This shaving soap can do more than just shave, because it contains activated charcoal, which not only gives it its dark color, but also ensures gentle and thorough cleansing of the facial skin. Due to its porous surface, activated charcoal is able to bind and remove dirt particles and sebum, which is particularly beneficial for oily and blemish-prone skin. As it is free from perfumes and fragrances, it is also suitable for sensitive skin. Made from certified palm oil, the superfatted shaving soap (pH value 10.5) has the qualities you are used to from Klar: It develops an exceptionally fine, creamy lather, has a high swelling effect and thus enables a deep, gentle and careful shave. It is produced at the company headquarters in Heidelberg.

At a prosperous time for the old trading city Heidelberg, in 1840, Philipp Klar opened a soap works and store in the city centre at a “Hauptstrasse” address. This address became the cornerstone of a soap tradition which is now in the fifth generation. “At Klar’s”, as the employees fondly refer to the company these days, the best raw materials are processed, with the proven procedures and recipes which have been handed down. The result is soap of indisputable quality, without dyes or preservatives.

Lather from soaps or shaving creams dissolves the outer fat layer of the beard hairs so that they can absorb water and swell. The skin swells in contact with the water as well, and thereby the whiskers stand upright and ready for shaving. However, only an alkaline (and not pH-neutral) creamy lather ensures a good swelling effect and a deep, smooth and gentle shave. Such a lather allows the blade to glide more easily over the skin. Place a warm, moist towel on the skin for a few minutes before shaving and enjoy how this supports the desired effect. After shaving, please carefully remove all soap residues from the skin and the shaving brush with lukewarm water. Subsequently, the skin benefits from a well-astringent and neutralizing aftershave lotion, for example, one from Klar.