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    Bar Soap Shave

    I have shaved with bar soaps quite a bit. My number one problem with them is that they get 'crispy' fairly quickly. By 'crispy' I mean they seem...
    Post by: geneaut, Nov 17, 2023 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Top Ten After Shaves Under $15

    Master Bay Rum Skin Bracer Master Lilac Vegetal Humphreys Lilac Witch Hazel Clubman Florida Water, but I cut it 50/50 with witch hazel Canoe AS...
    Post by: geneaut, Oct 12, 2019 in forum: Preshave and Aftershave
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    Classic Barbershop Aftershaves: Gabels, Lustray, Stephan, and Master

    Masters Bay Rum is a classic to me. A giant bottle for $7 at the local Sally's. I don't notice a great deal of stickiness myself, but my face...
    Post by: geneaut, Sep 4, 2015 in forum: Preshave and Aftershave
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    Bay Rum

    I agree. It's smooooooth. I have a bottle of the Clubman, but it is too spicy 'straight' so I usually cut it 50/50 with the Master, or just...
    Post by: geneaut, Sep 4, 2015 in forum: Preshave and Aftershave
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    Okay, Tabac isn't that bad.

    Tabac is one of those products that seem to get people firmly pro or con about it. I love it and consider it one of my favorite soaps both for...
    Post by: geneaut, Nov 29, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Klar Kabinett shaving soap - buries your face in lather!

    I love Klar. Great scent, easy to build lather, and it comes with enough soap to last for years of use.
    Post by: geneaut, Nov 29, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Any bowl ideas for an AOS refill puck?

    The 1 cup Anchor Hocking bowls are just a tight fit for my AOS pucks, but with some work I can force one in. Plus, they have the advantage of...
    Post by: geneaut, Jun 19, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Cheap but good AS?

    My suggestions: * Humphrey's Witch Hazel ( in a variety of scents if you are so inclined) * Canoe AS ( I found a giant 8oz bottle for $8 at...
    Post by: geneaut, May 23, 2011 in forum: Preshave and Aftershave
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    Irisch Moos Shave Stick by MÄURER & WIRTZ

    :)
    Post by: geneaut, May 22, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Irisch Moos Shave Stick by MÄURER & WIRTZ

    It's not dead on, of course ...but I think it's a similar type of smell. IS is a little sweeter and tamer ... IM has a bigger bite and is a tad...
    Post by: geneaut, May 22, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    TSD Cream vs TSD Wheat Cream

    I had a tub of the TSD Victorian Rose ( Wheat ). I'll say without a doubt it was a terrific performer. Lathered like a champ, smelled great, and...
    Post by: geneaut, May 22, 2011 in forum: Shave Creams
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    Irisch Moos Shave Stick by MÄURER & WIRTZ

    One of my favorite shave soaps. The scent is intense, but very pleasing. You definitely get the Irish Spring vibe, but its a little more refined....
    Post by: geneaut, May 22, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Provence Sante Verlain

    I'm kicking myself for only ordering 1 puck when Bullgoose had them on clearance.
    Post by: geneaut, Apr 8, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Provence Sante Verlain

    One of my favorite soap pucks. Good blend of performance and sophisticated scent.
    Post by: geneaut, Apr 1, 2011 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Nice surprise at the health food store

    I saw online they have some new fragrances. Green Tea and Bamboo, as well as Pomegranate and Grapefruit. It looks like the formulation may have...
    Post by: geneaut, Mar 12, 2011 in forum: Shave Creams