Shaving cream is a very familiar ingredient by the men for comfortable facial hair shaving. A great shaving cream can make your shaving enjoyable while a bad one can make you scared. All the manufacturers make their shaving creams with many chemicals and natural ingredients. Most of the chemicals are very harmful to facial health and need to avoid. But some manufacturers really make their creams considering the harms of chemicals.
We should not verify the product is good or bad seeing the smell or its outer coating. In order to buy shaving cream, you must keep three things in mind.
Skin Type
Our skin is usually of three types – dry/oily/sensitive. When buying shaving cream, you must buy according to your skin type.
If your skin is sensitive then don’t buy any cream that has astringent but if your skin is oily, then buy the cream that has astringent because it reduces the oil.
If you have dry skin then buy a cream that contains glycerin. Glycerin helps to easily glide the blade over the skin without any scratches.
Ingredients (to avoid)
If there are some ingredients in shaving cream to avoid-
#Parabens – parabens are usually used in various skin care products to prevent bacterial growth. But it is very harmful to our skin because it may cause asthma or allergies. There may also be more serious problems.
#SLS – the full meaning of SLS is- sodium lauryl sulfate. Usually, SLS helps to insert other chemicals inside the skin. SLS is very harmful to our skin even if is a known skin irritant and also an eye irritant.
However, it has many harmful effects on our skin.
#SLES – SLES stands for sodium lauryl ether sulfate, this component is an additive that enables cleaning products to foam. It is also so harmful to our skin – such as organ toxicity.
#Fragrance – most of the skincare products use fragrance but it is prepared through 3000 chemicals. So it is better to avoid it.
Ingredients (should include)
Jojoba, almond etc. natural ingredients are very useful for our skin. these ingredients are not oily and mix quickly with skin. There are various essential oils like – sandalwood, eucalyptus, lavender, rose etc. so much beneficial for our skin and these have also natural smell.
In this article, we collected some top quality shaving creams which gave us different kinds of shaving experiences where some may suit your desire. We collected them very carefully avoiding harmful ingredients. These creams can suit any kind of skin type we found.
Sandalwood Shaving Cream
There are very few online reviews that did not list the Sandalwood shaving cream in their best shaving cream collection.
We also found this cream very worthy and it deserves the top of the line.
While considering customer’s reaction about this product, this made a record of more than 4,700 customer reviews.
And almost all the customers are very delightful using this product. Its average rating is 4.5 out of 5 among the 4,706 customer reviews.
- This shaving cream will prepare your beard to shave and moisturize your skin very fast.
- It comes in a plastic bowl, for this, it is easy to use.
- This shaving cream can be used by your grandfather because it has no age limit to use, it can be used by any bearded person.
- The lather of this shaving cream produces the ideal cushion for a comfortable shave and also moisturizes the skin. The main component is glycerin for moisturizing.
- You will get good results when you use this shaving cream with electric razors and cartridge. This shaving cream must be the top listed for razors.
- This shaving cream contains – sandalwood, almond, coconut, grapefruit, lavender, lemon and lime, peppermint and rose which create a masculine scent.
- Since this shaving cream is more expensive than all other shaving creams, the result is long lasting than the other creams.
#Ingredients:
- Sandalwood
- Aqua
- Stearic acid
- Myristic Acid
- Potassium Hydroxide
- Coconut acid
- Parfume
- Triethanolamine
- Methylisothiazolinone
- Sodium hydroxide
- Methylchloroisothiazolinone
#Cons
- There is no such cons, only it is costly then other shaving creams.
#Pros
- Impressive, rich lather.
- Gives excellent shaving comfort.
Jack Black 3-in-1 Shaving Cream
Are you looking for any shaving cream that can perform various jobs at once?
Then the Jack Black’s Beard Lube Conditioning shaving cream is for you because it is a 3-in-one product.
We have included this shaving cream in our list because of the versatility of this shaving cream and its quality.
This package is for all of your grooming needs like pre-shave conditioning, shaving and after shaving freshness.
The shaving cream holds moisture to provide you a smooth shave.
It is a very suitable product for sensitive skin.
This shaving cream contains phospholipids that are the rich source of essential fatty acids that moisturizes the skin.
Its other ingredients are Macadamia nut oil, jojoba oil as well as glycerin which help the blade glide over the skin and protect the skin during the shave.
