ARKO Shaving Cream Soap, 3 Pieces, (Pack of 1)

Tried this this morning,After trying few other types of SHAVING SOAP from like the Big Named Brands WS,Perfect replacement for the original Palmolive green soap stick that I used to use all the time,lathers up perfectly with your shaving brush and coats the face well, and not to strong a scent, but leaves you feeling like you have had excellent shave.

My dad likes them

Arko Shave Sticks have a marmite quality about them amongst DE Shaving enthusiasts. This is mainly caused by their scent. However before I discuss that tricky topic, let’s consider some of their more easily addressed properties.First of all, their main purpose is to produce shaving lather. At this, these shave sticks excel! I use them directly on my face, having washed in warm water, and rub the stick into all areas of stubble. Don’t stint on this application because not only are Arko sticks excellent value, they are long-lasting. A little goes a long way. I then use my moistened brush to build up a lather directly on my face. The slick, good-quality lather builds quickly and will soon load up your brush for subsequent passes. Using this method, I can easily obtain three passes and touch ups.One thing to note, is that as you’re applying soap directly to your face, the blade can pick up some thicker soap residue, so make sure you clean your blade well after use.The soap comes in a foil wrapper which you unravel as you use the soap. Keep some on the bottom to use as a handle. When not in use, or when travelling, I keep opened shave sticks in a zip lock bag. And as it’s a solid item, rather than fluid or cream in a container which might irk airport security, the Arko makes a perfect travelling companion.Now onto the scent. I have read it described being either as a pleasant lime/lemon scent such as used in Turkish Barbers’ shops or as disgusting as lime scented disinfectant pucks, found commonly in gents’ urinals. The strange thing is, to my nose, both descriptions can be valid. Sometimes the smell is pleasant and at other times it can be powerfully overwhelming. It is strange stuff. I would however say that it is never so strong that I can’t or won’t use it.So should you buy Arko? I would provisionally say; “yes.” However I would only encourage you to do so, in order to try a worldwide renowned soap and to experience a shave stick if you have not already done so. Compared to a bowl soap or cream, they are much simpler to apply especially if you shave in the shower. Rub it on and then lather. It’s excellent value and produces plenty of slick lather. So “Thank you” to Arko for showing me the benefits of shave sticks.However I much prefer shave sticks from LEA. These don’t smell strange, rather having a beautiful fresh soap scent. They’re not wrapped in a bit of foil but come in a protective plastic case. They are fitted into a base which makes holding and applying them so much easier. They may be slightly more expensive than the Arko but not by much and are therefore overall, the much better option.

Yes they great

Nice smell plenty lather. Really good.

Lot cheaper and just as good as shaving foam

Friendly and efficient

The minty smell is quite strong. And in a bad way.Plus, the wrapping is quite annoying to remove, especially if you bite your nails.It makes a good foam though. Not sure about the lubricating qualities of this foam as I've had better ones before.Won't buy again just because of the smell.