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Vetiver (Mike’s Natural Soaps) nutty vetiver
Shave 23 ・ 85% left

Long, long ago I stayed in a place with bath mats made of woven vetiver root. When I stepped out of the shower and placed my wet foot on their prickly surface, they gave off a powerful reek of oil, weeds, and smoke. My callow nose wasn’t ready for anything quite that raw. I remember giving an ‘ugh’ and then rinsing my feet under the tap. That was the first time I smelled vetiver, and the memory stuck. For years, whenever I sniffed a vetiver cologne, all I could think of was that damp and dirty bath mat. Not really the sort of scent I wanted on my face. Luckily, I got past it. How? Slapping Mike’s Vetiver around my chops helped me appreciate all the varied notes that are tucked into pure vetiver oil. It’s a complete fragrance all by itself from its bright citrus top to its dark rooty base. Now I adore it, and wouldn’t you know, I keep a tuft of raw vetiver root in the bathroom and another beside my computer.
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Razor 1924 Ever-Ready Shovelhead ・ Blade Gem by Personna ・ Brush Phoenix Shaving Amber Aerolite ・ YTD 722 g  ・ Dumas, The Three Musketeers, Chap. 45, "A Conjugal Scene"

Where does a mainlander find tufts of raw Vetiver root you weirdo?  I’d like to get some too.

Edit:  we’ll, of course it’s available!  From several sources.  Dude, I’m gonna get weird.

About this item
★ ??????? ????: It is basically the roots of the grass which possesses amazing fragrance and helps in obtaining great benefits to health, skin and hair. Vetiver root is popularly known for its cooling properties. It is also used in drinks and has a flavouring ingredient on it too.
★ ??????? ?????: The roots are often used to prepare Vetiver water. This vetiver water can be used for both drinking and as a hair rinse. Vetiver water is very cooling. It helps in addressing painful urination, ulcers and bad breath. This aromatic water has a calming effect and regular intake of this water helps in general well-being
★ ????????? / ?????? ????: Vetiver roots are great for potpourri. Its mesmerising fragrance would calm down your mood. It can also be used as a toner to instantly freshen up your skin. It’s fresh and soothing fragrance also helps in calming down on a stressful day.
★ ???? ??? ?????: We ensure that you receive the best quality pure and fresh Vetiver root. The freshness of the roots keep the fragrance intact with the roots. Store the pack in a cool place and close after every use to retain the fragrance for a

Decided to roll the dice on A&E's Pedro Fiasco.  The lather is ok and more than serviceable.  If you're looking for a yogurt-like concoction, this wouldn't be my 1st choice.  But it lathered very easily and provided good cushion and decent slickness.  The scent on this one (Pomegranate & Wood) is the star of the show! 

I received the Pedro Fiasco soap in the Coconut (with Tonka) scent.
Haven't used it yet but passes the sniff test!

Let me ask you... Did the puck come in completely soaked? Curious if that's the normal for it, or if I had something sitting in the wrong spot in a warehouse.

My is totally normal.
Sorry to hear about yours!

I received the Pedro Fiasco soap in the Coconut (with Tonka) scent.
Haven't used it yet but passes the sniff test!

Let me ask you... Did the puck come in completely soaked? Curious if that's the normal for it, or if I had something sitting in the wrong spot in a warehouse.

My is totally normal.
Sorry to hear about yours!

Wow, yeah that is different. Mine was wrapped in paper, and the paper and label were (quite) wet.

Glad it's a good product when done right. Happy shaves.

Let me ask you... Did the puck come in completely soaked? Curious if that's the normal for it, or if I had something sitting in the wrong spot in a warehouse.

My is totally normal.
Sorry to hear about yours!

Wow, yeah that is different. Mine was wrapped in paper, and the paper and label were (quite) wet.

Glad it's a good product when done right. Happy shaves.

Which scent did you get?

My is totally normal.
Sorry to hear about yours!

Wow, yeah that is different. Mine was wrapped in paper, and the paper and label were (quite) wet.

Glad it's a good product when done right. Happy shaves.

Which scent did you get?

