No matter how many men resisted shaving their beards for many years! The rulers of different countries, in order to accustom the male population to have an aesthetic appearance, even imposed taxes on the owners of hair in the lower part of the face. Today, this procedure has been simplified. There are safe machines, cosmetics: foam, gel, shaving cream, softening lotions - all in order to make the ritual of getting rid of hair the most comfortable, safe and fast. But which tool to choose will be discussed in this article.
A bit of history
In the past, a man risked his life to shave: epilation with hot clay, burning or removing hair with a knife, saber, checkers. The ancient Romans made a breakthrough in hair removal with the invention of steel blades. And at the beginning of the 20th century, the American inventor Gillette invented a safe tool for this procedure.
To begin the process of hair removal, it was necessary to steam the face, apply a foamed soap solution to the beard, and then a razor would get to work. Although it was a safe procedure, but the timetook a lot, besides the soap was very dry skin. Later, shaving products appeared: all kinds of creams, foams, and only then gels loved by many.
If earlier there was a problem of the lack of softening compounds, then modern men are faced with a choice among the variety of advertised cosmetic products.
Types of Funds
Shaving cream is a budget option. It requires whipping into foam before applying, for this a man needs to spend a little more time than when using other means. The components of the cream ensure the normal sliding of the machine, but the demand for its purchase is lower than that of modern analogues, which are presented below.
Foam is more expensive than cream, and it is convenient to use because with one click on the dispenser you get a finished product that is applied directly to the skin without shaving. Insufficient glide has been proven in an independent experiment with this product.
Gel is an expensive but economical option for shaving cosmetics. It provides the machine with smooth sliding due to softening components.
How to choose the right remedy?
Promotional promises with the purchase of any shaving product guarantee protection against cuts, a close and smooth shave, and subsequently no irritation. But in reality, when men use popular shaving products, the conclusions are different for men.
The first thing you should pay attention to when buying a set forshaving, this is for what type of skin it is intended: normal or sensitive. Men have naturally oilier and thicker skin than women, and this condition is considered normal. If frequent rashes occur on the face, then the product must be bought with the note “for sensitive skin.”
The second factor in choosing is the type of product. Here you need to be based on financial capabilities and experience. Shaving experience is subjective, so it's best to experiment to find the right one.
Perfect composition
Shaving cream for men is designed to make the epilation process comfortable. For this, the composition of the funds contains a softening component. If it is mineral oil, then rashes and ingrown hairs cannot be avoided. It is a product of oil refining and, when applied to the skin, creates a film under which a greenhouse effect occurs, as a result, the development of fungi. In addition, the film is a barrier to hair growth, which is forced to grow into the skin.
Good alternatives to mineral oil are castor, glycerine, corn and olive oil. Thanks to them, a safe glide is ensured.
Required components that prevent inflammatory processes are plant extracts: rosemary, chamomile, panthenol and bisabolol.
Shaving cream may contain parabens, but not more than one and then in last place in the list of components. This arrangement indicates the minimum concentrationsubstances in a cosmetic product.
Popular Companies
Among the abundance of existing shaving products, the Gilet and Nivea brands are considered the most popular on the Russian market. The cosmetics of these companies includes a whole series of shaving products for different skin types and different consistencies (creams, gels, foams). The Nivea and Gillette shaving kit is a lifesaver for women struggling to find a gift for their beloved man.
Mennen, Arko, Krasnaya Liniya and Svoboda are manufacturers of products related to budget options. However, according to the characteristics and reviews, these funds are rated at 4 points out of 5. Which are good indicators.
The premium class with excellent quality includes products from brands: Lancome, Shiseido, Clinique, Proraso, Muehle Skin Care. L'Oreal shaving products have received national recognition among Russian users.
Shaving cream rating
Below is a table of the most common shaving creams on store shelves.
| Cream name | Manufacturer | Volume, ml | Cost, rub. | Reported Result |
| Arko Cool | Turkey | 65 | 70 | Refreshing effect, comfortable shave, no irritation |
| "Apple blossom" | Russia | 40 | 60 | Easy glide, slow hair growth, skin hydration |
| Nivea (for sensitive skin) | Germany | 100 | 130 | Softens stubble, protects against irritation and hydrates skin |
| Proraso (red series) | Italy | 150 | 600-900 | Effectively removes the toughest stubble, prevents irritation |
From the selected options, it is possible to choose a shaving cream for any wallet, the price varies from 60 to 900 rubles. Moreover, the upper cost limit of funds is not the limit. There is a London, royal series, for a jar of 190 g of which you need to pay 3,500 rubles.
Shaving cream reviews
"Arco" captivates everyone with its cheapness, but not everyone agrees that the product foams well and does not cause irritation. Average consumer rating - 4.5 out of 5.
Domestic product with St. John's wort extract "Apple Blossom" in most reviews has positive characteristics, and in some cases this remedy is put one step lower than soap in terms of ease of use. Grade: 4, 3.
German cream is rated by consumers at 4.8 points. It is economical, close and non-irritating.
Proraso premium product is notas popular as previous candidates. The cream is economical (2-3 months when used every other day), foams well and has a noble smell.
Whatever means a man uses to improve his shaving procedure, the quality of the result mainly depends on the sharpness of the razor. Even a cream of the royal series in tandem with a dull razor will not save the face from cuts and irritations.
