stupid question: the soap is supposed to stay in the bowl after the shave? how do you keep it from getting soggy?
1685585
I don't leave it in the bowl. After my shave I rinse the bar off and put it back in the soap container it comes in. It will be a little damp when you put it away but it has not gotten soggy on me.
1685586
the soap doesn't stay wet for me, drying out after a day. I just rinse off the lather, and pour it and walk away. With this kit and my safety razor, I really don't need to shave but a few days of the week. Which is strange, as when I was in the service (22 years), I saved at least twice a day if not more, due to my heavy beard growth - this shaving soap and the razor really gets close.. Good luck with it all.
1685587
The way I use it is to leave the soap in the original container, wet the brush, lather up and put the brush in the bowl while im shaving incase I need to reapply.
1685588
Don't microwave the soap. Leave it in the bowl. Don't rinse it after use. Let the excess lather dry. After three or four uses, the puck will stick to the bowl and no longer rotate when you work up a lather with the brush. If the outside gets really nasty, you can rinse it clean. I use mine in the shower, and don't even bother covering it up between uses. If I were traveling, where carrying a wet bowl would be an issue, I'd use something else, like the shaving soap sticks.
1685589
I have the ceramic bowl from this set that I use. After I am done shaving I generally take out the shaving puck, rinse out & dry the bowl. And then put the Shaving Soap puck back in. It doesn't get soggy. And only mildly sticks to the ceramic bowl
1685590
I have the higher-end version of this and the soap just stays in the mug/bowl after I've lathered up. It "glues" itself to the ceramic just from the water left in on the soap. No need to do anything fancy.
1685591
if you place the soap in the bowl and microwave it for about 30 seconds or until it melts. It will conform to the shape of the bowl. Just be careful not to overcook it. The soap will melt fairly quick. I just received a wooden bowl for my soap and melting it down to fit the bowl worked great. The ceramic bowl that came with this set I fill with hot water to let my brush soak in before I load the brush. BTW the boars hair brush works well but I just bought a silvertip badger brush. What a difference. The boars hair will do but if you can. Get a silvertip badger. Makes a big difference.
743893
I do with mine. I just use a very watered down soap and I make sure to wipe with dry cloth after so just to make sure no water is left on it. It hasnt hurt it it's been about 2 months id say. Hope this helps.
1679694
I just put some water in it and a tiny bit of liquid dish soap and then cover the top with my hand and shake vigorously. Then rinse it out with more water to get the soap out. The liquid soap is probably unnecessary, in all actuality.
2217071
I keep it in the jar as a soap dish so that it doesn't get wet in the shower from splash. Otherwise, I don't know a reason.
54198
Remove the shaver head and then remove the 4 corner blades and the center blade. Wash everything, let it dry and put it back together. I usually brush it and then wash it. Just be careful that you have the parts aligned properly when you snap it back together. It is a bit of a pain so I don't necessarily do it with every use but if you don't do this the hair is accumulating inside the unit.
138665
I wash mine with dish detergent. Run it under water to get it wet, then put a few drops of detergent on both sides, agitate the surface with your fingers. Afterwards, run it under the water again to rinse while squeezing the excess suds/soap out. When you're finished let it air dry.
744681
I used the jar of the previous shave soap that I had. I like that I have a lid on the shave soap. I feel it is more sanitary.
466824
mines pretty new yet so have not had that problem....guessing rinsing with hot water to get the soap from around it?
2058020
That's a good question. I just clean it out post-shave, dry everything, then put it back in my razor. I'm not sure if it's "the best way", but it has gotten me by. I'm using Merkur Model 180 Long Handled Safety Razor. I should also note that I'm Asian.. so... not much shaving is needed. Good luck!
418048
I don't quite follow, but I'll try and explain. It comes in a plastic container that functions as a shave bowl. Therefore, the soap can only be used if one has a shave brush to lather it up (i.e. you can't rub it on with your fingers). It does produce a great lather though, and I do highly recommend it.
1225420
i shave mine ahead of time and keep it in the freezer using it as needed. if you shave "wet" ice it has a tendency to stick and get hard, otherwise it's the nice fine shaved ice i bought it for. i love this product. i hope this helps.
1237434
I put re-fills of this shaving soap back into the original plastic container. Some guys, like my son, prefer wooden soap bowls; but I', wary of wood & moisture.
618384
you would need to use a very mild dilution if you were not going to rinse...it is a good sudsing soap!
1051221
I find it best to handwash it with mild soapy water. I wouldn't want the harsh dishwasher soap to rub off the details!
911942
What part of "Shave soap not included" is unclear? ;) Functional and nice looking bowl though, finish has held up well to moisture, and goes nicely with:Mission Style Wood Shave Stand for Razor and Brush - Walnut Finish
1666484
I'm surprised that the manual (yes, it's even a little booklet) doesn't specifically say "don't rinse it with water," but it says don't use it in the shower and don't immerse it, so absolutely this is not meant for use with shaving cream. If anything, use a small bit of pre-shave lotion (such as Williams Lectric Shave, or store brand equal). By the way, the number for customer assistance is 800-243-3050.
23039
I shave 3-4 times a week, and I have been using the included soap for four months at least. Only just last week did I notice the cake starting to get translucent in the middle, so I might have a few more weeks or a month left. I'm not terribly efficient with the soap when I shave either, so it should last you quite a while.