Bluebeards Revenge described as one of the best shaving creams ever
Dave Alexander, grooming editor for About.com, has described The Bluebeards Revenge as a “must-have” product and one of the “best shaving creams” he has ever used.
”This product takes the traditional shaving cream and throws in a little science for a truly outstanding shave,” says the American grooming legend.
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Dave, who has been About.com’s Guide to Men’s Hair since 2008, praised the fragrance for being “clean and light”, adding that “the product performed exceptionally well - among the best I’ve ever tried”.
“The Bluebeards Revenge can be used right out of the jar without a shaving brush. Of course, I highly recommend using one for maximum effectiveness and lather. In my tests, I tried the product both with and without a brush and the performance and lather were similar,” he explained.
Dave Alexander has been About.com's Guide to Men's Hair since 2008
”I enjoy the ritual of shaving, so I used the product with a brush and my trusty double-edge razor. The results were amazing,” added Dave, a licensed master stylist who has been cutting men’s hair for nearly two decades and has trained barbers and stylists across the USA.
Dave described the lather as “rich and creamy”, adding that it “held up during my entire shave”.
”The product left my skin smooth and moisturized to the point I didn’t really feel the need to use a separate moisturizer afterward. I also got an excellent, irritation free shave using The Bluebeard’s Revenge,” Dave Alexander, About.com.
“The cream created a very slick surface on my skin and I experienced no razor drag at all,” he said. “The shave was incredibly close and I got an excellent shave with just one pass of the razor - not something that happens all that often with other shave creams I’ve tried.
”The product left my skin smooth and moisturized to the point I didn’t really feel the need to use a separate moisturizer afterward. I also got an excellent, irritation free shave using The Bluebeard’s Revenge.”
But would Dave recommend the Bluebeards to his readers? “Absolutely. The performance was on par with some of the best shave creams I’ve tried (in fact, it now tops that list),” he said.
“Great performance, cool packaging, paraben-free. What’s not to love?”
You can read his full review by clicking here.
Bluebeards Revenge described as one of best shaving creams ever!
We recently sent Mike Sandoval, from Shaving101.com, tubs of Coate’s Special Edition Tea Tree and Rosemary Shaving Cream and The Bluebeards Revenge™.
Whilst Mike jumped at the chance to review Coate’s quality shaving cream, he was slightly less excited about trying The Bluebeards Revenge™.
“I prefer more traditional products and I was hesitant to try a cream that contains an ingredient that affects hair growth,” said Mike.
Mike Sandoval was full of love for the world's manliest shaving cream - Photo taken from Shaving101.com
“One day a box arrived at my house with a tub of the new shaving cream, so I tried to pawn it off on Isaac to write this review, but he didn’t want to use it either. I didn’t want to look like a ‘bum fluff brigade member’ to Nick (Shaving Shack’s website manager), so I gave it a try.”
And Mike was full of praise for our flagship shaving cream, describing it as one of the best shaving creams he has ever used.
“The shaving cream itself is very dense, but it is easy to work with,” he explained.
“An almond-sized amount immediately whips into a thick lather with no bubbles in it. Bluebeards’ lather is very dense - like marshmallow cream, the perfect lather because the richer the cream the more it protects your skin during your shave.
“This formulation creates the lather that all other shaving creams should aspire to create. It’s the trifecta of a perfect lather: rich, thick, and protective.”
The US wet shaving guru added: “With some creams that don’t provide good protection, the blade can skip on your skin or make it difficult to shave against the grain, especially at the lower neck or jawline. The Bluebeards Revenge™ lather is very lubricating and allows the blade to glide along the skin smoothly. The richness of the cream coats the face without being too thick to clog the razor or too thin to run off.
”It’s especially good for straight razor shaving for two reasons: (1) the thick lather creates good lubrication for the blade, and (2) the lather stays on your face without dripping off even when taking a little more time with a straight razor.”
Mike then went on to praise the cream’s signature and unique scent, describing it as “fresh, clean scent that is very pleasant on the face”.
He added: ”It’s a traditional barbershop-style fragrance that is noticeable, but enjoyable. After the shave, the cream rinses off the face very easily leaving the skin well nourished and conditioned. This cream will be especially enjoyed by men who don’t like to use aftershave or moisturizer because it won’t leave the skin feeling dry.”
Mike also offered an apology to Nick for avoiding his requests to try The Bluebeards Revenge™ (which he has accepted by the way ).
He concluded by saying: “Although I was apprehensive, I’m grateful that Nick encouraged me to try it. I can’t speak to the product’s claim to reducing hair growth because I haven’t used it for very long; however, the product smells nice, works exceptionally well, and looks cool, too. The thick and rich lather is perfect for both double-edge and straight razor shaving. The Bluebeards Revenge™ is without a doubt one of the best shaving creams I have ever used.”
