Saponificio Varesino 80th Anniversary Special Edition Shaving Soap (Beta 4.3 formula) 150g

Name: Saponificio Varesino 80th Anniversary Special Edition Shaving Soap (Beta 4.3 formula) 150g
Brand: Saponificio Varesino
SKU: PR2553
Price: 89.95 NZD
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Brand: Saponificio Varesino | SKU: PR2553

Collection: Shaving Soaps

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Shipping Cost :

Shipping to Urban addresses starts at $6.95 & Rural addresses from $10.95

Orders over $120 qualify for FREE Shipping to any URBAN address nationwide & Rural addresses are discounted from $4.99

All packages are tracked, and signature required is available from $0.50

Urban Address (New Zealand wide)
$6.95 Courier Delivery - Authority to Leave
$7.45 Courier Delivery - Signature Required
Rural Address (New Zealand wide)
$10.95 Courier Delivery - Authority to Leave
$11.95 Courier Delivery - Signature Required (only available when dwelling is within 0.5km from the street and no closed gates, unsuitable access, dogs etc. are preventing delivery)
Orders over $120
$0.00 Urban Courier Delivery - Authority to Leave
$0.00 Urban Courier Delivery - Signature Required
$4.99 Rural (non-urban) Courier Delivery - Authority to Leave
$5.99 Rural (non-urban) Courier Delivery - Signature Required

Order Dispatch :

Orders are dispatched from our Auckland Warehouse.
We do not drop ship; all stock is on our shelf here in NZ.
We aim to dispatch your order the same day via NZ Post Courier or New Zealand Couriers (orders must be received & paid before 4PM).
Orders placed on a Saturday, Sunday, or Public Holiday will be dispatched the next business day.
Tracking details are automatically emailed once your order has been packed.

Shipping times :

Delivery times are targets/estimates only and are not guaranteed.
Shipping to most Urban Addresses, PO Boxes, Parcel Collect, or ParcelPod takes on average 1-2 business days. You can check the below links on how the courier network is tracking in your region:
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Delivery times are estimates only and not guaranteed.
Rural Delivery (RD addresses) can add a couple of business days. Please select the Rural shipping option during checkout for the quickest delivery.

Shipping method :

During checkout, you will be offered various shipping methods.

Authority to Leave - Courier Delivery
Tracked service with a delivery target of 1-2 business days. No Signature is required and the courier driver will leave your parcel in a safe place (any item lost or stolen after delivery is at your own Risk). Your parcel is still covered if the Courier damages or loses it during transport.
We strongly recommend using "Signature Required" for higher-value orders or if there is no safe place to leave your parcel (that's weatherproof & out of view of the street).
Signature Required - Courier Delivery
Tracked service with a delivery target of 1-2 business days and someone at your address must sign for the parcel or you have given NZ Post a "Leave my parcel authority".
Please keep in Mind: "Authority to Leave (ATL)" is assigned to your address (not a person). If you have just moved to a new address or another household member has given an Authority to Leave - this will apply to anyone at the same address. To manage an ATL, create a NZ Post account for free and check your address verification status.
https://www.nzpost.co.nz/user/me/myaddresses
Rural (non-urban) Delivery
Tracked service with a delivery target of 1-4 business days. During checkout most rural (non-urban) addresses are detected, but if your address is new or doesn't match the NZ Post database you might be given multiple shipping options. Please choose one of the rural shipping options to avoid any delays.
https://www.courierpost.co.nz/tools/address-checker/
https://www.nzcouriers.co.nz/address_checker.html

Missed a delivery :

This could be because your parcel needed a signature or the courier driver didn’t think it was safe to leave it. Your parcel is then returned to the local depot and you have the option to have it re-delivered or re-directed to another address (within 50km).
https://www.nzpost.co.nz/tools/parcelforyou
https://www.nzcouriers.co.nz/redelivery/cardleft.html

You can also authorise the delivery driver to sign for your parcel on your behalf and leave it in a safe place of your choice.
https://www.nzpost.co.nz/personal/receiving/leave-my-parcel

NZ Post Parcel Collect addresses :

Never miss a delivery - set up a handy collection location. Get your parcels sent to one of NZ Post convenient locations such as a participating Countdown supermarket, Z Energy petrol station, CourierPost depot or NZ Post Retailer.
https://www.nzpost.co.nz/personal/receiving/delivery-options/collect-my-parcel

Packaging :

We do everything we can to send your products as securely as possible.

