Proraso Protective Shaving Cream

I went back to wet shaving (from a Braun electric razor) early this year. After 30 years of shaving almost every day with the electric, I retired and now only shave 2-3 times a week. Electric just didn't work for that. After a few months with seveal different multiblade razors, I wasn't satisfied. In July, a started using a DE razor. For reference I use a Viking with the slightly longer handle. After a few weeks of shaving, getting my technique down and testing several popular blades, I have settled on, and regularly use Feather blades. I have used the standard Proraso tube, as well as this one, Cremo, and Taylor of Old Bond Steet St. James collection in a tub. I have come to prefer the Taylor. I still give this 5 stars overall. If there were 1/2 stars, I might take 1/2 off, but only COMPARATIVELY to the Taylor (maybe fairer to say Taylor would get a 5+). This creme has a very nice fresh smell and is supposed to be easier on the skin. I am not sure I see any difference from the regular Proraso Cream. It lathers well with a brush and lubricates reasonbly well. But the lather doesn't last well. I find that by the time I finish one side of my face the remaining lather nas thinned out and dried some and I have to constantly re-lather. But that is not a huge deal. The TOB lather lasts much longer, and lubricates better in my opinion. For tube cream users I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this. I really like the Proraso products and use their aftershave and a couple of their colognes regularly now. Read more

This is such a great product, almost feels like it was made just for me. There is no skin irritation, the razor glides smoothly and the scent is very refreshing. After decades of trying various soaps, this is my forever shaving cream. Read more

Great product, but I like the RED tube product better. Read more

I’ve bought every scent of this product that’s out there. This one is not my favorite, but it still does the job. I don’t know if I would get this particular one again, but it’s just because of the scent is not my favorite Read more

I just put a 1/2 inch dab of this on my damp brush and spread on my wet face. As soon as I hit it with a few drops of water on a splayed synthetic brush, it exploded into a thick lather so quickly it caught me by surprise. It's amazing, especially for a non-tallow soap. Read more

I've only used Proraso shave cream for the past few years and as long as I can continue to get it on Amazon, I'll keep using it. I usually use the red version (coarse hair) but there was no stock when it was time to reorder. Decided on this one because I didn't ever care much for the green or white version and I've been impressed with this version. Smooth shaves, smell is great, and it doesn't seem to have the quality control issues of the red version. Read more

If you're looking for the top of the line shaving medium, look no further. Proraso has been around for quite a while and offers a much closer shave than your store bought cans of cream. If you're looking for a quality shave I recommend it over all other brands. Even if you don't own a brush or any fancy shaving equipment it's the first thing on the list. My Method: Rather than mixing in a cup, I often extrude about a nickel-sized amount in my palm and wet until it begins to lather before transferring it to my face. This may not be the best method but it's convenient for me. The smell is pleasant but not too strong for an allergy sufferer. Pros: - Quality - Incredibly smooth Cons: - Packaging doesn't hold up well being shipped Read more

Great lather, smooth shave and a light scent. Great product! Read more