I just used it in stick fashion. Lathered on my face with a cheap 24mm Yaqi synthetic brush. I actually enjoyed the process. I gave the stick to my son in law that I just introduced to DE shaving as it is so easy to lather. Earlier today I ordered a 3 pack. I missed having it. I like to rotate my soaps but something about face lathering La Toja with a soft tipped synthetic is divine. It will stay in my rotation.Do you use it in a bowl or as a stick?