Caswell Massey Shave Cream Review

I recieved a sample of this Caswell Massey "Dr. Hunter: Original Barber Shop Shave Cream" while I was picking up some soaps at CM the other day. I've never had much interest in their shave products, but their soaps are top notch. Anyway, I decided I'd try it out this morning and thought I'd share in the experience.

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Upon opening the package it had the same velvety shiney consistency as the shave cream offered by AOS, but is only offered in unscented. I applied the cream to the right side of my face by hand, and for the left side I whipped it into lather with my brush, to try it both ways.

Hand Application - The cream application was very smooth and consistent, and 2 minutes after application I noticed a difference in the softness of my beard. The shave and lubrication quality was middle of the line.

Brush Application - It seems as though this cream is not meant to be used with a brush....the lather thins out dramatically even with a teaspoon of water. With a tub of this cream I think it is possible to get a decent brush application, but it would take a very large amount.

That said I recieved a decent shave on the right side of my face (hand applied), but found the cream to dry out rather quickly. The left side was disappointing and I finished my next two passes with a quick batch of Proraso.

I would highly recommend CM bath soaps, but am passing on their barber shop shave cream. :td

JR

I just tried their Almond 1752 shave cream tube. Found it for $4 at Marshall's and thought I would give it a whirl.

It was not too bad...had a hard time getting the right consistency and lather - but have seen that every first time with a new soap/cream.

The smell is typical almond (some love it...it is ok for me).

But the shave was pretty smooth. Very smooth.

Anyone else have any comments on it?

Mike