complete newby - what is the difference between shaving cream and shaving soap?
2044933
shaving cream is softer - the consistency of creamy peanut butter. Depending on the brand, it produces more luxurious lather than most soaps. It is also more expensive. Soaps are hard just like a bar of soap.
2104410
You don't HAVE to use shaving cream, it just CAN be used with it. I have this (got it from the same Gold Box deal - spontaneous buy) and LOVE it. Best shave I've ever gotten, electric or blade. I use it in the shower, but have used it dry. I happen to think it gives a better shave when wet, but that's been my experience in general - I always shave wet. I'm going to give it a try with shaving cream now that I've had a few months without, curious to see if it actually makes a difference or not.
932278
This is a shaving cream that is applied to form a lather upon the skin prior to shaving. Best results when used with a shaving brush. One of the best products on the market for shaving.
1177376
A good question! By the book, it's recommended to use a lathering bowl. I would imagine you'll use less soap and have a better result if you use a bowl. Here's a good guide.http://zenhabits.net/the-zen-of-shaving-how-a-double-edge-razor-can-change-your-life/
2035729
I really do like the sea kelp soap. it's creamy and has a very rich lather.i used it mostly for my face and under arms ( when shaving). The price is worth it because it lasts a while too.
932279
It is shave cream. I sometimes put a little shave oil on before applying it but the cream by itself is good enough.
619419
If there's smell I can't smell it. I have extremely sensitive skin and fragrances of any kind make me break out. This is one of two shaving creams I can use. However their sensitive body wash caused me to have a rash. It had a sent. So not all sensitive products are sensitive enough. The shaving cream is a great product for me.
1901162
No, this shaving soap is specifically meant for use with a brush. You need the brush to create the lather, otherwise it's not creamy enough to use as a shaving gel/cream.
148153
It's not solid. It is a very stiff cream. No comparison to a block of shaving soap.
74599
I don't know, my experience with the soap is for acne. Sorry I can not help you.
1875836
I have not purchased their regular soap. However, based on the description I would say the difference is the fragrance. Both are moderately high glycerin soaps which will leave your skin feeling very soft. I am satisfied with the fragrance that they have added. It's quietly masculine and not over powering to others. Very much a gentleman's shave.
2172168
That's the only downside. It doesn't slosh or anything. Ive actually switched over now and started using the Barbasol Shaving Cream safe now.... WAY sturdier and is more convincing.
1351041
Are you using a brush and a bit of water? This isn't like shave cream from a can, it needs to be "worked" into a lather. There are plenty of brushes available on Amazon for 10-20$. Worth it.
1069806
I think that there is no difference. I do not see the difference in the description of both models. I do not recommend this model if you intend to use on the face for clean shaving, suitable only for beard or stubble.
283640
I am not sure. I have not used the other but I really like this soap. Myself and my daughters use it every day. One daughter's face likes to breakout but hasn't been bad since we started using it. Sorry I couldn't answer your question.
418048
I don't quite follow, but I'll try and explain. It comes in a plastic container that functions as a shave bowl. Therefore, the soap can only be used if one has a shave brush to lather it up (i.e. you can't rub it on with your fingers). It does produce a great lather though, and I do highly recommend it.
469483
Possibly. I didn't use it that way. The cream is water-based, so I don't know whether it would serve the purpose of say, an oil pre-shave when it comes into contact with shaving soap. You'd have a bit of a chemical stew, so I wouldn't venture a guess as to how your skin would respond. Oil-based preshaves are pretty simple. This cream isn't.