EOS Shave Cream Review

Back in July, I gave you all my first impressions of EOS shave cream (link to post). Since then, I bought a bottle of the Lavender Jasmine scented shave cream from my local drugstore and gave it a whirl. Here are my thoughts:


EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream - Lavender Jasmine


This is a thick and creamy shave cream. The lavender jasmine scent is subtle and pleasant. While this cream was moisturizing enough for my sensitive underarms, over time I found that it did not impart enough moisture to my legs. The consistency of the cream left me more prone to dryness, nicks, and cuts. I think this is because the thick cream did not spread evenly and when exposed to water it would easily wash away (it's easier to for underarms to dodge water than legs!). For those of you who shave in the shower...this might not be the product for you. 


I also was not a huge fan of the bottle design. Now don't get me wrong, the plastic bottle idea is great...no more rusty rings! However, halfway through the bottle, I had to really press the pump multiple times to get any product out. The 7 fl. oz. bottle barely lasted me a month. My 'old faithful' shaving cream, Barbasol with Soothing Aloe, is an 11 oz. bottle which normally lasts me up to 3 months. It is also much less expensive at $2-3/bottle at most drugstores. While Barbasol does not really feel moisturizing, it does provide the right amount of lubrication so that I don't cut myself.


Overall, I was disappointed that my great first impression did not hold true when I bought the full size bottle. If this were re-packaged in a squeeze bottle, it may be more worth the cost, but for now, I have decided to check out a new shaving cream: Trader Joe's Honey Mango Shave Cream with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E. Will post a review soon :)

First Impression: EOS Shave Cream

Sample packaging

“I turn on my computer. I wait patiently as it connects. I go online. My breath catches in my chest until I hear 3 little words, "You've got mail." I hear nothing, not a sound on the streets of New York. Just the beat of my own heart. I have mail...from you.”  - You've Got Mail

As much as I love seeing new emails in my inbox, nothing makes me more excited than good, old-fashioned snail mail! I'm talking the packages, cards, and mini-sample variety...not bills! Recently, I signed up for free mini-samples offered online (i.e. Walmart.com), in hopes of discovering some new products that I wouldn't normally buy on my own. I'd like to pass on to you, dear readers, my first impressions of these products :)

Today's Mini-Sample: EOS Shave Cream (0.5 fl oz)

Now, I would like to start off by saying the packaging was extremely cute! I know, I know, it came in a taped up card, but still...they hooked me from the start. This product can be used with wet or dry shaving, but since I shave in the shower, my review will focus on the wet aspect! 

Here is what EOS claims:

"Once you try eos ultra moisturizing shave cream you'll never look back. Enriched with natural aloe, oat, and shea butter, eos is an ultra moisturizing, non-foaming cream that soothes skin and boosts its moisture level, leaving you with a closer shave and helping prevent those little razor bumps. Plus, eos comes in a plastic bottle so it won't leave a rust ring."

The sample size that I received was enough to cover both of my lower legs and underarms fully. Pomegranate raspberry is a nice, albeit strong, fruity scent, which lightly lingers on your legs after shaving. The texture of the cream itself was very different from other shaving creams/gels that I've tried in the past. The cream had a thick, whipped texture. A little went a long way and I still felt that I had enough lubrication while shaving. While shaving, the texture of the cream allowed for a smooth shave, however, the product did not get gunked in my razor as conditioner often does. It also didn't easy wash off of my legs like foams tend to, so there is less waste of product.

After shaving, my legs did not feel or look very different. I would have to try it for an extended period of time to really comment on it's moisturizing effects. For my underarms, however, I really did feel like I had a closer shave and much less irritation afterwards. I have very sensitive underarms, so this was quite the happy moment! 

First Impression Verdict: Definitely will buy! This is a unique shaving cream which worked very well on my sensitive underarms. I love how the actual bottle is plastic, no more scrubbing rust rings from my tub. They also have a variety of scents to choose from, I think I'll go with Lavender Jasmine to start :)