Shaving Soap
One of the most important things you need for a comfortable shave is a good Shaving Soap. Since the popularity of wet Shaving has increased, the supply of Shaving Soaps has also increased. Nowadays, you can find Shaving Soaps in almost every scent you can imagine. What a Shaving Soap is, how to use it, and what the best Shaving Soap is for you, you can read in this article!
What is a Shaving Soap?
Shaving Soap is a soap used during wet Shaving with which you can create a lather for during the Shaving. Shaving Soap hydrates the Beard, making the beard hairs softer and stand up, so Shaving becomes easier. Shaving Soap also applies a protective layer on the skin which, in combination with the lather it produces, guides the blade over the skin. This prevents shaving irritations and cuts. Additionally, the Shaving Soap leaves a Fresh feeling on the shaved skin. With the soap's lather, you can clearly see where you have already shaved and ensure you don’t miss any spots.
The lather you create with a Shaving Soap is almost unmatched by any other product. Creating the perfect, rich lather does take a bit more time and skill than, for example, using a Shaving Foam or Shaving Cream.
History of Shaving Soap
Shaving Soap as we know it today, which needs to be prepared in a Shaving Bowl, was first produced by the company “Williams” in 1840. In the past, Shaving Sticks were also sold in the form of a cylinder, but nowadays almost all Shaving Soaps have the round shape that fits in a Shaving Bowl.
Difference with regular soap
“Can’t you just use regular soap instead of Shaving Soap?”
The answer to this is no. The soap you use while washing and the soap you use during Shaving are two very different Soaps with different purposes. For example, regular soap is primarily made to clean the skin, while a Shaving Soap is meant to ensure a comfortable shave. A Shaving Soap also produces much more lather, as you can imagine that Shaving without lather is not very pleasant.
“Why is it called a shaving soap then?”
It is called a Shaving Soap because “soap” is a term for a chemical reaction between fat and lye. Lye, also known as a base, is the opposite of an acid. Shaving Soap is created through a chemical reaction between fat and lye, which is why it is called a soap.
Why use a Shaving Soap
During Shaving, you definitely need a Shaving Soap, transparent Shaving Gel, or cream because otherwise, you can easily cut yourself, and Shaving without lather causes a lot of irritation. The choice of whether you use a Shaving Soap, -Hair Gel, or cream is simply your own choice of what works best for you. A Shaving Gel is the fastest of these three options, you just need to spray it on your Hands and you immediately have a good foam. A Shaving Cream is whipped into a foam with a shaving brush like a Synthetic Shaving Brush, with a Shaving Cream you can make a good foam fairly quickly. A Shaving Soap is for people who want to make Shaving a real ritual and see Shaving as a relaxation. Shaving Soap takes a little longer to whip into a good foam. For many shavers, this is not a problem, but is seen as a reward for the work. You can store your Shaving Soap together with your Alum and Preshave in your Razor Case.
How do you use a Shaving Soap?
Before you have made a good foam from your Shaving Soap and you can enjoy a nice shave, you need to whip up the soap. You need a Shaving Soap, a Shaving Bowl, and a shaving brush for this. With the steps below, you can transform your Shaving Soap into a delightful foam.
- Prepare your skin with a warm Shaving Towel.
- Take a small amount of soap in a Shaving Bowl.
- Wet the bristles of the shaving brush with lukewarm water.
- Carefully shake out the excess water from the brush.
- Add warm water.
- Whip this into a foam with your shaving brush.
- Apply this to the areas where you want to Shaving.
- Start Shaving.
Which Shaving Soap suits me?
Which Shaving Soap suits you best depends on your own taste and scent. Shaving Soaps are available in almost all possible Fragrances you can think of. To find out which scent suits you best, you can try different Fragrances. You can also match the scent of your Shaving Soap with, for example, your shaving set, Deodorant, Fragrance, cologne, Beard Oil pre- and aftershave.
Which Shaving Bowl suits me?
To whip up a soap, you also need a Shaving Bowl. The range of Shaving Bowls is very large. To the question of whether it matters which Shaving Bowl you need, the answer is "yes." Not all Soaps have the same dimensions and therefore do not need the same Shaving Bowl. To be sure that your Shaving Soap fits in the Shaving Bowl, it is advised to buy them both from the same Brand.
Is using a Shaving Soap sustainable?
Due to the hard composition of the Soaps, these products are more economical to use than other Shaving Products, such as Shaving Creams. Shaving Soaps are also made with only natural ingredients. If your skin does not react well to chemicals, then a Shaving Soap is ideal for you. Some Shaving Soaps are even 100% vegan. Additionally, we also offer refill packs of certain Brands. This allows you to use your favorite soap more economically.
Is Shaving Soap suitable for sensitive skin?
A Shaving Soap is very suitable for sensitive skin. These products are available with only natural ingredients and are even completely fragrance-free. Good Shaving Soaps also apply the best protective layer on the skin over the General. This also prevents sensitive skin from experiencing too much stress from the razor. Do you quickly have dry skin? Then choose a Shaving Soap with moisturizing properties, such as the Acca Kappa White Moss Shaving Soap.
Should I choose a soft, semi-hard, or Hard Shaving Soap?
What the best Shaving Soap for you is depends on your personal preferences and your experience with wet Shaving. When you are just starting with wet Shaving, we recommend using a soft or semi-Hard Shaving Soap. If you have been doing wet Shaving for a while and nice foam is important to you, you might want to choose a Hard Shaving Soap.
Beard Care after Shaving
After Shaving, your skin and Beard deserve extra Grooming. Use a Beard Balm or Beard Butter to hydrate your skin and nourish your Beard. For a complete Grooming, you can also use a Beard Brush and Beard Shampoo to keep your Beard clean and soft.
Top 10 best Shaving Soaps
Now that you know everything about Shaving Soap, it's time to choose your own Shaving Soap. You now know what Shaving Soap is, what the history is, what types there are, and how to use it. To make your choice a little easier, we have compiled a list of our top 10 best Shaving Soap for you.
FAQs about Shaving Soaps
Q: Do I really need a shaving brush?
A: Yes, to make foam from the soap, you need a shaving brush to whip up the soap.
Q: How long does a Shaving Soap last?
A: How long a Shaving Soap lasts naturally depends on the amount of Shaving Soap. Most Shaving Soaps have a special formula where you need very little soap to create good foam. Good Shaving Soaps last about 3 to 4 months.
Q: Can you use a Shaving Soap daily?
A: Yes, you can use a Shaving Soap every day during your standard shaving ritual.
