[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I never really used a pre-shave product before, I would normally just go straight from the shower to the shaving cream and then the blade. This Pre-Shave Oil seems to soften my facial hair and prepares my beard for what's about to come. Overall, I feel like it adds to the softness of my skin in between shaves too. My only complaint (if you can call it that) is the slightly oily residue left on the hands after applying. The other products I use as a part of my shaving kit are all water based, which means the oil based pre-shave treatment is a different texture. It isn't nearly as bad as cooking with butter or olive oil though, and it doesn't bother me once I move on to the next stage. The product works great, and I'm grateful for The Art of Shaving for sending me this bottle to try out.
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Overall rating
5/ 5
jmr10910
fromJefferson, ME
Where Have You Been All My Life?
PostedJanuary 4, 2015
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had never used a Pre-shave oil before I received the lemon scented pre-shave oil from The Art Of Shaving. The application seemed pretty straightforward just wet your face and apply. The pre-shave oil prepped my skin for shaving. The aroma was delightful and soothing. The oil allows the razor to slide across your skin without nicking or catching. After I used the oil I was addicted I won't shave without it in the future and I would recommend this product to anyone who wants a close clean shave.
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Overall rating
5/ 5
umgoblue416
fromElkhart, IN
The Art of Shaving Lemon Pre-Shave Oil Promotes a Smooth Shave
PostedJanuary 2, 2015
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was recently able to sample the Lemon Scented Pre-Shave Oil from The Art of Shaving. I must begin by saying that this is not part of my normal shaving routine, as I usually just shave in the shower with just water and a standard razor.
First things first, I found that the Pre-Shave Oil had a beautifully crafted bottle. I was worried that the oil would drip down the outside of the bottle and stain the cabinet I had it in, but as I finished pouring the oil, I noticed that the shape of the bottle's mouth was tapered precisely so that the oil wouldn't drip over the edge. As I finished dispensing what I needed, it regressed nicely back into the bottle without a single drip on the outside of the glass.
As I applied it to my beard, I noticed that it was easy to apply, and that it was thick enough to stay put - it didn't drip down my face or run into my mouth or anything like that. The Lemon Aroma was very pleasant, and wasn't overwhelming like some other lemon products I have used. As for softening my beard, well, I don't really know how to measure that, but the shave was smooth and comfortable, so I will assume that it did its job in that regard.
I found that the product truly felt like a luxurious, high-quality product. From the design of the bottle, the packaging and labeling, the pleasant Lemon Aroma, and the oil itself, everything about this demonstrated an effort towards producing a high-quality product. This was truly part of a shaving experience, and fitting of the brand name "The Art of Shaving".
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Overall rating
4/ 5
danimal86
fromMather, CA
Nice oil, but too thick
PostedJanuary 1, 2015
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this from the manufacturer as a test. I had never used pre shave oil before, so i was quite excited. I dabbed some on my hands, rubbed them together, and coated my face. The consistency is heavy, close to motor oil, but it did do its job, it helped the razor glide on my skin, not pull on it.
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