Praise indeed Mike.
You can read Mike’s full review by clicking here.
Battle of The Titans: The Bluebeards Revenge vs The King of Shaves
The Bluebeards Revenge™ has come out on top in a fierce battle with King of Shaves’ Woman Smooth and Sensitive Shaving Gel.
Jenny Hayden, from leading fashion and style website The Style PA, compared the effectiveness of both of these popular products.
“I may not have a beard, but I’ve got two legs, so I used the girl’s shaving gel on my left side and the men’s shaving cream on my right,” explained Jenny.
And what did Jenny think? “The Bluebeards Revenge™ definitely gave a better result on the underarm and bikini area than the female marketed product, the difference was easy to see as well as feel,” she wrote.
”When it came to the legs I think the two were pretty much the same and both legs felt nice and smooth without feeling dry.
“Guys better watch out if they’ve bought this (The Bluebeards Revenge™) because it’s great for girls too.”
Jenny concluded her review by saying: “Overall, I have to say I preferred the men’s product. It’s not the first time I’ve used men’s shaving products either as they are designed to do the same job. When it comes down to it, pretty pink packaging is just there to catch the eye of a girly girl; it doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s the best product for you. Experimenting is the only way to know for sure.”
THE FINAL SCORES:
The Bluebeards Revenge™
Scent: 5/5
Results: 4/5
Ease of use: 3/5
Packaging: 5/5
Total: 17/20
King of Shaves’ Woman Smooth and Sensitive Shaving Gel
Scent: 2/5
Results: 3.5/5
Ease of use: 5/5
Packaging: 3/5
Total: 13.5/20
You can read the full article by clicking here. The review was also published on The Style PA for Men.
The Bluebeards Revenge™ is available exclusively at The Shaving Shack, priced at £14.99.
The Shaving Shack also offers free UK delivery on the luxurious shaving cream if bought as a single item.
Men’s shaving cream reviews – Cyril Salter Luxury Shaving Cream (Indian Sandalwood 165g)
One of our luxurious shaving creams has been given a rave review by a respected American wet shaving expert.
Mike Sandoval, from leading wet shaving website Shaving101.com, was full of praise for The Cyril Salter Indian Sandalwood shaving cream.
The shaving guru started off his review by praising the cream for its soft texture, fine lather and subtle fragrance.
”Whether you lather directly on your face or in a bowl or scuttle, this cream this cream easily whips in to a rich and usable lather without having a tendency to get too thin or require an excessive amount of water to maintain its hydration,” he said.
”The lather held a nice consistency throughout the shave and showed no issues of drying down between passes.
”I found this to be especially good for straight razor shaves, which take a bit longer due to the slower cutting technique.
”The result was a smooth shave that carried the blade easily over my skin and left my face feeling well protected and hydrated at the end of the shave.”
Mike concluded his review, by saying: “While not as exquisite in fragrance as some other shaving creams, Cyril R. Salter Indian Sandalwood shaving cream performs amazingly well given that it retails for a fraction of the price.”
You can read the full Shaving101.com review by clicking here.
The Cyril Salter Indian Sandalwood shaving cream (165g) retails for just £7.99 on the Shaving Shack website.
We also stock shaving creams from The Bluebeards Revenge, DR Harris, Musgo Real, Truefitt & Hill, Proraso and Taylor of Old Bond Street.
Men’s shaving cream reviews - Cyril Salter Luxury Shaving Cream (Almond 165g)
One of luxury shaving creams has been given a rave review by a leading American shaving guru.
Derek Markham, from leading shaving website ShavingStuff.com, was full of praise for the Cyril Salter Luxury Shaving Cream (Almond 165g).
The wet shaving expert from across the pond started off his review by saying that while the cream had an almond scent, “it wasn’t overpowering”.
He continued: “The cream is definitely thick - so thick that I had to make an effort to keep it thin enough on my face for an enjoyable shave.
“Once I got the consistency sorted out, I found that the Cyril Salter shaving cream gave me a great shave with plenty of razor slip, and it rinsed clean with no greasy residue left on my face.”
Derek concluded by saying: “So if you’re looking for a new luxury shave cream, or perhaps a good gift for your son, father, or husband, consider the Cyril Salter line of products. It’s a quality product that helps give an excellent shave.”
The Cyril Salter Luxury Shaving Cream (Almond 165g) is available to buy from the Shaving Shack website at a cost of just £7.99.
We also stock a number of other great shaving creams from Cyril Salter, including Citrus, Fresh Mint, Lime and Wild Rose.
ShavingStuff.com is dedicated to razors, creams, gels, brushes, toners and moisturizers - anything shaving related for both men and women.
You can read the full review by clicking here.
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