The air crackles with anticipation as the lid of the shaving soap is lifted, releasing a symphony of invigorating scents. A burst of sharp, citrusy aldehydes, almost electric in their intensity, mingles with the bright and tangy zest of bergamot, ginger, and lemon. This vibrant opening explodes on the senses, waking you with a jolt of refreshing energy. As the initial burst subsides, the heart of the scent unfolds, revealing a delicate sweetness of apple and pineapple, woven together with the earthy greenness of violet leaf and sage. A touch of geranium adds a floral nuance, creating a complexity that is both captivating and comforting. Finally, the base notes of ambergris emerge, grounding the fragrance with a subtle, animalistic warmth. This rich, marine undertone whispers of adventure and masculinity, lingering on the skin long after the shave is complete, a timeless and alluring scent that leaves a lasting impression.
Scent Notes:
- Top notes of Aldehydes, Bergamot, Ginger, Mint, Lemon
- Middle notes of Apple, Violet Leaf, Pineapple, Sage, Geranium
- Base notes of Ambergris, Musk, Cedar, Balsam Fir, Incense, Vetiver
HATHOR Base provides a close shave with a lot of cushioning, smoothness, and lingering slickness.
After shaving, your skin feels soft, moisturized, and smooth without feeling oily or tacky.
We were inspired to name this base after the Egyptian goddess Hathor, who was often depicted as a cow in ancient Egyptian religion, symbolizing her maternal and celestial aspects.
THE PROCESS
We use the hot process method to make our shaving soaps. This allows us to apply premium ingredients like Donkey Milk, Murumuru Seed Butter, Jojoba Oil, and Evening Primrose Oil unsaponified for improved nourishing and moisturizing effects.
Donkey Milk:
- Donkey Milk is rich in vitamins and minerals: potassium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, sodium, calcium, magnesium, iodine, retinol, vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, D, C, E.
- Very moisturizing for the skin, it nourishes the skin in depth. It will soothe even the driest, most sensitive & reactive skin. An outstanding healer.
- Donkey milk contains essential fatty acids and amino acids that are essential for cell construction.
Murumuru Seed Butter:
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Deep Hydration – The high amounts of fatty acids in the Murumuru Butter penetrate the skin and facilitate deeper hydration.
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Soothing – It is rich in omega-3 and omega-9 fatty acids, along with vitamins A, C and E.
Jojoba Seed Oil:
Evening Primrose Oil:
Produces a wonderfully conditioning soap.
- High in linoleic and gamma linolenic acids (also known as vitamin F).
- Is valued in soap making for its benefit to dry, mature, sun damaged skin.
- May give relief to some skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Is easily absorbed by the skin.
- Has moisturising and softening effects