It also contains – peppermint, eucalyptus, and menthol for refresh and revives the skin.
Peppermint works as an anti-Bacterial agent and improves skin health.
It prevents rashes, poison oak, or poison ivy. The product is a combination of a bunch of natural components, so there is no risk of side effects.
Eucalyptus works as anti-bacterial stuff. Eucalyptus extracts has a lot of benefits for that it is a common ingredient in skin care product.
The lube conditioning shaving cream is made without fragrance and alcohol. There is no colorant and made with only the vegan product.
This shaving cream is tasted by the dermatologist and found very healthy for the skin.
Perhaps, jack black beard lube conditioning shaving cream is best for the black man.
Most of the black men have sensitive skin and this cream is hypoallergenic and fragrance-free.
#Key Ingredients:
- Jojoba,
- Macadamia nut oil,
- Menthol,
- Peppermint and Eucalyptus.
#Cons
- Expensive
#Pros
- 3-in-one product – pre-shave oil, shave cream and conditioner.
- Transparent, for that you can see your shaving part.
- Super blend of carrier and essential oils.
Cremo Original Shaving Cream
Tagline: Astonishingly Superior Shaving Cream for Men. Is it really astonishingly superior?
Astonishing is a strong attribute, but Cremo does have many superior shaving cream for men.
It will provide you better performance if you compare it to other similar products at this price range.
Like the other shaving creams ‘’Cremo’’ does not make thick lather, and you can apply it through your finger, don’t need any shaving brush.
The manufacturer of their Astonishingly superior shave cream claims that traditional shaving cream lathers hold air pockets which raises the chances of nicks and cuts, irritation.
The non-existence of air allows obstacles to forming between your skin and the blade.
There is not much dead air in Cremo’s astonishing product and this cream is filled with slick molecules that provide a close irritation free shave.
There is no gimmick/fluff in this cream.
All the Cremo’s products are PARABEN free and this cream has a mild fragrance citrus notes.
The aloe vera and key oils will keep the skin moisturized after a long time of shave and prevent dryness.
another good thing about this cream is that it works well with all types of razor – electric shaver/disposal razor.
Men who use a straight razor or electric razor that’s able to handle wet shave, this cream gives a light covering that allows you to do a perfect shave.
#Ingredients:
- Macadamia seed oil,
- Aloe Vera,
- Lemon Extract
- Papaya extract and
- Olive leaf extract.
#Cons
Bad experience with coarse beards
#Pros
- Light leather,
- It provides irritation free shave, keeps the skin moisturized after a long time of shave.
- Affordable
Billy Jealousy
This cream of hydroplane is made with rich technology.
The cream is foamless which will provide you smooth and comfortable shaving experience and noticeable feeling.
The cream will help the razor blade glide across the skin easily and reduce inflammatory and nicks.
Billy Jealousy Hydroplane shaving cream is alcohol or menthol free.
The Hydroplane shaving cream is an all-in-one product – it works as a pre-shave oil, shaving cream and also as a skin conditioner.
It will create a clear, rich foamless lather which will provide you an ultra-smooth shaving experience.
We are so confident about this product because of the immersive ingredients.
The key component is Dimethicone – Dimethicone is a man-made silicone molecule that processes amazing layer features.
The topical application of dimethicone can form a defensive obstacle that can help to raise moisture-retention, thus raises skin hydration.
Another key component is realized from silica sand like stuff that minimizes the chances of razor drag as well as skin inflammatory.
This BILLY JEALOUSY shave cream is alcohol-free and no chemical has been used for perfume.
The natural fruit oils have been used for excellent moisturizing and light citrus and mint scent.
For that, the cream keeps your hair and face moisturized for a long time make the shaving process very easy and comfortable.
This cream may take an adjustment period to get accustomed to the clear texture.
However, it gives the benefit of being able to see your way around your face as you to apply it, just pressure out a small amount of cream, almost quarter size, on your fingers and then massage it onto your face in a circular motion.
Another amazing feature about this cream is that it doesn’t clog the razor and rises out easily.
#Cons
- A bit costly.
#Pros
- All benefits in one product.
- Slick texture reduces razor drag.
- No ingredients that create skin inflammatory.
Proraso Shaving Cream
PRORASO is an Italian company and this company was founded 100 years ago.
They have been making ‘’pre-shave cream’’ since 1948.
