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December 31st
Wet Shaving Products SS & AS - Neroli
Zenith Boar
J3Customs 8/8 Takefu Laminated, Japanese Steel
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Star Jelly
Had the WSP Neroli in limbo for awhile.....
@clint64 enabled purchase back in October. Neroli is best described by their description: This complex citrus blend will have you smelling and feeling really, really fresh and clean. Bursting juices of orange come to life with energetic splashes of grapefruit. Orange flower (neroli) and a hint of patchouli add depth and longevity. Inspired by Molton Brown's Orange & Bergamot AKA Naranji. Top notes of bergamot, lemon, & oranges. A heart of neroli & cardamom. And a base of Sevillian orange, ylang ylang, & musk.
Incredible WSP Formula T lather whipped to perfection by a bright handled Zenith boar....rich face feel, appearance is like freshly made whipped cream, peaky and quite a nice sheen. 3.5 passes with the J3Customs razor today, zero shenanigans. The Japanese steel of this blade shaves oh so smooth, keenly sharp without any irritation. Started off with a XTG pass, out to in, then a WTG pass, then opposite XTG pass in to out. A little toe down ATG buffing on the lower right jawline neck transition. Baby dolphin smooth results. Slather on some Star Jelly, overload on some after shave. My nose definitely agrees with WSP's description....very complex fragrance to describe. Fresh, bright citrus, but at the same time a dark earthy edge to it, keeps the aroma tamed. Reminds me of walking through a well rounded botanical garden with everything at it's peak of blooming around a Deep South magnolia tree also in full bloom.
Another year disappearing into the mirror.....very busy for me, almost too busy, but no complaints, busy is good. Can't always keep up here on the 30DC in the peak summer months...but this is a welcoming group which I'm grateful for. Tons of shenanigans, ribbing, life stories, ups, downs, fun enabling, and of course we'll have lots of great gear and shaving knowledge.
Wishing my 30DC family a very Happy New Year!
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