This means taking time to “build” a shaving routine that takes part in a relaxed environment. This involves switching to a safety razor, for some, or using organic and healthy shaving products for others. Our list covers the best in the shaving cream market. This is based on scent (obviously), performance, cost, and availability.

Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood Shaving Cream , 5.3 oz

Our range of glycerine based shaving creams are available in a range of luxurious fragrances, presented in either a 200g bowl or 75g travel tube. Renowned as some of the best shaving cream available, our products are used by men worldwide for a smooth shave, with only a tiny amount needed to create a rich, creamy lather.Like so many others, TOBS Sandalwood was the first cream I tried upon making the switch to DE shaving. I wanted so much to like it, but I’ve always found the scent to be too busy to the point of actually being off-putting.

Shaving Creams for Men for a Smooth Shave | GQ 14 Best Shaving Creams for Men for a Smooth Shave | GQ

It’s not the best performing product, but it still performs well, and it will be be fine for the majority of wet shavers. For those looking for superior performance, we would recommend the Proraso or TOBS. And of course, making your own cosmetic products can be fun, and make excellent presents for the people in your life. Substitute for shaving cream TOBS likely sells more because of its cheaper price, which is actually due to its smaller containers (150g vs. the far better Trumpers at 200g and still better Castle Forbes at 200 ml). It's made from 100% natural, vegetable based products including Icelandic Lichen which is known for its natural antibiotic properties. Because of the incredibly high cost of Sandalwood, most products use synthetic fragrance. Because of this, there is not a common Sandalwood scent among products.Bites and Bowls have created a wonderfully replenishing shaving cream with aloe vera and vitamin E to boost your skin and help it recover from the harshness of the shaving process. Almond or peanut butter: Not one for those with nut allergies, but a handy tip for those who aren’t.