Ariana & Evans Talc & Lavender Shaving Cream 157ml
A foundational asset for the operative valuing classical refinement and olfactory clarity. Talc & Lavender constructs its identity around two essential historical grooming elements—the soft, powdery comfort of talcum and the calming, herbaceous depth of true lavender.
Fragrance Profile
Top & Heart Notes: French lavender and carefully selected lavender essential oils form the fragrance's backbone, delivering a clean, herbaceous character of considerable depth. Talcum powder provides the composition's distinctive powdery, soft-skinned character—a subtle olfactory reference to classical barbershop protocol.
Base & Recovery Notes: A subtle almond note introduces warmth and roundness, whilst tolu balsam adds refined resinous depth, providing a rounder, brighter tone that prevents the lavender from becoming austere or monochromatic.
Performance & Base
The K2E (Kokum to Emu) base delivers exceptional slickness and substantial cushion throughout the operational requirement. This tallow-based formula generates a dense, creamy lather with excellent protection and glide, ensuring reliable performance regardless of beard density or skin sensitivity. Kokum butter, shea butter and emu oil optimise both immediate lather quality and post-shave skin conditioning.
Recovery
Post-shave, skin is left significantly conditioned and comfortable. The K2E base's constellation of nourishing ingredients—including hyaluronic acid, avocado oil and castor oil—delivers lasting hydration and barrier repair. The fragrance's modest sillage ensures pleasant olfactory presence without aggressive projection, making this asset suitable for daily operational use.
Technical Specifications
Weight: 157ml / 157g. Volume: 5.3 oz. Tallow-based K2E formula.
Complete The Protocol
The Talc & Lavender system extends beyond the blade. Conclude the operational cycle with the matching Ariana & Evans Talc & Lavender Aftershave Splash 100ml — formulated to maintain olfactory continuity through recovery and beyond. One scent, one signature, from first lather to final finish.
The Brand: Ariana & Evans
Based in New Jersey and founded by Paul Evans, Ariana & Evans represents the apex of American artisan shaving soap craftsmanship. Hand-crafted in small batches, their products are engineered for both olfactory distinction and performance reliability. The brand is particularly noted for their K2E base—universally recognised for exceptional slickness, cushion and post-shave skin conditioning.