I have been using Musgo Real Glycerin Lavender Oil soap — as a pre-shave soap for about six months straight. I may've missed a day or two here and there, but very consistent use, and I feel that it makes a positive difference in my shave; I use cold water and wash using MRGLO, utilizing a light rinse before applying lather to my beard. This seems to let my skin retain a bit of glycerin and gives me a very smooth shave.
I hear many people praising this glycerin soap, and I'm led to understand that Lime is the most popular scent. I've never tried their other glycerin soaps, but I find their shaving cream in the tube to be some wonderful stuff. A bit expensive compared to say, Proraso, but really nice cream and worth the extra cost IMO.
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