Ive ordered a lot of sampler packs as well, it gives you a selection to try out, usually can get 10 for 65ish$ and then place a big order when you find some stuff you like. A sampler soap will get you 5-15 shaves and same with the creams. Grab two packs and your set for 3-4 months.

I also knew what kinda aftershaves i liked so I did reaserch online and by asking about what soaps/creams complemented those smells.

Last but not least as a new shaver the thing I've come to realize is sometimes lime smells like lime, coffee smells like coffee, orange smells like orange ect.

I feel your pain and i think we all suffer through it! At least you have an art of shaving, here in edmonton we don't have a single niche store