Gerês Shaving Soap

Marjoram, Oakmoss, Juniper, Patchouli, Vetiver, Pepper, Lavender and Bergamot

A harmonious blend of the essence of nature, capturing the wild beauty of the serene landscapes of Portugal's Gerês National Park. Mountainous forests meet waterfalls that spread out into reservoirs. The breathtaking landscapes are home to numerous wildlife species. Remote granite hamlets are harmoniously integrated into nature. The locals maintain ancient values and traditions that go back thousands of years.

Gerês opens with the crispness of Bergamot, a gateway to an aromatic adventure as the fragrance evolves. Oakmoss forms the base upon which the fragrance blossoms. Marjoram and Juniper are reminiscent of the wild herbs and evergreen shrubs that thrive in the heart of Gerês. These notes evoke the feeling of walking through untamed landscapes, where the earthy scent of Marjoram mingles with the invigorating scent of Juniper, reproducing the immersive experience of being embraced by nature.

Patchouli and Vetiver paint a picture of the dense forest and dirt roads through the park. These notes capture the robust elegance of the forest, a blend of rich textures that linger on the skin and in the air.

A touch of Pepper adds a distinctive spiciness. The claming presence of Lavender, while subtle, evokes the floral surprises that will delight us during this adventure.

To be worn as a reminder of nature's magnificence during an adventure or as a moment of calm in a bustling life. Gerês pays homage to the authenticity and serenity of untouched wilderness.

The Nirvana Soap Base

The Nirvana soap base is nothing but a natural evolution of Westman's original soap base and what we learned from the old formula. The modifications result in greater rentability, improved lather consistency, slickness, as well as a comfortable, skin-loving post-shave feel.

Changes include new ingredients such as broccoli seed oil instead of apricot kernel oil for better absorption by the skin. The inclusion of dimethicone due to its excellent lubricating properties. In addition, the simplification of the formula, which contains fewer saponified fats, allows us to increase the concentration of the really important fats such as kokum butter and mango butter to obtain a denser and shinier lather. Other key ingredients include tallow, lanolin, jojoba oil, avocado oil and many more.

Experience a superlative shave.

Composition

INGREDIENTS: Aqua, Potassium Kokum Butterate, Potassium Tallowate, Glycerin, Potassium Stearate, Potassium Mango Butterate, Parfum (Fragrance)*, Dimethicone, Sodium Kokum Butterate, Potassium Castorate, Sodium Tallowate, Lanolin, Sodium Stearate, Sodium Mango Butterate, Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Sodium Lactate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Castorate, Caprae Lac (Goat Milk) Powder, Citrus Bergamia Peel Oil, Xanthan Gum, Kaolin, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Vetiveria Zizanoides (Vetiver) Root Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil, Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract, Benzyl alcohol, Piper Nigrum Fruit Extract.

*Natural essential oils, molecules and flower extracts

Net weight: 120g (4.2 oz)

Recommended Use

Swirl a damp shaving brush on the dry surface of the soap in circular motions from 30 seconds (if using stiff brush) to 60 seconds (if using a soft brush). Aim to create a thick paste on the tips of the brush. A little pressure is good. It may be helpful to add a few drops of water to the surface of the soap halfway through.

Take the loaded brush and start "painting" the soap paste onto the area that you want to shave. To begin lathering, add a few drops of water on the tips of the brush and apply to the area in a circular motion. Repeat this process - add water/swirl - as many times as desired to achieve your prefered lather consistency.

When you are finished shaving, rinse the excess suds from the surface of the soap and allow it to dry. After a few hours, you can close the lid and store the soap in a cool, dark and dry place.