Have you ever wondered what alternatives there are to classic shaving foam or gel?
We'll show you why shaving soap is a great and sustainable option and how, with just a little practice, it can immediately become an integral part of your shaving routine.
Tips and tricks for correct use included😉!
What is shaving soap?
Shaving soap is an alternative option to traditional shaving foam or shaving gel. It consists of saponified fats, oils, kaolin and water and is often enriched with natural essential oils. The shaving soap is available in two different consistencies: hard and soft. The hard version looks like a bar of soap, the soft version comes in jars or tubes and is creamy. However, the harder version is more common. This is reminiscent of the traditional barber shops and gives many a pleasant, nostalgic feeling😊.
Shaving soap has been used to achieve a smooth shave for centuries. Enriched with nourishing ingredients, it offers the skin the support it needs. For thorough cleaning of combination or impure skin, we recommend using activated charcoal shaving soap, while almond shaving soap, for example, is pleasant for sensitive skin.
What are the benefits of shaving soap at a glance?
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Compared to canned shaving foam, shaving soap offers the best shaving foam. Not only does it give the hair a softer texture, but it also has better hold. This not only makes shaving easier, but also achieves a smooth and clean result. Thanks to the pore-deep effect of shaving soap, the hair can also be removed directly at its roots. In contrast, conventional shaving foam from a can collapses quickly and after a short time there is often only a thin film left.
- Shaving soap is a lot more ecological! Conventional shaving cream, often packaged in aerosol cans, contains fuels such as butane, propane or dimethyl ether. Although ozone-depleting CFC fuels are now banned, canned shaving cream remains a burden on the environment because the cans used are made of aluminum, an iron alloy or tinplate.
- Because shaving soap is compacted, it lasts much longer than traditional shaving foam. It is also significantly more durable and more productive.
- Shaving soap is also more natural as it usually does not contain any artificial additives. So it nourishes your skin on a plant-based basis.
What do I have to consider when using shaving soap correctly?
In short: To use the shaving soap, mix it with warm water in a shaving bowl. The soap is then foamed up using a shaving brush or other tools, ideally in a small stainless steel bowl that you can easily hold in your hand. This way you get the best possible foam.
Tip 1: Proper foaming:
The most important thing is that you have a shaving bowl that fits comfortably in your hand so that you can lather the soap perfectly. Stainless steel is best suited here. Admittedly, foaming correctly requires some practice, but you will surely succeed soon. The right technique is crucial here: soap and water are whipped loosely and in circular movements. Just try it - you'll definitely get the hang of it soon. We even think there is something calming about foaming😉. Take your time and don't use too much water.
Tip 2: The effect:
Allow your shaving soap foam to act on the skin for a good two to three minutes so that it can develop its full calming effect and prepare your hair optimally for shaving. They become softer and your razor glides better, creating a smooth shaving experience.
Tip 3: Storage:
Store your shaving soap dry and away from light. You shouldn't leave it in the blazing sun or in the shower, otherwise it will melt or absorb too much water.
If, like us, you are now convinced of the sustainable and plastic-free alternative to shaving foam from a can, shaving soap, then take a look around our website. Our shaving soap without soap is perfect for shaving your whole body and nourishes your skin without soap and richly. It is also naturally plastic-free and leaves behind a creamy foam and the subtle fresh scent of a gentle mountain breeze. Our stainless steel soap dish in the right size matches this so that nothing stands in the way of a perfectly lathered shaving foam 💨!
