Natural Shaving Products

How to Choose Natural Shaving Products

A straightforward shaving routine has three main stages: preparing the hair and skin with a suitable shaving product, choosing your razor and looking after your skin afterwards. The best combination for you will depend on where you shave, the texture you prefer and how much time you want to spend on each step.

Start with where and how you shave

Facial hair, leg hair and underarm hair can differ in thickness and growth direction, while skin sensitivity can vary from one area to another. Product directions are therefore more useful than gendered packaging when deciding where a shaving cream or gel belongs in your routine. Weleda for Men Shaving Cream is intended for traditional facial wet shaving, while the Epzen Whipped Body Wash 2-in-1 Wash & Shave Cream combines body cleansing and shaving in one shower product.

If you’re choosing products for several areas, consider whether you want one multipurpose format or separate products for facial and body shaving. A dedicated shaving preparation may offer a different texture, level of glide and application experience from an ordinary natural body wash.

Choose between cream, gel and a 2-in-1 product

A traditional shaving cream has a creamy texture and is used as part of a wet shave. Some creams are worked into a lather before application, so they may appeal if you enjoy a more traditional process. Weleda for Men Shaving Cream is the relevant cream option in this collection.

Shaving gel offers a different consistency and application style. Dr Bronner’s Organic Shaving Gel comes in Lemongrass Lime and Unscented varieties, giving you a choice between a botanical fragrance and little or no noticeable fragrance. The precise texture and amount of lather depend on the formula and how it is applied.

For a simpler shower routine, Epzen Whipped Body Wash 2-in-1 Wash & Shave Cream is specifically formulated to perform both roles. This doesn’t mean every body wash is suitable for shaving; a purpose-made wash and shave product is intended to provide the coverage and glide needed for that extra step.

Consider ingredients and fragrance

Natural shaving products can contain botanical oils, glycerin, plant-derived cleansing ingredients, essential oils and other conditioning ingredients, depending on the formulation. The complete ingredient list is particularly useful if you have known allergies or prefer to avoid particular fragrance components.

Unscented is worth considering when you prefer little or no noticeable fragrance, although it doesn’t necessarily mean that every ingredient associated with fragrance sensitivity is absent. Natural ingredients and essential oils can also be irritating for some people. If your skin is easily irritated, look for a simple formula that suits your ingredient preferences and introduce it cautiously. Persistent irritation or an existing skin condition is best discussed with an appropriate health professional.

Organic wording can refer to particular ingredients or the finished product. A formula containing some organic ingredients isn’t automatically certified organic, so recognised certification and product-specific information are the clearest guides when this matters to you.

Select a razor that suits your technique

Ever Eco reusable safety razors are available in Matte Black and Rose Gold, and the current product listings include replacement blades. A reusable handle with replaceable blades can reduce reliance on disposable plastic razor components and offers a traditional wet-shaving experience.

Safety razors use a different technique from many cartridge razors. They generally work best with light pressure, a suitable blade angle and short, controlled strokes. Allow a little time to become comfortable with the technique rather than expecting it to feel exactly like a cartridge razor on the first use.

The Gem Skin-Loving Shaving Kit Sweet Treat Starter Set provides another starting point for someone who enjoys a coordinated shaving routine or is choosing a gift.

Finish with post-shave care

After rinsing and gently drying the shaved area, you may like to apply an aftershave balm or one of our natural body moisturisers, depending on the area and individual product directions. Weleda After Shave Balm is specifically made as a post-shave step and offers a different experience from a traditional aftershave splash.

For facial routines beyond shaving, our men's skin care collection includes complementary products for cleansing and moisturising.

Need help choosing?

If you’re unsure whether to start with a shaving cream, gel, safety razor or aftershave product, contact the Shop Naturally team. We’ll help you understand the practical differences and narrow down the products that fit your preferred shaving routine.