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[–] walden@sub.wetshaving.social 5 points 3 months ago (1 children)

July 24, 2024 - Buena Vista Wetshaving Social Club

  • Brush: Zenith 508A XL/Bristle (B35) (MOAR BOAR) 31mm
  • Razor: MMOC Gen 2
  • Blade: Personna GEM PTFE (3)
  • Lather: Abbate y la Mantia – Don Josè
  • Post Shave: Aqua Velva - Ice Blue - Aftershave

Some people love the scent of banana. I can't say that I do.

I'm glad I read a couple of posts about this soap before using it, letting me know to load it like I hate it. I spread a very large amount of soap into my loading bowl, and it was just barely enough. It's a very flat lather. Not a grower, nor a shower. I don't think I gave it too much water, but I also sort of, somehow, didn't give it enough, maybe?

Oh, did I mention I also don't enjoy menthol? I found the menthol to be stronger than light, but not painfully so. Still, it's not for me.

Still, I'm glad I had the chance to try it thanks to the BVWSC. If you want to participate in the next event, hurry on over.

[–] djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 5 points 3 months ago (1 children)

I don't think I gave it too much water, but I also sort of, somehow, didn't give it enough, maybe?

Sounds like the typical "not dialed-in yet" kinda situation.

Sorry that we ended up with both banana and menthol in our first BVWSC!

[–] walden@sub.wetshaving.social 3 points 3 months ago

These are sacrifices which must be made.