Test result preview
Manufacturer’s product description
Meduna’s“Viking Nordic Forest Soap”is aimed at anyone who values high-quality natural cosmetics and gentle skin care. The handmade soap contains only natural ingredients, is cruelty-free, vegan, and offers a pleasant exfoliating experience. Its intense, woodsy scent is reminiscent of a fresh pine forest and enhances the natural skincare experience. With its Nordic-inspired design, it is also visually appealing and high-quality. The soap comes in sustainable packaging that supports the product’s ecological credentials.
In testing, the soap impressed with its careful workmanship, attractive design, and pleasant feel on the skin. It is particularly gentle, leaves no residue, cleanses thoroughly, and exfoliates effectively at the same time . The packaging also makes a professional and environmentally friendly impression.
The only negative point is the price: although high-quality ingredients are used and the product is handmade, the soap is the most expensive soap on the market compared to similar products.
Overall, Meduna’s “Nordic Forest” Viking exfoliating soap is a product that impresses with its quality, appearance, fragrance, sustainability, and practicality. It is particularly suitable for those who are willing to pay a higher price for careful craftsmanship and high-quality natural ingredients.
Advantages
- Careful craftsmanship
- Gentle and effective exfoliation
- Pleasant and intense fragrance
- Made in Germany
Disadvantages
- High price
First impression
Packaging and contents
Here, we take a closer look at the packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, sufficient protection of the product must of course be ensured. Is the content of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product directly?
Here, we take a closer look at the packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course be ensured. Is the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
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Comment
Score achieved*
Product protection
Cardboard is sturdy, product adequately protected
Points
Sustainability of packaging
No unnecessary packaging waste, packaging is compact and sustainable
Points
Package contents & scope
Complete
Points
Instructions
In German and easy to understand
Points
TOTAL
100
Points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum number of points is 100
The packaging of the exfoliating soap proved to be well thought out and environmentally friendly in the test. The soap is delivered in a compact cardboard box that protects it reliably during transport. All components are neatly arranged so that nothing slips or gets damaged when unpacking. The compact structure also makes storage and handling easier. It should be noted that the packaging consists exclusively of cardboard and paper and therefore completely avoids the use of plastic. It is manufactured in Germany, which ensures short supply chains and reduces transport distances and CO₂ emissions. Unnecessary materials have been eliminated without compromising protection or organization. Although the product is self-explanatory, there are instructions for use in German on the back of the box, which makes it even easier to get started.
First time in hand
Product workmanship and appearance
Before we move on to the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high-quality are the materials used? Are the feel and appearance satisfactory?
Before putting the products to the practical test, we take a close look at their workmanship. How high-quality are the materials used? Are the feel and appearance satisfactory?
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Comment
Score achieved*
Visual appearance
Appealing design
Points
Workmanship
Very good workmanship
Points
Stability
Very stable
Points
Sustainability of the product
Manufactured in Germany, many organic ingredients
Points
OVERALL
100
Points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum score is 100 points
The first impression of Viking’s “Nordic Forest” exfoliating soap is thoroughly positive. It is evenly shaped and has no cracks, unevenness, or protruding parts. The exfoliating material is evenly distributed and the surface is cleanly finished. Overall, this results in a harmonious overall picture that appears high-quality, stable, and practical. The sustainable approach is particularly noteworthy: the soap is manufactured in Germany, and Meduna uses as many organic ingredients as possible. This clearly puts natural cosmetics and sustainability at the forefront. Overall, Viking’s “Nordic Forest” exfoliating soap makes a carefully crafted, sturdy, and sustainable impression at first contact. It is both visually and haptically appealing.
This is what our practical test revealed
Does the manufacturer deliver on its advertising promises?
Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore has the highest weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test item.
Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore carries the most weight. Here, the product must undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test item.
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Comment
Points achieved*
Residues after washing
No residue
Points
Fragrance intensity during use
Intense and pleasant, pine forest scent
Points
Skin feel after use
Noticeably smooth and nourished
Points
Shelf life
Only minimal changes, but these have no effect
Points
Cleansing effect on the skin
Thorough removal of dirt
Points
OVERALL
98
Points
Weighting: 45%
*The maximum score is 100 points
Viking Meduna’s “Nordic Forest” exfoliating soap impressed in practical tests with its pleasant application, intense fragrance, and thorough cleansing effect. The soap lathers evenly and is easy to spread. After washing off, no residue remains on the skin, which speaks for a clean and high-quality composition. The fragrance unfolds clearly during use, reminiscent of a fresh pine forest, and provides an invigorating, natural care experience. The feeling on the skin after use is also impressive: the skin feels noticeably smooth, nourished, and refreshed without drying out. The gentle exfoliation effectively removes dead skin particles without irritating the skin. In terms of cleansing effectiveness, the soap delivers consistent, reliable performance: dirt and excess skin oil are thoroughly removed. Only slight deductions were made for shelf life. Under normal conditions, minimal changes in shape occur over time, but these have no effect on quality or application.
Overall, Viking’s “Nordic Forest” exfoliating soap performs very well in all areas tested. It is particularly suitable for those who value natural ingredients, a fresh scent, and effective but gentle cleansing.
Test plan
A detailed insight into the evaluation criteria for the practical part of the test and the distribution of points can be found here. If you are also interested in the evaluation of our other test criteria, please read our document on the evaluation process.
Price/performance
Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it compete with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend it for purchase?
Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it compete with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend it for purchase?
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Comment
Score achieved*
Price/performance ratio
Very good performance in the upper price segment
Points
TOTAL
50
Points
Weighting: 15%
*The maximum score is 100 points
Comparable natural and exfoliating soaps are priced at up to €14.99 per bar on the internet. Particularly inexpensive models are available from as little as €3.50. Meduna’s Viking exfoliating soap “Nordic Forest” is in the upper price segment at €14.99 per bar , making it the most expensive soap in the comparison. The price/performance ratio is rated as very good overall. This rating takes into account both the high quality and performance as well as the price in the upper segment, resulting in a very good overall ratio.
Overall result
Weight
Score achieved*
1. Packaging & contents
20
Points
2. Product processing & appearance
20
Points
3. Practical test
45
Points
4. Price/performance ratio
15
Points
TOTAL
Points
*The maximum score is 100 points
