Palmolive?

[MasonM]

Does anyone use the Palmolive shave cream (red stripe)? I'm thinking about trying it whenever I can get a travel shave brush. Good? Bad? So-so?

[Austin]

Not a bad shave cream. At a good price too.

[MasonM]

Not a bad shave cream. At a good price too.
Thanks, I'll give it a try when i finally obtain a good travel brush. The tube seems like it would be ideal in my shave kit.

[crackstar]

Mason, my parents who live in Florida always send me a couple of tubes of it every year. It's a good, basic no-frills cream. You should check out the review I posted.

Jeff

[MasonM]

Mason, my parents who live in Florida always send me a couple of tubes of it every year. It's a good, basic no-frills cream. You should check out the review I posted.

Jeff
Will do. Still learning my way around this forum and just discovered the review section right after I posted this. Thanks.

[rc20007]

no lather & smells like ass, imho

[JMT]

Great lather, very slick. The only downside is the scent. It basically just smells like an unscented soap.

[MasonM]

no lather & smells like ass, imho
So I take it you don't care for it? :rolleyes:

[MasonM]

Great lather, very slick. The only downside is the scent. It basically just smells like an unscented soap.
Thanks. I've read that the scent isn't anything special. While that's a down side if it works well it may be worth carrying it in my travel kit while on the road.

I think I'll pick some up tomorrow and give it a try.

Hopefully it won't smell like arse. :eek:

[MasonM]

Ok, a follow up question if I'm going to try it.

How does one use it? Apply it directly from the tube to the wet brush? Assume I don't have a bowl because, well, I don't.

[rustyblade]

I used it for the first time the other day (a friend from the US sent it up to Canada). It is a great cream, very slick, does everything it is supposed to. The scent strikes me as old fashioned. It isn't bad, you just have to learn to appreciate it.

[JMT]

Ok, a follow up question if I'm going to try it.

How does one use it? Apply it directly from the tube to the wet brush? Assume I don't have a bowl because, well, I don't.

You can apply it to the brush or your hand from the tube. YOu can lather it up directly on your face or in the palm of your hand. The stuff is cheap so you really do not have to worry about wasting any lather.

[MasonM]

You can apply it to the brush or your hand from the tube. YOu can lather it up directly on your face or in the palm of your hand. The stuff is cheap so you really do not have to worry about wasting any lather.
Ok, thank you. That makes sense.

I just got back from picking some up at CVS and am going to give it a try so your reply was perfectly timed.

[MasonM]

Ok, thank you. That makes sense.

I just got back from picking some up at CVS and am going to give it a try so your reply was perfectly timed.
I think I'd best just stick to my canned stuff for now until I improve my shaving technique. I used the Palmolive and for whatever reason wound up with a bunch of nicks I don't usually get.

[crackstar]

Mason, first of all, Palmolive doesn't smell like arse. I admit, it's not the most delightful scent there is, but it's clean-smelling and pleasant enough. Second of all, I apply it to my brush, then I lather myself up.

Jeff

[MasonM]

Mason, first of all, Palmolive doesn't smell like arse. I admit, it's not the most delightful scent there is, but it's clean-smelling and pleasant enough. Second of all, I apply it to my brush, then I lather myself up.

Jeff
Thanks. I tried it and didn't mind the smell at all. It wasn't a fancy smell, but it smelled clean and not at all unpleasant.

I just need to work on my shaving technique more I guess. I don't nick myself when using the Neutrogena but got several nicks using the Palmolive today. Perhaps I was just distracted by trying something new.

[Folie]

I just need to work on my shaving technique more I guess. I don't nick myself when using the Neutrogena but got several nicks using the Palmolive today. Perhaps I was just distracted by trying something new.

Did you let it sit on your face for a few minutes. I find that if I do that I get more lubrication because it has a chance to soak in.

[MasonM]

Did you let it sit on your face for a few minutes. I find that if I do that I get more lubrication because it has a chance to soak in.
Hmmm, no I didn't actually. Thanks for the tip.

[crackstar]

Mason, another thing. I don't soap up my face and leave it unrinsed a second time like it says on the tube, because I think that's a waste of time. I shave after a shower.

Jeff

[Gatorade]

Good basic cream. Clean scent. When you factor in the cost then it is a no brainer to have a tube arround. I have 6....:redface:

It takes a little more work to get the good lather and the bowl helps. you can use a coffee mug next time. If you have something that has a round bottom then you will get the best results from that.

Sometimes when trying something new I don't get the best shave as well. You are mentaly comparing, smelling, feeling and not concentrating like you usually would. I go in to work at 12 on Sunday so I usually reserve Sunday morning for trial and testing of something I am not sure about. That way I can prep well and take my time and not be rushed. That makes up for the lack of concentration most times.

Don't give up on it is is a classic.

I would be worried about someone who's ass smelled like that by the way. :eek:

[Raj]

I find that with Palmolive (the original green one) there is good lather but the glide function is inferior to Proraso and the moisturising effect is almost non existent. Proraso has a good lather, glide and moisturising effect. I use Palmolive only during travel since the tube is easy to carry. The scent is mild and not too bad. Smells more like ancient (1940's?).

[crackstar]

Mason, are you also aware that the US isn't the only country which produces Palmolive? It's made in many, many countries all over Europe, as well as India, and the Middle East. It has a different kind of packaging, the scent is somewhat different, and there are also different varieties of it. There's also a Palmolive soap stick, which is made in Europe.

Jeff

[MasonM]

Mason, another thing. I don't soap up my face and leave it unrinsed a second time like it says on the tube, because I think that's a waste of time. I shave after a shower.

Jeff
Thanks. I didn't follow that bit in the directions either. I wondered if that's why I got all the nicks, but I'm sure it was just poor technique on my part.

[MasonM]

Mason, are you also aware that the US isn't the only country which produces Palmolive? It's made in many, many countries all over Europe, as well as India, and the Middle East. It has a different kind of packaging, the scent is somewhat different, and there are also different varieties of it. There's also a Palmolive soap stick, which is made in Europe.

Jeff
I had seen references to it being different in Europe. I'll keep trying to use it and improve my shaving technique. The whole wet shaving thing is new to me so I'm sure I'll continue to make mistakes and ask dumb question. :smile:

[Dave Keith]

I purchased some Palmolive at the local CVS to tide me over till some better creams arrived by mail. It was OK, but I didn't care for the scent, either. Sniffed right from the tube, it was nasty, but whipped into lather it wasn't quite so bad.

Of course, since better product has arrived in the house, it has languished on the shelf unused. It is too easy to carry Proraso when I travel to use Palmolive. Just one man's opinion.

[jfm]

Were you building a good lather with it? The water:cream ratio differs among all of these products. I would recommend wasting a little bit of this hyper-affordable cream in order to experiment with lather building. There are some excellent tutorials on the subject hidden in previous posts around here.

[MasonM]

I find that with Palmolive (the original green one) there is good lather but the glide function is inferior to Proraso and the moisturising effect is almost non existent. Proraso has a good lather, glide and moisturising effect. I use Palmolive only during travel since the tube is easy to carry. The scent is mild and not too bad. Smells more like ancient (1940's?).
Sorry Raj, I somehow skipped right over your reply. I assure you it wasn't intentional. I look forward to finding and trying the Proraso.

[MasonM]

Good basic cream. Clean scent. When you factor in the cost then it is a no brainer to have a tube arround. I have 6....:redface:

It takes a little more work to get the good lather and the bowl helps. you can use a coffee mug next time. If you have something that has a round bottom then you will get the best results from that.

Sometimes when trying something new I don't get the best shave as well. You are mentaly comparing, smelling, feeling and not concentrating like you usually would. I go in to work at 12 on Sunday so I usually reserve Sunday morning for trial and testing of something I am not sure about. That way I can prep well and take my time and not be rushed. That makes up for the lack of concentration most times.

Don't give up on it is is a classic.

I would be worried about someone who's ass smelled like that by the way. :eek:
I somehow skipped you reply as well. I really should pay more attention. My apologies.

I'm sure my poor shave this morning was due in large part to distraction. We'll see how tomorrow goes.

And I agree, I would have deep concern about someone's arse emitting that odor. :laugh:

[MasonM]

I purchased some Palmolive at the local CVS to tide me over till some better creams arrived by mail. It was OK, but I didn't care for the scent, either. Sniffed right from the tube, it was nasty, but whipped into lather it wasn't quite so bad.

Of course, since better product has arrived in the house, it has languished on the shelf unused. It is too easy to carry Proraso when I travel to use Palmolive. Just one man's opinion.
All opinions appreciated and considered. Thank you.

[MasonM]

Were you building a good lather with it? The water:cream ratio differs among all of these products. I would recommend wasting a little bit of this hyper-affordable cream in order to experiment with lather building. There are some excellent tutorials on the subject hidden in previous posts around here.
Thanks. I'm going to play around with it some more. I did get what I thought was a decent lather, but perhaps it could be better. Practice makes perfect as they say.

[MasonM]

I think one problem I had with the nicks this morning was slowing down. I know I normally shave too quickly thanks to years of using cartridges, and was making an effort to go slower. Somehow this must have thrown my angle or pressure off (even though I was trying to not apply any) and caused the nicks.

Does this make sense to anyone but me?

[Capt. Pat]

Does anyone use the Palmolive shave cream (red stripe)? I'm thinking about trying it whenever I can get a travel shave brush. Good? Bad? So-so?

I'd recommend using Proraso instead. You can find it at Target (look in the spa section), it lathers great and leaves a nice cool feeling behind. I can also recommend the Proraso A/S balm.

[MasonM]

I'd recommend using Proraso instead. You can find it at Target (look in the spa section), it lathers great and leaves a nice cool feeling behind. I can also recommend the Proraso A/S balm.
Thanks. It seems that many people think highly of Proraso. I'm going to have to find a Target while I'm out on the road.

[Howard]

no lather & smells like ass, imho


Mason, first of all, Palmolive doesn't smell like arse. I admit, it's not the most delightful scent there is, but it's clean-smelling and pleasant enough.

Don't argue guys. It's probably just a matter of your associates' differing hygenic habits. Nothing to worry about.

:wink:

Sorry, I couldn't help it.

:biggrin:

[MasonM]

:laugh:

[Queen of Blades]

I was actually in CVS today, and bought some Palmolive (red) for chefchris.

I like the smell. It makes me think of my childhood, traveling, and my family. I can't pinpoint the exact thing it reminds me of, though. :confused: :biggrin1:

[MasonM]

I was actually in CVS today, and bought some Palmolive (red) for chefchris.

I like the smell. It makes me think of my childhood, traveling, and my family. I can't pinpoint the exact thing it reminds me of, though. :confused: :biggrin1:
Well, as long as it isn't arse... :eek:

[Queen of Blades]

No, I'm pretty sure that isn't what the smell reminds me of.....

[tinmantt]

Decent product, but so many alternatives, even at the local Target.

[zachster]

Decent product, but so many alternatives, even at the local Target.

Yeah -- I used to use it for traveling, after Gillette stopped producing cream in a tube, but now that I've found out about Proraso, Musgo Real, and all the other excellent tube creams, I'll probably travel with one of those. Still, it gives a good shave. Actually, last time I travelled with some Palmolive (a couple of years ago) I ran out of it; I was in Greece, so I bought a tube of Kolynos (once a known brand in the U.S.) -- it's still in my dopp, as I haven't travelled much since, but is a very effective cream (though somewhat medicinal smelling).

[rikrdo]

no lather & smells like ass, imho



I dont get it.
Is this scent "country"??

[MasonM]

Decent product, but so many alternatives, even at the local Target.
So I keep reading. As we don't have a Targert here I'm going to make a point of seeking one out when I go back out on the road (which should be later today or tomrrow).

[MasonM]

Yeah -- I used to use it for traveling, after Gillette stopped producing cream in a tube, but now that I've found out about Proraso, Musgo Real, and all the other excellent tube creams, I'll probably travel with one of those. Still, it gives a good shave. Actually, last time I travelled with some Palmolive (a couple of years ago) I ran out of it; I was in Greece, so I bought a tube of Kolynos (once a known brand in the U.S.) -- it's still in my dopp, as I haven't travelled much since, but is a very effective cream (though somewhat medicinal smelling).
Many seem to think it's a decent cream so I'll keep trying it for a while.

[MasonM]

No, I'm pretty sure that isn't what the smell reminds me of.....
:laugh:

[MasonM]

I dont get it.
Is this scent "country"??
:laugh: Somehow it doesn't seem so to me, but perhaps they smell different in different parts of the world.

[LX_Emergency]

Yeah -- I used to use it for traveling, after Gillette stopped producing cream in a tube, but now that I've found out about Proraso, Musgo Real, and all the other excellent tube creams, I'll probably travel with one of those. Still, it gives a good shave. Actually, last time I travelled with some Palmolive (a couple of years ago) I ran out of it; I was in Greece, so I bought a tube of Kolynos (once a known brand in the U.S.) -- it's still in my dopp, as I haven't travelled much since, but is a very effective cream (though somewhat medicinal smelling).
over here Gillette still sells cream in a tube in some places.

As for the european version of palmolive I like it very much. It's one of the few that I can actually afford and that I like the sent of as well.

[Bakerloo Line]

I've used this on and off - generally because it's very cheap. The fragrance is a bit odd, but it doesn't linger. I tend to keep a tube in my travel kit, because I'm notorious for forgetting things in my hotel rooms, and it's inexpensive and readily-available enough so I don't have a conniption when I discover I've left it in Albuquerque or wherever.

[Gatorade]

So I keep reading. As we don't have a Targert here I'm going to make a point of seeking one out when I go back out on the road (which should be later today or tomrrow).

Just remember the Proraso isn't in the shaving section. It is in the Spa section. With all the scrubs and masks and stuff. Many people have walked in and stood in front of the shaving section and asked a clerk for Proraso and they have no idea what you are asking for. They will tell you they don't have that. They probably do. I have yet to see a Target that didn't have it.

[MasonM]

I've used this on and off - generally because it's very cheap. The fragrance is a bit odd, but it doesn't linger. I tend to keep a tube in my travel kit, because I'm notorious for forgetting things in my hotel rooms, and it's inexpensive and readily-available enough so I don't have a conniption when I discover I've left it in Albuquerque or wherever.
Good point, thanks.

[MasonM]

Just remember the Proraso isn't in the shaving section. It is in the Spa section. With all the scrubs and masks and stuff. Many people have walked in and stood in front of the shaving section and asked a clerk for Proraso and they have no idea what you are asking for. They will tell you they don't have that. They probably do. I have yet to see a Target that didn't have it.
Thank you for that. I would have surely been searching the shaving section for it.

[Chewy]

What is the best way to use Palm Olive (lather/red tube)? Do you leave soap on your face like the directions say, or just apply the cream? Thanks.

C.

[Gatorade]

What is the best way to use Palm Olive (lather/red tube)? Do you leave soap on your face like the directions say, or just apply the cream? Thanks.

C.


the red tube is used with a brush. You would whip it up the same as you would any cream with just a little more product than usual. I just apply the cream and reapply between passes like normal.