meleii, you've pretty much hit it on the head with stating anything with menthol seems to cause irritation. Although menthol, eucalyptus and Shea Butter are common ingredients in many soaps/creams they actually cause reactions for many faces. Menthol, eucalyptus and alcohol and to some extent Shea Butter and lanolin are among the most common irritants for faces. I learned the hard way plus developing Rosacea, which only widens the sensitive reaction to ingredients. If you are very concerned see a dermatologist. There is one product in a can that a SRP dermatologist has recommended, and I am using it as an additive in my uber lather, that is Aveeno Therapeutic Shaving Cream. Works wonders no irritation from it al all.