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Top 10 Pre-Shave Oils & Preparations

by Jerry Kennard
for About.com

Updated June 15, 2007

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Pre-Shave Oils & Preparations

2. Truefitt and Hill Ultimate Comfort Pre-Shave Oil

For those with heavier beards or really sensitive skin, Truefitt & Hill's Pre-Shave Oil couldn't come out soon enough. Used before applying shave cream, the Pre-Shave Oil helps protect your skin from the blade, softens your whiskers, nourishes your skin, and won't clog your pores or your razor. $24.00.

3. Claus Porto Musgo Real Pre-Shave Oil, Classic Scent, 3.33 fl oz

This preshave oil protects, soothes, and refreshes, eliminating unsightly rashes and irritations (razor burn). Good for sensitive skins. $22.00

4. Bioelements - Pre-Shave Cleanser

For All Skin Types Preps the skin for shaving. Preps the skin for shaving Contains jojoba-filled grains to scruff-away dead flakes Lifts-off dirt, grime and excess oil No artificial colorants, synthetic fragrance or animal by-products. $25.00

5. Oleda For Men: DiMeola Against The Grain Pre-Shave Conditioning Cream

DiMeola Pre-Shave Conditioning Cream is especially beneficial for men who have shaving difficulties, although it produces a far better shave no matter how tough the beard or tender the skin. It dramatically reduces or eliminates irritation. $19.50

6. Easy Glider Pre-Shave Oil

Slide into a smooth shave by applying a thin layer of this oil underneath the Spa shave cream. Helps to soften your whiskers, condition your skin, and gives an extra layer of lubrication between the razor and your face. $22.00

7. Origins for Men Easy Slider Pre-Shave Oil

Shaving involves dragging a sharp instrument to-and-fro across delicate skin. No wonder many guys find it such a pain. Just a few drops of this lightweight, pre-shave lube softens follicles and creates a smooth path of no-resistance. $18.50

8. Billy Jealousy Hot Towel Pre-Shave Treatment

Chasing trends is an index of fashion, but respecting style is the mark of distinction. Recreate the classic barbershop experience with Hot Towel Pre-Shave Treatment. $22.00

9. The Art of Shaving Pre-Shave Oil, Unscented for Sensitive Skin, 2 fl oz

Formulated with a blend of botanical ingredients and essential oils to soften the beard and protect the skin for a close and comfortable shave. $22.00

10. The Art of Shaving Pre-Shave Oil, Lemon for All Skin Types, 1 ea

Formulated with a blend of botanical ingredients and essential oils to soften the beard and protect the skin for a close and comfortable shave. The Pre-Shave Oil is removed during shaving, leaving no residue on the skin. $22.00
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