- Razor: Schick Type A
- Blade: Schick Injector
- Brush: Omega #10048
- Pre-Shave: Proraso Pre Shave Cream
- Lather: Proraso Menthol & Eucalyptus
- Aftershave: Barber No3 Marmara
- Additional Care: Alum Block
Another fine Friday shave
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Another fine Friday shave
That hole in the centre is slowly growing. Good.
I'm really enjoying the Sheep base.
Varen++
Mutton++
My number 1 Stirling soap for those two reasons :D
Feb. 16, 2024
Great shave. It’s going to be a very interesting day at work some changes are coming. Hopefully my mood stays positive throughout today’s adventures. Regardless this scent will follow me well into the afternoon.
February 16, 2024
Nice shave with the Merkur.
February 16, 2024
Brush: Chisel & Hound Gulf Short 26mm V22 Fanchurian
Lather: Pasteur|Master Soap Creations - Bloom - Soap
Toner: Thayers - Rose - Toner
Aftershave: Pasteur|Master Soap Creations - Bloom - Aftershave
Fragrance: Tom Ford - Black Orchid - Eau de Parfum
Talc: Pinaud Clubman Finest Powder
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
Great shave with the River Razor. It takes an amazing edge.