Hi guys I’ve promised a review for the kind gift of a tub, and to sum up I love it! It’s a rarity that I use a soap more than once in a week or month given the amount I have but I’m going to be using this for a few days as I only think it’s fair given it’s a competition win. I have to say I’m not going to miss my other soaps from the first use! I found the scent amazing, warming and strong, patchouli is a scent I’m normally wary of but this balances perfectly with the musk, wood and Oud mix. I also think though it may work better in the colder half of the year it works just as well in the summer. I’ve already asked about a balm/splash as I like it that much.
It’s a strong scent is also a warning bell for me as no one likes frag burn but it’s a complete non issue! It lasted on my skin for a good few hours after and I throughly enjoyed getting the occasional waft of it.
It’s a soft crisp and I really enjoyed the base, it’s incredibly easy to lather and got an incredibly thick, cushioning lather in record time. I found it slick but not too ‘slippy’, it was incredibly thick, more than just yogurty thick, you could have used a ruler to measure how thick it was. I really enjoyed it but will push it further with water tomorrow as I think it will loosen a little and give an even better glide and be even better with a bit more water.
I for one like the post shave smell and feel. It’s doesn’t leave a greasy slick feel and no dryness just a moisturised ‘normal’ skin. No irritation at all was felt, just like normal skin which is actually a welcome change as at times some soaps feel more like moisturisers.
If this was the original base I can see why it’s been so missed! I’m more than happy with it and am resisting ordering the lime until payday!