July 18, 2023 - Autumnal Shave
- Brush: "Graffiti" handle / 26mm Maggard Razors mixed knot (badger/boar) #MISTURA
- Razor: Rolls No. 3 Imperial Model #SELFSHARPENING
- Blade: Rolls
- Lather: Declaration Grooming - Darkfall
- Alum: Osma
- Post Shave: Barrister and Mann - Nocturne
- Fragrance: Australian Private Reserve - Carnivale
This is one of my favorite scent combos to use during my favorite season (or anytime really). All the delicious cozy scents of fall are encapsulated here (sans pumpkin spice). You've got the smoky, woody goodness of Darkfall followed by a nice tart apple with a kiss of smoke in Nocturne. Carnivale brings an autumn festival vibe with sweet dried fruits, cannabis, brandy, spices, and various woody base notes (sandalwood, cedar, ho wood). It is a rich intoxicating scent that unfolds like a story. Top notch juice this is!
This was also the first full shave I've done with the Rolls razor and it wasn't half bad to be honest. I hated this thing when I tried it before so I was dreading using it. I figured what the hell, might as well pick up the hashtag since I have one lol. I had some major tugging in my trouble spots, but I was able to escape with a DFS, no cuts, and surprisingly little sting from the alum. I'll call that a win.
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