Aurelius
Elysian
Elysian Soaps was created by Shannon Constantine who started out in retail sales selling fragrances for L'Occcitane and Acqua di Parma. All of her scents and soaps are her own formulations where she takes inspiration from historical figures and mythology. Elysian embraces the belief that grooming products should use premium ingredients with beneficial properities and leave a conditioined feel to the skin. Elysian's offering has expanded to include shave soaps, splashes, balms, EDPs, and pre-shave oil.
Scent Description
Aurelius' main accords are citrus and wood, which are gently blended to create a delicate bouquet which is soft, clean and masculine. The juicy and fresh top notes of grapefruit and lemon are given depth with the additions of cassis (blackcurrant) and lily of the valley, and punctuated by an intriguing low-key spiciness from cardamom, saffron, and frankincense. As it dries down, a mellow blend of citrus and wood come to the fore. The scent strength is low, making the overall effect subtle, which is perfect for the gentlemen who exhibits refinement, restraint, and sophistication.
Scent Strength
3
Longevity
6
Scent Family
Fresh
Subtype
Citrus
Suitability
Daytime, Evening, Home, Work, Date Night
Inspiration
Unique
Country of Origin
USA
Menthol
Non-menthol
Companion Products
Splash, Pre-shave, Balm, EDP
Base Description
The Elysian soap base is defined by its premium, and at times, unique ingredients. Soap maker Shannon Constantine brings an educated and experienced eye to her formulation with the clear goal of delivering a base which is both slick and nourishing. The core elements are tallow, shea butter, glycerin, castor oil and coconut oil. Some ingredients not typically found include Kaolin Clay, which improves glide, exfoliates, aids oil absorption and boosts creaminess, and Tussah Silk, which is velvety and improves post-shave feel. A fairly thirsty soap, it produces a creamy lather, with a high degree of structure, which has high density, is extremely slick, strong staiblity, and above average cushion.
Lather Properties
Cushion
7
Density
9
Slickness
9
Stability
Lather Type
8
Creamy
Base Type
Base Name
Tallow
Elysian
Skin Food
Coconut Oil, Castor Oil, Glycerin, Shea Butter, Tussah Silk, Kaolin Clay, Stearic Acid
Top Notes
Grapefruit, Lemon, Cardamom
Heart Notes
Lily of the Valley, Black Currant, Frankincense, Saffron, Papyrus
Base Notes
Sandalwood, Cedar, Hinoki, Castoreum
IIngredients
Distilled Water, Grass Fed Beef Tallow, Stearic Acid, Coconut Oil, Castor Oil, Shea Butter, Glycerin, Kaolin Clay, Tussah Silk, Xanthan Gum, Essential Oil, Fragrance.