My Top Picks for the Best Bay Rum Soap This Year

If you're looking for the best bay rum soap, you probably already know that distinct, spicy, and slightly tropical scent that feels like a throwback to an old-school barbershop. There's just something about that mix of West Indian bay leaf, cloves, and citrus that makes a morning shower feel less like a chore and more like a ritual. I've gone through my fair share of bars—some that smelled like a cheap candle and others that were basically magic in a box—so I figured I'd break down what actually makes a bay rum soap worth your money. ...

May 22, 2026 · 6 min · Tyra Sandy