Chasing the Dragon Shaving Soap (Ultima)
(NOW IN ULTIMA)
Experience the Jade Land of China during the roaring 20s. Embrace the thrill and adventure of this era, filled with warlords, mystery, and turbulent times. European thrill-seekers and American gunrunners flock to this land, drawn in by gilded strongmen and the promise of vices galore. In every back alley, emperors deal in dollars and secrets are shared through loosened tongues. Dare to join the chase and see what treasures await in the depths of this captivating land.
The bold scent of the Orient; a fusion of star anise, pepper, and enigmatic resins wafts confidently through the atmosphere, reminiscent of a sacred incense that never ceases to burn. Rooms aglow with flickering candles, saturated with the earthy aroma of cedar wood and sandalwood, beckon with irresistible charm. Some boast elaborately detailed dragon pipes filled with local indulgences, while others pour glasses of bourbon; a familiar flavor in a foreign land. These exotic women, veiled in layers of jasmine, rose, and alluring vanilla, cast a spell on the minds of daring adventurers. Intoxication reigns supreme, every sense captivated by the enchanting secrets of The Middle Kingdom. In the end, some will stay true to their purpose, while others will succumb to the irresistible temptation.
Notes: Star anise, black tea, pepper, jasmine, oud, rose, cedarwood, sandalwood, 'mysterious resins' (from Khalifa), choya loban, vanilla and bourbon.
Ingredients: Stearic Acid, Beef Tallow, (Vegetable) Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Potassium Hydroxide, Garcinia Indica Seed (Kokum) Butter, Theobroma Cacao Seed (Cocoa) Butter, Aqua (Water), Beer, Sodium Hydroxide, Shorea Robusta Seed Butter, Persea Gratissima (avocado) Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum (Cupuacu) Seed Butter, Emu Oil, Mangifera Indica seed (Mango) Butter, Elaeis Guinneensis (Palm Fruit) Oil, Sorbitol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Caprae Lac (Goat Milk) Powder, Olea Europea (Olive) Oil, Sodium Lactate, Xanthan Gum, Agave Americana Leaf Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Silk Amino Acid
If you're looking for the best artisan soap company you've arrived. The Ultima formula is super slick and chasing the dragon has such a unique smell that everyone will let you know it smells wonderful. I got comments all throughout the night using the shaving cream and the aftershave. 10 out of 10.
This soap is straight-up adventure in a tub. Chasing the Dragon brings a wild mix of spice, sweetness, and smoky mystery that somehow works like magic. It's complex but not confusingjust one of those scents you keep sniffing because it keeps shifting. Think incense and a touch of something edgy. Its bold without being too over-the-top.
The lather? Silky smooth. Loads of glide and cushion, so my razor just dances through it without a hitch. And its super forgivingnever tugs, never dries out the skin. Just plush, slick performance that makes the whole shave feel luxurious.
If youre into daring scents that dont play it safe and love a base thats consistent and easy to dial in, Chasing the Dragon is one of those soaps that makes you want to linger a little longer at the sink.
Chasing the Dragon is amazing. The lather? Slick, dense, effortless. The scent? An intoxicating oriental blend that instantly took me back to vintage Opiumdark, mysterious, and seductive. My wife loves it, this is one of those rare soaps that delivers both performance and a truly captivating fragrance. Its staying in my rotation for good
If you want a bold, exotic shaving experience, Chasing the Dragon is it! The scent is a mystical blend of spices and warmth, creating a rich, intoxicating aroma. The Ultima base is phenomenalwhipping up a dense, cushiony lather that offers supreme slickness and protection. My razor glides effortlessly, and post-shave feel is top-tiermy skin stays smooth and hydrated all day. This soap is an absolute game-changer!
Purchased this at the same time I purchased Khalifa. I know that Khalifa gets a ton of (well-earned) praise, but I fully expected for Chasing the Dragon to be the Side B of this record (for those of us old enough to remember 45's). Imagine my surprise when CTD turned out to be side A!
