If you’ve ever wondered: Do you need shaving cream when you shave?

Experts explain whether it’s necessary or not at all.

The purpose of a shaving cream is to act as a buffer between a razor and your skin.

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It helps to gently extract the hair as opposed to having it come out in a more harsh capacity.

(Looking at those of you whose underarms have withstood countless product-less shaves… myself included.

Its a big risk, you guys.)

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Shaving products also give you the perk of monitoring your hair removal.

What happens when you dont use shaving cream?

Well, according to Schubert, a body wash isnt going to do the job well enough.

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Alas: The product category exists for a reason.

As for which one to opt for?

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Black hair woman wearing a grey and white bra giving herself a deep cleansing session with a face brush and Gatineau skincare face wash lotion, after her shower. Studio skincare portrait over isolated background.

A curvy woman applying cleansing balms and smiling to her reflection in the mirror.

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