About ten years ago, I switched from disposable cartridges and canned creams, partly for the environment, but also to have a small ritual of self-care every day. Once I kicked the can, I went on a search for the perfect skin care process (for me). Hot towels and many of the shaving soaps dried out my face, making a preparatory layer necessary. I tried other creams, balms, and oils, to no avail. My skin was left dry, and it felt like I was shaving with a potato peeler.
Not sure how I happened across Proraso, maybe it was kismet. The pre-shave cream is light and refreshing, and provides a slippery base for the soap. The shaving soap is bracing and rich, insulating your skin from the scraping of the blade. The aftershave is bright and energizing after a good, cool splash of water. With this routine, who needs espresso! Mille grazie Proraso per la brava esperienza di rasatura!