ProrasoShaving Soap

In the last few years there has been a rebirth of interest (and sales) of double edge safety razors. The reasons are myriad; ridiculously high prices for cartridges, poor performance, environmental concerns (tons of plastic dumped into land fills, etc.) Along with that heightened interest, a number of boutique soap makers have popped up, many of them simply outstanding, if sometimes a bit pricey.Proraso, on the other hand, has been around since after WWII. It's a proven commodity in the shaving world. It was the first shave soap I ever bought, their Green soap (eucalyptus scent with some menthol) and it was love at first use. One thing about Proraso soaps and shave creams: they really lather beautifully!I started with the Green (their original) but also tried the White (made for sensitive skin) and finally the Red.All three Proraso soaps/creams I've tried are fantastic but the Red is my favorite. The sandalwood scent is beautiful; a very natural smell that isn't overpowering and doesn't come across like a cheap cologne.Every scent is subjective. Some soaps I've bought that get rave reviews I've found to be simply awful.But I can't imagine anybody not liking this sandalwood scent. And, man, does it lather and provide a great shave! And it's a fantastic value in a world where some prices have skyrocketed. This brand has maintained affordability and stability.This comes with my highest recommendation.

Proraso makes great products, and this is no exception. I love the scent of sandalwood, as it is my favorite scent of all. It takes only a small amount to load onto the brush. It creates a great lather in my shaving bowl with a synthetic brush. Even with my Silvertip High Mountain Badger brush, it whips up a thick and slick lather. I love the scent, and it leaves my face smooth. I also use Proraso green with menthol which helps cool the skin.Great product and great value.

I was able to shave way more close with this than any of the shaving creams I’ve used! For half the price and twice the value, this is now my replacement for my hensons shave cream. I used to have to be super careful with my razor because I’d come out of shaving a bloody mess, but this was the first time I’ve ever shaved without a single major cut or irritation! Absolutely amazing, this has won me over for life.

Not a hard puck type soap so it lathers well on its own with a wet brush and not fussy like shaving cream. But I prefer the Eucalyptus variety (green container).

Excellent product, this is quality and hands down one of the best shaving soaps out there. Rich, creamy lather that cushions well and leaves the skin feeling refreshed.

Smells great and goes on smooth. Lathers up good to with a brush.

i didn’t like the fragrance it has but ignoring that, I really liked the shave, very good product.

Super value, great price. Foams excellent. Does the job