Bond's Cosmetics

MrZareba

I don't think this topic was discussed before and I was just curious. Basing on Daniel Craig's Bond I was always wondering what cosmetics is he using, from deodorants to eau de toilette's - basically everything. There was some speculation Bond was using Tom Ford's Tobacco Vanille scent and we know what kind of shaving soap is he using, but how about the rest?

Honestly I'm sick from all these Rexonas, STR8ts and other generic deo stuff, I'm looking for a deodorant Bond himself would use. There is one on the Floris website from the Cefiro collection but I'm not sure if it's decent enough.

Hair is another thing - it was rumoured that Craig used Paul Mitchell's Spray Wax in "Quantum of Solace" in order to get his hair right.

What are your thoughts? Toothpastes, other stuff - basically I just want to know if there are any decent things out there that could replace my generic stuff!

hthomas

The Mantis had a video where he talked about Craig's personal cosmetics. He said Craig used the Paul Mitchell spray as you mentioned. He also spoke about a company called Ursa Major. I picked up a few of their products after David's video and I have become a fan! great products.

MrZareba

I didn't know Mr Zaritsky made a video about that, I will check it out!

The Bond Experience

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C388Oin-vY&list=UU6UULuHNgN4CRw8dCXbiqqg

Peppermill

I did buy a bottle of Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille when I was in Hong Kong. I did not buy it because of the (maybe) Bond connection but without it I wouldn't have tried the scent.

MrZareba

There is nothing mentioned about the deodorant Bond/Craig is using in Mr Zaritsky's video - any of you know companies other than Floris which make high end deos?

MFisher

Were the product bottles seen in the bathroom mirror of the enjoying death sequence ever identified ? In particular here is one bottle with a pale blue and white color I have always been curious about.

walther p99

MFisher wrote:

Were the product bottles seen in the bathroom mirror of the enjoying death sequence ever identified ? In particular here is one bottle with a pale blue and white color I have always been curious about.

i wondered the same, even on bluray its hard to make out.

thelordflasheart

I remember someone saying that a great touch was that there were some cheap Turkish cosmetics on the shelf, something that the woman Bond was with really would use in real life. I would imagine that any products that Bond was using at this stage would not be what he would use in London when he was back to being himself and back to his normal life.

MFisher wrote:

Were the product bottles seen in the bathroom mirror of the enjoying death sequence ever identified ? In particular here is one bottle with a pale blue and white color I have always been curious about.

MrZareba

Gentlemen, I have a question. I got pretty much bored with all these Nivea, Head & Shoulders and other generic shampoos so I was wondering - do you know a good shampoo brand, something that Craig/Bond would actually use? (except those mentioned in the Fleming books). I was thinking about buying a Paul Mitchell Awapuhi bottle but I'm still not convinced.

Also I still didn't get an answer regarding a deodorant that Bond would use! I have zero knowledge in stuff like this so that's why I'm asking you guys.

kadd

Check out Mantis' video "what is DC wearing" on the bondexperience. One of the two videos covers some grooming products that DC uses

Colonel Duke

The Ursa Major products are really good. Mantis mentions them in his video. Their 4-1 face tonic is really great stuff. Highly recommend. -{

MrZareba

kadd wrote:

Check out Mantis' video "what is DC wearing" on the bondexperience. One of the two videos covers some grooming products that DC uses

I watched his video, I believe that Mr Zaritsky was not mentioning any shampoos or deodorants - I remember he mentioned the TF for men line, some grooming products, the Paul Mitchell spray wax among other things - but no shampoos or deos

SFPROPS

Has anyone identified the toiletries that were placed in front of the bathroom mirror in Turkey while "enjoying death?" One's a green bottle. I couldn't make-out the brand.

MrZareba

SFPROPS wrote:

Has anyone identified the toiletries that were placed in front of the bathroom mirror in Turkey while "enjoying death?" One's a green bottle. I couldn't make-out the brand.

I believe someone asked that already a few posts earlier. The bottles are believed to belong to the beatiful turkish lady, nothing Bond would use. I'm still wondering what kind of pills was he taking in that scene however.

Tennyson

Yep, they all look very girly, the green one says NEXT I think, UK chain store, the brown bottle on far left is Hawaiian Tropical sunscreen...

hthomas

Do we know that Craig wore the Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille when playing Bond?

rebenton

Not at all mentioned in anything Bond whatsoever, but I think I get what point you're going for. You want something nice instead of a $3 stick of deo you pick up in a convenience store.

