LAXO Artisan Shave Soaps- Bamboo Forest
"We sat opposite each other in a misty bamboo forest early in the morning. Listening to the rustling sound of bamboo leaves like whispers in the breeze, and the chattering sound of bamboo stalks colliding with each other while swaying in the wind. Just simply take a sip of aromatic black tea and enjoy this quiet moment in between us. Let this sweet aftertaste to silently pay a tribute to this tranquil morning in the bamboo forest."
Fragrance
bamboo, bergamot, black tea, aloe vera, cucumber, jasmine, honey, vetiver, amber.
This is a refreshing fragrance with a distinct oriental feel. The top note is the fresh scent of freshly cut bamboo stalks, accompanied by aromatic black tea scent blended with the sweet bergamot. The middle note is moist aloe vera and cucumber, with the elegant jasmine and honey flavor. The base note is vetiver with woody and earthy scents, followed by warm and slightly sweet amber.
Ingredients water, tallow, stearic acid, shea butter, castor oil, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, coconut oil, WS-3(cooling agent), sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, glycerin, vitamin E oil, IFRA certified fragrances.
Allergens
Lilial, benzyl benzoate, citral, citronellol, coumarin, isoeugenol, linalool,d-Limonene, lyral, benzyl salicylate, geraniol, hexyl cinnamaldehyde, hydroxycitronellal
Soap Base
“Refreshing V2”formula is loved many vegan soap users. It can easily produces large amount of creamy foam in just 5 to 10 seconds. If you keep lathering for about 40 seconds, you’ll get thick & bouncy foam performs almost like tallow soap. The smooth soap film provides excellent lubrication and protection for the skin, you can glide the blade back and forth and effortlessly achieve “Baby butt smooth”.
This formula combines multiple benefits from high-quality vegetable oils. Argan oil is rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, which can penetrates deep into the skin providing moisture and improves dry and flaky skin as well. Virgin olive oil contains vitamins C, K and polyphenol compounds has deep moisturizing and antioxidant effects which can fully soften and repairs the skin. Castor oil can triggers the reproduction of collagen and elastin, making the skin smooth and reduce wrinkles. Castor oil is also rich in unsaturated fatty acid like Omega-6 and 9. The combination of these three oils providing multiple soothing effects and healing of shaving wounds. And the anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ability can also significantly relieves skin irritation of scars. Mild and hypoallergenic sweet almond oil and shea butter have excellent moisturizing effects on all skin types. The above oils all have great water retention ability and making skin feels breathable ,refreshing and comfortable. Even when your face is completely dry, the skin condition is still very smooth and tender. This formula also produces long-term oil control ability can greatly improves the skin condition and maintaining freshness and comfort for several hours long.
Important Allergen Notice:
Health Canada requires that certain fragrance allergens be listed on cosmetic products starting April 12, 2026. Because this product is made by an independent artisan, I rely on them to provide complete ingredient and allergen information. The ingredients listed above may not include all fragrance allergens.
If you have a known fragrance allergy, please contact me before purchasing so I can provide the information you need or assist you in contacting the artisan or manufacturer directly.
About the Artisan
In Latin, the word means relax and moderate, just like shaving is a relaxing and enjoyable experience. In this short and ritualistic moment, you can tidy yourself up and face a new day with a happy and confident mood.
Vincent and Beverly are the owners and Artisans behind the LAXO shave soap line by Aura. Vincent is also an avid wet shaver.
"Because I'm a wet shaving enthusiast myself, I'm extremely particular about the performance and experience of every aspect of my shaving soap. We use no cosmetic chemicals or preservatives, relying on our proven natural soapmaking techniques to ensure you can lather your face with confidence. We're always listening to the needs of local wet shaving enthusiasts, and through small-batch production and flexible product planning, we're confident our products are on par with handmade shaving soaps from Europe and the United States."
3.52 oz / 100 gr
LAXO is made by Aura
AURA is a design studio based in Taiwan, founded by designer couple in 2023. Experimenting between aesthetic and experience with minimal design approach
Made in Taiwan