Martin de Candre Vetyver Shaving Soap 50g

The Vetyver asset deploys dry, earthy character—sophisticated without softness. This 50g travel format channels the complex grassy essence of two vetiver varieties into a fragrance profile of seductive masculinity and understated refinement, suitable for sustained field operations.

Fragrance Profile

A dry, woody composition combining the green notes of Haitian Vetiver with the raw, earthy character of Java Vetiver, both presenting a distinctly smoky facet. The grassy complexity develops through lemongrass and citronella, whilst Ylang Ylang from the Comoros and Palmarosa from Indochina bring subtle floral roundness and spiced warmth. The overall effect suggests the earth after rain—green, complex, and subtly reminiscent of terroir. This is a fragrance for the operative who values complexity over simplicity and appreciates sophisticated aromatic intelligence.

Performance & Vegetable Oil Base

Built on 100% vegetable oils (coconut and olive) through traditional saponification, this soap produces an exceptionally rich, dense lather with outstanding cushion and slickness. Minimal brush loading yields copious, stable lather that remains protective throughout the shave. The compact 50g format suits travel and field deployment whilst maintaining full performance equivalence with standard versions. The formula delivers superior glide and control regardless of operational parameters.

Technical Specifications

50g travel format. INCI: formulated through traditional vegetable oil saponification with haitian vetiver, java vetiver, lemongrass, citronella, ylang ylang, and palmarosa. Made in France. A 50g pot delivers 4–6 weeks of daily shaving.

Field Assessment → Full Deployment

This 50g format is the standard assessment unit — sized for thorough field evaluation of the Vetiver formula. Upon successful review, the Martin de Candre Vetyver Shaving Soap 200g represents the full operational reserve. Pair with the Martin de Candre Pre-Shave Oil Copra Chamomilla Lemon 45ml for optimised performance across any protocol.

The Brand: Martin de Candre

Established in Fontevraud in 1974, Martin de Candre has become the benchmark for handcrafted French shaving soaps. Small-batch production using natural essential oils exclusively and traditional saponification methods ensures that every formulation meets the exacting standards demanded by serious shavers worldwide, regardless of deployment circumstances.