The Martin de Candre soap base is widely revered for both performance and longevity. Although each jar is typically 2–4× the price of an average shaving soap, it delivers substantially more shaves, thanks in part to the dense base produced by the Marseille hot-process saponification method, a tradition dating to the 17th century. The formula is deliberately spare, about twelve ingredients, centered on coconut and olive oils, yet the lather is exceptionally rich and dense, with class-leading cushion, strong stability, and excellent slickness. While not inexpensive, MdC consistently justifies its premium by elevating the daily shave into a luxury experience, making it a staple for discerning wet shavers.