Le Père Lucien Cedar & Patchouli Shaving Soap 200g

The Deep Woods Briefing: Cedar & Patchouli Protocol

Some operations demand a more assertive profile. Le Père Lucien's Cedar & Patchouli delivers precisely that—a carefully balanced composition of peppery woody notes and earthy undertones. Essential oils are measured with surgical precision to yield a fragrance both commanding and refined, masculine without apology, sophisticated without pretence.

Fragrance Profile

• Top Notes: Bright peppery spice, green herbaceous opening
• Heart Notes: Cedarwood absolute delivering dry woody warmth, patchouli contributing earthy depth and subtle pepper
• Base Notes: Sustained peppery character, grounding earth element providing lasting presence

The composition strikes that rare balance: distinctive character without demanding excessive attention. A fragrance for the operative who knows his own mind.

Performance & Technical Specifications

A premium tallow base—naturally sur-greased with vegetable oils for enhanced softening and conditioning. The formulation yields exceptional lather quality, remarkable slickness, and notable protective cushioning. This particular protocol is formulated to be fully vegan, employing no animal-derived ingredients save the tallow base itself, which delivers uncompromising performance.

• Size: 200g in stainless steel tub
• Lather Quality: Thick, protective, enduring through extended engagement
• Slickness: Outstanding—minimal water required for optimal protective coverage
• Post-Shave Effect: Notably conditioning and soothing; the vegetable oil sur-graisse hydrates and softens the dermal barrier
• Key Ingredients: Cedar essential oil, patchouli, vegetable glycerine, shea butter

Complete The Protocol

Conclude the shaving operation with the Le Père Lucien Artisan Aftershave Lotion 100ml — a hand-crafted aftershave formulated to complement the Le Père Lucien soap range. The same artisan character, carried through recovery.

The Brand: Le Père Lucien

Le Père Lucien represents the apogee of French artisanal shaving soap manufacture. Established in France, each soap is hand-formulated and presented in reinforced packaging. The house employs only traditional techniques refined over generations—no industrial shortcuts, no synthetic substitutes. The brand name itself—"The Father Lucien"—evokes the wise barber passing down his craft to those who comprehend its significance. Highly regarded throughout the international wet-shaving community.