Saturday, June 28, 2025

Shaving With De Vergulde Hand


Today I used the De Vergulde Hand shaving puck. If you never tried it, now's the time. It's an amazing shaving soap that has been around for over 450 years, and I'm not kidding. If a shaving soap has lasted that long and is still being sold today, do you think you deserve to try it?

I bloomed this puck in warm water for two minutes, then soaked up the bloom water with the brush and dumped the rest out of the bowl. This made for a very easy time lathering, and the lather went on thick and creamy. Plenty of slickness and glide for the razor, and the post-shave feel was fantastic.

Saturday, June 21, 2025

Vintage Bay Rum & Plasma VS OLED

It was at the end of the day, and I needed to relax. I started setting up for the evening shave and came across my Vintage BayRum Generations. On the label, you can see a picture of many generations, all at the kitchen table. The father is passing down the traditions of wet shaving to his two children, just as his grandfather did years ago.

I'm not sure Bayrum has this effect on everyone, but it calms me down, and that's exactly what I was trying to do with this shave. I lathered up with it using a bowl, of course, and it created a thick creamy lather that got right into the beard. I used my single-edge razor and cut through 7 days' growth with ease. This had plenty of cushion and glide, providing an irritation-free shave.
The aftershave of the same scent was applied, and I couldn't have been more relaxed.

Also in this video, I talk about replacing my trusted Plasma TV. In 2006, I purchased this TV when our old 35' Mitsubishi tube craped out. The plasma was a heavy beast, being 60 inches, I had to buy Audio and video furniture to hold everything. This lasted almost 20 years unit I started to see lines running down the picture in different places. It's been like that for about a year and a half until I could no longer take it.

Searching for a new TV was exhausting. I must have seen about 100 YouTube videos and read 50 articles, but I did come to the conclusion that the higher cost for the latest model was not worth the extra $1000.00, so I opted for last year's 2024 LG C4 OLED.

Over the past two decades, television technology has undergone significant advancements, and this particular television stands out as a remarkable example of this progress. When the installation team arrived, I inquired about the OLED technology and its durability. While they had initially expressed admiration for the Plasma technology and its longevity, they were surprised by its extended lifespan. However, they informed me that OLED televisions with moderate usage can typically last around 10 years. Given that I primarily work and spend most of my time away from home, I anticipate that this television will serve me well for many years to come.



Saturday, June 14, 2025

Coconuts Limes New From Wet The Face


Coconut Limes – Shaving Soap by Wet The Face
Refreshingly smooth with a hint of chill

Escape to a tropical oasis every time you shave with Coconut Limes, our latest creation at Wet The Face. This energizing blend of creamy coconut and zesty lime delivers a vibrant, invigorating aroma that awakens the senses and transforms your shave into a mini getaway.

Infused with a subtle touch of menthol, Coconut Limes offers just the right amount of coolness to refresh your skin without overpowering the experience. Our rich, cushioning lather ensures a close, comfortable shave, while the skin-loving formula leaves your face feeling smooth, hydrated, and lightly chilled.

Perfect for summer—or anytime you crave a burst of the tropics—Coconut Limes is your new go-to for a refreshing shave that feels as good as it smells.

I also talk about Stick from Apple TV and a new Nicolas Cage movie called The Surfer

Saturday, June 7, 2025

Palmolive Stick Shave & Tylenol

Today, I need a quick shave, which is why I am using the Palmolive shaving stick. It is fast, easy, and effective. The scent is pleasant, and it is one of my favorites. It provides excellent smoothness and glide, and the post-shave sensation is always positive.


Regarding the Tylenol mentioned in the title, I recently watched the Netflix series “The Tylenol Murders” and recalled the news coverage of the incident years ago. It was a concerning period for individuals who could not use aspirin, as no alternative was available. Consequently, all bottles of Tylenol were removed from drugstores, and it took a considerable amount of time for them to be reintroduced.