Enigma Machine CUBE 2.0 Preshave Soap | Contains Rose Clay, Prickly Pear, Jojoba Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Aloe & More! | Seasonal

This was the Official Scent of The Big Shave West 2 so many years back and a tip of the hat to the Original Sex Wax, which was a most memorable Strawberry. That's right folks, the OG Sex Wax was not coconut, but strawberry! Mind you this was a "tip of the hat" not a scent homage. I did my best to mimic that rather "bitch'n" strawberry and stuck it in at the top of the scent profile. Then there was the Dr. Zogg's label design idea I also had to use. I figured at least one person would "get it". After the event I shelved the scent only to bring it back a short while later as, Enigma Machine!

I swear, I was originally just going for good old fashioned sun and summer fun...but things took a rather sophisticated turn. Fans of Oud looking for something of this vein with a unique twist will love this blend! Inviting and Mysterious all at once! An "angel in white and the daughter of the devil himself" to paraphrase Don Henley. This is Enigma Machine!

CUBE 2.0?

CUBE - 8 ounces and 6 sides of solid otherworldliness. CUBE is not your everyday preshave. CUBE takes your shave to another dimension adding extra protection, hydration, slickness and glide. A powerhouse of slick with a kick of Banana Oil! 

 Why is Preshave Soap BETTER Than Preshave Oil?

Well first off, as with anything in life, it all comes down to personal preference. I can tell you why I think it's better, but in the end, do what works for you! First off, unlike using oil, a Preshave Soap will not gunk up your gear and rinses away easy.

I was seriously turned off by all the clean up involved when using oils. Plus I was always concerned about it getting into my favorite brushes undetected and going rancid. Also, applying oil with your hands then holding onto a blade is not the safest move in my book. [That said, if you currently use an oil, apply it with your non-shaver hand!] In short, Preshave Oils inspired me to find a better way!

Why a Preshave Soap is More Effective.

A preshave soap really offers more bang for your buck; for one, it's more affordable and longer lasting. Use it first to clean the face before you shave, then rinse. Then reapply the soap prior to whipping up lather: First in a circular motion, then against the grain. The soap gets under the hairs, slightly propping them up, giving the blade more surface area to "bite" on to. The glycerin acts as a humectant pulling more water into the hair, prepping and softening it, thus making it a bigger target to mow down!

CUBE?

The release of CUBE has been a long time coming. For those who are privy to the PAA Universe, you may have seen CUBE hovering in the background on different labels and in ads...observing. I have read a few interpretations by folks in the forums who have noticed CUBE's appearances and have been flummoxed. What Does it Mean? [I super appreciate that folks are becoming more hip to the universe in our labels!]

What Strange Shave Tech is This?

It's great to finally bring CUBE to life for people to interface with! Holding it in your hand you can almost feel a force, an energy pulsating, drawing you in. However, all I can say at this time is, all shall be revealed in a future installment of the saga. Until then, embrace the mystery of CUBE and use it wisely!

 8 oz [227 grams] Cube - Wrapped in biodegradable Plastic

Purified Water, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Stearate, Soybean Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Prickly Pear Oil, Jojoba Wax, Cupuacu Butter, Murumuru Butter, Bacuri Butter, Organic Aloe Vera Leaf Extract Menthol Crystals (If Mentholated), Vitamin E, Mica, Rose Clay and Fragrance