Shaving Soap

Shaving soap is the traditional lather format for wet shaving, usually loaded with a shaving brush and worked either on the face, in the hand or in a shaving bowl or mug. It suits customers who want a firmer, long-lasting alternative to shaving cream.

Compare classic and modern options including Tabac Original Shaving Soap Stick Refill, Proraso Red Shaving Soap Bowl, Cella Shave Soap 1000g Brick, Captain Fawcett Luxurious Shaving Soap Refill and Parker Sandalwood Shaving Soap.

About Shaving Soap

Traditional Shaving Soap

Shaving soap is a traditional wet shaving product that normally needs water and a shaving brush to create lather. It can be used from a bowl, puck, stick or refill depending on the product.

Bowls, Refills and Large Formats

Choose Proraso Green Shaving Soap Bowl for a ready-to-load bowl format, Captain Fawcett Luxurious Shaving Soap Refill for a replacement puck, or Cella Shave Soap 1000g Brick for a large professional-style format.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a brush with shaving soap?

Yes, for most traditional shaving soaps. A shaving brush helps load the soap, mix in water and build a usable lather.

What is the difference between a shaving soap bowl and refill?

A bowl soap comes in its own container. A refill is designed to replace the soap inside a suitable bowl or dish, so check the size and format before buying.

Is shaving soap better value than shaving cream?

It can be, because a hard soap often lasts a long time. Shaving cream may be quicker to lather, so the better choice depends on convenience, texture and scent preference.

Let customers speak for us

from 387 reviews

Pleased i found these for my dad

Esther
Tabac Original Shaving Soap Stick REFILL 100g
Tabac Original Shaving Soap Stick REFILL 100g
Excellent

Quick delivery

NADIM
Osma Alum Block 75g
Osma Alum Block 75g
Best shaving cream

Taylor of Old Bond Street is a wonderful shaving cream and I highly recommend to all.

William T.
Feather Hi-Stainless Double Edge Razor Blades
Feather Hi-Stainless Double Edge Razor Blades
Amazing shaving cream

Simpson Bay Rum shaving cream has got a very delicate but elegant scent, not too overpowering but very pleasant throughout the shave. The cream lathers easily and it's very slick, the razor will glide effortlessly. Post shave is very good, my skin was left soft and elastic even before applying the post shave balm. Definitely recommended!

Marco C.
Alexander Simpson Est. 1919 Bay Rum Ultra-Glide Shave Cream
Alexander Simpson Est. 1919 Bay Rum Ultra-Glide Shave Cream
Excellent razor

After several years my old razor stopped aligning the blade correctly. This razor is a much better design, easier to clean, and a very smooth shave.

Mr A.D.
Merkur 34C Matt Chrome Safety Razor
Merkur 34C Matt Chrome Safety Razor
Excellent as expected

I have the Muhle R89 standard, however I wanted I wanted to improve on it for two main reasons, a longer handle and having a two rather than three piece head, whilst retaining the R89 head. The R89 'twist' was just what I needed and it most definitely works for.
Highly recommended well done male grooming for rapid dispatch

Barry K.
Muhle R89 Twist Closed Comb Safety Razor
Muhle R89 Twist Closed Comb Safety Razor
great shaving cream

salter shaving creams never dissapoint, performance is great and aftershave feel fantastic.

the vetiver fragrance is a very dark earthy fragrance if you like vetiver this is for you

cannot fault this cream only wish they did matching splashes or balms

Anonymous
Cyril R. Salter French Vetiver Shaving Cream 200ml
Cyril R. Salter French Vetiver Shaving Cream 200ml
Great value for money

I’ve used these with the Henson AL13 and they seem to work very well! I suspect I may never have to buy any more razor blades for the rest of my life…!

Tom
Henson RK Shaving Stainless DE Razor Blades - 100 Pack
Henson RK Shaving Stainless DE Razor Blades - 100 Pack
Absolutely a masterpiece

I've used a few regular safety razors before, but I've never had a shave this smooth and clean. I finally tried this bad boy with an open comb, and it has been a total game-changer! Yes, you need a good technique, but the results are absolutely remarkable.

Maciej T.
Muhle R41 Grande Open Comb Safety Razor
Muhle R41 Grande Open Comb Safety Razor
I liked the scent.

It also has excellent moisturizing effects.

HIROSHI S.
Proraso Red After Shave Balm 100ml
Proraso Red After Shave Balm 100ml
A Fine Knot of Bristles

I've moved from badger to boar due to using soaps instead of creams. The boar bristles are stiffer and better suited to soaps. This lathers up well and softens the beard ready to shave.

Steve B.
Alexander Simpson 'Barbican' Boar Bristle Shaving Brush
Alexander Simpson 'Barbican' Boar Bristle Shaving Brush
Tabac

Excellent product - so pleased someone is still selling it

David T.
Tabac Original Shaving Soap Stick REFILL 100g
Tabac Original Shaving Soap Stick REFILL 100g
The perfect end to my shave

Nothing else to add

Jim S.
Cella Organic After Shave Balm 100ml
Cella Organic After Shave Balm 100ml
Harris quality and fine scents

Typical Harris quality, with a dense and lasting lather featuring their signature, natural scents. Being triple-milled soaps, they’re long lasting, too. In addition, the contoured oval shape makes them comfortable in the hand. Highly recommended. Great service and fast delivery from MGS as usual.

Mike B.
D.R. Harris Windsor, Arlington and Sandalwood Bath Soap Trio 150g
D.R. Harris Windsor, Arlington and Sandalwood Bath Soap Trio 150g

Great performance. Little goes a long way

Great scent

Ian
D.R. Harris Almond Shaving Cream 75g
D.R. Harris Almond Shaving Cream 75g