Old Ron's Barber Co. Electric Pre-Shave Splash, Unscented, 4 oz (1-pack)

Electric razor pre-shaves are sort of a rara avis these days - first the number of electric users has decreased over the years (the vast majority are cartridge users now), second, there are many electric razors now designed to shave wet (in the shower or with traditional shaving soap), and third many users elect to shave dry, with no prep. If you DO use a pre-shave (and I recommend it), this is one of the best available. Out of the existing stable readily available in the US - Mennen's Afta, Freelette, Speick, Aramis Lab Series, and the old standby, WIlliams - this should probably be at or near the top of the list. Among the lot, it's moderately priced at $4.00 oz (Williams - 0.69 oz, Afta - $1.50 oz, Freelette - $5.34 oz, Speick - $7.26 oz, Lab Series $8.82 oz), fragrance-free (the only one), and has great performance - and although more expensive than its lowest-priced counterparts, a little goes a long way. It's actually sort of a light shave oil once dry - the alcohol carrier quickly dissipates leaving only a slight film of lubricant (and the manufacturer notes you'll need to wash this off - so pre-shower shave or face wash after). It's probably the most lubricating of the lot as well, retaining its slickness to the end of your shave. Freelette and Afta both provide initial slickness, but quickly dry and require additional water if you shave longer. Speick, Aramis and Williams have some lubricant, but after dry-down can let your razor grab (Williams is the real bargain here and a good runner-up, but performance is below this one). Again, the only one fragrance-free (meaning no parfum - it does contain alcohol, so has an initial odor of isopropyl that disappears), and some can be off-putting by fragrance alone (looking at you Williams and Freelette). An all-around great performer for a not-exorbitant price. Recommended.

great product...wife hates the smell of most drug store stuff. a bit expensive but does the job well.

Since using this pre shave I have gotten closer shaves. I appreciate the fact that it is odorless.

Pre-shave lotions have two jobs: lubricate the face, and make the whiskers stand up. This pre-shave does both satisfactorily. But it's main selling point is that it has no added fragrance (and no fragrance at all that I can detect. That's a big deal if you or someone in your immediate family has a sensitivity to fragrance.Are there other products that do a better job? In my opinion, yes--I think the Lab Series does a better job, though at the price they want it should do the shaving for you. But the Lab Series, and nearly every other one I've found, has a fragrance added. I don't know if that's because the other ingredients have a stench they have to cover, or if they just think you need another fragrance on top of your deodorant, after shave, shampoo, and cologne. Doesn't matter; if you want something without fragrance, then this is the one to get.

I get a closer shave (vs. no lotion) and I enjoy the initail but not lingering scent and the after-feel. There is a noticable difference between using this vs. using no pre-shave. I have not used other pre-shave lotions as I don't want a perfumed face after I shave. I'm very satisfied with it. Paladin's review helped me decide on trying this product.

My husband loves this product, makes his face feel so smooth his electric razor glides over his face for a great shave

This pre shave is the flag ship of all pre shaves.Here's why:• fragrance free. That means it doesn’t smell like trees or fruit or cologne. The only smell it has is the scent of its 2 ingredients. Alcohol. And any person with a brain knows alcohol evaporates quickly leaving no residual smell. I loathe the overpowering scents of most pre shaves and after shaves. Like, is there a board of people that actually think men want to walk around smelling like trees or a cologne bomb? Not this man.• it’s clear. No dyes or color gimmicks. That means if it spills on my shirt it won’t stain. Big deal is I’m shaving at the office or in the car.• it’s the viscosity of water. Not oil. Not glycerin….but water. What that means for me is it’s extremely easy to apply and spread on the skin. It’s super effective with a minimal amount.• the bottle and the way the product is dispensed.You don’t have to pour the product and waste unnecessary amounts. It’s so well thought out how it pours sparingly. And only a sparing amount is required to cover your whole beard area. Thank you for this!• results it yields are superior. I was skeptical because it’s the consistency of water, but whatevr actions are taking place after application, is magical. I did notice right away there’s less friction and a bit more glide with my Philips Norelco s9000 prestige. But the significant difference You won’t really notice until after you’ve shaved and went about your day. The irritation expected isn’t there. Just comfort.• the bottle. It’s just the right size for marginal counter space, shaped space and fitting in your travel case without struggle.Overall this product exceeded my expectations and satisfied my requirements for a most comfortable shave. If I had to force any qualms or things that would make this the perfect product for every man it would be the price. While its cost is about 12 US Dollars, it’s far less expensive than the failed-to-follow-through boutique products available it outperforms every pre-shave I’ve ver tried. And I’ve tried many of them both expensive and cheap. If you’re on the fence - buy this. You will not be disappointed if you’re a pre shave guys. If by chance you are disappointed, I would consider accepting the fact that you’re impossible to please.

I am on my second bottle. I purchased to pre-treat my face for using my Braun electric shaver.While not terribly strong, it does smell like rubbing alcohol but it soon dissipates. I use it pre-shower anyway...so that isn't a deal breaker.It does seem to lubricate my skin...but I can't tell that it does anything for "raising" my beard for easier/cleaner shaving or not. I really have to work on those whiskers on my neck to get them shaved off.