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Posted: 5/27/2020 8:27:26 PM EDT
I notice that foam type shaving cream is disappearing from stores. I have tried the gel type, but never liked it.
Yeah, I can still find foam Barbasol and Walmart store brand, but major companies like Gillette and Shick seem to be dropping the foam type and filling shelves with the gel type. Is it because most folks prefer the gel? Or is it because the companies make more money on gel? For a while, I noticed that the women's shaving section still stocked lots of foam type shaving cream but lately that has gone to mostly gel as well. |
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Posted: 5/27/2020 8:30:45 PM EDT
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I think it’s tough to argue the margins either way on some cheap chemicals.
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Posted: 5/27/2020 8:34:23 PM EDT
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Sorry, can't help you guy. I haven't used foam in a long, long time. I use either cream or shave soap w/brush. Try it.
But.... bump |
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Posted: 5/27/2020 8:37:09 PM EDT
[#3]
It's better. Try Harry's.
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Posted: 5/27/2020 8:45:52 PM EDT
[#4]
Can't help you, I went from barbasol to shaving soap years and never looked back. Good badger brush and good soap makes shaving not so much a chore.
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Posted: 5/27/2020 8:54:58 PM EDT
[#5]
Happy Barbisol user here. Tried the gels - hated them. Gimme a nice handful of shave cream in the shower and I'm gtg.
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Posted: 5/27/2020 9:04:34 PM EDT
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Barbasol
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Posted: 5/27/2020 9:17:55 PM EDT
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I tried gels several times, I did not like it. I am a Barbasol man for ever
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Posted: 5/27/2020 9:35:00 PM EDT
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Try some Arko soap in a large mug or bowl and a brush. That and a Double Edge Safety Razor. I used to hate shaving--now I enjoy it.
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Posted: 5/27/2020 9:37:09 PM EDT
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I use a shaving lotion, much better IMO.
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FL, USA
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Posted: 5/27/2020 10:12:19 PM EDT
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I dumped gels and foam probably 8 years ago for a silver tip badger brush in olive wood from Shavemac. Creams and soaps and never looked at a can again! Add my vintage Gillette Slim with a Derby blade and you will wonder why you waited so long!
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GA, USA
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Posted: 5/29/2020 12:18:02 AM EDT
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I stopped using the canned goo with alcohol that dries up your skin many years ago. I started using a DE razor, brush and shaving soap and never looked back. It takes a little longer but your shave is much better and also your skin is too.
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Posted: 6/1/2020 11:24:42 PM EDT
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Maybe I was doing it wrong but whrn I used the Nivea shaving gel in the can I'd rub it in my palm until it was foamy like the regular old barbasol. I thought it was a bit slicker and cushiony than regular foam but I didn't pay much attention, I could use either one interchangeably. The foam types were a bit too dry for my taste though.
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Posted: 6/1/2020 11:31:11 PM EDT
[#13]
Screw Gillette and their toxic masculinity campaign.
I use barbasol/Walmart brands. |
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AL, USA
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Posted: 6/4/2020 5:13:45 PM EDT
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I find that shaving gel works better with my DE razor than shaving soap or creme. But, that's just my face and razor, YMMV.
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Posted: 6/4/2020 5:28:32 PM EDT
[#15]
I have been using edge gel for 20+ years with no issues.
Usually have a beard during the winter and year round sometimes so I'm mainly shaving around the edges. |
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USA
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Posted: 6/5/2020 8:07:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Jack19]
[#16]
Because a lubricating cream, like Cremo, is FAR superior to air laden foam.
Need to make another pass? Just add water. 1950s vs 2000s |
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Posted: 6/8/2020 10:45:39 AM EDT
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Not entirely sure what you would classify it as, but I've had a tube of Cremo concentrated shave cream for over a year now. It's not a traditional aerosol shave cream, comes out like a gel, and then lathers up. It's advertised as a 90 day supply, but I shave almost daily and would estimate I still have a quarter of the tube left. I give it a solid 7/10.
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IN, USA
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Posted: 10/3/2020 3:38:25 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By NRA_guy: I notice that foam type shaving cream is disappearing from stores. I have tried the gel type, but never liked it. Yeah, I can still find foam Barbasol and Walmart store brand, but major companies like Gillette and Shick seem to be dropping the foam type and filling shelves with the gel type. Is it because most folks prefer the gel? Or is it because the companies make more money on gel for kids?????????? For a while, I noticed that the women's shaving section still stocked lots of foam type shaving cream but lately that has gone to mostly gel as well. |
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Posted: 10/3/2020 4:09:32 AM EDT
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Doing COVID beard so no shaving at the moment. Use gel because it’s a smoother shave in the past.
