SOTD by u/ChrisDaBombz

July 09, 2023 * Brush: Yaqi Moka Express 24mm Mew Brown Synthetic #FAUXFUR * Razor: Razorock Hawk V2 Aluminum * Blade: Schick Proline (AC) * Lather: Ariana & Evans - Cafe au Lait - Soap * Post Shave: Ariana & Evans - Cafe au Lait - Aftershave * Fragrance: Noble Otter - Monarch - EdP

I already had a hunch, but today's use confirmed I need to get rid of this set. While the scent is a very pleasant coffee, the soap and aftershave make my face tingle. I paired this with Monarch due to it's coffee note. I also used the Yaqi Moka Express for today's shave. It is in the shape of the famed Bialetti Moka Pot and coffee colored handle. This Yaqi handle, featuring a mew brown synthetic knot was the first upgrade I made from my Maggard starter brush. Going back now after using AP Shave Co, Turn N Shave, or newer higher-end synthetics, the Yaqi knot feels very pokey and was slightly unpleasant during the shave.

Well, here we go with the first non-bathroom shave of LG. I found the kitchen to be much easier than last years outdoor shave. It was actually nice to sit at the island for the shave. I used a portable makeup mirror, which sufficed but wasn't easy. After 4 years of Lather Games shenanigans, the wife wasn't that shocked or upset thankfully.

**[July 09, 2023](https://imgur.com/G3GMmqh)**
* **Brush:** Yaqi Moka Express 24mm Mew Brown Synthetic #FAUXFUR
* **Razor:** Razorock Hawk V2 Aluminum
* **Blade:** Schick Proline (AC)
* **Lather:** Ariana & Evans - Cafe au Lait - Soap
* **Post Shave:** Ariana & Evans - Cafe au Lait - Aftershave
* **Fragrance:** Noble Otter - Monarch - EdP

I already had a hunch, but today's use confirmed I need to get rid of this set. While the scent is a very pleasant coffee, the soap and aftershave make my face tingle. I paired this with Monarch due to it's coffee note. I also used the Yaqi Moka Express for today's shave. It is in the shape of the famed Bialetti Moka Pot and coffee colored handle. This Yaqi handle, featuring a mew brown synthetic knot was the first upgrade I made from my Maggard starter brush. Going back now after using AP Shave Co, Turn N Shave, or newer higher-end synthetics, the Yaqi knot feels very pokey and was slightly unpleasant during the shave.

Well, here we go with the first non-bathroom shave of LG. I found the kitchen to be much easier than last years outdoor shave. It was actually nice to sit at the island for the shave. I used a portable makeup mirror, which sufficed but wasn't easy. After 4 years of Lather Games shenanigans, the wife wasn't that shocked or upset thankfully.