Thread: Neutrogena shave cream

Anyone else tried Neutorgena shave cream? I saw it on sale and bought it without actually reading what it was. Apparently its a non lathering shave cream

From their website

Our oil-free, no foam formula is the first medicated shave cream for men to fight razor bumps and minimize ingrown hair. And a thin layer is all you need.

Our secret? Glycerin and moisturizers form a protective barrier between your face and razor to minimize irritation and provide a great shave.

https://www.neutrogena.com/skin/skin...m/6802025.html

I havent actually tried it as advertised, just not brave enough I guess. Once I realized it didnt lather I used it as a pre-shave cream and actually liked the results. It seemes to actually help which I cant say I have really noticed with Proraso pre-shave cream, the only other one Ive ever tried.
If anyone is braver than me and has actually tried using it as a shave cream let me know how it works, till then ill just keep using it as a pre-shave cream.

Tried it once. Just once.

Tried it and didn't even make it through a full WTG pass.
It is good at removing wine from carpet though. Rub it in, let it dry, and vacuum it up.

I couldn't help myself--

It looks like something I would add to one of my soap concoctions like Creamo.

Gentlemen,
I might have tried this cream once a long time ago. Or not. I can't remember. Regardless, a shave without the use of a brush is a sin.

Originally Posted by Obie

Gentlemen,
I might have tried this cream once a long time ago. Or not. I can't remember. Regardless, a shave without the use of a brush is a sin.

Oh trust me I used a brush and tried to get a lather from it the first time I used it. Eventually I gave up used it as a preshave cream, since it was already on the brush, Then whipped up some actual shave cream and shaved. It was only after that I actually read the bit about it not supposinbg to lather.

Originally Posted by criswilson10

Tried it and didn't even make it through a full WTG pass.
It is good at removing wine from carpet though. Rub it in, let it dry, and vacuum it up.

Ok Ill continue to use it only as a pre-shave cream and carpet stain remover

I tried it last year when I was experimenting with going minimalist and doing the brushless thing. Its OK, nothing special though. Theres no cushion, the slickness is just meh and I found that I had to use a lot of product, so a tube would only last me a couple weeks.
Its fine and it works but its just so blah. IMO, if you want to go brushless, Cremo is better.

I do not mind the low-lather shave creams like Cremo,, Pacific Shaving, etc. They are designed to be used brushless, but contain soap and can be lathered with a brush and added water.

I have never had success with oil-based non-lathering creams like Alba/Trader Joe's, or Jack Black. Thus, I don't suspect the Neutrogena would work for me, either. I suspect they were intended for shavers using cartridge razors.

Nothing prepares your face for a great shave better than a 1st tier soap or cream properly lathered using a good brush and the right amount of water.