Some brands' refills fit multiple bowl types, while others require reshaping by grating and pressing the soap into a new bowl.

Shaving Soap Sticks

Perfect for travel, these compact sticks come with water-tight lids. Simply rub the stick directly onto your damp face, then use a shaving brush to build the lather.

 

At Shaving Time, we celebrate the art of the traditional shave. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced wet shaver, choosing the right shaving soap will elevate your grooming ritual to new heights!