Still, they have been innovating professional high-quality products including shaving cream.
The Proraso Shaving cream very simple like general cream.
It is perfect for sensitive skin and it works as a skin moisturizer and nourishing for the skin.
If you are using this brand new, then I will recommend you ‘’use the green version’’.
This shaving cream contains Eucalyptus oil and Menthol. Both work as a skin toner.
The shave cream has Eucalyptus oil– it is a natural antiseptic with antifungal. It works as an antiviral and anti-inflammatory.
It is also an antibacterial stuff. Eucalyptus is it highly effective in treating wounds / minor cuts /acne/boils/ insect bites skin infections and more.
Menthol – menthol generally boosts to relieve itching and burning due to contact dermatitis and hives and produces a cooling sensation.
PRORASO manufactured this cream by ‘’a hot soap’’ making a process that produces in an ultra-rich cream that makes a thick as well as creamy of a lather as you will find in any product.
The thick lather protects your skin and helps to glide the blades across the skin easily, and you will get a comfortable, smooth and close shave and makes your skin soft and hydrated.
This shaving cream is perfect for any razor, blades, disposal blades, straight edge and I am sure you will be satisfied.
We also admire that the manufacturer did not use any PARABENS/silicones/ artificial colors, and these ingredients are very harmful.
#Cons
- Proraso used artificial fragrance in this crèam for good scent.
#Pros
- Good reputation
- Rich creamy thick lather.
- Eucalyptus and Menthol provide a refreshing feel.
Sandalwood by The Art of Shaving
‘’The Art of Shaving’’ Brand founded in 1996 by a husband and wife team and they use botanical ingredients and essential oils.
But now, through personal consultations, they solved all our grooming needs with pleasure to boost the look and feel our best.
The manufacturer claims that this shaving cream not only provides us a superior shave but also fortifies a shaving experience.
To them, the quest for a perfect shave must always cover – preparation, lathering, shaving as well as moisturizing.
They think they attain all four with their sandalwood shaving cream.
It produces a rich, foamy lather that protects the skin from inflammatory while also giving an ultra smooth shave.
Moreover, this cream will nourish and moisturize your skin as well as leaves it feeling refreshed for a long time after shaving.
This cream contains – glycerin, coconut oil, and essential oils.
Sandalwood is one of the important components of essential oils which provide the cream its subtle scent.
The sandalwood essential oil also works as a natural antiseptic agent that favors healing scars and skin spots, relieves burring, and contains anti-aging stuff.
It is all good components from a company that is comparatively new to the wet shaving game- particularly when compared to some of the adorable companies mentioned throughout this review.
But this shaving cream brand captured the attention of many people with the quality of their product that compares well with any other.
This shaving cream is a little bit costly but doesn’t need to use so much cream for a proper shave.
You can use several months after buying one and it works well with any razor.
#Cons
- More costly than many shaving creams.
#Pros
- It gives a great cushion and lubrication.
- Creates rich lather.
- Wonderful sandalwood scent.
Pacific Shaving Cream
The ‘’pacific shaving cream company’’ made this shaving cream with all the safe, natural and organic components.
This shaving cream contains caffeine, and it is naturally derived which is great for the skin.
Why caffeine is good for our skin? Caffeine is loaded with antioxidants which minimize the puffiness and swelling.
The shaving cream also made with more skin-beneficial components – aloe Vera, spearmint, sunflower oil, and shea butter.
All the components will protect and also nourish the skin.
Spearmint reduces skin infection and works as antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties.
Sunflower oil has anti-irritant properties that boost lower skin redness and roughness.
Sunflower oil contains high omega-6 (linoleic) fatty acid and Vitamin E.
Omega-6 acid reduces irritants in the skin and improves the development of new cells of the skin.
Since this cream is made with natural ingredients, it is fragrance-free and animal-testing free.
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This shaving cream will help the blade glide across the skin easily and provide a great cushion.
The Pacific shaving cream also moisturizes the skin and provides a healthy looking.
Those of us who have sensitive skin, we have to tolerate razor burn, bumps, and something more problem during the shave.
The Pacific company claims that this shaving cream totally removes the ‘’razor burn’’. So, say goodbye to razor burn.
#Cons
- Since it does not have perfume, some people do not like it.
#Pros
- Naturally derived from caffeine which has a lot of benefits.
- Affordable
- Made with natural ingredients.
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