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After being inspired by the many talented people on here, over the last few weeks I've been researching and reading up on the methods and advice to make your own shaving goodies, as well as picking up tips from the likes of Professor Blighty and Sunbury.
Last week, as I mentioned on a couple of the Shave of the Day posts, I produced my own aftershave and cologne, and very nice they were too. Just need to play around with proper blends of oils to get the longevity and scents which really go well together, but the scents are noticeable and not unpleasant at all, and the cologne itself does the job. The aftershave, in particular, hit the right spot with giving my skin a lovely after shaving feeling and soothing any razor burn I had during my shave.
Earlier this week I had a first attempt at making my own soap (Lime and Tea Tree). I made it up and left it for a few days before shaving, but I did perform one or two test lathers and it seemed to be lathering surprisingly well....but how would it shave? Well, with some trepidation, this morning I went for it.
To say I was pleased would be an understatement, and I'm wondering if it's beginner's luck :lol: The lather was lovely, creamy and slick and I got enough lather on my brush for a comfortable two passes. Scent was really nice as well and, after my shave, my face felt fantastic, no nicks or cuts, no pulls, the skin feels really nice, smooth and not dry at all. Without blowing my own trumpet, I'd say the shave I got was up there ahead of some of the 'brand' soaps I've tried! So, confidence up, I'm going to be doing myself some more varieties
So, have got a soap and aftershave I'm totally happy with, and a cologne which I'll be 100% with with the right blend of scents. I'm also planning a facial moisturiser, and SWMBO is suitably impressed that she wants me to do her a body spray!!
It's a great feeling when items you've produced yourself come out so well. I'd urge anybody out there who has thought about doing their own to give it a go, it gives you great variety and freedom about what you can do, and it's great fun too.
Last week, as I mentioned on a couple of the Shave of the Day posts, I produced my own aftershave and cologne, and very nice they were too. Just need to play around with proper blends of oils to get the longevity and scents which really go well together, but the scents are noticeable and not unpleasant at all, and the cologne itself does the job. The aftershave, in particular, hit the right spot with giving my skin a lovely after shaving feeling and soothing any razor burn I had during my shave.
Earlier this week I had a first attempt at making my own soap (Lime and Tea Tree). I made it up and left it for a few days before shaving, but I did perform one or two test lathers and it seemed to be lathering surprisingly well....but how would it shave? Well, with some trepidation, this morning I went for it.
To say I was pleased would be an understatement, and I'm wondering if it's beginner's luck :lol: The lather was lovely, creamy and slick and I got enough lather on my brush for a comfortable two passes. Scent was really nice as well and, after my shave, my face felt fantastic, no nicks or cuts, no pulls, the skin feels really nice, smooth and not dry at all. Without blowing my own trumpet, I'd say the shave I got was up there ahead of some of the 'brand' soaps I've tried! So, confidence up, I'm going to be doing myself some more varieties
So, have got a soap and aftershave I'm totally happy with, and a cologne which I'll be 100% with with the right blend of scents. I'm also planning a facial moisturiser, and SWMBO is suitably impressed that she wants me to do her a body spray!!
It's a great feeling when items you've produced yourself come out so well. I'd urge anybody out there who has thought about doing their own to give it a go, it gives you great variety and freedom about what you can do, and it's great fun too.