Shaving Cream and Aftershave Balms with Essential Oils

At Plowden & Fallow, our shaving creams and aftershave balms combine traditional grooming rituals with carefully selected essential oils. These natural aromatic oils help create a pleasant, light post-shave scent while enhancing the overall shaving experience.

What Are Essential Oils?

Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts derived from flowers, leaves, bark, roots, fruits and other botanicals. They are valued for their distinctive aromas and have been used for centuries in perfumery, grooming and aromatherapy.

In Plowden & Fallow shaving products, essential oils are used to provide refined natural fragrance across our shaving creams and aftershave balms.

How Are Essential Oils Extracted?

Different plants require different extraction methods. Some of the most common essential oil extraction techniques include:

Steam Distillation

Steam is passed through plant material, causing the essential oil to evaporate. The steam and oil are then cooled and separated. This method is commonly used for flowers, leaves and herbs.

Cold Press Extraction

Cold pressing is often used for citrus fruits such as orange, lemon and grapefruit. The peel is pressed mechanically to release the aromatic oil without heat.

Solvent Extraction

Solvent extraction is used for delicate botanicals that may not withstand heat. The plant material is treated with a solvent to capture its aromatic compounds.

CO2 Extraction

CO2 extraction uses carbon dioxide under pressure to draw aromatic compounds from plant material. This method can produce extracts that closely resemble the natural scent of the plant.

Enfleurage

Enfleurage is a traditional method used for delicate flowers. Fragrant compounds are absorbed into fat or oil before being separated for use in perfumery.

Essential Oils in Plowden & Fallow Shaving Products

Our shaving creams and aftershave balms are crafted to offer a refined grooming experience, with essential oils contributing to their natural scent profiles. Whether used in a rich lather or applied after shaving, these oils help create a more enjoyable ritual.

Explore our shaving creams and aftershave balms, including A Close Shave Shaving Cream.

Yours faithfully,
Plowden & Fallow Customer Services.