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SOTD May 2026
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Ram57
Shave Member
Friday SOTD
Razor: Standard Razor
Blade: Personna Reds (1)
Brush: Omega EVO Synthetic 28mm
Bowl: Captain's Choice Seafoam green
Pre-Shave Scrub: PAA Ice Cube 2
Pre-Shave Oil: Stirling Island Man
Shave Cream: Taconic Tequila Lime
Balm: C&E West Indian Lime
Aftershave: Captain’s Choice Lime
remfan170
Shave Newbie
May 1, 2026
• Brush: Semogue – 1470 (Boar)
• Razor: Muhle – R41 (Black)
• Blade: Tatra – Platinum
• Soap: Mystic Water – Orange Spice Tea
• Aftershave: Mystic Water – Orange Spice Tea Aftershave
• Balm: Stirling – Unscented Post Shave Balm
• Fragrance: Mystic Water – Orange Spice Tea Perfume Oil
I had the privilege of joining The Shaving Cadre a few days ago when Michelle Burke, the artisan behind Mystic Water Soaps, let me know that she was touched to see a thread of some gentlemen who were doing “Mystic May.” It has been nice to see some good folks on there including some I have seen in other forums. It is a real pleasure to see other folks who are big fans of Mystic Water. I’ve decided to join them with one small caveat. Since I have made some purchases and some kind souls have sent me samples lately, I am making this month “Mystic May Every Other Day.”
I’ve written about Mystic Water quite a bit, but just a quick note that she has an excellent sample policy. Basically, it is 3 0.5 oz samples for $4 and $5 shipping. You can do as many as you like. I also want to say that there is a misconception that somehow MW is finicky to lather. It isn’t. It just needs you to load for a bit longer than you think you might, and to add water near the end very slowly. This is because the soap does not contain coconut oil. It is a primarily a tallow and lanolin base with lots of other good things including shea butter. It balloons into a luxurious and moisturizing lather that is hard to beat. The scents are outstanding.
I’m kicking off Mystic May Every Other Day with one of my favorite MW scents: Orange Spice Tea. Michelle mentioned that growing up her friend’s mother was a tea blender and that this was her attempt to make a scent similar to one of those blends. She describes this scent as an “Astringent and refreshing black tea scent warmed with vanilla, orange peel essential oil, and just the right amount of spice: nutmeg, clove and cinnamon leaf.” I can’t improve on that description. This is good stuff. You can also see the aftershave and fragrance. She does aftershaves (about $16) and fragrances (about $9) of most any of her scents (you just have to email her). She also does shave sticks and full pucks. All excellent prices. She also ships internationally. Check out Mystic Water when you get a chance.
Have an awesome day, friends!
• Brush: Semogue – 1470 (Boar)
• Razor: Muhle – R41 (Black)
• Blade: Tatra – Platinum
• Soap: Mystic Water – Orange Spice Tea
• Aftershave: Mystic Water – Orange Spice Tea Aftershave
• Balm: Stirling – Unscented Post Shave Balm
• Fragrance: Mystic Water – Orange Spice Tea Perfume Oil
I had the privilege of joining The Shaving Cadre a few days ago when Michelle Burke, the artisan behind Mystic Water Soaps, let me know that she was touched to see a thread of some gentlemen who were doing “Mystic May.” It has been nice to see some good folks on there including some I have seen in other forums. It is a real pleasure to see other folks who are big fans of Mystic Water. I’ve decided to join them with one small caveat. Since I have made some purchases and some kind souls have sent me samples lately, I am making this month “Mystic May Every Other Day.”
I’ve written about Mystic Water quite a bit, but just a quick note that she has an excellent sample policy. Basically, it is 3 0.5 oz samples for $4 and $5 shipping. You can do as many as you like. I also want to say that there is a misconception that somehow MW is finicky to lather. It isn’t. It just needs you to load for a bit longer than you think you might, and to add water near the end very slowly. This is because the soap does not contain coconut oil. It is a primarily a tallow and lanolin base with lots of other good things including shea butter. It balloons into a luxurious and moisturizing lather that is hard to beat. The scents are outstanding.
I’m kicking off Mystic May Every Other Day with one of my favorite MW scents: Orange Spice Tea. Michelle mentioned that growing up her friend’s mother was a tea blender and that this was her attempt to make a scent similar to one of those blends. She describes this scent as an “Astringent and refreshing black tea scent warmed with vanilla, orange peel essential oil, and just the right amount of spice: nutmeg, clove and cinnamon leaf.” I can’t improve on that description. This is good stuff. You can also see the aftershave and fragrance. She does aftershaves (about $16) and fragrances (about $9) of most any of her scents (you just have to email her). She also does shave sticks and full pucks. All excellent prices. She also ships internationally. Check out Mystic Water when you get a chance.
Have an awesome day, friends!