CORTEX X – Where Skin Science Meets Tradition
CORTEX X is a next-generation shaving soap base designed for those who demand both performance and skin care in equal measure. This formula builds upon the nourishing foundation of the original CORTEX base, elevating it with a superior blend of advanced moisturizers and botanical actives — all crafted to enhance the shaving experience from the first swirl to the final rinse.
This upgraded base delivers a dense, creamy lather that cushions the blade while allowing for precise glide and maximum control. More than just a protective barrier, the lather in CORTEX X helps reduce irritation, razor drag, and post-shave dryness. It’s crafted as a firmer croap, which makes loading clean, efficient, and waste-free.
At the core of CORTEX X is a synergy of carefully selected ingredients, including extra virgin olive oil, squalane, jojoba oil, abyssinian oil, MCT oil, silk protein, aloe flower extract, and panthenol. These ingredients work together to nourish, soothe, and restore the skin — turning every shave into a revitalizing self-care ritual.
Why CORTEX X Is Different
- Slickness that endures: Glide is maintained even through water-only passes
- Cushion that protects: Dense lather supports the blade, reducing pressure and drag
- Post-shave comfort: Leaves skin feeling smooth, calm, and hydrated — no tightness, no burn
- Upgraded, but accessible: All these improvements at the same price — because better should be within reach
Whether you shave daily or occasionally, CORTEX X offers a superior experience that rivals luxury skincare with every use.
The Inspiration Behind CORTEX X
CORTEX X is born from the same symbolic roots as the original — the cortex, the core of the olive seed, hidden beneath layers, protecting life and potential. But while the first base celebrated quiet strength and resilience, CORTEX X is the story of emergence, refinement, and action.
It represents the moment when potential is no longer dormant — when the core awakens, evolves, and redefines its limits. It is a metaphor for personal transformation: the shift from grounding to growth, from preparation to precision.
Just as the olive tree thrives through centuries with patience and fortitude, CORTEX X honors the past while stepping boldly into the future — with sharper focus, elevated function, and refined purpose. It’s about pushing your limits, not your skin.
The Process
Our hot process method allows us to incorporate high-performance ingredients after saponification, preserving their full benefit. These include:
Squalane
A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that mimics the skin’s natural oils. It penetrates deeply to deliver lasting hydration, making the skin feel soft and supple after every shave.
Jojoba Oil
Rich in vitamin E, jojoba closely resembles the sebum of human skin. It balances oil production and adds elasticity, reducing irritation during and after shaving.
Abyssinian Oil (Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil)
Known for its silky texture and rapid absorption, abyssinian oil adds glide to the lather and supports skin repair, leaving no residue behind.
MCT Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride)
Derived from coconut oil, MCT oil acts as a superior skin-conditioning agent, enhancing smoothness and barrier protection without clogging pores.
Aloe Flower Extract & Panthenol
Together, these calming agents reduce inflammation, support healing, and soothe freshly shaved skin while boosting moisture retention.
Silk Protein
A luxurious addition that improves glide and water retention while giving the lather a buttery, cushiony texture. It enhances softness and imparts a smooth finish to the skin.
Ingredients:
Aqua, Potassium Stearate, Potassium Ricinoleate, Glycerin, Potassium Tallowate, Potassium Olivate, Potassium Shea Butterate, Squalane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Parfum, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Sodium Lactate, Kaolin, Panthenol, Potassium Babassuate, Potassium Behenate, Potassium Lanolate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Silk, Sodium Gluconate, Tocopherol, Sodium Chloride
Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) FREE
Directions for Use
CORTEX X is a firmer croap. We do not recommend blooming the soap.
To use:
- Swirl your damp brush on the soap surface for approximately 10 seconds.
- Build lather in a bowl or directly on your face.
- Gradually add water — the lather holds a significant amount — to achieve your desired texture.
Expect a creamy, dense, buttery lather with exceptional slickness and protection.
Scent Strength Indicator
Our scent meter — located on the bottom of each jar — reflects the fragrance strength after the soap is lathered, not directly from the container.t from the jar.