Soap or cream?

I Have read what men think of soaps and creams but I really need a women's point of view. I have issues with ingrown hairs and razor burn, but that is with my current shaving method. I am looking into getting a straight razor, but I need to decide what to save with. My husband got some shave soap with his kit (he ordered it yesterday), but he says that it is a bit manly smelling. What kinds of soap or cream do the ladies here like?

My girlfriend loved my mama bears soap so much she ended up just taking it. So I bought her a sampler pack of the more womanly smelling soap. She has nothing but great things to say about mama bears soaps... Mama Bears Soaps and Gift Shop , Mama Bears Shaving Soaps and Bath Products for the Discerning Gentleman and Lady

I will have to check it out. Thanks!