Thanks Pelada. It take it you mean the BBA's pso is more of a lotion?
BBA Pre-Shave Oil
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Os sorry, just seen the product you're recommending!
Paul L
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Welcome to TSR Mike
In my experience, all pre shave oils leave residue in the wash basin, adhere to the blade and (can) interfere with brushes.
Instead, you might try using the likes of Pears Glycerine (transparent) soap as a pre shave. Apply to face/head, (don't rinse it off) before applying shaving lather.
Other bar soaps that are excellent as a pre shave are - La Toja Mango and Heno De Pravia.
You're a brave man using a Futur for head shaving !
Have you tried any other razors?
In my experience, all pre shave oils leave residue in the wash basin, adhere to the blade and (can) interfere with brushes.
Instead, you might try using the likes of Pears Glycerine (transparent) soap as a pre shave. Apply to face/head, (don't rinse it off) before applying shaving lather.
Other bar soaps that are excellent as a pre shave are - La Toja Mango and Heno De Pravia.
You're a brave man using a Futur for head shaving !
Have you tried any other razors?
I'm a great advocate of pre-shave oil @MikeC and I've posted a comparative review thread on a number of products in the appropriate section.
The key is to prepare your face properly with a good pre-shave soap first and then make sure your skin is dry before applying the oil. You then need to use it sparingly and give it time to absorb.
I'm not sure how necessary or successful a pre-shave oil would be for head shaving though. Scalp skin does tend to have differing properties to facial skin and that needs to be taken into account when head shaving (it's why I've never needed to use a pre-shave oil on my scalp and tend to need significantly more aggressive razor combinations for head shaving).
The key is to prepare your face properly with a good pre-shave soap first and then make sure your skin is dry before applying the oil. You then need to use it sparingly and give it time to absorb.
I'm not sure how necessary or successful a pre-shave oil would be for head shaving though. Scalp skin does tend to have differing properties to facial skin and that needs to be taken into account when head shaving (it's why I've never needed to use a pre-shave oil on my scalp and tend to need significantly more aggressive razor combinations for head shaving).
Thanks @Paul L I did wonder if the Pears soap would do the job. Reminds me of my childhood! Will have to give it a go! Just recently bought the Executive Shaving Co. PSO which is non greasy, but am keen to check.out other products for their effectiveness. Thanks for the advice. Ps, I've dipped my toes in on setting 1.5 on the Futur so far. Only a couple of nicks thus far!
Thanks @ajc347
Given the amount of time and care it takes to head shave at the moment it's only a twice a week event, and not right before work so all advice appreciated!