Shaving With C.O. Bigelow

C.O. Bigelow is a true classic in the world of shaving creams. Originally formulated by Proraso, an Italian brand with a long-standing tradition in shaving products, this cream combines old-world charm with modern efficiency. It's known for delivering a refreshing, invigorating experience, thanks to the cooling effect of eucalyptus oil and menthol. From the moment you open the tube, the brisk, herbal scent fills the air, creating a pre-shave ritual that feels both timeless and rejuvenating.

For those who've used it over the years, C.O. Bigelow has a unique way of bringing back memories of past shaves while still feeling fresh and current with each use. The texture is rich and creamy, perfect for building a lather that cushions the skin and softens stubble effectively. Even in the modern era of countless shaving products, this cream remains a staple due to its reliable performance and straightforward approach.

Halloween Blood Orange Shave

"Blood Orange" from Wet The Face was not originally intended to be a Halloween-exclusive shaving soap, but it has quickly become a favorite for this time of year. The scent, vibrant and zesty with a subtle sweetness, captures the essence of fresh blood oranges. It's invigorating and refreshing, making it perfect for any season, but there's something about it that makes it particularly fun for Halloween.

Maybe it's the deep, rich scent, the bold, citrusy aroma that makes it feel right at home during October festivities. The scent is not spooky, but its intensity adds a dynamic element to your shave that complements the excitement of the season. As Halloween approaches, Blood Orange adds an unexpected twist to your shaving routine—an invigorating jolt that feels fresh but still fits the vibe of fall.

Shaving with Refreshing Mint

Every time I use this soap, I’m reminded of how much I truly enjoy it. I’m talking about Soapy Bathman’s Refreshing Mint. For me, this is an amazing soap that, unfortunately, is no longer in production. My tub will last me a long time, but I wish everyone could experience this remarkable shaving soap. The scent is exactly what it promises: refreshing. Combined with the cool touch of menthol, there’s simply nothing better to awaken your senses during a shave.

Since the tub holds a generous puck of soap, I prefer to bloom it by adding a bit of warm water, which softens the surface and makes loading the brush effortless. I then proceeded to face lather, which worked perfectly. The soap immediately produces a thick, creamy lather with excellent slickness and glide. As I applied it, I felt it spread evenly into my beard, laying down a smooth barrier that allowed my razor to perform flawlessly. But what really stood out was the post-shave feel—it was terrific. The invigorating scent of mint paired with the cooling menthol left my skin feeling refreshed and revitalized.

Zomchi Safety Razor Review

A week or so ago, I received an email asking if I wanted to review the Zomchi Safety Razor. I checked out the website and thought it would be a good fit for the channel, so I agreed. The company asked for an honest review, and that’s exactly what I’ve done.

The package arrived in a simple mailer, and the box for the razor was attractive. The back of the box included instructions and a little information about the company. Although it came with blades branded with the Zomchi logo, I decided to use Personna Blades I had from a previous review of a disposable Gillette razor years ago.

Shaving With Dark Matter

So far, the review feedback for Dark Matter has been positive. What turned out to be something I ruined by not being able to smell the scent turned out to be the right thing for the project. The dark color does add a nice touch to the soap as well. For the next run, I want to make it slightly darker to highlight the stars in the soap which can only be seen that way.

This soap takes longer to make than the others due to the amount of time it takes to add the scent over and over again you can't rush that sort of thing.

I think it's clear that we are going to keep Dark Matter in our Wet The Face Line up most likely we will see a new batch in January sometime.

In this video, I also touch on watching a movie from 1998 called Meet Joe Black

I Forgot To Shave!

So last Sunday I got back home late and was so exhausted I knew I had to get up at 4AM the next morning I went right to sleep. An hour later I jumped out of bed and yelled "I forgot to Shave" so I quickly set up the camera and grabbed something I use in these situations the shaving cream called Deep.

As soon as this touches water lather in an instant quick reliable and easy. The scent is great as well. I'm sorry if this one was not like the others I've done. I did the best I could under the circumstances. Soon we will have some new hardware to test I hope it will make up for this short video and article for this week.

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Don Youngner

Wet The Face

Macintosh Apples - Fall Release

Part two of the fall releases continues with Macintosh Apples. This Fall, Wet The Face offers a shaving soap that will bring you back to when the whole family would join in to go out apple-picking at your local farm. This spot-on scent of Macintosh Apples holds memories that reach back to better times with families and friends, to a place when doing things together mattered.

Experience the nostalgic aroma every morning with our artisan Macintosh Apples Shaving Soap, crafted with care for the perfect wet shave. Make your routine a cherished moment, embracing the past while enjoying a smooth, refreshing shave. There is nothing better than taking that first bite.

Notes - Sweet, Tart, Macintosh Apples with a bottom note of musk

Don Youngner
Wet The Face