Personally I use L'Occitane deodorant, specifically the Verdon kind which unfortunately was discontinued a while back. However, I've heard good things about their new line called Baux. This would prob be a good place to start. In my opinion, it's very Bond.

always shaken

Tennyson wrote:

Yep, they all look very girly, the green one says NEXT I think, UK chain store, the brown bottle on far left is Hawaiian Tropical sunscreen...

I always take Hawaiin tropic with me on me hols ,

The Bond Experience

I get the sense that the place in Turkey is the woman's place, since there is nail polish there...and aspirin (from all the banging into walls?)....

minigeff

Maybe it's Jamie on dress-down fridays?

Bond Collectors' Weekends

Did someone or a document say it was barbituates in Skyfall?

MrZareba

rebenton wrote:

Not at all mentioned in anything Bond whatsoever, but I think I get what point you're going for. You want something nice instead of a $3 stick of deo you pick up in a convenience store.

Personally I use L'Occitane deodorant, specifically the Verdon kind which unfortunately was discontinued a while back. However, I've heard good things about their new line called Baux. This would prob be a good place to start. In my opinion, it's very Bond.

Thank you! I have several L'Occitane boutiques in Krakow so I may have a look That's exactly my point, I want something "very Bond", not an usual 3$ Rexona deo spray.

always shaken

Theres a guy opposite the duck pond in Fethiye town centre who sells loads of fake perfumes /after shaves ect , perhaps Bond got his stuff from him ,as I wouldn't have thought Bond would have had time to pack considering

Maturin

This might be worth a look too - it was only released recently

http://www.penhaligons.com/bayolea/

qbvi

MrZ
No mention of deodorant because Bond is so cool, he doesn't sweat....

btw, Floris 89 was good for Fleming in the 1950s but its has a floral base note so while good for English gentlemen decades ago, probably would not suit Bond for today. Something with a masculine basenote but not any of the trendy brands. Tobacco, woody basenotes sound good. Btw Floris Cefiro is a unisex fragrance and terrific for summer with its citrus smell. Wife and I use it for the hot weather. L'occitance has a very similar citrus fragrance. Hermes Terre is very masculine but classy and understated. Good all rounder for boardroom to weekend sports and dinner with your sexy lady...versatile like Bond...I use this one and can recommend. But fragrances are highly personal so test on your own skin and decide.
Sid


quote=MrZareba]Gentlemen, I have a question. I got pretty much bored with all these Nivea, Head & Shoulders and other generic shampoos so I was wondering - do you know a good shampoo brand, something that Craig/Bond would actually use? (except those mentioned in the Fleming books). I was thinking about buying a Paul Mitchell Awapuhi bottle but I'm still not convinced.

Also I still didn't get an answer regarding a deodorant that Bond would use! I have zero knowledge in stuff like this so that's why I'm asking you guys.

MrZareba

Btw. if you want some premium toothpaste - check out Marvis That is definitely very bondish since 1) it's expensive (for a toothpaste naturally) 2) it has a great retro look

I, pretty much like Bond, don't have a rich social life so I try to comfort myselft by caring about the little things like these. Hence why I even wanted a premium toothpaste O.o

qbvi

Fully agree. Love your attention to the little things in life. Very Bondian.

MrZareba wrote:

Btw. if you want some premium toothpaste - check out Marvis That is definitely very bondish since 1) it's expensive (for a toothpaste naturally) 2) it has a great retro look

I, pretty much like Bond, don't have a rich social life so I try to comfort myselft by caring about the little things like these. Hence why I even wanted a premium toothpaste O.o

Arbogast 777

I guarantee a brand Bond would use is Kyoku for Men. I use it and the stuff is just amazing. A masque made from volcanic ash? A shaving cream infused with sake? Oh yes... B-)

SFPROPS

That actually sound interesting!

MrZareba

Arbogast777 wrote:

I guarantee a brand Bond would use is Kyoku for Men. I use it and the stuff is just amazing. A masque made from volcanic ash? A shaving cream infused with sake? Oh yes B-)

I actually doubt that - they look naturally very luxurious but Bond rather prefers European makers, especially English! But that's just my opinion, Paul Mitchell is based in US, Tom Ford is based in US... However japanese style doesn't just suit Bond I think, it sounds way too oriental.