November 28th, 2025

  • Brush: Maggard Razors 24mm Synthetic
  • Razor: Gillette Red Tip Super Speed
  • Blade: Astra Superior Platinum SP (1)
  • Lather: Summer Break Soaps - Woodshop - Soap
  • Post Shave: Summer Break Soaps - Woodshop - Aftershave
  • Post Shave: Nivea - Sensitive - Balm

Astra SP are very popular, but historically they haven’t appealed to me for various reasons. I haven’t used one in a while so decided to see if I was missing anything. They’re fine… but I’m not missing anything.

The soap base from Summer Break Soaps is incredible! Woodshop is a wonderful, warm scent.