Thursday, October 23, 2008

Gillette Mach 3 Shaving Gel


I have tried different shaving creams through the years, but I always seem to come back to either Gillette or Edge. Brands like Barbasol are less expensive. However, I don't care for the aerated cream that they dispense. When you attempt to apply this type of shaving cream to your face it sort of rolls off. The adhesiveness of the cheaper brands is not nearly as strong at Gillette, resulting in a foamy mess on the sink. That's more to clean which is the last thing I want to do before I've had my first cup of coffee for the day.

Gillette Mach3 Comfort Gel indicates that it should be used with the Mach3 razor for maximum effectiveness. Personally, as much as I like this shaving gel, I dislike the Mach3 razor. I feel like I'm trying to run my face through a set of venetian blinds when I use that razor. I have one that sits in a drawer in bathroom collecting dust. I actually prefer to use the Bic Sensitive Skin razors, which work well with my skin type. Although Gillette recommends using their product with the Mach3 razor, there is not special relationship between the two products that enhances the result. Use whatever razor you are most comfortable using.

The application process for this gel is fairly simple. You squirt a very small amount of this gel into the palm of your hand. The gel will foam up while it is being applied to your face. You will actually see the aqua gel start foaming white around the edges as you squirt it into your hand. The dense gel applies smoothly to your face, creating an even foam that doesn't drop everywhere during application. After using the can, you may want to wipe the can with a washcloth. Otherwise, a small amount of gel will be left near the lip of the can, creating a crusty mess as it accumulates.

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