Castle Forbes 1445 Shaving Cream 200ml

Protocol established: 1445 is the year the Forbes clan received its charter from the Scottish Crown. This designation now marks one of the most accomplished shaving instruments ever fashioned in the Private Perfumery at Castle Forbes estate.

Fragrance Profile

A sophisticated aromatic fougère—this is no simplistic single-note affair. Top notes deliver sharp petitgrain and lemon; the heart settles into tarragon and lavender; the base anchors with vetiver, cloves, and patchouli. The result resembles a fine men's cologne, complex and measured, with the fragrance moderately persistent when lathered but considerably more pronounced in the companion aftershave.

Performance

Exceptional. Only a minimal amount of cream is required—hydrate generously with water to produce a rich, creamy yet precisely fine lather of remarkable density. The cushion is substantial; the lubrication outstanding. This performs a superbly close shave whilst protecting and soothing the face throughout. The glycerine-rich formulation ensures both efficacy and skin conditioning in a single operation.

Technical Specifications

200ml tub. A modest quantity yields months of operational use.

Complete The Protocol

Extend the 1445 operational signature beyond the shave with the matching Castle Forbes Aftershave Balm 1445 150ml — formulated to carry the fragrance through recovery. Open the protocol with the Castle Forbes Pre-Shave Gel 150ml for optimal blade performance and skin preparation. A complete Scottish system.

The Brand: Castle Forbes

Castle Forbes occupies the 6,000-acre estate of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Since 1996, Lady Forbes has collaborated with master fragrance composer Andrew French to establish an exquisite range crafted entirely from pure essential oils. Small-batch production in the Private Perfumery at the castle ensures standards befitting an asset of this calibre.