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Posted: 10/3/2020 6:50:26 AM EDT
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I'm a shower shaver and just use a little conditioner and a really old knockoff mach3 disposable razor once a week. Previously I used shaving soap and a badger brush with a safety razor. That's a lot of work I'm lazy and don't care if I have a close shave.
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Posted: 10/3/2020 7:31:51 AM EDT
[#21]
I use the Harrys shave gel. I thought it was weird at first, but it foams up ALOT for the little gel that the can dispenses. The can lasts a long time.
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Posted: 10/3/2020 8:00:32 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Megalomania]
[#22]
I've been an Edge Gel user for years and then recently switched to Barbasol as it was more affordable. I'm going to continue to use Barbasol over gel as I find that it works much better.
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USA
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Posted: 10/3/2020 9:20:26 AM EDT
[Last Edit: SteelonSteel]
[#23]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dtrosch: Try some Arko soap in a large mug or bowl and a brush. That and a Double Edge Safety Razor. I used to hate shaving--now I enjoy it. Arko is nice. I like the arko stick for my travel kit. Cremo is actually stocked in the drug store and supermarkets now. A warm brush and a hard soap or cream is pretty enjoyable for shaving. ETA. I used Edge gel since it came out before ten years ago dropping it for a badger brush and hard soaps and creams. Williams soap is in every drug store and is cheap. No scent,....but did I say it was cheap?  . I usually keep a cake or two of williams as a back up if I run out of whatever else I had been using. It has no scent really so it doesn’t fade on the shelf. I haven’t bought any Taylor of Old Bond Street type stuff in years. You don’t have to go the snob route. 
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Posted: 10/3/2020 10:36:00 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Group9]
[#24]
Shaving quit being fun when Gillette Foamy dropped their coconut scented foam. It made me feel like I was back in the islands for just a moment every morning.
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Posted: 10/3/2020 10:39:00 AM EDT
[#25]
I just use Dove bar soap and shave in the shower.
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Posted: 10/3/2020 10:42:41 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Nmbmxer: I'm a shower shaver and just use a little conditioner and a really old knockoff mach3 disposable razor once a week. Previously I used shaving soap and a badger brush with a safety razor. That's a lot of work I'm lazy and don't care if I have a close shave. |
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Posted: 10/3/2020 10:51:21 AM EDT
[#27]
I prefer shaving soap and brush.
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USA
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Posted: 10/3/2020 10:57:31 AM EDT
[#28]
I shave my head and the foam was awful for me.
But now I use Pantene conditioner to shave my noggin and it works better than both. 
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Posted: 10/3/2020 11:02:13 AM EDT
[#29]
The sheer variety of proper shave soaps out there these days is incredible.
Get a brush, do it right. You don't need to overly fetishize it like the millennial crowd. No need to go all straight razor crazy. But, lather that shit in right and you'll wonder why you ever sprayed anything onto your hands. |
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Posted: 10/3/2020 11:11:24 AM EDT
[#30]
Gels are far superior for shaving.
Demand dictates Supply. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 10/4/2020 4:56:13 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bigger_Hammer: Gels are far superior for shaving. Demand dictates Supply. This. Canned foams < gels < proper shave soaps and a quality brush |
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Posted: 10/4/2020 4:59:39 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Justa_TXguy]
[#32]
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Posted: 10/9/2020 5:30:37 PM EDT
[#33]
I've used a safety razor for the past 10 years.
usually I use soap and a brush but have been using the Gillette Pure cream (yes, I know Gillette..) and a I have absolutely been impressed with it. I also really like the Van Der Hagan Shave butter.. that stuff is awesome if I'm in a hurry and don't want to whip up a lather (that Gillette Pure lathers well) When I travel I use the Nivea 3 in 1 shower, shampoo and shave.. that shit is amazing. Not only is it a great body wash and shampoo that you shave with.. it takes out stains in cloths and you can use it as a hand soap in the winter that doesn't dry your skin. Its hella slick to shave with too. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 10/18/2020 2:39:44 PM EDT
[#34]
Because foamy air isn't really all that lubricating.
