Col Conk Soap -- a plreasant surprise
Col Conk Soap -- a plreasant surprise
I am a long time wet shaver and today was my first use of a Col Conk shaving soap. I rubbed the puck on my face as if a stick. The results, for me, were as good as any other plain glycerin-based shaving soap -- of which I have tried several. Given the very affordable price point, I was pleasantly surprised. I will use it again. Have others tried it? What was the experience?
Re: Col Conk Soap -- a plreasant surprise
I've never tried Col Conk, but I have tried other glycerin-based soaps and I always liked them.
I sometimes think I should get some more and give it another try, as these soaps carry scent well. A good glycerin-based soap with a lime EO scent can be uplifting.
- Murray
I sometimes think I should get some more and give it another try, as these soaps carry scent well. A good glycerin-based soap with a lime EO scent can be uplifting.
- Murray
Re: Col Conk Soap -- a plreasant surprise
Which scent was it?
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Re: Col Conk Soap -- a plreasant surprise
I've used Conk soap successfully about 20 some odd years ago. But since I've aged and gotten more sensitive I can't use it anymore. Tried it once in the last year (old cake from bygone days so may be a factor but seemed to be alright) and it caused a lot of irritation. It also lacked the cushion I find hard soaps provide.
For those that can use it I say good on them but for me, no more.
Chris
For those that can use it I say good on them but for me, no more.
Chris
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I think the reason these soaps worked for me (though I haven't tried the Col Conk brand) is that I want maximal lubricity and minimal cushion.
I normally make my lather on the wet side to get this combination of characteristics, which, in turn, works well with a mild razor.
When I get more cushion, I feel like I have to battle it to get to the surface and make the cut.
- Murray
I normally make my lather on the wet side to get this combination of characteristics, which, in turn, works well with a mild razor.
When I get more cushion, I feel like I have to battle it to get to the surface and make the cut.
- Murray
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Re: Col Conk Soap -- a plreasant surprise
I liked how slick it was, but the Amber irritated my face alot. The scent is not really all that mild, so maybe it's a fragrance sensitivity. Also, like many cheap soaps, it's on the harsh, drying side.EL Alamein wrote: ↑Mon Oct 21, 2019 6:12 pm I've used Conk soap successfully about 20 some odd years ago. But since I've aged and gotten more sensitive I can't use it anymore. Tried it once in the last year (old cake from bygone days so may be a factor but seemed to be alright) and it caused a lot of irritation. It also lacked the cushion I find hard soaps provide.
For those that can use it I say good on them but for me, no more.
Chris
Van Der Hagen Luxury or Deluxe are better choices as far as glycerin soaps go.
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Re: Col Conk Soap -- a plreasant surprise
That works for some people, though I generally prefer at least some cushion. Conk has almost none.CMur12 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 21, 2019 8:11 pm I think the reason these soaps worked for me (though I haven't tried the Col Conk brand) is that I want maximal lubricity and minimal cushion.
I normally make my lather on the wet side to get this combination of characteristics, which, in turn, works well with a mild razor.
When I get more cushion, I feel like I have to battle it to get to the surface and make the cut.
- Murray
If you are doing the "beard reduction" approach you want some cushion just because you are doing multiple passes. With Conk I can only do one pass then it's time to wrap up the shave.
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Most shavers do want more cushion. It just doesn't work for me, and I use the beard reduction approach.
As long as I get good lubricity, I get the protection I need.
- Murray
As long as I get good lubricity, I get the protection I need.
- Murray
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@ John Rose - you asked which scent. I prefer muted-to-none (long story) so used Almond, which provided a negligible scent as desired.