Bay Rum Soap by Dr. Squatch – Men's Naturally Fresh Scented Natural Bar Soap with Bay Rum, Kaolin Clay, Shea Butter – Organic Handmade in USA

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Glycerin-based soaps on the other hand tend to utilize primarily the moisturising profile of glycerine, ideally derived from vegetable oils, for the hydration and razor glide that results in a comfortable shave. Genuine Ogallala Bay Rum products have a bold, fresh fragrance, with some unique ingredient combinations, like you remember from years ago in the barber shop! A stronger than usual Bay Rum with distinctive tones. A traditional 'old-time' product, which is as good a performer as it was years ago. Ogallala Shaving Soaps do notcontain artificial colourings. Made in USA The ingredients of shaving soaps may be a factor in the decision to use them by some adherents. We could probably get away with categorizing shaving soaps into three main groups in terms of their prominent, most commonly-used ingredients. For the purposes of reduction let’s say they are largely either:

Anyone who takes the business of shaving even slightly seriously will have tried at least one Bay Rum shaving product at some point. Many get hooked. Some say it’s a matter of taste. But one thing is for sure, there is no mistaking the overtly yet subtle masculine overtones of the Bay Rum aroma, whether in cream, oil, or soap form. Bay rum shaving soap is a traditional shaving cream that is made with bay leaves, rum, and spices. It has a warm, masculine scent that is perfect for the winter months.A scent with history, beginning with the discovery of bay leaves leading to the invention of Bay Rum. The History of the Bay Rum scent

More recently, artisans may add citrus notes such as lime or bergamot for that extra zing or cloves and cinnamon for depth and warmth. Benefits of a Bay Rum Shaving Soap It is a distillate that was originally made in Saint Thomas "and probably other West Indian islands" [2] from rum and the leaves and/or berries of the West Indian bay tree, Pimenta racemosa. Even though it was the first available shaving resource, many self-respecting shavers may still lean towards thinking that soap belongs on the ‘washing’ shelf in the bathroom rather than the ‘shaving’ one. MAGUIRE'S Barbershop are Exclusive European Retailers of Genuine Ogallala Bay Rum products. How to use

If you have greasy hair, it doesn't do anything to remove that, rather leaving it greasy and moist. First and foremost, Bay Rum Soap is known for its invigorating scent. The rich aroma of bay leaves and exotic spices transports you to a tropical paradise, immersing your senses in a delightful experience. The refreshing fragrance lingers on your skin long after you step out of the shower, leaving you feeling refreshed and revitalized throughout the day. John Maisch identified the leaf in the herbarium at the Philadelphia Academy of Natural Sciences, collected in Saint Croix, "by the late Dr. Griffith", which was identified as Myrcia acris, now transferred to the genus Pimenta. Maisch added that it was "very probable that various species are made use of for the same purpose." According to an 1889 reference, other ingredients may be citrus and spice oils, the most common being lime oil and oil of cloves. A drop of oil of cloves is added to two parts bay oil and one part pimento oil in one of two recipes for bay rum; [3] the aromatics are steeped in alcohol and as a last step an equal part of "good rum" is added, and cinnamon. Artisan made in the USA and guaranteed to impress, Zingari Man The Nomad Shaving Soap is one for those who reject convention! Zingari have taken the deep and spicy bay rum scent that is adored by many, adding a pop of citrus to lighten the scent.As I said earlier this is a cold process soap which means it doesn't like to sit in the water flow or be wet all the time. The best way I've found to use it so far is to keep it out of the shower or higher up in the shower away from splashing water. The best way to apply it is to get your skin wet, use the bar to lather and then use a wash cloth or shower sponge, etc to scrub and exfoliate. If you leave this soap under running, hot water, it WILL melt rapidly. Bay Rum shaving soap is traditionally sweet and spicy with notes of wood. Exotic Caribbean spices, Jamaican rum and West Indies Bay Leaf form the base for most Bay Rum scents today. It is timeless, a scent that never goes out of style. The tallow-based soaps – which if you weren’t aware are fatty substances derived from animals, often beef — are the most traditional and common type of shaving soap. Certainly not everyone’s cup of tea but they are renowned for providing excellent razor glide, often with complex aromas. These shaving soaps tend to leave the skin feeling moisturised and nourished when you are done with the shave. The scents don't really smell, unless you directly smell the bar of soap. Once you wash it off and dry your body, there will basically be no smell of the soap on you (I tried two different scents by the way, I smelled like nothing after drying myself.). Probably the most obvious difference between shaving cream and soap in terms of use is that soaps are set firm to begin with, which means (at least theoretically) that they require more water to build a lather than the more liquefied foams or creams.

Other uses include as under-arm deodorant and as a fragrance for shaving soap, as well as a general astringent.

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Any newcomers to the art of shaving may find, with a little digging, that using shaving soap is about as old-school as it gets – especially when taking into account one with the Bay Rum scent. It is certainly not a matter to be taken lightly by any discerning shaving gent. There are many variatons of this classic Caribbean scent available nowadays. Most blends start with essential oils of bay with some kind of citrus essential oils such as orange and may be lime with the more anchoring notes of cloves and allspice. This recipe is a basic bayrum with bay, orange and cloves. Further experimentation could yield other versions with allspice, pepper, tobacco, orrisroot and even vetiver essential oils to impart richness to the middle notes and extend the drydown. The top notes may be played with to give a fresher impact with bergamot, lime and mandarin essential oils. Transfer to the face or bowl, and adjust the consistency by adding more water to your face or your bowl and continuing with the swirling motion. Although most soaps come in a container that allows plenty of room for lathering and mixing, it’s better to mix in your own bowl for both the end result and the condition of the soap/container. And yep, you guessed it – the hybrid soaps may contain various quantities of each prominent ingredient, possibly along with a few others. Some brands will forgo the tallow for a vegan or cruelty-free option, replacing it with plant-derived options like stearic acid combined with and glycerine. Proprietary bay rum lotions are produced by labs in several West Indian countries, as well as American and European fragrance companies. The original bay rum from St. Thomas by A. H. Riise continues to be produced locally in the US Virgin Islands by the West Indies Bay Company. [9]