Shaving soap for a perfect shave

Do you like a perfectly shaved face? You probably know that shaving should always be done with a special soap to make the razor glide smoothly, avoid cuts, ward off irritation, avoid multiple passes of the blade over the face, and thoroughly remove every hair. Moreover, if you shave traditionally, shaving soap is the best choice for an incomparable and comfortable result.

What is shaving soap?

A shaving soap is a circular or rectangular bar of soap, a bar of soap used to wash before the appearance of foam, shower gel, etc. It is applied to the face to straighten facial hair and to simplify shaving. Due to its components, it lathers well on contact with wet skin. It is used with two accessories: a shaving brush like the one sold at Caliquo and a shaving bowl. The brush is a tuft of synthetic or natural hair attached to a wooden base, while the bowl is the container for creating a creamy, soft, and protective lather, unlike standard spray lather. The importance of shaving soap is that it protects the skin during old-fashioned shaving. Its use also allows for a less irritating shave, and it is excellent for sensitive skin. Comfort will be guaranteed. Shaving soap is durable and economical; it is less expensive than conventional lather. It's also eco-friendly, as it comes with minimal packaging, ensuring zero waste. It's also convenient for traveling, as spray foam in hand luggage is prohibited at airports.

How to make shaving soap lather?

There are two ways to create a lather from shaving soap : in a bowl and on your skin. Using a French-made shaving brush from Caliquo is always essential. To create a lather, you need to add water during the emulsion process.

• The bowl : The traditional shaving bowl has a curved surface that makes it easy to rotate the brush to create a lather. The principle is the same as when you whip egg whites. If you don't have this bowl, you can use a classic bowl. The first thing to do is to wet the surface of the shaving soap with water to soften it. Then, dip the badger bristles in warm water and drain before passing over the soap. Place the loaded soap in the bowl using circular motions until a lather appears. If the lather doesn't rise, add more water with your fingers.
• Directly on the skin : You can skip the bowl by applying the shaving brush loaded with shaving soap directly to the skin. The other technique is to apply a layer of soap to the skin and use the wet brush to work the lather onto the face. Make circular movements in a figure 8. starting from the chin to the cheeks. Stop at the areas where the foam is difficult to become creamy.

If you liked the article and would like to learn traditional shaving techniques, you can discover our guide on shaving brushes: shaving brushes

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