Pearl Man Coffeeop Shaving Soap

Company: Perl Man

Product: Coffeeop Shaving Soap

Today we try the other Pearl Man shaving soap called coffeeop. This soap is manufactured in India. The words artisan shaving soap show predominately on the side label and one has to wonder when do you drop the moniker of an artisan when it's been manufactured by a well-known private label company?

On my first use of this soap a few months ago I didn’t pay attention to its label but now with this second try, I took a closer look. Mahavir Health is the manufacture of this product it’s recognition in the field of manufacturing, exporting, importing, and supplying an outstanding range of Bath Soap, Herbal Soap, Fairness Soap, Shaving Cream, Talcum Powder, Fairness Cream, Skin Toner Cream, Sun Screen Cream, Hair Food Cream, Herbal Toothpaste, etc. Does that sound like an artisan shop to you?

Captain’s Choice - Leather Accessories / Resin Synthetic Brush

Company: Captain’s Choice

Product: Leather Accessories / Resin Synthetic Brush

This week we have something new from Captain’s Choice. Leather accessories and a resin handle synthetic shaving brush which I am calling Ocean. The design of the handle mimics the waves of the ocean which I think is spot on.

One of the leather accessories is a razor jacket. We’ve seen all these before but what makes this different is the antiqued brass button. This I have never seen on any piece before its a nice touch if you ask me. I notice that most razor poles (handles) should fit through the hole provided if it's too small for your razor then you'll need to make adjustments. I'll use mine not because I travel but because it just looks so cool. 

Next, we have the leather brush roll cover. This hand-crafted piece includes a black leather strap that secures the brush inside but is not so tight that it can’t breathe. The brush roll promotes the drying of the brush allowing air to flow freely around it. Protecting your brush and razor is now easier than ever thanks to the captain’s brother who happens to be a leather craftsman.

Company: A&E
Product: A&E Vanille De Tabac

A while back I received a sample of A&E Vanille De Tabac this would be my first try using one of Peters products. I remember watching his Youtube videos and around 2015 or so I even tried honing for the first time it was a gathering in Belmont park that Billy T was giving and Peter was there. I had just purchased all the stones with a case and was eager to learn something new. I never did continue with honing I had no time to devote to it but loved seeing everyone involved. I think I have a Youtube Video of that day on my channel.

Watermelon Strawberry's

New From Wet The Face

Well, August is already here, and in a few weeks summer will be over. Before we say goodbye to barbecues and bikinis I have one more shaving soap to release before the temperatures drop. Today I’m releasing Watermelon and Strawberries. One of the simple pleasures of the summer is having a slice of watermelon with family and friends I remember mom bringing out a bowl full of strawberries for all of us to have as well and now you can bring back those memories every time you shave.

Proraso Green Shave & The Occam's Razor

Proraso Green Shave & The Occam's Razor 

One just has to say the word Proraso and a flood of responses come forth and almost all of them are positive. Today I go back to using this wonderful shaving cream for my shave today. Green is the color I’m using and for people who don’t know the green has menthol which on these hot humid days is just perfect.

Shaving & Talking #6 featuring The De Vergulde Hand

Shaving & Talking #6 featuring The De Vergulde Hand

Today Shaving and Talking is brought to you by

something that was giving to me by my Swedish friend Maximus. He sent this to me in 2016 after he tweeted about it and then he offered one to me asking for a review which I did. This is somewhat of a staple with the dutch you can buy it in locals stores for about 3 to 5 dollars. They have been in business for over 450 years so they might know a few things about making soaps.

Nor'Easter Shaving Cream & Italia Aftershave

Company: Captian's Choice Products Nor'Easter Shaving Cream & Italia Aftershave

Captain’s Choice Nor’Easter has to be one of my favorites, but I never used the shaving cream just the shaving soap. Today we bring out the shaving cream and follow it up with something new for me called Italia aftershave. One would think they don’t exactly go together and you would be right but I still wanted to use it.

I like the packaging of the cream it comes in a smaller tub but you can use much less and get better results from the shaving cream formula. You have an opening to dip your brush in to do a face lather or you could take a dime-size amount in your hands and rub it into your beard with your fingertips.