All orders are packaged in cardboard wrap or cardboard boxes.
For void fill, we use food-grade plain newsprint paper or biodegradable pop cornstarch.
We try to avoid using plastic packaging as much as we can (eg. bubble wrap), but some manufacturers might use some plastic wrapping or product packaging. Feel free to contact us and we will check.
Our courier bags are compostable, they are made from corn starch, PLA and PBAT. A natural alternative to traditional plastic-based courier bags.
For more information please visit https://r3pack.co.nz/pages/about-compostable-bags or https://ecobags.co.nz/pages/resources
Should your product end up being damaged during shipment, follow the procedure here and we will send you a replacement.

Returns Policy

We offer a 30-days return policy. Even if you simply change your mind or don't like a product, because we know shopping online can be hard.

However, there are some terms & conditions to keep it fair for everyone.

Don't hesitate to call or message us if you have any questions. We are here to help.

📞 09 283 7450
✉️ shop@fineshave.co.nz

We are available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm & Sat 10am-4pm (Excluding Public Holidays)

Change of Mind :

You are welcome to return any Unopened & Unused products within 30 days of delivery. In general, goods must be returned in their original purchase condition including all product parts and manufacturer's packaging in original condition.

Please note, we do not cover return shipping & the original postage fee is none refundable for change of mind returns. If your initial order has qualified for free shipping and your change of mind return brings the order value under the free shipping threshold, we may deduct the amount of what the initial shipping cost would have been from your refund.

Wrong or damaged item delivered :

We apologize if you have received a damaged or wrong product. We take great care when packing your items to avoid any damage during transport. Please let us know as soon as possible and we will arrange for the item to be returned to us at our cost. Once we have received the item we will send out a replacement. If you prefer we can also refund the product once we have received the item back.

Wrong product description :

While we try to be as accurat as possible, sometimes we do make mistakes, or manufactures change product details (eg ingredients). If you are concerned about a product you have received, please let us know as soon as possible. We are more than happy to take back any product that is "not as described" on our website. We will organise the return of the product at our cost.

How to return a Product :

Please complete our below "Return Request form" or send us an email at shop@fineshave.co.nz and we will get in touch as soon as possible (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm). Our return address is,
FineShave Limited, 5j Miro Place, Albany, Auckland 0632, New Zealand

Returned "change of mind" products that arrive in a damaged condition, including damage to their manufacturer's packaging - may not be accepted for return, please take care to package the item safely.

We are not responsible for "change of mind" return packages that may be lost or damaged in transit. It is recommended that you choose a shipping method with tracking & signature required delivery.

We will process your refund once we have received the returned product. Refunds will be credited against your original method of payment, eg to the credit card you used to make the purchase.

Shipping & Delivery

Same-Day Dispatch by 4 PM • 100% Local NZ Stock

Fast shipping via NZ Post’s next working day Courier service. Delivery targets are a guide only, but our reports show that 94% of urban orders arrive within 1–2 business days (Apr 2026).

Free Urban Delivery on orders over $120 (Standard: $6.95)
Discounted Rural Delivery just $4.99 over $120 (Standard: $10.95)

Returns

It’s OK to change your mind. We're happy to refund items within 30 days of delivery, if the items are returned in saleable condition (unopened & unused , some items are excluded due to hygienic reasons).

Highlights

Description

Special Edition Shaving Soap made to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of Saponificio Varesino.

This triple milled hard soap is based on Saponificio Varesino’s tried and tested Beta 4.3 formular with PlantSil™, the revolutionary ingredient for a flawless shave.

