What soap/cream did you use today?

B&M Latha / Taiga

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Indian Sandalwood Cream (Cyril R. Salter) sandal cologne
Shave 3 ・ 159 g left

Creams may not provide the deepest cushion, but they more than make up for it in other ways. First of all, they have delightful fragrances. Creams come in a range of scents that will linger long after you’ve hung up your brush. Take today's Indian Sandalwood, for example. It has a pure, spicy aroma, free of the lardy undertones that you may find in harder soaps.

And then there’s the ease of lathering. A quick whip with a few drops of water, and you’re ready to go. The hard work is already done for you. And when it comes to storage, it’s a breeze. Simply use a spatula to scoop what you need, replace the lid, and you’re done. This way, none of that precious scent will escape. Since you're not dipping in a wet brush, there’s no need to let the cream dry between shaves, reducing the fear of mold.

Now, when you use a harder soap and leave the lid off for it to dry, its scent fills the room. You smell it for hours, and you may become used to it, maybe even growing tired of it. It loses some of its mystery. But creams, which are usually lidded right after use, retain their allure. Each morning you wake up wondering what that cream smells like, and the next thing you know, you have it in your hand again.
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