Coconut Tonka

AlanH81 was kind enough to send me a generous sample of Tundra Artica soap and packet of balm.  It’s amazing.  The Agar in it is a variant I’ve not schmelt before.  Very complex, in addition to the Agar, it’s Orangey/Amber/Patchouli-ish

I’ll give it another go again late Sunday.  This may finally be the SV I like. I haven’t been keen on the few I’ve tried. Anyone use this on the reg?

Tundra Artica is fantastic!  Have you tried Stella Alpina or Flying Mango?  Tundra and Stella are my two favorite SV scents but Flying Mango is a close 2nd

I’m keen on that Flying Mango and I have NOT tried the Stella A. That mango will be in my next round of purchases.  I always get scolded this time of the year for purchases so I’m trying to hold back.  Had to get the Tundra tho and Declaration’s Rose Santal….which is my next post..

Honestly I feel I can shave months with Arctica Thundra and use sharpest blade possible with such a nice glide plenty of cushion and that slickness is Superb  I have my in SV Wooden bowl and it gives such a nice unique scent and pleasure to lather with..I don’t know what it is lol but that wooden bowl is there for reason or is it just me.

Again this whole thing was send to me as gift and my friend told me oh you’ll like the SV soap I really didn’t care for it till I truly realized how good is actually..

Glad you like it and it’s my top pick of all soaps I tried   

Alan H 

I received the Pedro Fiasco soap in the Coconut (with Tonka) scent.
Haven't used it yet but passes the sniff test!

Let me ask you... Did the puck come in completely soaked? Curious if that's the normal for it, or if I had something sitting in the wrong spot in a warehouse.

Yes it did!  It was weird...kinda like it had overheated/melted and soaked the wrapping and label.  Did you order one as well?

Missed your response HoosierShave , sorry. Looks like you got one like I did. I wonder if they switched something up to keep it from happening, considering Nero got a good one. Either that or just luck of the draw. For the sake of future purchasers, I hope they did make some changes.

Let me ask you... Did the puck come in completely soaked? Curious if that's the normal for it, or if I had something sitting in the wrong spot in a warehouse.

Yes it did!  It was weird...kinda like it had overheated/melted and soaked the wrapping and label.  Did you order one as well?

Missed your response HoosierShave , sorry. Looks like you got one like I did. I wonder if they switched something up to keep it from happening, considering Nero got a good one. Either that or just luck of the draw. For the sake of future purchasers, I hope they did make some changes.

Just received mine over the weekend, if that helps.

Original (Martin de Candre) rosemary, lavender, mint
Shave 3 ・ 97% left

Like Nero said the other day, having a lot of shaving stuff is great fun … until it’s not. For nearly eight years I’ve been sorting through heaps of soap, shuffling through boxes of razors, bumbling through a jumble of brushes almost every day – it gets to be a little distracting. What I’m trying to say is, it’s time to give it all a rest, at least for a little while. Instead of constantly rotating through all this gear looking for the optimal arrangement, maybe I’ll just stick with the kit I used today. The razor is mild, the brush is trusty, and the soap lathers under nearly any conditions. Let’s hope this gentle set up will help me focus entirely on technique.

(Don't worry, though, resolutions like this never last long with me. I can still hear the siren song of all those fantastic soaps I've packed away. It won't be long before my will is broken.)
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Razor Henson AL13 Mild ・ Blade Astra SP ・ Brush Phoenix Shaving Peregrino ・ YTD 724 g  ・ Dumas, The Three Musketeers, Chap. 47, "The Council of the Musketeers"
   

Yes it did!  It was weird...kinda like it had overheated/melted and soaked the wrapping and label.  Did you order one as well?

Missed your response HoosierShave , sorry. Looks like you got one like I did. I wonder if they switched something up to keep it from happening, considering Nero got a good one. Either that or just luck of the draw. For the sake of future purchasers, I hope they did make some changes.

Just received mine over the weekend, if that helps.

I think it definitely gives hope for others, Nero.

As a point of reference, mine was quite a while ago... Sometime in October? That could mean they've revamped their packaging, which would save other from my fate.

I kid you not when I say it was soaked and the consistency of soft butter. Absolutely atrocious. Not sure where it got in this condition - A&E or The Razor Company. Either way, it's good to see they may have remedied the issues.

Thanks!