Best used with a shaving brush this soap offers:

Optimal glide: PlantSil creates a protective film on the skin equivalent to that of a silicone, reducing friction between the blade and the face. This allows for a smoother and more precise shave, minimizing the risk of cuts and irritation.
Deep hydration: Unlike traditional soaps that can dry the skin, PlantSil retains moisture, keeping the skin hydrated and soft even after shaving.
Soothing action: The soothing properties of PlantSil help calm the skin, reducing redness and irritation. It is particularly suitable for sensitive or easily irritated skin.
Rich and creamy foam: PlantSil helps create a dense and stable foam, which envelops the hair and facilitates shaving.
Skin protection: PlantSil helps protect the skin from external agents, such as wind and cold, which can cause dryness and irritation.
Natural origin: PlantSil is a plant-based ingredient, safe and respectful of the environment.

Scent: Woody Fougère

Discover a scent that embodies the perfect balance between freshness, depth and warmth. It opens with a sparkling and luminous explosion of bergamot, orange, lemon and grapefruit, which gives an immediate sensation of energy and vitality.
The heart reveals itself with an enveloping and sophisticated soul, thanks to the aromatic nuances of lavender that blend harmoniously with the depth of patchouli, the velvety touch of cashmere wood and the intense elegance of guaiac wood.
The fragrance finally settles on a warm and sensual base, where ambergris combines with the rich nuances of cedar wood, the resinous sweetness of myrrh and the enveloping caress of vanilla.
This woody fougère fragrance is an olfactory journey that seduces the senses, evoking the image of a wild and lush nature, but at the same time sophisticated and irresistible.

100% vegetable (except fragrance)
NO palm oil (forest protection)
NO preservatives / chelators / antioxidants of chemical origin
NO petroleum, mineral oils, dyes, parabens
NO EDTA – SLS – BHT – SLES – PEG
Not tested on animals
Large soap 90mm diameter

Made in Italy

Usage advice

Saponificio Varesino formulations contain active ingredients that, in order to give the best perfomance, need to solubilize and/or melt. The maximum performance can be obtained in this way:

cover the soap surface with a thin veil of hot water for a few minutes. The quantity of water needed may vary depending on your water hardness and the rate of humidity of the soap, a correct quantity is when the whole soap surface is covered by water,
soak a badger shaving brush (being it the best performer when it comes to water absorbing),
rinse it well and then pour the thin veil of water that bloomed the soap on the knot, and then start loading (20-30 seconds),
face/bowl lather without adding water.

Some information on ingredients used by Saponificio Varesino:

Sodium Cocoate: sodium salt of coconut oil
Potassium Stearate: potassium salt of stearic acid
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate: sodium salt of coconut fatty acids (mild detergent, gives softness to the skin)
Sodium Rapeseedate: sodium salt of rapeseed
Sodium Seedate Sunflower: sodium salt of sunflower oil
Aqua / Water / Eau: water / moisture MAX 8.5%
Stenoptera Seed Butter: butter of illipe (prevents and combats dry skin giving long lasting hydration and bringing back the elasticity)
Fraxinus Ornus (Manna Ash) Sap Extract: Manna (highly softening and emollient)
Parfum / Fragrance: perfume
Ternifolia Macadamia Seed Oil: Macadamia oil (known to have a natural sun protection factor “SPF”. In addition to protecting the skin from the sun is moisturizing and regenerating)
Sucrose Cocoate: saccarosi mixture of esters and fatty acid esters from coconut oil (gives the skin a soft and smooth)
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter: Shea butter (emollient, moisturizing, rejuvenating the skin barrier)
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil: sweet almond oil (moisturizing, elasticity)
Oryza Sativa Starch: rice starch (softening, soothing)
Xanthan Gum: xanthan gum (a thickener, lubricant)
Glycerin: Glycerin (lubricant, moisturizer, emollient)
Stearic Acid: stearic acid (gives the skin a creamy touch)
Sodium Chloride: salt (used during saponification)
Tocopheryl Acetate: Vitamin E (antioxidant, leaving skin smooth soft)
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil: grape seed oil (protects the skin from aging, firming, stimulating the capillary microcirculation)
Citric Acid: citric acid (chelating)
Benzyl Salicylate: allergen (in this fragrance)
Limonene: allergen (in this fragrance)
Citral: allergen (in this fragrance)
Alpha Isomethyl Ionone: allergen (in this fragrance)
Linalool: allergen (in this fragrance)

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