Pre shave oils

[Davec36]

Can I please get your thoughts on pre shave oils? Good ones available in Australia. Is it worth trying to make my own etc

Sorry if you have already seen this on FB groups

 

[tim33z]

I stay away from oils but found the Razorock Mister joe from vshod really good. It’s a glycerin pre soap.

 

[Nico]

What works best for me is a concoction oils, equal parts almond and castor oil.

 

[nav1]

Can I please get your thoughts on pre shave oils? Good ones available in Australia. Is it worth trying to make my own etc

Sorry if you have already seen this on FB groups

Everyone is different but pre-shave oil really work wonders for me!!

In harsh winters and also the season change from winter to summer when it's very dry, my skin takes a beating!

No matter which soap I use and which or how many "skin conditioners" it contains, it's still an alkaline soap, so it doesn't help my skin.

Three drops of pre-shave oil and the shave is more comfortable, smoother and much closer!

My DIY mix is:
- 50% grapeseed oil
- 30% abyssinian oil
- 20% jojoba oil
- a few drops lemon Myrtle EO

I wet my face, and then rub the oil in until absorbed. I wait a few minutes and then proceed to face lather.

DIY VS commercial...
I've tried so many commercial shave oils and can confidently say they are just not worth it.
The only commercial oil I would recommend is somersets because their formula is great and the scent is heavenly but at $20/35ml, it's expensive compared to DIY.

 

[Nico]

Everyone is different but pre-shave oil really work wonders for me!!

In harsh winters and also the season change from winter to summer when it's very dry, my skin takes a beating!

No matter which soap I use and which or how many "skin conditioners" it contains, it's still an alkaline soap, so it doesn't help my skin.

Three drops of pre-shave oil and the shave is more comfortable, smoother and much closer!

My DIY mix is:
- 50% grapeseed oil
- 30% abyssinian oil
- 20% jojoba oil
- a few drops lemon Myrtle EO

I wet my face, and then rub the oil in until absorbed. I wait a few minutes and then proceed to face lather.

DIY VS commercial...
I've tried so many commercial shave oils and can confidently say they are just not worth it.
The only commercial oil I would recommend is somersets because their formula is great and the scent is heavenly but at $20/35ml, it's expensive compared to DIY.

I will give this a go @nav1 . Where can you get the ingredients.

 

[Pbgoose]

I use Coconut oil when straight razor shaving, warmed slightly and rubbed on pre shave. I also make my own pre shave mix which is basically an oil rich soap solution which I use intermittently depending on whether I'm looking for a little extra protection or no.

 

[nav1]

I will give this a go @nav1 . Where can you get the ingredients.

I got my stuff from here...they are fantastic to deal with!!

https://www.awo.com.au/

 

[rhodes96]

I use Coconut oil when straight razor shaving, warmed slightly and rubbed on pre shave. I also make my own pre shave mix which is basically an oil rich soap solution which I use intermittently depending on whether I'm looking for a little extra protection or no.

That is one of the best oils for your face, skin,and hair.

Great choice if you require a pre shave treatment.

 

[erobins]

Has anyone tried a natural pre shave oil or gel and can recommend one? I know both Razorock and Stirling do a gyclerine pre shave soap has anyone tried these products?

 

[Mitcon]

I like and often use a beard oil (By My Beard brand) as a pre-shave oil, found out by accident as I started using it on my goatee but I'm messy and get it over neck etc. I found I get much less irritation on my neck in the difficult growth areas so started using it as a pre-shave oil rub on purpose now.