Try Cremo; or the gel of your choice. You'll never go back. |
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Posted: 10/18/2020 3:13:47 PM EDT
[#35]
I shave in the shower and just use whatever hair conditioner or liquid soap is in there. It all works.
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Posted: 11/16/2020 10:29:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By right_rudder: I've used a safety razor for the past 10 years. usually I use soap and a brush but have been using the Gillette Pure cream (yes, I know Gillette..) and a I have absolutely been impressed with it. I also really like the Van Der Hagan Shave butter.. that stuff is awesome if I'm in a hurry and don't want to whip up a lather (that Gillette Pure lathers well) When I travel I use the Nivea 3 in 1 shower, shampoo and shave.. that shit is amazing. Not only is it a great body wash and shampoo that you shave with.. it takes out stains in cloths and you can use it as a hand soap in the winter that doesn't dry your skin. Its hella slick to shave with too. +1 on the Shave Butter. It’s excellent. I thought it would be just another gimmick but I’m really impressed. |
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Posted: 11/18/2020 12:32:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SnowboundinNH: +1 on the Shave Butter. It's excellent. I thought it would be just another gimmick but I'm really impressed. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SnowboundinNH: Originally Posted By right_rudder: I've used a safety razor for the past 10 years. usually I use soap and a brush but have been using the Gillette Pure cream (yes, I know Gillette..) and a I have absolutely been impressed with it. I also really like the Van Der Hagan Shave butter.. that stuff is awesome if I'm in a hurry and don't want to whip up a lather (that Gillette Pure lathers well) When I travel I use the Nivea 3 in 1 shower, shampoo and shave.. that shit is amazing. Not only is it a great body wash and shampoo that you shave with.. it takes out stains in cloths and you can use it as a hand soap in the winter that doesn't dry your skin. Its hella slick to shave with too. +1 on the Shave Butter. It's excellent. I thought it would be just another gimmick but I'm really impressed. |
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Posted: 11/18/2020 1:09:21 PM EDT
[#38]
Back when I shaved, gel was much better than foam...unless foam was warm.
Either way, I found that a brush and some proper soap or a tub of your preferred cream was better than the garbage in a can. I still use soap when I need a trim. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 4/17/2021 5:42:01 AM EDT
[#39]
Does the shaving soap wash easier out of your razor? I find no matter how much you rinse your razor the gels clog it shortening the razor life.
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Posted: 4/17/2021 6:06:16 AM EDT
[Last Edit: BMCBreeder]
[#40]
Same reason men went from bar soap to gel soap.
Advertising |
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Posted: 4/17/2021 6:19:03 AM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Miami_JBT: I just use Dove bar soap and shave in the shower. Shower shaving rules! Only using Dove soap for lube- I can do that in a pinch, but in general is too rough for my delicate countenance. Foam is like 3 seconds quicker than gel, so I vote cheap foam shaving cream. Those 3 seconds to full lather can really add up. |
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Posted: 4/17/2021 7:07:45 AM EDT
[#42]
Get a tube of Proraso and a brush...that stuff lasts forever, so much cheaper than cans.
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Posted: 4/17/2021 7:46:12 AM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ms329: Does the shaving soap wash easier out of your razor? I find no matter how much you rinse your razor the gels clog it shortening the razor life. Absolutely it does. |
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Posted: 4/17/2021 8:07:49 AM EDT
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Gel probably has fewer applications per unit over foam. Foam is some soapy stuff and gas. Gel is mostly soapy stuff.
There is more weight in gel used to shave, which means less uses from the can. Which means you gotta buy it more often, which means more profit. Just like candy bars going up in price slightly but the size going from 16 oz down to 10 oz. |
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Posted: 4/17/2021 8:37:19 AM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Miami_JBT: I just use Dove bar soap and shave in the shower. Same! |
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Posted: 5/28/2021 4:00:53 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistorySorry, can't help you guy. I haven't used foam in a long, long time. I use either cream or shave soap w/brush. Try it. But.... bump |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 5/28/2021 4:22:30 PM EDT
[#47]
Organic bar soap is best
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Posted: 5/29/2021 1:01:21 PM EDT
[#48]
Cream in a tube or soap in a cup is better.
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Posted: 6/6/2021 7:47:50 PM EDT
[#49]
Just tried the Barbasol 1919 shave cream, I was most impressed.
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