Shaving Soap WSP Formula T (Mahogany) 4 Oz Made with Shea Butter & Tallow

I originally ordered Mahogany however recieved Tobacco. I messaged WSP and they promptly shipped out the correct order at no extra charge. Perhaps this was more on purpose then by accident because the Tobacco scent is incredible. I'll review them both here.The Mahogany is a hard soap and the scent is light and subtle as most Mahogany scents seem to be, very pleasant, I like it. The lather however is what makes this soap. It produces a rich creamy full lather, the best of all the soaps I have. It allows your razor to glide over your face for a nice close shave and leaves your face smooth and soft with minimal suds. This is currently my favorite soap to shave with.Tobacco... WOW! What an amazing scent, of all my soaps this scent is by far my favorite. A powerful masculine sweet tobacco. However I am conflicted because unlike the Mahogany, this is a soft creamy soap that I find easier to scoop a little out and and swirl around my shave bowl to use. I'm not a fan of creamy shave soaps. This however works better then others I have used, not as good as the solid Mahogany though. I will continue to buy this as long as they make it cause I love the scent.So far the pros of each soap outweigh the cons and I look forward to trying more from WSP in the future.

Formula T is one of the best artisan soaps out there. Mahogany is a great scent. Grab the matching aftershave to complete the experience. It is more than just a burn and the scent stays with you all day. My only complaint is the size of the container is too small. Wish it was closer to the size of B&M or the like. As it is my Stirling 24 mm bulb finest badger knot just slops over the sides.

This soap is incredibly easy to load and lather, with a scent that is spicey and bold without being obnoxious or over bearing. The tallow formula makes a nice thick creamy lather that is slick enough for straight razor shaving.I have several scents from this artisan and think Blackbeard is one of the better bold scents and Mohagany is a perfect daily use scent. The Gaelic Tweed is incredible. Hard to say anything but good things about this soap.

I purchased this product based on the company’s reputation, the description of the scent, the ingredients, particularly the tallow, and to a lesser extend other reviewers perspectives, since these are typically subjective and affected by skin type, hair type, environmental conditions (i.e., water hardness, prep-work), time between shaves, tools (razor/blades, brushes), and others. I am new to wet shaving; this review is based on using a Merkur progressive (which I love), setting 3, the Sandalwood TOBS (which I also love), and the Personna DE Blue Razor blades (which compared to Merkur blades, these are outstanding!!).I must say that I truly enjoy the smell of lavender and wood-type scents, i.e., cedar, sandalwood, and now the mahogany (formula-T) from the WSP product line. My review is based on comparing the performance of the Formula-T against sandalwood TOBS, although two different types of soaps, one being a cream and the other an actual harder soap, it is all about expectations and the subjective components of smell and feel.TOBS creates an incredible amount of slick lather quickly, Formula T is water thirsty and requires more work to obtain the same amount of lather using a badger brush (Perfecto brand 100% Pure Badger).Although the scents between TOBS sandalwood and WSP Mahogany are completely different, I enjoy both fragrances equally. The mahogany scent is complex having woodsy-cedar, almond-like undertones that linger for some time, but not overwhelmingly so…I truly enjoy the scent of this soap.The lather of TOBS, in my opinion, last much longer, it is thicker (cushiony) and slicker to the feel. It also requires less water and effort to form; the peaks are solid and well rounded. The WSP lacks the consistency (thick/high peaks, cushion); it requires more water, and considerable more effort to develop, particularly when using a boar bristle brush (Semoge 1305). Once developed, the lather dissipates rather quickly and it is not as slick or cushiony making the razor skip or somewhat “jump” areas on your face. The first time I used WSP, I used a badger brush, I loaded enough to make 3 passes, however, when using the bristle brush the second time shaving, I guess I “misjudge” the amount of soap because, I unfortunately had to put my shaving routine on-hold to make a second batch in order to make the third pass. Another negative I found with Formula-T is that even if you perform one small stroke or pass without the full protection of the soap (as I done with TOBS to test slickness and protection), it is not something I would attempt again with the WSP, you can immediately tell no protection is left behind following an initial razor pass. I found that having the Progress at setting 3 (and new blade) causes more irritation with the Formula-T than when using TOBS under the same conditions.In concluding, I rate WSP Formula-T 3-stars. Formula-T Mahogany has a unique and very enticing scent, one I would truly love for other soap makers to imitate. The lack of slickness makes it less than ideal for someone with sensitive skin, since sensitive skin individuals will feel the razor dragging and skipping actions causing irritation and possible mishaps. The lather thickness is also lacking, but again, this factor was only when comparing it to one other soap. WSP behaves and performs much better with a badger than a bristle brush. It appears that more soap product is required to make the same amount of lather as the TOBS. Delivery was prompt; the bottom of the tin can was somewhat dented upon arrival, but nothing to affect the integrity of the product. The can was filled to the top, not leaving any room to maneuver the brush, but this is insignificant, considering I use a separate bowl to prepare the lather. I am sure that my not so ideal experience with this soap is limited or hindered by my "inexperience" in wet shaving and not fully developed shaving techniques…I believe it would be fair as I continue to use this product and I continue to work through the learning curve to experience improved performance. I will update this review at a later date to rectify my rating appropriately.

I received my delivery last night and couldn't wait to shave. So far I'm not impressed. It gave a great foamy lather but was not as slick as the clubman pinaud I've been using. Razor was skipping around instead of gliding.*** Update. Glad I didn't give up on this one. I've discovered that letting this bloom before using it is a must! now that I'm doing that it's very slick. And I love the scent (Mahogany).

Wonderful soap. I have tried nearly all their Formula T soaps and they all perform exceptionally. New to the Mahogany scent, I really like it. Hard to say exactly what the scent is, you just have to try it and see. It is really great! First time I got such a dented up can though. I guess when you ship things pony express you have to expect a few bruises.

It just can't get any better at a price that's affordable. Has properties of a much more expensive product. If you shave a heavy hard beard as I do...this is your product. For those young Shavers I understand the price is of concern possably. BUT...this lathers up fast allowing the blade to be on a cushion protecting a sensitive face. For us "older" treat yourself and you won't be disappointed. In conclusion....JUST BUY IT !!!

Great stuff. I used the same scent in the other formula for the last year. Changed to the tallow base, and had one of the best shaves of my life, without even dropping in a new blade. I'm really impressed, and will definitely order again!