Thread: The art of shaving.

I recently ordered a sixpack of samplers from " art of shaving " on ebay for 6$.(still available) I have wanted to try out this stuff, and I allways try to get samples from a lot of different brands.Anyways, I shaved with it today, the sample consists of preshave,cream and aftershave lotion.I got the type with no scent.
I have to say the experience was very nice.
The preshave is the most effective I have tried so far, but very very greasy.
The shaving cream is kind of love/hate, it actually doesn't lather up, and I hate that.However it gives you a very thick and nice coat when applied with the brush.I mixed in a couple of teaspoons of water.
I have to admit that this stuff has incredible loob, and is very skin friendly.Last, but not least, the balm.
Very very good! I shaved this morning, and now my face still feels extremly soft.
All in all I have to say that the art of shaving products is really the best I have used when it comes to funcion.I would actually say they are as good as my CF products.But they have none of that nostalgic feeling, I really prefer my shaving products to be more "old school".However, I will probably order the whole set anyway.75$, and IMO worth it.

Kristoffer.

I agree on all counts, especially the pre-shave. Both AOS and T&H are available locally for me but in pricing, AOS won out hands down, $22 vs. $55 (can you say "markup"?). I'm tempted to try the soap as it remains a tallow based and has gotten good reviews from the same folks who swear by Tabac, which I love as well. Regarding your thoughts on packaging, I would be that were they to put their product into a tube, the stuff would move even better than it does

Their creams and soaps are really very good - and yes - a little expensive. Try the soaps! The Sandalwood has an outstanding scent. Very dry. The soap also lets you stay with that "old school" feeling. IMHO...

I see no real benefit from the pre-shave oil.

Jordan

Originally Posted by jnich67

Their creams and soaps are really very good - and yes - a little expensive. Try the soaps! The Sandalwood has an outstanding scent. Very dry. The soap also lets you stay with that "old school" feeling. IMHO...

I see no real benefit from the pre-shave oil.

Jordan

my feeling exactly. shave cream very good. soaps stellar. preshave blech - might as well get a jar of kastor oil and rub it all over your face. The ASB makes me break out but that's me. Their rose hydrosol is a nice aftershave by the way if you are into that.

I can't believe you guys don't like the preshave!!! I agree that it is extremly greasy, thats why I apply it before shower or/and hot towel.Since its not water solubale it woun't loose its effect, but the mess is minimal.I guess every man has his own taste tough...

Kristoffer.

PS: Do you guys aply the cream directly from the tub, or do you mix with water as usual?

I load the brush with cream in my palm or in a bowl, as I would with soap, then build lather directly on my face.

Jordan

Originally Posted by KristofferBodvin

I can't believe you guys don't like the preshave!!! I agree that it is extremly greasy, thats why I apply it before shower or/and hot towel.Since its not water solubale it woun't loose its effect, but the mess is minimal.I guess every man has his own taste tough...

Kristoffer.

PS: Do you guys aply the cream directly from the tub, or do you mix with water as usual?

I lather it up with water and brush like every other cream I own. I don't think there is anything "unlatherable" about it.

I found the pre shave made me break out - which isn't surpising since it's just oil.

I guess you would have to use a lot more of it dough, since it doesn't lather up.As for the cost effectivnes regard.

Kristoffer.

I use three AOS products, all with a sandalwood scent which I like very much. I use the preshave oil, the shave cream and the aftershave balm. All the products are excellent. I did not believe the preshave oil would be a benefit until I started using it. It does make a pronounced difference in the comfort of the shave and is removed during the shave process, so none remains after shaving. I have found the best way to apply the oil is to first make sure my face and my hands are very wet. Then the oil goes on well and I just wipe my hands with a towel to dry them. No oil remains on my hands. Just a little goes a long way.

What does the pre shave actually do? Is it just lubrication or do they perform another function as well?