Eh, I can get pretty great lather out of anything pretty much, but I get a slicker lather from Stirling. I pretty much keep MdC around for 2 reasons: it's a great value as far as longevity goes, and I can't get the scents they put out from anywhere else.I also rank MdC over Stirling. Stirling Sheep is better than Naked & Smooth, but MdC was eye opening!