USA · 1 soaps, 1 aftershaves
Talent Soap Factory is a Greenville, South Carolina–based artisan brand selling on Etsy since 2022. Led by its principal maker, Aaron (surname not publicly disclosed), the company offers a broad catalogue of distinctive, original fragrances across shaving soaps and aftershaves. Its soaps are produced in two bases—a vegan mango-butter formulation and a duck-fat (tallow) base—and the workshop is also noted for meticulously restored vintage shaving brushes.
Mango Butter · Vegan
The Mango Butter base produces a lather with exemplary density and cushion, which is likely due to the high concentration and blending of both Pottassium Stearate and Sodium Stearate, with Sodium Stearate being less soluable and providing a firmer, longer-lasting structure. Mango Butter plays an essential role: rich in Stearic and Oleic acid, it adds plushness, which is further densified by Castor Oil, while Glycerin aids in hydration. Lastly, Avocado Oil, which is rich in emolients, softens the feel and aids in moisturization. The result is a lather which is heavy, thick, with good glide and strong stability, that provides superior protection and a well-hydrated post-shave feel.