Shaving Soap Review A curated article. October 25, 2017 / by Sven Raphael Schneider Most Popular Right Now With the rise of bottled body wash and liquid hand soap, real bar soap seems to be going the way of the DoDo. That’s a shame because the only real difference between bar soap and liquid soap is water, some added stabilizers and chemicals, and a bit of extra convenience. Shaving soap is a prime example of a classic men’s grooming essential that’s been overshadowed by its canned cousins even though the newer product is actually worse than what it attempts to replace! In today’s guide, we’ll share how to find a quality shaving soap, why it’s better than canned gels and foams, how to use it and recommend some of our house favorites. Shaving during World War I Shaving soaps made their first appearance in the 14th century and were the only choice for shaving men until World War I, when shaving creams became widely