Menthol Shaving Cream/Soap

[BurningBeard]

I've been using this new Menthol Barbasol stuff lately. I actually kind of like it but I was looking to get away from the barbasol stuff and I found this http://www.amazon.com/Proraso-Shaving-Eucalyptus-Menthol-Formulation/dp/B00837YY18
...reviews look good but anyone here try it? Anyone have any other recommendations for a menthol based soap?

I just want to make sure the menthol isn't too strong. I like the chill I get from it but not too much.

Thanks,
BB

 

[jon_7687]

I like Proraso. I have a tub of the sensitive skin formula in the white tub and a jar of their pre/post balm.

The menthol is definately there, but its not overpowering. It leaves my face nice and cool without being uncomfortable.

 

[BroJohn]

Try the Valobra shave soap. It's a soft soap easily moldable to any container, is lightly mentholated, and is a truly excellent product. Probably available at the usual B&B oriented e-tailers.

-- John Gehman

 

[Slookx24]

I like Proraso. I have a tub of the sensitive skin formula in the white tub and a jar of their pre/post balm.

The menthol is definately there, but its not overpowering. It leaves my face nice and cool without being uncomfortable.

+1

I have the green like you posted and it is great.

 

[theretroshave]

I've been using this new Menthol Barbasol stuff lately. I actually kind of like it but I was looking to get away from the barbasol stuff and I found this http://www.amazon.com/Proraso-Shaving-Eucalyptus-Menthol-Formulation/dp/B00837YY18
...reviews look good but anyone here try it? Anyone have any other recommendations for a menthol based soap?

I just want to make sure the menthol isn't too strong. I like the chill I get from it but not too much.

Thanks,
BB

Proraso... What's that?... Just one of the best creams out there. You should definitely give it a spin. It's great stuff, if you like menthol. Great classic smell. It is my go-to shaving cream.

If you don't already have a brush, I can highly recommend the Semogue 1520 (big ones) or the Omega 11047(small one). Both are great brushes, for under/around $20.

Let us know what you think after you use the Proraso. Good luck, and enjoy!

 

[BurningBeard]

Yeah I am probably going to purchase the Proraso. The menthol is said to be very subtle. I also am going to pick up this brush http://www.amazon.com/Escali-100%25-Badger-Shaving-Brush/dp/B003WR3QSG/ its cheap but it has good reviews for the most part.

I will eventually buy something really nice with a stand and all that.

 

[dcobranchi]

The Bigelow shave cream available at Bath & Body Works is really Proraso Menthol. Fantastic stuff!

http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2257431

 

[framos242]

Go for it! You won't regret it...

 

[KW Driver]

The Bigelow shave cream available at Bath & Body Works is really Proraso Menthol. Fantastic stuff!

http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2257431

and it's milder than the current Proroso. I don't like the green Proroso, too much menthol for me. I have the Bigalow in my travel set.


either are ideal for learning to lather with a brush as a starter soap, and travel easily.

 

[Niles]

Proraso has many fans here. It's wonderful soap.

 

[BurningBeard]

Thanks for all your replies and advice. I ordered the Proraso and I'll see how it is when it comes in this week.

 

[numlock123]

And if you like the Proraso green, try Proraso red! It has a wonderful light smell of sandalwood and shea butter, and it seems more slick than the menthol version.