R. - I'm a big fan, as are you, of Floid aftershaves. Is this a repackaging of the current ones in the rectangular bottles? Suave/Vigoroso or the old 'Italian' version? Or a new/re-introduced variant? The pic is too small for me to read the label properly. Cheers - I.
I,R. - I'm a big fan, as are you, of Floid aftershaves. Is this a repackaging of the current ones in the rectangular bottles? Suave/Vigoroso or the old 'Italian' version? Or a new/re-introduced variant? The pic is too small for me to read the label properly. Cheers - I.
Thanks for the full answer mate - I'd forgotten that Proraso took over Floid. We'll just have to see what happens, I guess - cheers - I.I,
It's a new product, well an old one of sorts. It's the first new product from Ludovico Martinelli/Proraso after they bought Floid.
It's the updated take on the first Floid splash from 1932, has a few old school ingredients in there as well including vinegar!
Only the one fella on B&B in Italy has it is and says it is superb.
So far only Goodfellas Smile have it, and they are shipping to the UK.
I wrote then deleted some angry things about Brexit, but there's no point keeping them. I hope representatives in the UK for Proraso, and others register for the sake of their UK customers.
Thanks for the full answer mate - I'd forgotten that Proraso took over Floid. We'll just have to see what happens, I guess - cheers - I.
Gentlemen, here are my thoughts regarding this new, outstanding product. In order to make my mini review detailed and precise, I'll divide it into 3 sections, as shown below:
- Packaging
The sturdy 400ml glass bottle with sturdy black screw cap needs no presentation: it's the tradition one that has never changed. What is new and striking is the label, which takes inspiration from the authentic 1932 Floid label design and adds a touch of "nostalgia" to this world renowned lotion. The label is made of thick, creamy white paper that has the look and feel of a true parchment. It simply could not be more vintage style and beautiful.
- Fragrance
I have no doubts at all. This is the ORIGINAL 1932 Floid scent, perfectly recreated. It features the authentic Floid powdery barbershop notes, with a good menthol kick and a proper alcohol content. Simply put the immortal fragrance we have all loved so much.
The colour of the lotion is also the correct deep orange/brown of the very first 1932 Floid The Genuine.
- Performance
This is where this aftershave truly shines. The added plant extracts make this splash behave almost like a high quality balm. After an initial light burning sensation the skin feels amazingly moisturized, tight and silky soft.
A legendary, timeless classic that is now back.
My vote: 10/10
Just so I understand correctly, the scent of this Floïd is different to Suave?
Thanks Shubs. I do love a good bit of Floïd so I'll add this to the wishlistI think so. 1932 has a different ingredients list so I would presume it doesn't smell the same, but how different I do not know.
Thanks again - the ingredients list is far more complex - and to my eye contains plenty good stuff - looks way into Myrsol territory. What with the various herb extracts and vinegar - might double up as salad dressing? Like you, I would assume it is going to smell different from the existing versions. Cheers - I.I think so. 1932 has a different ingredients list so I would presume it doesn't smell the same, but how different I do not know.
Don't forget that I'm a soft southerner!Thanks again - the ingredients list is far more complex - and to my eye contains plenty good stuff - looks way into Myrsol territory. What with the various herb extracts and vinegar - might double up as salad dressing? Like you, I would assume it is going to smell different from the existing versions. Cheers - I.
@Boycie83 - suave? Man up girlfriend! Mentally vigoroso mixed with Alcolado Glacial!
Hi IThanks again - the ingredients list is far more complex - and to my eye contains plenty good stuff - looks way into Myrsol territory. What with the various herb extracts and vinegar - might double up as salad dressing? Like you, I would assume it is going to smell different from the existing versions. Cheers - I.
@Boycie83 - suave? Man up girlfriend! Mentally vigoroso mixed with Alcolado Glacial!
I would never ordinarily descend to regional stereotypes - but you started it.Don't forget that I'm a soft southerner!
They are all great , I am just finishing up a bottle of Sauve and it will be replaced with another bottle for sure.Don't forget that I'm a soft southerner!
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