Proraso Pre and Post Shave Cream - 3.6 oz
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Customer Reviews of Proraso Pre and Post Shave Cream - 3.6 oz
Customer Review: Amazing!
Summary: 4 Stars
This stuff, along with "Proraso Shaving Soap Aloe and Green Tea" and my Gillette Fusion razor is literally the closest, smoothest and best shave I've ever had in my entire life. I used to use Nair on my neck 20 years ago when I was camping in the woods for two weeks. I can't remember if that left me feeling as smooth as this combination or not. There really is nothing else that comes close. I will never go back to shaving foam or gel in a can ever again. I find myself stroking my face way to often in disbelief of how smooth my face feels. Boyishly smooth! I once saw a Beatle Baily cartoon strip of Sarge shaving with a sanding disc on a power grinder. That's me. There was a time where I could shave once in the morning to go to work and a second time in the evening to go out. No more. I used to have 5 o'clock shadow by early afternoon. With the combination I described above I don't get it until the next morning.
I've also tried the Proraso pre-shave cream and shaving cream with a Panasonic wet/dry shaver. The shaver works better than without it but I still get 5 o'clock shadow with it.
I have not tried the pre-shave cream as an after-shave. The instructions on the can say to do so. I'm a big fan of [...] after-shave balms. I haven't used after-shave in years but I just love the smoothness and lack of irritation I get when using the balms along with this cream and the Proraso shaving soap.
I will agree with another reviewer who said Proraso soap is better than the cream. The cream is still better than anything in a can.
I gave his product only 4 stars instead of 5, despite the amazing, close and super smooth shave becuase when I put it on it feels like the surface temperature of my face drops 15 degrees. I like a hot shower, not stuff that makes my face feel cold. That said, until someone invents something that can give me as smooth a shave as this stuff, I'll be using it for years to come. Thanks, Proraso!
Customer Review: You're doing it wrong (To the Noxzema guy).
Summary: 5 Stars
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Some of you have likely seen my review on the Merkur Safety Razor, as well as the Proraso Shaving Soap. Well, I decided to take the plunge on a good pre-shave. I've used pre-shaves before and found them extremely lacking, especially in the softening department. For the record, this stuff works very well as a base for your shaving soap. It's got moderately strong menthol as well as a hint of eucalyptus behind it, and it will definitely clear your sinuses in the morning when coupled with a fresh, hot shower. And no, it does not smell like Noxzema. Noxzema has a sort of "creamy mint" smell, like Mint Chocolate ice cream. This one smells like you're standing in a eucalyptus forest.
I'd like to also go on record by saying that if you apply this first without fully rubbing it in, then apply the Proraso Shaving Soap directly on top, you'll experience such a relaxing sensation...it's hard to describe, almost spa-ish in nature. As if the barber shop were dead in the center of some spa. Trust me, it feels really good, and the blade glides right over to take the hairs out, even the stubble where you might not have had luck in the past. Your face will cool down quite a bit, almost like applying Icy-Hot.
The key is to apply this on a wet face. Applying it on a dry face is all fine and good, but then you're not benefiting fully from the moisture that is released when the cream interacts with the water. Also, it touts itself on Amazon as a pre-and-post shave cream...my honest opinion? The smell is too strong for a post-shave. I would opt something that is a little more subtle, such as the Proraso Menthol and Allantoin Aftershave Splash, which has a very light BRUT-ish smell to it, not nearly as strong as BRUT though, and it will settle in nicely while still giving you the same smooth skin.
Overall, highly recommended for a quality shave, not personally recommended as an aftershave. My opinion.
Customer Review: I didn't think it was possible
Summary: 5 Stars
In the year since I changed to safety razor shaving I have enjoyed the smoothest shaves. It's become an enjoyable experience to shave.
So on a lark, I decided to check into different aftershaves. There are splashes, lotions, and cremes. I got caught up in some reviews and ended up curious to try out Proraso Pre and Post shave cream. It's a luxury purchase for me - so I have been all about enjoying it.
Proraso has no alcohol in it. it doesn't burn when applied- even after shaving.
Proraso has menthol oils in it, so you get a clean and cool feel to your face after shaving.
Applying it before shaving allows the razor to glide with less friction and pulling of hair. Add a new razor blade and you're on your way to the most incredible shave ever. It's a more enjoyable experience.
I was concerned about how small the 3.6 ounces is and how long it would last. It's a thick cream, so just a little bit is appropriate for the face. This isn't like a splash, where you have to use a lot to cover the face. I shave every other day, and I estimate this will last me about 2-3 months.
So if you're into shaving and want to try a luxury product, I would recommend Proraso Pre and Post shave cream.
Customer Review: what i expected from proraso
Summary: 5 Stars
A lot of you guys that buy a lot of shaving products from amazon have probably seen my reviews on a lot of these products. Let me just explain that for years I have shaved and have never been satisfied with the cheap results. Bad results equals bad confidence and of course bad looking skin. Ever since I switched to traditional shaving and have gotten the results I have dreamed about, I want to help other men achieve this too.
I am all about recommending quality products that help guys look good and feel good about it. I also understand that some products that work for me might now work for you, but like the old saying goes you will "never know unless you try it". So here is the review
I bought this stuff and use it underneath the proraso eucalyptus and menthol cream. It does make a difference.
I usually wet my face real good then massage this cream in a leave it for a few minutes. Then lather up normally and proceed to shaving.I'm not sure if it softens the hair or what since this pre shave cream does not appear very slick like you would expect. I do not know how it works, I just know that it does.
I recommend it. It feels excellent on the skin and helps protect your skin. I recommend all proraso products
Customer Review: An excellent post-shave cream
Summary: 5 Stars
For traditional wet shavers, there's an endless number of products available through the internet for that elusive "perfect shave". Higher-end after shave products are no exception, and they range from splashes and balms to tonics and creams. Sitting comfortable in the middle of that pack is the Proraso Pre and Post shave cream. Although some might argue that it doesn't belong among the finer after shave products and is more suited as a pre shave, I think it holds its own, and has a prominent place in my shaving rotation.
Those that know and love Proraso shave cream - but haven't yet tried this product - will be happy to learn that it contains the same menthol zing, albeit in a much more concentrated form. As a result, it can be used as a menthol "supplement" to shaving creams and soaps that don't contain menthol. I often use it during the winter months as a post shave with Institut Karite, a mild shea butter shaving soap for sensitive skin. And, as other reviewers have pointed out, just a few tiny dabs on a wet face is all that's needed to activate that cooling menthol rush.