{"product_id":"martin-de-candre-absinthe-shaving-soap-200g","title":"Martin de Candre Absinthe Shaving Soap 200g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Absinthe presents as an encrypted signal—fresh, cool, herbaceous, with distinctive aniseed character. Inspired by the green spirit of la belle époque, this Martin de Candre asset delivers the traditional French excellence in the full 200g format, commanding an extended operational period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFragrance Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe composition opens with the aniseed freshness of star anise, fennel, and green anise. Green and invigorating notes—slightly lemony with undertones of hyssope and lemon balm—provide clarity and brightness. The heart reveals the distinctive spiced character of anise. The overall effect suggests the herbal complexity of absinthe itself: fresh, slightly minty, with a delicate bitterness that recalls the classic elixir. The fragrance is neither sweet nor overly herbaceous—refined and controlled throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Vegetable Oil Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFormulated from 100% vegetable oils (coconut and olive) through traditional saponification, this soap yields a dense, creamy lather with exceptional cushion and slickness. The formula requires minimal brush loading to produce copious, stable lather that protects throughout the shave. The performance remains consistent whether deployed in temperate conditions or more challenging operational terrain, delivering superior glide and comfort regardless of circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e200g ceramic bowl with screw-top lid. INCI: formulated through traditional vegetable oil saponification with natural essential oils including star anise, fennel, green anise, hyssope, and lemon balm. Made in France. A 200g pot yields 12+ months of daily shaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIntelligence First\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew to the Absinthe formula? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/martin-de-candre-absinthe-shaving-soap-50g\"\u003eMartin de Candre Absinthe Shaving Soap 50g\u003c\/a\u003e serves as a field assessment unit — sized for thorough evaluation before committing to the full 200g reserve. Pair either format with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/martin-de-candre-chamomilla-and-lemon-pre-shave-oil-preshave-45ml\"\u003eMartin de Candre Pre-Shave Oil Copra Chamomilla Lemon 45ml\u003c\/a\u003e to optimise blade performance and lather efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Brand: Martin de Candre\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1974, Martin de Candre of Fontevraud has crafted soaps of legendary quality using handmade, small-batch methods. The Absinthe marks their 2024 anniversary celebration, capturing the herbaceous heritage of the spirit whilst maintaining the brand's unwavering commitment to natural essential oils, vegetable-based formulation, and exacting performance standards demanded by the international wet-shaving community.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin de Candre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53614827143495,"sku":"MDC-SS-ABSI-200","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/0361\/9143\/files\/martin-de-candre-absinthe-shaving-soap-200g-1.png?v=1775336512","url":"https:\/\/agentshave.co.uk\/products\/martin-de-candre-absinthe-shaving-soap-200g","provider":"Agent Shave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}