Item Description
I've had the opportunity to use a few versions of Al Raz's The Bomb for several months now, in his Boheme version and a custom "Agua de Florida" batch he made just for me. After seeing the lack of reviews on B&B I thought I'd say a few words about this product. Just a note, the best part about ordering a tub of The Bomb is actually the exchange with Al. He answers any and all questions, even lets you know how your particular batch of The Bomb lathered right before he sends it out. Very knowledgeable about his product and definitely has keeping his customers informed and happy at the top of his priorities.
Price: Both tubs were $25 shipped. I consider this very fair price for a handmade and custom product with outstanding customer service.
Quality: Al's dense cream is individually crafted for each batch, and he only used Essential Oils in these versions. All things together lead me to believe that this cream is high quality. He made Agua De Florida custom for me, which I don't see any of the high end cream makers offering, and his cream is at least as good as theirs.
Scent: Boheme is delightfully floral and familiar without being powdery and girly, very manly in a Bohemian kind of way I suppose. I liked it right away. Al's interpretation of Agua De Florida is a unique take on the classic scent which develops over time quite a bit.
Latherability: It took me 2 or 3 times to get the hang of what this cream likes as far as water to soap ratios but once I did, look out. The moist thick lather just wouldn't quit, never dried up, and lasted as long as 3 passes if needed. The texture is very thick and cushions well, while providing glide I've never seen in creams. For this reason I am not a cream guy, but The Bomb is the exception.
Efficacy: It works great, what can I say. Great glide and protection, moisturizes the skin very well, rinses clean. I think it works very well, I get very close and comfortable shaves every time.
Moisturizing Properties: This stuff makes my face feel very nice to the touch for hours after a shave. I often feel as though I don't need a balm or splash afterwards, but I do anyway just to keep consistency in my routine.
Packaging: Comes in a dark brown plastic tub with a black screw lid. Won't shatter, rust proof, keeps the cream moist, no BS. I like it!
Price: Both tubs were $25 shipped. I consider this very fair price for a handmade and custom product with outstanding customer service.
Quality: Al's dense cream is individually crafted for each batch, and he only used Essential Oils in these versions. All things together lead me to believe that this cream is high quality. He made Agua De Florida custom for me, which I don't see any of the high end cream makers offering, and his cream is at least as good as theirs.
Scent: Boheme is delightfully floral and familiar without being powdery and girly, very manly in a Bohemian kind of way I suppose. I liked it right away. Al's interpretation of Agua De Florida is a unique take on the classic scent which develops over time quite a bit.
Latherability: It took me 2 or 3 times to get the hang of what this cream likes as far as water to soap ratios but once I did, look out. The moist thick lather just wouldn't quit, never dried up, and lasted as long as 3 passes if needed. The texture is very thick and cushions well, while providing glide I've never seen in creams. For this reason I am not a cream guy, but The Bomb is the exception.
Efficacy: It works great, what can I say. Great glide and protection, moisturizes the skin very well, rinses clean. I think it works very well, I get very close and comfortable shaves every time.
Moisturizing Properties: This stuff makes my face feel very nice to the touch for hours after a shave. I often feel as though I don't need a balm or splash afterwards, but I do anyway just to keep consistency in my routine.
Packaging: Comes in a dark brown plastic tub with a black screw lid. Won't shatter, rust proof, keeps the cream moist, no BS. I like it!