Tips for lathering SCS cream

[J Howard]

I got a shipment from Sue this weekend and I love the smell of everything. I love the way the soap lathers, the way the aftershave milk feels, and the way New Spice works it's magic. But the cream is giving me a little trouble. I got the Rose and it smells great but the lather seems to be too airy. It has Way too many air bubbles and doesn't shave as well as the soap. I heard the cream needs more water than most so last night I just started adding water a few tea spoons at a time until I got bubble filled slurry. I got a good lather the first time but it was nowhere near where it should have been from the quality I know Sue provides. Any tips?

[burningdarkness]

My recommendation - don't start with a very wet brush. Start off with a drier brush than normal. Then add water a few drops at a time to a mixing bowl/mug. The lather will start to look really watery and as if you added too much water. Keep adding water after this point. It should start to thicken up. I've got Sue's Rose cream and I can tell you that it will give a great meringue-like lather if you work it right.

The key to figuring out Sue's creams is practice. Take a few more shots at it and let us know what happens.

Best of luck,

[Eagle]

My recommendation - don't start with a very wet brush. Start off with a drier brush than normal. Then add water a few drops at a time to a mixing bowl/mug. The lather will start to look really watery and will look as if you added too much water. Keep adding water after this point. It should start to thicken up. I've got Sue's Rose cream and I can tell you that it will give a great meringue-like lather if you work it right.

The key to figuring out Sue's creams is practice. Take a few more shots at it and let us know what happens.

Best of luck,

Dom is right. I had the same issues. This cream requires more water and more whipping than normal.

[J Howard]

Yeah I did hear that but nobody ever mentioned the bubbles and after I added more water I got a good lather but it was still way too airy.

[scoopster]

Yes, more water, more whipping but I always start with a well shaken brush so I can add water slowly and not miss the sweet spot.

[prewt]

Yes, more water, more whipping but I always start with a well shaken brush so I can add water slowly and not miss the sweet spot.




Sounds crazy but Scoop is right. Spend some time and find the sweet spot with SCS cream.

[Kairtane]

I have a tub of SCS Coconut Oil that has been sitting in the back of my cabinet since the week it arrived. I'd used it twice and failed to find the rich, thick lather so many people here have described. After reading this thread last night, I went to The DenTM to give it another try.



My recommendation - don't start with a very wet brush. Start off with a drier brush than normal. Then add water a few drops at a time to a mixing bowl/mug. The lather will start to look really watery and as if you added too much water. Keep adding water after this point. It should start to thicken up. I've got Sue's Rose cream and I can tell you that it will give a great meringue-like lather if you work it right.


This advice is spot on! DO NOT give up when this looks like soup, it WILL get better. I'll be having a shave with it later this morning and will report back.

Post shave edit: I was once again able to make lots of lather. It's still a bit thinner than I'd like, but it was promising enough that I'll be moving it into regular rotation.

[metzmo]

I find that I need 3/4 tsp to 1 tsp of cream to get the best results. Also, I break up the cream a little bit with the residual water that is left in the shave bowl after I drain it. I do this with a spreader like you would use with cream cheese. It helps give the cream a bit of a head start when you start to whip it. I whip and add water slowly a 1/4 tsp at a time. Be sure to give the cream a good whip between additions of water. As I get close to the proper consistency I give the brush a good sqeeze and whip again. Once you hit the sweet spot don't be surprised if you have to add a little (1/4 tsp) of water at least once between passes. If you don't it will appear that the cream is breaking down. A little water brings it right back. Finally, SCS cream will not usually give you billowy gobs of lather. If you want that much volume you will get a thin, wet result because of the addition of too much water. The lather you should get is thick, rich and lubricating but not heavy on the face. Check it by feeling it with your fingers. I personally like this type of lather as I don't feel like I have to keep rinsing the blade constantly. The cream is slick enough that a real heavy cream is not necessary. Be careful with excess water. I think Kyle's review suggesting more and more water has created more problems with the lathering of this cream than a solution.

[Howard Newell]

I'll actually get my palm wet and lather on that; the creams don't seem to want to lather in my mug, but I've found this works pretty well for me.

[redbike]

I have several SCS creams and find that it's best to use them on the weekend vs. a workday when I'm usually in a hurry. These creams take more time than others to whip up, and I find it difficult to lather them on my face, which I easily can with Taylor's & T&H creams. But once you get them properly whipped they are very nice and well worth the effort.

Good luck,

jim

[TstebinsB]

I know a lot of people have trouble with SCS creams and shy away from using them but I think it's a little overblown. Her creams have a different consistency so the usual routine you use with other creams won't work but as soon as you get it down, you'll realize that they are fantastic. I don't normally use creams but I'll be getting a few of her scents this week. The Coconut Oil and Parma Violet are remarkable. :thumbup: :w00t:

[prewt]

i like just about everything I have tried from her and her discontinued Sandalwood / Rose is amazing. i was lucky enough to only get two tubs tho. :crying: