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The 12 Best Shaving Creams for the Smoothest Skin Ever

  • <p class="body-dropcap">Shaving is a regular part of many of our shower routines, but the only thing more important than using a sharp, clean <a href="https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/skin-care/g36560426/best-eco-friendly-razors/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:razor;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">razor</a> is using the right shaving cream. Not only does it help prevent <a href="https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/skin-care/a26347035/how-to-get-rid-of-razor-bumps/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:razor burn;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">razor burn</a> and ingrown hairs, but it also nourishes skin and makes your daily (or weekly...) shave all the more pleasant.</p><p>"Some women love the experience of using a shaving cream, including seeing and feeling the lather on their skin, and smelling the great fragrance," explains Elizabeth Compo, Senior Product Research Scientist for Venus. "It’s an opportunity to sneak in some quick self-care even during a regular shower." To help you achieve smooth, bump-free skin, we rounded up 12 of the best shaving creams, gels, and bars to try—for every part of your body.</p><hr>
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    The 12 Best Shaving Creams for the Smoothest Skin Ever

    Shaving is a regular part of many of our shower routines, but the only thing more important than using a sharp, clean razor is using the right shaving cream. Not only does it help prevent razor burn and ingrown hairs, but it also nourishes skin and makes your daily (or weekly...) shave all the more pleasant.

    "Some women love the experience of using a shaving cream, including seeing and feeling the lather on their skin, and smelling the great fragrance," explains Elizabeth Compo, Senior Product Research Scientist for Venus. "It’s an opportunity to sneak in some quick self-care even during a regular shower." To help you achieve smooth, bump-free skin, we rounded up 12 of the best shaving creams, gels, and bars to try—for every part of your body.

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  • <p><strong>Athena Club</strong></p><p>athenaclub.com</p><p><strong>$9.00</strong></p><p>With a light fragrance, frothy—but not overwhelming—foam, and nourishing aloe and oat extract, this formula is the platonic ideal of shaving cream. Plus, you can set it up to auto-ship so you never run out.</p>
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    Cloud Shave Foam

    Athena Club

    athenaclub.com

    $9.00

    With a light fragrance, frothy—but not overwhelming—foam, and nourishing aloe and oat extract, this formula is the platonic ideal of shaving cream. Plus, you can set it up to auto-ship so you never run out.

    athenaclub.com
  • <p><strong>Venus</strong></p><p>walmart.com</p><p><strong>$14.97</strong></p><p>"When shaving the bikini line/pubic area, it's best to swap in your usual shaving cream for a product that has been formulated for that specific area," says Compo. "Some criteria to look out for include it being pH-balanced, free of parabens, dyes, and fragrance, as well have been dermatologist and gynecologist tested." This option, she says, "hits each of those marks, and the formula is clear to increase visibility when shaving the delicate area."</p>
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    2-in-1 Cleanser + Shave Gel for Pubic Hair & Skin

    Venus

    walmart.com

    $14.97

    "When shaving the bikini line/pubic area, it's best to swap in your usual shaving cream for a product that has been formulated for that specific area," says Compo. "Some criteria to look out for include it being pH-balanced, free of parabens, dyes, and fragrance, as well have been dermatologist and gynecologist tested." This option, she says, "hits each of those marks, and the formula is clear to increase visibility when shaving the delicate area."

    walmart.com
  • <p><strong>Superzero</strong></p><p>superzero.com</p><p><strong>$20.00</strong></p><p>This little disk is a serious step up from a bar of soap. It's deeply nourishing thanks to ceramides as well as jojoba and macadamia oils, and it also creates a generous lather when mixed with water.</p>
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    ceramide + jojoba oil shaving bar

    Superzero

    superzero.com

    $20.00

    This little disk is a serious step up from a bar of soap. It's deeply nourishing thanks to ceramides as well as jojoba and macadamia oils, and it also creates a generous lather when mixed with water.

    superzero.com
  • <p><strong>Oui the People</strong></p><p>ouithepeople.com</p><p><strong>$64.00</strong></p><p>In addition to argan, grapeseed, marula, and sunflower oils to moisturize, this multitasking formula also has vitamin C to help brighten up any dark spots on the skin.</p>
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    Moisturizing Shave Gel-to-Milk

    Oui the People

    ouithepeople.com

    $64.00

    In addition to argan, grapeseed, marula, and sunflower oils to moisturize, this multitasking formula also has vitamin C to help brighten up any dark spots on the skin.

    ouithepeople.com
  • <p><strong>The Skinny Confidential</strong></p><p>shopskinnyconfidential.com</p><p>Facial shaving creams are typically made for men—but let's be real, not everyone who shaves their face is a man. This formula is developed with women's skin in mind, so it will give you a close shave, leave skin soft, and won't screw up your skincare routine.</p>
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    Hot Shave Cream

    The Skinny Confidential

    shopskinnyconfidential.com

    Facial shaving creams are typically made for men—but let's be real, not everyone who shaves their face is a man. This formula is developed with women's skin in mind, so it will give you a close shave, leave skin soft, and won't screw up your skincare routine.

    shopskinnyconfidential.com
  • <p><strong>Flamingo</strong></p><p>target.com</p><p><strong>$4.99</strong></p><p>The gel-to-foam texture provides a super-close, comfortable shave, and the aloe in the formula helps hydrate skin.</p>
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    Foaming Shave Gel

    Flamingo

    target.com

    $4.99

    The gel-to-foam texture provides a super-close, comfortable shave, and the aloe in the formula helps hydrate skin.

    target.com
  • <p><strong>Aveeno</strong></p><p>amazon.com</p><p><strong>$4.23</strong></p><p>Vitamin E, oats, and aloe make this affordable shave gel extra moisturizing and comforting, even on sensitive skin.</p>
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    Therapeutic Shave Gel with Oat and Vitamin E

    Aveeno

    amazon.com

    $4.23

    Vitamin E, oats, and aloe make this affordable shave gel extra moisturizing and comforting, even on sensitive skin.

    amazon.com
  • <p><strong>Eos</strong></p><p>ulta.com</p><p><strong>$3.99</strong></p><p>It costs less than your daily matcha, but this shave cream has a legion of dedicated fans. "This product gives great slip without clogging up the razor (as do many emollient shaving creams tend to do)," writes one reviewer, adding that "It's a must for dry skin, and is great if you are on a budget."</p>
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    Shave Cream

    Eos

    ulta.com

    $3.99

    It costs less than your daily matcha, but this shave cream has a legion of dedicated fans. "This product gives great slip without clogging up the razor (as do many emollient shaving creams tend to do)," writes one reviewer, adding that "It's a must for dry skin, and is great if you are on a budget."

    ulta.com
  • <p><strong>Truly</strong></p><p>ulta.com</p><p><strong>$14.00</strong></p><p>With its pleasing fluffy texture and ingredients like vanilla and coconut milk, this shave butter makes shaving your legs feel like a treat. But please—don't actually eat it.</p>
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    Coco Cloud Luxury Shave Butter

    Truly

    ulta.com

    $14.00

    With its pleasing fluffy texture and ingredients like vanilla and coconut milk, this shave butter makes shaving your legs feel like a treat. But please—don't actually eat it.

    ulta.com
  • <p><strong>Fur</strong></p><p>ulta.com</p><p><strong>$28.00</strong></p><p>Fur has made a name for itself as the go-to brand for preventing ingrown hairs and razor burn, and their shaving cream is no exception. Though it doesn't foam up, the emollient formula is made with olive oil and aloe to provide plenty of protection and moisture.</p>
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    Moisturizing Shave Cream

    Fur

    ulta.com

    $28.00

    Fur has made a name for itself as the go-to brand for preventing ingrown hairs and razor burn, and their shaving cream is no exception. Though it doesn't foam up, the emollient formula is made with olive oil and aloe to provide plenty of protection and moisture.

    ulta.com
  • <p><strong>Hanni</strong></p><p>sephora.com</p><p><strong>$24.00</strong></p><p>Hanni's genius moisturizing stick can be used for shaving in or out of the shower, helping to save water and precious time when you're on the go.</p>
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    Shave Pillow Moisturizing Body Gel

    Hanni

    sephora.com

    $24.00

    Hanni's genius moisturizing stick can be used for shaving in or out of the shower, helping to save water and precious time when you're on the go.

    sephora.com
  • <p><strong>Dr. Bronner's</strong></p><p>amazon.com</p><p><strong>$11.29</strong></p><p>For no-frills but effective cleansing products, we always turn to Dr. Bronner's. Don't be surprised if the men in your household borrow this moisturizing, unscented shaving soap and "forget" to give it back.</p>
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    Organic Shaving Soap (Unscented)

    Dr. Bronner's

    amazon.com

    $11.29

    For no-frills but effective cleansing products, we always turn to Dr. Bronner's. Don't be surprised if the men in your household borrow this moisturizing, unscented shaving soap and "forget" to give it back.

    amazon.com
<p class="body-dropcap">Shaving is a regular part of many of our shower routines, but the only thing more important than using a sharp, clean <a href="https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/skin-care/g36560426/best-eco-friendly-razors/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:razor;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">razor</a> is using the right shaving cream. Not only does it help prevent <a href="https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/skin-care/a26347035/how-to-get-rid-of-razor-bumps/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:razor burn;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">razor burn</a> and ingrown hairs, but it also nourishes skin and makes your daily (or weekly...) shave all the more pleasant.</p><p>"Some women love the experience of using a shaving cream, including seeing and feeling the lather on their skin, and smelling the great fragrance," explains Elizabeth Compo, Senior Product Research Scientist for Venus. "It’s an opportunity to sneak in some quick self-care even during a regular shower." To help you achieve smooth, bump-free skin, we rounded up 12 of the best shaving creams, gels, and bars to try—for every part of your body.</p><hr>
<p><strong>Athena Club</strong></p><p>athenaclub.com</p><p><strong>$9.00</strong></p><p>With a light fragrance, frothy—but not overwhelming—foam, and nourishing aloe and oat extract, this formula is the platonic ideal of shaving cream. Plus, you can set it up to auto-ship so you never run out.</p>
<p><strong>Venus</strong></p><p>walmart.com</p><p><strong>$14.97</strong></p><p>"When shaving the bikini line/pubic area, it's best to swap in your usual shaving cream for a product that has been formulated for that specific area," says Compo. "Some criteria to look out for include it being pH-balanced, free of parabens, dyes, and fragrance, as well have been dermatologist and gynecologist tested." This option, she says, "hits each of those marks, and the formula is clear to increase visibility when shaving the delicate area."</p>
<p><strong>Superzero</strong></p><p>superzero.com</p><p><strong>$20.00</strong></p><p>This little disk is a serious step up from a bar of soap. It's deeply nourishing thanks to ceramides as well as jojoba and macadamia oils, and it also creates a generous lather when mixed with water.</p>
<p><strong>Oui the People</strong></p><p>ouithepeople.com</p><p><strong>$64.00</strong></p><p>In addition to argan, grapeseed, marula, and sunflower oils to moisturize, this multitasking formula also has vitamin C to help brighten up any dark spots on the skin.</p>
<p><strong>The Skinny Confidential</strong></p><p>shopskinnyconfidential.com</p><p>Facial shaving creams are typically made for men—but let's be real, not everyone who shaves their face is a man. This formula is developed with women's skin in mind, so it will give you a close shave, leave skin soft, and won't screw up your skincare routine.</p>
<p><strong>Flamingo</strong></p><p>target.com</p><p><strong>$4.99</strong></p><p>The gel-to-foam texture provides a super-close, comfortable shave, and the aloe in the formula helps hydrate skin.</p>
<p><strong>Aveeno</strong></p><p>amazon.com</p><p><strong>$4.23</strong></p><p>Vitamin E, oats, and aloe make this affordable shave gel extra moisturizing and comforting, even on sensitive skin.</p>
<p><strong>Eos</strong></p><p>ulta.com</p><p><strong>$3.99</strong></p><p>It costs less than your daily matcha, but this shave cream has a legion of dedicated fans. "This product gives great slip without clogging up the razor (as do many emollient shaving creams tend to do)," writes one reviewer, adding that "It's a must for dry skin, and is great if you are on a budget."</p>
<p><strong>Truly</strong></p><p>ulta.com</p><p><strong>$14.00</strong></p><p>With its pleasing fluffy texture and ingredients like vanilla and coconut milk, this shave butter makes shaving your legs feel like a treat. But please—don't actually eat it.</p>
<p><strong>Fur</strong></p><p>ulta.com</p><p><strong>$28.00</strong></p><p>Fur has made a name for itself as the go-to brand for preventing ingrown hairs and razor burn, and their shaving cream is no exception. Though it doesn't foam up, the emollient formula is made with olive oil and aloe to provide plenty of protection and moisture.</p>
<p><strong>Hanni</strong></p><p>sephora.com</p><p><strong>$24.00</strong></p><p>Hanni's genius moisturizing stick can be used for shaving in or out of the shower, helping to save water and precious time when you're on the go.</p>
<p><strong>Dr. Bronner's</strong></p><p>amazon.com</p><p><strong>$11.29</strong></p><p>For no-frills but effective cleansing products, we always turn to Dr. Bronner's. Don't be surprised if the men in your household borrow this moisturizing, unscented shaving soap and "forget" to give it back.</p>
Harper's Bazaar

Shaving is a regular part of many our shower routines, but using the right shaving cream is just as important as using the right razor. Not only do they help prevent razor burn and ingrown hairs, but they also nourish skin and make the experience of shaving all the more pleasant. To help you achieve smooth, bump-free skin, we rounded up 12 of the best shaving creams, gels, and bars to try.