First Time Trying Proraso Green soap

[Paul Bearer]

been wetshaving for about 2 years now, and only today is the first time i've ever tried proraso green (super formula).

I didn't think any soap could topple my beloved MWF, but doggone it this has done it ! slickest lather i've tried combined with what must be the cleanest, freshest scent on the market to my nose. the menthol in it makes it absolutely perfect for summer....its almost unfair something this good is so cost affordable!

can anyone recommend something comparable for fall and winter to this classic (in terms of slickness, scent, cost) ? please don't say proraso red....i've actually tried that before and i'm not that impressed.

 

[Peterv1]

Proraso white is a great all rounder, probably my favourite Proraso soap/cream

 

[dabrock]

If you want to try something from Proaso then the Proraso Single Blade line is even better, although it's a cream, and has some very nice scents. For other soaps that might work well for you that could work for an autumn/winter scent, you could try Cella or look at some of the RazoRock Super Formula (with and without Tallow), and the Tcheon Fung Sing offerings.

There are certainly a lot of great soaps out there, but finding a good artisan in a modest price range isn't always easy, but RR and TFS, which makes RR, is one of those.

 

[Messygoon]

Proraso green one of three soaps I love. The other two are Tabac and Cella red. Highly recommended!

 

[karacha]

Proraso Green is a classic for a reason and it has been for decades now.

 

[BudgetShaverGuy]

Proraso Green is awesome, especially the new Super Formula.

Palmolive Shave Stick is the winter equivalent for me, and it’s Green too, how about that. Doesn’t matter how dry or cold it is, this stuff is my favorite during the horrible Chicago winter months, which are many.

 

[sarimento1]

Congrats, Sir Paul Bearer (great name!) on your love of Proraso Green!!

In your terms of Slickness, Scent and Cost, it's hard to find anything better!!

 

[StuMcB]

Been mentioned already, Tabac. Stick or bowl

 

[BigJ]

been wetshaving for about 2 years now, and only today is the first time i've ever tried proraso green (super formula).

I didn't think any soap could topple my beloved MWF, but doggone it this has done it ! slickest lather i've tried combined with what must be the cleanest, freshest scent on the market to my nose. the menthol in it makes it absolutely perfect for summer....its almost unfair something this good is so cost affordable!

can anyone recommend something comparable for fall and winter to this classic (in terms of slickness, scent, cost) ? please don't say proraso red....i've actually tried that before and i'm not that impressed.

Great when something just works!!

This winter you should consider a trip with Tabac!!

 

[Cesare]

I'm not sure if by "scent" you mean something similar to Prorado Green, with menthol, or just a "classic" scent.

If you mean "classic", I suggest Ach Brito Mogno.

 

[SterFry]

Didn't Proraso recently state that the "super formula" is the same base as before? Somebody in a recent thread emailed Proraso and asked and I guess they confirmed it?

 

[Multum in parvo]

Green in summer, red in winter (sandalwood) and you are set.

 

[ajkel64]

Proraso White, Green and Red are three of the best value for money soaps IMHO. Always will have them in my soap rotation.

 

[flametop]

Cella Red or Tabac for fall/winter. You can thank me later

 

[Ivo4u2]

Try the proraso wood and spice for something warmer.

or get some stirling samples mentholated and not mentholated and you might forget proraso

 

[rbscebu]

can anyone recommend something comparable for fall and winter to this classic (in terms of slickness, scent, cost) ? please don't say proraso red....i've actually tried that before and i'm not that impressed.

There is only one ARKO

 

[zoidberg]

been wetshaving for about 2 years now, and only today is the first time i've ever tried proraso green (super formula).

I didn't think any soap could topple my beloved MWF, but doggone it this has done it ! slickest lather i've tried combined with what must be the cleanest, freshest scent on the market to my nose. the menthol in it makes it absolutely perfect for summer....its almost unfair something this good is so cost affordable!

can anyone recommend something comparable for fall and winter to this classic (in terms of slickness, scent, cost) ? please don't say proraso red....i've actually tried that before and i'm not that impressed.

Vitos Red

 

[DaveHStone]

@Paul Bearer, I'm somewhat puzzled as to how you have found Proraso green to be slicker than MWF ... perhaps you've never truly managed to work da fat to its fullest potential.

IME, Proraso's "tricolore" combo leaves much to be desired. I've had all 3 croaps and they are all pretty average at best - synthetic scent and sub-par performance. Yikes!

Their Single Edge creams OTOH are quite good, with Cypress & Vetyver being my favorite.

I guess to each his own and YMMV.

Bottom-line nonetheless - if you enjoy it, that's all that matters! Many happy shaves

 

[Owen Bawn]

@DaveHStone I'm somewhat puzzled as to how you have found Proraso green to be less slick than MWF ... perhaps you've never truly managed to work the Evergreen to its fullest potential.

 

[Benoni]

I do still like to use Proraso green amongst artisan/pricier soaps, great scent and easy to lather. But I think it lacks in post-shave properties and it leaves a residue on my razors. Some triple milled soaps (E.g. MdC, SV) might initially feel expensive but I think they're actually very budget-friendly in the long run. For real budget soaps, my top choice is La Toja stick.