Get that cool and close shave with these 5 products
These oils, gels, and creams make shaving a self-care ritual in itself
A smooth finish
It’s an all-too familiar sight—a rite of passage, even: a man with foam on his face, looking intently into a mirror for that close shave.
But it’s more than just gliding a razor over one’s face now. To avoid cuts, bumps, redness, and irritation, your skin and facial hair should be primed and treated, pre- and post-shave. Many oils and gels are now available for this, spelling the difference between a clean cut and a catastrophe.
That said, here are some products that will make your next shave a smooth one.
Suavecito Shave Oil
The kickstarter
A good shave starts with a well-prepped surface. Shave oils soften your skin, allowing your blade to glide over it without tugging on your facial hair.
Suavecito’s Shave Oil is primarily plant-based, with vitamin E oil, aloe vera oil, and jojoba oil that provide a protective cushion and nourish your skin. It can be used as is or before your preferred shaving cream or gel.
Jack Black Beard Lube Conditioning Shave
The versatile formula
Pre-, during, or post-shave, Jack Black’s Beard Lube Conditioning Shave does the job. It’s a light formula that rinses easily and doesn’t clog your blade. With ingredients like macadamia oil, jojoba oil, and menthol, it gives you a cool shave that leaves skin well-hydrated.
Schick Chic First Facial Shaving Gel
The clear solution
Unlike opaque creams, this shaving gel allows you to see your skin and hair for that exact cut. More than the absence of color, Schick’s Chic First Facial Shaving Gel is also ethanol and paraben-free, making it safe for sensitive skin.
And if you’re experiencing dryness, the gel also has moisturizing ingredients to prep your face for that chic shave.
GATSBY Cool-Type Shaving Gel
The refresher
Nothing beats the feeling of a clean and cool shave—literally. This gel from GATSBY softens your skin and facial hair, foaming enough to stick closely to the root for that close cut. And yes, it leaves a lingering refreshing feeling.
Aesop Moroccan Neroli Post-Shave Lotion
The smooth finisher
After getting that close shave, you’d want to apply a specialized lotion to keep irritation at bay. With sandalwood, neroli blossom, and panthenol, Aesop’s Moroccan Neroli Post-Shave Lotion hydrates and balances your skin for a clean finish.
Product photos courtesy Suavecito, Jack Black, Schick, GATSBY, and Aesop
Photography Dookie Ducay
Chief of Editorial Content Patrick Ty
Art direction Mike Miguel
Fashion Rex Atienza
Grooming Xeng Zulueta
Fashion associate Corven Uy
Photography assistants John Clarence Oliveros and Jay Christian Artales
Special thanks Ethan Leyson and Karen Jardenil
