Saponificio Varesino pure illipe nut butter pre-shave treatment is designed to fight dryness by maintaining optimal levels of moisture to promote elasticity and skin tone.Designed to be applied and absorbed into the skin overnight prior to shaving the following morning, the butter can also be used immediately before shaving if given time to absorb fully into the skin. The soothing properties of the butter allow its use directly on dry, inflamed, scaly or abraded skin.For best results, apply a thin layer evenly to the face before sleep and gently massage into skin. The temperature of the skin will "melt" the butter on contact and allow for easy application.Allow to absorb into the skin overnight. Prior to shaving, prepare face with shaving soap as usual, using a pre-shave oil as well if desired.If not applied overnight, apply a thin layer evenly to the face and allow some time to fully absorb into the skin prior to application of pre-shave oils or shaving soap.Always open tin in horizontal position to avoid spilling butter which may liquify slightly in warmer conditions.Product size: 3.5 fl oz (100ml).Please note that due to the fluid nature of the product, the contents may settle or shift during shipment and tin may appear less full than expected.ABOUT SAPONIFICIO VARESINOFounded in Lombardy, Italy, in 1945, Saponificio Varesino is one of the most historic soap manufacturers in Italy.  Family run, the company proudly produces handmade and individually wrapped soaps with a production method that is over two centuries old. Today, their entire product line is sourced and produced in Italy.  Country of Origin: USA Manufacturer/Importer/Packed By: Saponificio Varesino 1945
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Saponificio Varesino Pure Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave?
Saponificio Varesino Pure Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave is a skin butter used to prepare the face for shaving. The brand designed it to counter dryness by keeping moisture levels high to support elasticity and skin tone.
How do I apply Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave overnight?
Spread a thin, even layer of Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave on your face before sleep and massage it in gently. Let it absorb overnight, then prepare your face with shaving soap as usual in the morning.
Can Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave be used with pre-shave oil?
Yes. Saponificio Varesino says you can use a pre-shave oil as well, if desired, after the Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave has absorbed. Then lather with your shaving soap as normal.
What makes the Illipe butter melt on contact?
Skin temperature makes the Illipe butter melt on contact, which Saponificio Varesino says allows easy application. The butter may also liquefy slightly in warm conditions, so handle the tin with care.
How should I open the Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave tin?
Open the Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave tin in a horizontal position to avoid spilling. Saponificio Varesino warns the 100ml butter may liquefy slightly in warmer conditions, so keep the tin level.
Is Pure Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave safe with a nut allergy?
Pure Illipe Nut Butter Pre-Shave is made from illipe nut butter, so anyone with a nut allergy should check the label carefully and patch test first, or avoid it. Please consult your doctor before use.
