Agua Dulce CUBE 2.0 Preshave Soap | Familiar, Mysterious & Undeniably Refreshing!
For Fans of Florida Water, This One’s for You
Scent Notes: Orange, Neroli, Lemon, Clove, Lavender, Woody
Find The Agua Dulce Collection HERE!
There are countless interpretations of Florida Water, much like Bay Rum or Sandalwood, each maker with their own spin. But when most folks hear the name, they picture that unmistakable bottle from Murray & Lanman. That’s the one we’re riffing on today.
Agua Dulce (Spanish for sweet water) pays homage to the mythic roots of Florida Water, namely, the legendary Fountain of Youth. This fragrance blends Old World refinement with the raw, bright energy of the New World. Like the fabled waters it references, Agua Dulce is meant to rejuvenate and refresh, morning to night.
Florida Water has always carried a strange, nostalgic charm. Maybe you remember a glass bottle on a grandparent’s dresser, ever-present, rarely used. The cryptic label. A scent you instantly recognize, even if you never really studied it. That’s how I remember it too.
And like any good myth, everyone remembers it a little differently. Some catch orange blossoms. Others swear they smell Coca-Cola, Juicy Fruit, or cracked pepper.
A Splash of American History
Florida Water is a fragrance that is part of the American story. In the 19th century, perfumery was still considered a luxury, mostly worn by European aristocrats. In the young United States, fragrances were rare and typically reserved for the very wealthy.
But Florida Water was different. Light, bright, and accessible, it quickly became a staple, especially in the humid South and out on the Western frontier. Picture settlers in covered wagons, leaving behind Missouri, Virginia, or Pennsylvania, bringing along a cherished bottle to help them stay fresh on the dusty trails of Arizona, Texas, or New Mexico.
A practical luxury for both men and women, it was the kind of cologne you'd splash on to cool off, cut through the summer heat, and feel just a little more human.
Agua Dulce channels that legacy, familiar, mysterious, and undeniably refreshing.
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!
Approximately 8 oz [227 grams] Cube - Wrapped in biodegradable Plastic
Purified Water, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Stearate, Rose Clay, Soybean Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Prickly Pear Oil, Jojoba Wax, Cupuacu Butter, Murumuru Butter, Bacuri Butter, Organic Aloe Vera Leaf Extract, Vitamin E, Mica, Essential Oils & Fragrance